Health & Wellness
Les Mills BodyPUMP launch party!
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Join us at the Dover Foundation YMCA on Saturday, March 3rd to help us launch our new exciting program-Les Mills BodyPUMP! There will be two class times offered, 9:00-10:00 am and 10:30-11:30 am. This launch party is free for all Cleveland County Family YMCA members but you may only pre-register for one session and must bring your receipt as your admission ticket. Remember, you must pre-register, there will be no walk-ins the day of the launch! Don’t miss this chance to preview this new upcoming program!
*BodyPUMP classes will be offered at all 3 facility branches on the group exercise schedule after the launch party!
Shrink Down
Shrinkdown is a FREE to members eight-week healthy living awareness program that targets one of the top health issues in our nation and local communities- youth and adult obesity. The program provides helpful suggestions on ways to begin healthy eating (affordably) and how to increase daily physical activity. The program is about lifestyle change for the entire family.
Registration begins Monday, January 16th
Kickoff and First Weigh-in Monday, January 23rd
Weekly Weigh-ins every Monday at the YMCA
Last day of Shrinkdown Monday, March 12th
Get a FREE T-shirt when you complete 7 of the 8 weigh-ins!
Plus, lots of other cool prizes!
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free program designed for cancer survivors 18 years and older who have become deconditioned or chronically fatigued from their treatment or disease. The goals of the program include:
- Rebuilding muscular strength and endurance
- Increasing flexibility and improving functional ability
- Reducing severity of therapy side effects
- Preventing unwanted weight changes
- Improving self esteem and energy levels
Participants may be eligible for FREE 12‐week Family Membership and may use YMCA facilities at any time. Participants may bring a support person who can participate in a workout of their own.
AGE: 18 and older
COST: Thanks to the generosity of our donors, this program is free to participants; open to members of the YMCA and non-members.
REQUIREMENTS: Participants must receive medical clearance and are evaluated on an individual basis. Patients currently undergoing treatment may participate, but only if they receive proper medical clearance. Health history forms and intake interview must be completed prior to first group meeting.
TIME/DATES: Next session starts January 9, 2012.
LOCATIONS:
Dover Foundation YMCA at
411 Cherryville Hwy | Shelby, NC 28150 | 704-484-9622
Kings Mountain Family YMCA
211 Cleveland Avenue | Kings Mountain, NC 28086 | 704-739-9631
Ruby C Hunt YMCA
1322 Patrick Avenue | Shelby, NC 28152 | 704-434-0441
For more information or to register contact:
Rebecca Black
LIVESTRONG Instructor
Dover Foundation YMCA
704-484-9622
rblack@clevecoymca.org
OR
Taffy Allen
LIVESTRONG Advisor
Kings Mountain Family YMCA
704-739-9631
tallen@clevecoymca.org
OR
Daron Dwyer
LIVESTRONG Coordinator
Ruby C Hunt YMCA
704.434.0441
ddwyer@clevecoymca.org
Personal Training
If you need a little extra help with your exercise routine, further guidance on eating right and the best exercises for you, or have some special health concerns and want more individualized attention, personal training may be right for you! Sign up with one of our certified personal trainers today!
Days & Times: Available by Appointment Only
Cost:
Number of Sessions Member Cost Non-Member Cost
1 One-on-One Session $45.00 $65.00
8 One-on-One Sessions $320.00 $440.00
12 One-on-One Sessions $420.00 $600.00
24 One-on-One Sessions $720.00 $1080.00
Call for current special pricing being offered at 704.434.0441.
Group Exercise Classes
Ages: 15 Years and Up, 10-14 Years With a Parent
Monthly, the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA offers numerous group exercise classes for all fitness and age levels. From kick boxing to Zumba®, yoga and step, Group Exercise classes offer fun fitness with a certified and trained instructor. Make sure you pick up a schedule at the beginning of each month so you don’t miss all of the new and exciting classes the Y has to offer!
Have a friend of family member who isn’t a member of the Y? They can join you for any class by paying our $7 guest fee!
Days & Times: Schedules Vary. Click here to view our current schedules.
Cost: FREE for Members
Guests: $7
FitLinxx Exercising Tracking
Ages: 9 Years and Older
Using the latest in technology and exercise tracking, FitLinxx helps manage your workout by providing you with real time feedback on the exercises your doing and keeping track of your physical activity. Wirelessly connect to machines throughout our facility, the FitLinxx system allows you to log every mile ran and weight lifted. FitLinxx is set up during your Complimentary Wellness Consultation and is free for members. As you reach levels through FitLinxx you win prizes ranging from water bottles to t-shirts and hats!
Days & Times: Set Up Available by Appointment Only, Included with Wellness Consultation
Cost: FREE
Complimentary Wellness Consultation
Ages: 9 Years and Older
Ensuring your success through exercise and fitness is at the heart of our work at theYMCA. All members are given one complimentary wellness consultation with a trained Wellness Coach as an opportunity for us to learn more about your fitness goals and what we can do to help you reach them. The consultation also includes set up in the FitLinxx system.
Days & Times: Available by Appointment Only
Cost: FREE