Health and Wellness

The YMCA of Greater Providence, with its Health and Wellness branches, strives to offer excellence in fitness facilities and programming. Our staff is dedicated to helping the communities that they serve by communicating with members and identifying the needs of health seekers.

YMCA health and wellness programs are developmentally appropriate and help people at any stage of life build positive health habits. Participation in YMCA programs offers youth, adults and families opportunities for positive interaction, friendship, a sense of well-being, increased self-confidence and improved mental abilities. YMCA programs and services cut across diverse populations with diverse needs and attempt to take into account the total health of each person. 

The YMCA provides a variety of health and wellness programs, including land and water fitness classes for families and individuals of all ages; health and wellness seminars; educational classes; personalized training programs; non-competitive youth and adult sports leagues; and social opportunities for seniors and families.

This all-inclusive approach is what sets the YMCA apart from your typical fitness facility.

Some of the Programs offered through our Health and Wellness Department are:

• Group Exercise Classes
• Yoga and Pilates
• Personal Training
• Youth and Teen Exercise Programs
• Sports and Fitness Training
• Equipment Orientation
• Health and Wellness Programs
  
  
  

• Group Exercise Classes

  Our Group Exercise program offers a wide variety of classes for all types of exercisers, from beginners to advanced. Our schedule incorporates three intensity levels, low, medium and high, so participants know which classes are appropriate for them. Check out our new 30-minute classes! Classes are open to all Greater Providence YMCA members.
  

  
  

• Yoga and Pilates
  

  Our Pilates classes incorporate Joseph Pilates’ movements, which are designed to lengthen and strengthen the body. Our yoga classes incorporate different styles of yoga, including vinyasas, ujjayi breathing and asanas.  For class descriptions and time, visit our Group Exercise schedule.  Classes are open to all Greater Providence YMCA members.
  

  
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• Personal Training

  Work with a certified YMCA Personal Training Instructor to develop an exercise program to meet your needs. Workouts take place in the Fitness Center and Free Weight Area and are arranged around your schedule. Registration is ongoing by appointment. Contact Sports and Fitness Director, Anthony Calise, at 295-6501 ext. 109 to find out which package is right for you. 
  
  30-Minute Quick Train
  Do you want to give your workout a boost but feel crunched for time?  A YMCA Personal Training Instructor will work with you for 30-minute training sessions to help you get into a fitness routine that fits into your busy schedule. Contact Anthony Calise at 295-6501 ext 109  for more information. Ongoing by appointment.
  
  Download our program brochure to view our member and program member rates.

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• Youth and Teen Exercise Programs

  Pre-Teen / Teen Fitness Program
  Ages 11 to 15
  This mandatory training program is designed for pre-teens and teens who would like to use the Nautilus and cardiovascular equipment in the Fitness Center. Participants will be taught step-by-step over three sessions how to safely use age-appropriate fitness equipment. For participants to graduate from this program, they must attend all three training sessions. In addition, they must pass a written and practical test demonstrating an understanding of safe, respectful, and responsible exercise techniques and Fitness Center protocols. Ongoing by appointment. Sign up at the Welcome Center. Parent or guardian must be present during first 10 minutes of orientation.
  Members Only: Free

• Family Fitness Program

          Children Ages 9-11 years with their parents

A cardiovascular exercise program where children may exercise with their parent in the fitness center.  Both parent and child will be required to complete a two session orientation and pass a basic understanding exam.        

 

• Sports and Fitness Training

Receive an afternoon of training with Anthony or any of his Personal Training crew. Whether you are looking to prepare for a spring sport or just want to test your physical abilities, this is a class you will not want to miss!  These certified YMCA trainers will supply you with fun sports and games that you can do at home to further your strength and flexibility training. Offered during school vacation weeks for youths and teens ages 10 to 15. Contact Anthony Calise for more information. 

• Equipment Orientation
  

  The West Bay Family YMCA understands that when people begin to exercise they are not going to know how to use the equipment. This is why we offer equipment orientations included in membership. Members will be taught step-by-step how to safely use all of the equipment in the Fitness Center. Sign up for as many 1 ½ hour sessions as it takes to feel comfortable. For more questions contact our Fitness Director, Anthony Calise.  Appointments are ongoing; sign up at the Welcome Center.
  Members Only: Free
  

  
  
  

• Health and Wellness Programs
  

  
  Our YMCA staff knows that health and wellness means not just exercise programs to most people. That is why we offer a variety of options for people to become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. Some of these offerings include massage, blood pressure screenings, lecture workshops, and clubs and activities like our run/walk club, knitting club, book club and prayer group/Bible study. For more information on all of our Health and Wellness programs, contact Tara Calise, our Health and Wellness Director, or click here to download our program brochure.