Unleash your strength and push your limits with our new men’s group training sessions. This
dynamic program is designed to build muscle, increase power and improve endurance in a motivating team environment.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned lifter, our expert trainers will guide you throughstructured workouts, focusing on strength building exercises.
Join like-minded men, challenge yourself and track your progress each week.
Sign up today and take the first step to a stronger you.
Tuesdays and Thursday 2-3pm
$50 per 6 week session
Limit 8
Members only
Weeks of November 4-December 12
PARTNERS IN HEALING THE WHOLEPERSON
LIVESTRONG®AT THE YMCA
Starts September 30
Monday & Wednesday
6:30 - 7:30pm
This program is FREE and includes a FREE 12 week
membership for the participant and their immediate family while in the program
Sign up at the Member Service Center
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is a program tailored to fit the specific needs of adult cancer survivors who would like to improve their quality of life before, during, and after treatment.
This 12 week program meets twice per week with certified instructors who have undergone specialized
training in the elements of cancer, rehabilitative exercise and supportive cancer care.
HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA focuses on you - the whole person - not the disease. The 12-week program meets twice a week. Using traditional exercise methods to ease you back into fitness and help you maintain a healthy weight, you’ll focus on:
· Increasing flexibility and endurance
· Enhancing functional ability to do everyday tasks
· Improving energy levels, building muscle mass and strength
· Reducing the severity of therapy side effects and preventing unwanted weight changes
· Developing an on-going physical fitness program, not only as part of recovery but, as a way of life
· Improving confidence and self-esteem
CRITERIA FOR PARTICIPATION
Strong personal desire. Patient needs to personally enroll in the program, rather than a family member on their behalf.
· Personally commit to attending all classes.
· Inform their physician of their plan to join the program.
· Give permission for Y wellness staff to call physician or person giving treatment when necessary.
· Complete our screening forms and answer health questionnaire.
· This class is recommended for individuals who have finished their cancer treatment recently or are
survivors looking to regain health and improve quality of life.
ADULT SELF DEFENSE/BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
MONTH TO MONTH
Being able to protect yourself in different situations brings self assurance, confidence, and some peace of mind. In this self-defense/ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class you will learn self-defense moves from experienced Martial Arts Instructor Sensei Lyons.
The objective of this class is to help you learn skills to defend yourself using information, awareness, avoidance and if need be physical techniques. The course will feature components of stretching, light physical fitness, and hands on training. We will cover striking, grappling, take downs, ground
defense and control using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and other Martial Arts. By taking this class you should gain confidence in your ability to identify potential threats and prevent yourself from being a target. You will also gain knowledge of preparedness, physical security, mindset, intuition, and mental conditioning. This will help better educate you on the potential dangers that are around and to be mindful of everyday activities of yourself and others around you and your community.
Session Dates / Times:
Class is priced per month. Payments are due on the first of each month and will be auto drafted. Cancellation of any month must be done in advance before the 1st of the month being cancelled.
Class is priced per month. Payments are due on the first of each month.
Member Fee: $25 per participant
Non-Member Fee: $50 per participant
Dates and Times: Wednesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Saturdays 9:30am - 10:30am
Ages: 16 and older Class will be held in the Game Room
Participants are responsible for canceling ahead of the pyament date for any months not planning to attend.
Take Action to Improve Heart Health
Take Action to Improve Heart Health
If you are living with high blood pressure take action to keep it well-controlled will minimize your risk for complications like stroke, heart attack, and even death. High blood pressure, which makes the heart work harder than it should with each beat, is especially dangerous because it often has no warning signs and usually lasts a lifetime once it develops. The simple process of checking and recording your blood pressure at least twice a month over a period of four months has been shown to lower blood pressure in many people with high blood pressure. This forms the basis for the YMCA's Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, an evidence-based program that features personalized support as you develop the habit of routinely self-monitoring your blood pressure, tips for maintaining your cardiovascular health and nutrition education.
How the Program Works
Participants will work with trained Healthy Heart Ambassadors for the duration of the month program. Just a few check-ins per month can yield big results. You will:
• Take your own blood pressure at least two times per month at home
• Attend two consultations with a YMCA Healthy Heart Ambassador per month - no appointment necessary
• Attend monthly nutrition education seminars
You will record your blood pressure readings using an easy-to-use tracking tool of your own choosing. The Y can provide options for participants who need a home blood pressure monitor.
Nutrition Education Seminars
Seminars will highlight how food is related to blood pressure management and will provide you with the knowledge and skills to make heart-healthy choices. Seminar topics include reducing sodium intake and heart healthy eating. Each 60-minute seminar will also offer an opportunity for you to take your own blood pressure with coaching on proper technique from an on-site Healthy Heart Ambassador.
Current sessions (rolling enrollment-join any time!):
Marion Family YMCA Member$ 0. Non-members $0
If member is enrolled in the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, Dining with Diabetes or Livestrong, a blood pressure Cuff, if needed, is at no cost.
Marion Family YMCA Office Hours
Wednesdays: 5:00pm - 6:00pm or by appointment contact April Morrison at amorrison@marionfamilyymca.org or Heather Wright at hwright@marionfamilyymca.org
Nutrition seminars held monthly
Click here to download more information
A HEALTHIER YOU, A HAPPIER YOU
Healthy living is an important part of the Y. Water fitness classes are a great way to exercise, and a great way to become involved in the Y Community. In water fitness, we have created a strong community of supportive and caring peers who work together to encourage and push each other to stay on track and accomplish goals. We offer a variety of classes to meet the needs of anyone who is interested in a water fitness class.
Fall I September 9 - October 27 (7 weeks)
Fall II October 28 - December 15 (7 weeks)
FEES
Members $20.00
Program Participants $70.00
WATER EXERCISE
Low impact exercise to increase mobility, flexibility & range of motion.
Class is held in the Small Pool.
Monday & Wednesday
9:00am-9:45am
Small Pool
THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION AQUATIC PROGRAM
This class is held in the Small pool. The purpose of this class is to help relieve stiffness and pain. We also work to improve strength & range of motion, while also building endurance &
flexibility. Approved and certified by the
Arthritis Foundation.
Sponsored in part by the Marion Community
Foundation
Monday and Wednesday
10:00am-10:45am
Small Pool
H20 FITNESS
In this class, we use the water for resistance when working on cardio and muscle conditioning workouts. Class is held in the 8 Lane pool in the deep and shallow end.
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
11:00am -11:45am
8 Lane Pool
SILVER SPLASH
A water fitness program designed to enhance each individual’s quality of life and daily function. Class
utilizes the physical properties of water to enhance agility, range of motion, and cardiovascular conditioning. Participants will develop strength, balance, and coordination. No swimming ability required. Get wet, be strong, and make friends in Silver Splash.
Class is held in the 8 Lane Pool.
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
9:00am - 9:45am or
10:00am - 10:45am
8 Lane Pool
SILVER SNEAKER WATER FITNESS CLASS POLICY
Each Silver Sneaker member will be allowed three
absences from Silver Splash class. After four absences, however, the Silver Sneaker member will be charged the $16 per session fee for the class. Water classes are based on registrations per session. Silver Sneakers members do not have a charge for the Silver Splash classes. We wish to keep it that way. The goal is to keep these classes available for Silver Sneakers that are interested in the class and will be attending the majority of the time. We want to discourage individuals from registering for the class because it is free, not attending, and unfortunately taking a coveted spot from someone who wishes to attend regularly. We understand that everyone must miss from time to time but we want to be fair to all members. If you feel you cannot attend regularly you may withdraw from the class to avoid being charged and prior to your 4th absence.
PARKINSON'S WELLNESS: BACK TO BASICS
Begin your journey toward greater mobility, increased confidence and
independence in this class. The class will teach basic exercises that
everyone with Parkinson's disease symptoms should be able to accomplish.
Sponsored in part by Marion Community Foundation
Fall I September 9 - October 27 (7 weeks)
Fall II October 28 - December 15 (7 weeks)
FEES
Members$21.00
Program Participants $73.00
Tuesday and Thursday
10:30 -11:30am in AS1
PARKINSON'S WELLNESS: BASIC TO INTERMEDIATE
A fitness program designed to empower people with Parkinson's disease by optimizing their physical function and helping to delay the progression of symptoms.
Instructor is certified in DTD.
Sponsored in part by Marion Community Foundation
Basic to intermediate class focuses on balance, core, strength, walking and moderate heart rate elevation.
Monday and Wednesday
10:30 –11:30am in AS3
WHAT IS Y one-on-one?
Y one-on-one is for new and returning members to meet with a Wellness Coach to learn about what we offer and how we can help you reach your goals.
Because we know that healthy lifestyles are achieved through nurturing mind, body and spirit, well-being and fitness at the Y goes beyond just working out or learning the machines.
This appointment could include any of the following:
HOW IT WORKS
Get the results you desire with Certified Strength Trainers. The Y’s certified trainers can help you reach your fitness goals. Perhaps you’re just beginning to work out on a regular basis, or maybe you’re a serious athlete looking to get to the next level. Whatever your situation and goals, our Y Certified Trainers can help YOU! Y Personal Training is a great way to customize your workout program. Our trainers can help you improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility, and can further improve your body composition through both traditional and innovative techniques.
FEE: 5 one-hour sessions $165
$100 per person for a group of 3-6 participants for 5 1 hour sessions. Personalized Small Group Trainings available, call Heather Wright at 740-725-9622
Written Workouts for Beginners, Moderate and Advanced
At the Marion Family YMCA we focus on overall wellness, empowering you to tailor your own plan toward healthier living by choosing how you will accomplish your wellness goals.The whole approach means you have many options and lots of support as you choose your path to a healthier new you!
The large variety of cardiovascular and strength training equipment allows members with diverse abilities, backgrounds and interests to workout together. This space includes over 30 pieces of cardiovascular equipment including treadmills, steppers, ellipticals, upright & recumbent bikes, an ergo meter, and a recumbent stepper and a Jacob’s Ladder. The Wellness Center has coaches available to help you get started or move your fitness to the next level.
Must be 14 years or older to use the Wellness Center
If you are a member, the Wellness Center is open 24/7.
Please sign a waiver at the Member Service Center
FREE for members
Check the current gym schedule for times
