LIVESTRONG© at the YMCA is a FREE 12-week, small group program for adult cancer survivors, family members, and caregivers. Through this program, our instructors help participants develop their own physical fitness program based on their own personal needs in order to continue a healthy lifestyle as part of the recovery process and as a way of life. In addition to the physical benefits, LIVESTRONG© at the YMCA provides participants with a supportive environment and a feeling of community with fellow survivors, Y staff, and other members.

Enhance®Fitness is a proven community based senior fitness and arthritis management program. It helps older adults become more active, energized, and empowered for independent living. Enhance®Fitness has been nationally recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living, and the National Council on Aging.

Though there is no known cure, low-intensity physical activity has been proven to reduce pain, improve functioning, elevate mood, and delay disability. Certified Enhance®Fitness instructors offer a program that focuses on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics, and strength training exercises. All ability levels are accommodated. Financial assistance is available, please reach out to Cindy Lafond, Executive Director of Health Interventions ([email protected] or 603.232.8668) to learn more.

Tai Ji Quan™: Moving for Better Balance aims to improve balance, coordination, and stability using gentle, low-impact movements based on the forms of Tai Chi. This progressive, evidence-based, 24-week program meets twice a week for one hour. Tai Ji Quan can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. Financial assistance is available, reach out to Cindy Lafond, Executive Director of Health Interventions ([email protected] or 603.232.8668) for more information.

In addition to the program’s physical benefits, the safe, supportive group setting provides an opportunity for participants to enjoy learning with like-minded adults and find relief from the isolation that can sometimes come from living with limited mobility. All levels welcome.

Engaging kids in a martial arts practice can help to improve their confidence, mental wellbeing, and physical fitness!  Led by Master Andrew Jefferson, this all-levels class teaches Tae Kwon Do fundamentals in a structured but encouraging environment.

This class is for young climbers age 10-17 who are new to climbing or are progressing from our Kids Rock class. Climbers will be challenged to work through specific and progressive routes, learn to safely belay others and rappel.

This class is the perfect next step for young climbers who have developed their skills in our Level 2 Climbing class. Must be able to tie in a climber, know climbing commands, belay others with an ATC and know how to rappel. Climbers will continue to be challenged to work through routes, learn new techniques and will learn to safely belay others with a Gri Gri.

Have fun, make friends, and learn to climb in our Kids Rock class!  Our instructors will teach your child basic climbing techniques, as well as introduce them to basic safety techniques and equipment.

This class is a great introduction to climbing for young kids.  We will play games, provide coaching and belays, and help your child build confidence!  Please note, one parent is required to be present.

This class is for women with any level experience in rock climbing.  This class is intended for women to have a place to climb together.  Bring your own gear or use the gear we have in the gym.  Participants will learn to belay as well as practice climbing skills such as rappelling, working through specific routes, and generally progressing knowledge and ability with other women.  Classes are every other Tuesday.

Explore a new way to be active, learn skills, and make new friends!  Learn about basic climbing techniques in a supportive setting.  Work through progressive individual challenges and group games each week.  All equipment needed is provided.