General Info

Founded in 1858, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is a social and welfare organization that offers a variety of programs for adults, youths and senior citizens. It provides fitness and educational classes, health and wellness seminars, personalized training programs and various sports leagues. The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago organizes day, family and resident camps that include weight training, aerobics, dancing, yoga, trips, games, swimming, and arts and crafts. The organization additionally provides teen fellowship, spiritual rejuvenation, adult wellness, nutritional counseling, weight and stress management, and school-age and preschool child care classes, as well as supports parenting groups and family activities. It also offers character development, citizenship and social service programs in collaboration with local school districts.