Wellness Programs

Well-being means a healthy spirit, mind, and body. YMCA enhancement programs stress the value of prevention through recreation, high quality exercise programs and good health habits. YMCA health and fitness programs encourage active living and personal fulfillment.

Wellness Programs

The Greater Portland YMCA's Wellness Center offers fitness pursuit's balance through many facets of exercise. The facility prides itself in making exercise and the pursuit of better health, accessible to all levels whether it is free weight training or resistance programs using top of the line Cybex machines, or flexibility and balance conditioning tools like the BOSU, bands, and stability balls.

Our many Group Fitness classes are available seven days a week and you do not need to register for them. The Trainers and Instructors at the Greater Portland YMCA look forward to meeting all exercisers and helping them along their personal fitness path.

Healthy Family Home Enhancement Member Programs.

Visit www.healthyfamilyhome.org for simple, flexible tools for making healthier decisions every day.

New!
Re-YOUTH-enate

Dates:  September 7 - October 22
Days:  Tuesday and Friday
Time:  11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:  18 and up
Fee:  Members FREE; Non-Members $125
Non-Members Welcome!

Instructor: John Turrell

Do you want to get a little of your old YOUTH-ful bounce, strength, and balance back? Join a fun group class with strengthening, cardio, quickness, flexibility, and relaxation activities to “re-YOUTH-enate” your life. The class will help to rebuild your body and confidence, so you can lead a more active life and feel more YOUTH-ful.

Registration required.

New!
KettleBell Training

Dates:  September 6 - October 18
Days:  Monday
Time:  5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Ages:  Adults
Fee:  Members FREE; Non-Members $125
Non-Members Welcome!

Instructor: Jesse Wall

This class will teach you all the ways kettlebells can be used for strengthening.

Registration required.

NEW!
Girls Basketball Strength & Conditioning

Dates: September 7 – October 21
Days:   Tuesday & Thursday
Times: 3pm-4pm
Ages: High School
Instructor: Katie Skilling
Fees: $16 members/ $48 program members/ $96 non members

Girls' High School basketball players can prepare for their 2010-2011 season with a Strength & Conditioning circuit.  This class will incorporate sports-specific plyometrics, power development and injury prevention exercises, along with speed, agility, core and strength drills in order to prepare for their upcoming season.

Prenatal Water Fitness

Dates: Sept 8 – October 22
Dates: Nov 1 – Dec 15
Days: Monday 10:30am-11:30am
Days:  Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm
Ages: Adult
Instructor: Nancy
Fees: Members Free/Non-Members $125

Designed for the before and during pregnancy. This class will reward you with incredible wellness benefits for you and your baby. Safe exercise during pregnancy increases flexibility, improves recovery after childbirth, and improves emotional well-being. Both land and water will be used.

Strength Center & Osher Weight Room New Member Orientations

Dates:  Ongoing
Days:  Every Day
Times: By appointment only
Ages:  18 and up
Fee: Free
For Members
Appointment Required

New members – don’t miss this free opportunity to have a complete Wellness Center introduction. We’ll show you how to correctly use the cardiovascular and weight equipment, and teach you all about the Wellness Center etiquette. Please see a Wellness staff or call 874-1111 extension 112 to schedule your appointment.

Fitness Assessment Testing

Dates:  Ongoing
Days:   Monday through Saturday
Times: By appointment only
Ages: 13 and older
Fee:   $31/$47 with a follow up appointment
For Members
Appointment required

The assessment is comprised of a battery of tests which evaluate body composition, cardio respiratory endurance, flexibility, muscle strength. This provides information on an individual’s fitness status and can be used in health enhancement.

Personal Training Approach

Dates:  Ongoing
Days:   Every Day
Times:  By Appointment Only
Ages:  18 and older
Fees:  Private 1-on-1: $47/hour; Train Smart 3-pack: $141; Coach Approach: $225
For Members
Appointment required

Meet your individual fitness needs with a certified Personal Trainer.  Set up an appointment today!

Now you can sign up for 1–on–1 instruction with a trainer or sign up with a friend and workout together.  Begin any time and start achieving results.  Work with a professional who will motivate and assist you in developing an individual fitness plan geared to your specific goals and schedule.

The Train Smart 3-Pack ($110) is a great way to get started with one of the YMCA’s Certified Personal Trainers. It includes the Fitness Assessment, plus two personal training sessions.

The Coach Approach ($225) includes 2 people for 3 one-hour sessions, so you and a friend can work out together.

Call the Wellness office at 207-874-1111 x 112 for more information or to set up an appointment.

Body Composition Analysis

Dates:  Ongoing
Days:   Every Day
Times:  By Appointment Only
Ages:  18 and older
Fees:  $11
For Members
Appointment required

A Fitness Specialist will chart your weight and measurements, and calculate body fat percentage.  Take advantage of this affordable way to monitor your training progress with the help of a qualified trainer.  Call the Wellness office at 207-874-1111 x 112 for more information or to set up an appointment.