Building Active Children through Exercise
This four-week BACE program encourages our youth (ages 8-14) to develop a healthy self-esteem and confidence all while inspiring them to lead a physically active and healthier lifestyle. Through one-on-one coaching and age-appropriate exercises that are specifically tailored to each child’s personal goals and interests, your child will gain the strength and tools to tackle anything. Sessions are 1 hour long.
- 1 session each week – $6/wk
- 2 sessions each week – $10/wk
Available at both the Ascension St. Vincent YMCA and Dunigan Family YMCA by appointment. For more information or to set an appointment, contact:
- Ascension St. Vincent YMCA – Nathalie Moreno payne@ymcaswin.org
- Dunigan Family YMCA – Christen Mitchell mitchell@ymcaswin.org
Healthy Weight and Your Child
Healthy Weight and Your Child is a pediatric weight management program committed to helping youth (ages 7-13) make small lifestyle changes to improve their health. This small group class is designed for children, along with a parent, to learn healthy habits and how to apply these changes at home. Classes meet twice weekly for 25 sessions and include nutrition lessons and activity components. Contact craven@ymcaswin.org for more information.
Youth Wellness Orientation
All YMCA members, age 12-13, must complete the Youth Wellness Orientation class to use the wellness center. This free, 1-hour orientation will provide information such as proper use of equipment, safety, and how exercise affects the body. The participant will also learn how to set up a fitness program and use the cardiovascular and weight training equipment with proper technique. FREE to members on the dates/times listed below, or $20 for one-on-one sessions with a personal trainer. Sign up at the Wellness desk.
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TIME:
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St. Vincent |
Th
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6:30-7:30 PM
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St. Vincent |
1st & 3rd Sat each month
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10:00-11:00 AM
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Dunigan |
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6:30-7:30 PM
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Dunigan |
2nd & 4th Sat each month
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10:00-11:00 AM
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