The Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois is now offering Online registration for classes and programs. In order to do that, we need to add your email address to our new software database to allow you access to register online. If you are already registered, please just skip to the bottom of this page and click the "REGISTER ONLINE!" button.
Your email and information will be kept private and not sold or transmitted to anyone else. Each session online registration for members will begin at 6:00 PM the day before the first day of registration.
If you would like to register, we simply ask you to follow these steps . . .
PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTINUING
To use online registration, you must first register.
*To register for online registration:
1. Email the following information to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
2. In the subject line of the email put sign up for online registration
3. In the content of the email include:
a. Your name, address, and phone number
b. Primary Family Email address. This will be the email address
that will be used for all family members who are or who may
register for classes.
c. Names of Child(ren) and adults who would use the Primary
Family Email Address for online registration. Please be sure to
include last names.
d. We require 2-3 business days to set up your account. You
will be sent an email that your account has been made
active.
IMPORTANT:The individual being registered MUST have a CURRENT Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois membership to receive membership pricing. The membership must be current during the entire program session.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF ONLINE REGISTRATION: In addition to registering for classes, programs or events, you can renew memberships, pay outstanding balances, view your transaction history, credit balances, and membership details.
EXCEPTIONS FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION:Signing up for free programs and/or some programs cannot be done through online registration. Please call 815-235-9622 or stop by the member service desk for assistance.
NEED HELP?A Help Line is available Monday through Friday from 10 am to 3 pm to assist you with the online registration process. Please call 815-235-9622 x 227 or 223. If no one is available, please leave a message. Please do not call the Member Service Desk for online registration questions.
First time users of online registration:Click on the above ONLINE REGISTRATION link. Click "Retrieve Login." Enter the email address that was given to set up your account. Click "Submit." Your login and password will be sent by return email.
Q.What does the ? (question mark) next to a person's name mean when I go to select a participant for a class?
A.This person is not eligible to be registered for this class. Roll the mouse over the ? for an explanation.
Q.At checkout, a W/L showed up on the screen. What does that mean?
A.W/L - Waiting List. This means the class is full, and you have been placed on a waiting list. A YMCA staff person will contact you with further information.
Q.At checkout, there wasn't a fee for a class noted on the screen, Why?
A.It could either mean that there is no fee charged for this class OR you have been placed on the W/L (waiting list- see above question.)
Current employment opportunities at the YMCA:
The Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois exists to serve our community by putting Christian principals into practice in all we do building healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
One big component of our mission is a commitment to enrich the lives of youth in our community. When some are left out – it leaves us all a bit poorer. That’s because giving kids a safe and nurturing place to go benefits everyone. By introducing kids to experiences that will help them grow into responsible, successful adults, we make the community we love a better place to live.
YMCA needs you! We depend on volunteers to help us continue to offer our services. See opportunities to volunteer below.
Jesse Arndt
Beth Bastian
Leo Bonin
LuAnn Davis
Ralph Elliott
Mark Helm
Teresa Hines
Dan Johnson
Terrie Keyes
Christie Lewis
Ron Slade
Bob Smith
Daryl Tessmann
Did you know that you can rent the Y for your private parties or gatherings? See below for more information about scheduling a birthday party or other event at the Y.
YMCA financial assistance will be awarded upon the available resources of the Association. Financial assistance and scholarships are obtained through a confidential application process.
The YMCA was founded in London, England in 1844. Since that time YMCAs have opened in over 150 countries. To show our commitment to our heritage, we have an International Flag Display in the Freeport YMCA lower level.
