LAST UPDATED: 3/25/10      

Welcome to the Lincoln Area YMCA

**Special Notes for Winter 2011 - 2012**

New Winter Program Guide now available for viewing and download.

The Lincoln Area YMCA is currently making upgrades to the website to better serve its users. During this time, please refer to the Program Guide for program availability and schedules. We also recommend visiting our Facebook page for up-to-date schedule changes and cancellations.


    Welcome to the Lincoln Area YMCA in Lincoln, Illinois. Please use the menu bars to the left and at the top to navigate through the site and find the information you are seeking.  Notice the ease and clarity of each page.  They were designed to mimic our seasonal Program Guides.  So, please browse the site as you wish and let us know what you think.  We know that you will enjoy it and hope you use it to its full ability.  Call or email us anytime at 217-735-3915 with suggestions, comments or questions; contact us.



Events Calendar: Click here for Calendar


Program Guide: Click here to download the current program guide.

Download times may vary.

Lincoln Area YMCA Highlights

  Summer Camp

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Early Summer Day Camp registration begins April 5th at special discount rates through May 4th.

Late Summer Day Camp registration begins May 5th. After May 6th a $10 increase will be charged per child, per weekly camp session or $2 per child per day for daily regsitrations.

YMCA Summer Day Camps are sponsored by CEFCU.

2011 Summer Day Camp Registration Form
2011 Summer Day Camp Handbook


View our Program Guide for details or call the Y office at 217-735-3915.

  Swim Lessons

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YMCA trained instructors teach progressive swim lessons at the Lincoln Elks Club in the mornings and in the evenings in 2 week sessions.  The Y offers 3 sessions over the summer.  Classes are held Monday through Thursday, with Fridays as make up dates for the morning lessons, and Saturday mornings as the make up dates for the evening classes.  Class levels range from “Parent/Child” classes all the way up to “Advanced” lessons. These fun, instructional lessons are beneficial for children of all swimming abilities.

View our Program Guide for details or call the Y office at 217-735-3915.

  Summer Sports

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Many of the Lincoln Area YMCA sports are now active for the Spring/Summer season. The Lincoln Area YMCA provides many sporting opportunities to the young children in the community.  We have all the local favorites and provide a good solid base for future superstar athletes in the area.  The fundamental basics are the highlight for each sport, so everyone can learn, but, at the same time, these sports move quick enough so even the experienced players are challenged.  To view a list of active sports programs, visit the Sports page by clicking the link below.

View our Program Guide for details or call the Y office at 217-735-3915.

  Preschool Program Updates

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Preschool Playdays are now offered to 3 - 5 year olds!!!

    The Lincoln Area YMCA now offers a variety of Preschool programs for Fall 2010 and Spring 2011. All of the YMCA Play Center programs are designed to give your child the best possible start in their learning experience. We provide a loving and nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and cognitive development all while having FUN! Now your child can join our Preschool P.E. class upstairs in the Y gym followed by the Lunch Bunch on Wednesdays and Thursdays!! SPACE IS LIMITED FOR EACH OF THESE CLASSES, DON’T DELAY, SIGNUP NOW!

View our Program Guide for details or call the Y office at 217-735-3915.