At the Y, a supportive community is a big part of wellness. At every age and every level of activity, you’ll find people just like you looking to live a little bit healthier. Members and program participants often cite the support and enthusiasm of fellow participants and staff as some of the key factors in their achievement of greater well-being. One member sums up her favorite class this way: “This is a great program, I’ve learned so much about how to eat healthier and I love the classes. I’m here 3 - 4 times a week now to work out and I love the new me!”

Group Physical Activity Classes

Ys offer classes for all ages, all levels and all interests. From low-impact exercise and chair classes, stretching and strength training, to indoor cycling, water exercise and yoga, you’ll find a group class that’s fun, supportive and keeps you moving.

Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) Standards

First Lady Michelle Obama and the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) raised the call; the Y answered it. As part of our focus on developing healthy habits in kids, families and our communities, we have committed to adopting standards for healthy eating and physical activity (HEPA) in our early learning and afterschool programs.

Learn about our HEPA Standards
 

Healthy Lifestyles

Living healthy is about spirit, mind and body at every age and stage. Ys offer classes and programs for those dealing with chronic disease, joint and injury rehabilitation, stress and pregnancy, in addition to health assessments and wellness coaching.

Learn about our Diabetes Prevention Program

LEARN ABOUT LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA

LEARN ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING

Enhance®Fitness

Across the country, a growing number of Y associations offer Enhance®Fitness,an evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that uses simple, easy-to-learn movements that motivate individuals (particularly those with arthritis) to stay active throughout their lives.

LEARN ABOUT OUR ENHANCEFITNESS PROGRAM

LEARN ABOUT OUR FALLS PREVENTION PROGRAM

Falls Prevention Risk Assessment

September 22 is National Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Join the Y, our partners, older adults, caregivers, families, and healthcare professionals across the country in raising awareness of falls prevention. The following risk test will determine if you or someone you know is at risk for falls.

Download our Falls Prevention Risk Assessment

Personal Wellness Training

We all need the advice of an expert sometimes, as well as the personal attention that comes with a trainer or coach. Ys offer personal training and coaching to help you set and meet your specific goals in order to live healthier.

Water Activities

What would the Y be without water? Water exercise, adult swim lessons (it’s NEVER too late) and adapted exercise for those with disabilities or in rehabilitation are some of the water-based activities you’ll find at the Y, where we believe if you can do it on land, you can do some version of it in the water!

Safety Around Water

The YMCA’s Safety Around Water program can help you make sure they learn essential water safety skills, which can open up a world of possibilities for them to satisfy their curiosity safely.

Learn about Safety Around Water