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.

Greater Portland YMCA
70 Forest Ave
Portland, ME 

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.

Strength Center & Osher Weight Room New Member Orientations

Dates:  Ongoing
Days:
7 days
Times:
By appointment only
Ages:
Adults
Fee:
Free
Members only. 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+
Fee:
$30/$45 with a follow up appointment
Members only. 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:
By appointment only
Times:
By appointment only
Ages:
Adults
Fees:
Private 1-on-1: $45/hour; Train Smart 3-pack: $110; Coach Approach: $225
Members only. 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 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 includes 2 people for 3 one-hour sessions, so you and a friend can work out together.