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Health & Fitness

The Y is here to help you reach your wellness goals in a welcoming community of support. The Y offers hundreds of group exercise classes in our facilities and online. Try yoga, weight training, personal training, and nutrition, as well as LIVESTRONG at the YMCA for cancer survivors. Plus, our pools aren’t just for swimming, they are liquid gyms! Learn more about programs below or visit our schedules page to check out today’s group exercise offerings.

Fitness Schedules

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Group Fitness Classes

Your Y membership includes diverse fitness classes—Les Mills, yoga, Pilates, dance, and water exercises—for all ages and abilities. Find your perfect class today!

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Personal Training

At the Y, certified trainers offer personalized or group sessions to help you achieve fitness and weight loss goals. Get expert attention—sign up today!

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815 YMCA On Demand

815 YMCA On Demand lets you stay connected to your community and your health goals – even when you’re unable to come into the Y.

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Health Initiatives & Workshops

Our health initiatives programs and workshops offer support and variety through workouts and nutrition, helping you achieve goals with a community of motivated friends.

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Active Older Adults

Active Older Adults programs offer 55+ adults ways to stay active, engaged, and connected. Enjoy unlimited group exercise, water fitness classes and more.

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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a partner in healing the whole person. Join a program designed to help cancer survivors move beyond the disease.

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Body Composition Assessments

Go beyond the scale and learn what you’re made of. In less than 60 seconds, you can get detailed information about your body composition that can help guide your wellness journey.

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