The following classes are FREE to anyone in our community age 60+ thanks to a sponsorship by the Area Agency on Aging Health & Wellness Program! A Copilot Membership with the YMCA is required.
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Led by a certified AFAP instructor, this class uses the water’s buoyancy to reduce the impact on joints allowing those with arthritis to enjoy a workout. Classes can help improve cardiovascular fitness, balance and range of motion.
Wilkes-Barre: 8:30am Monday, Wednesday & Friday; 4:30pm Monday & Friday; 2:30pm Wednesday
Pittston: 11:15am Monday, Wednesday & Friday; 5:15pm Tuesday & Thursday; 6:45pm Monday & Wednesday
This strength training program is ideal for older adults. Rebuild strength that’s been lost through the aging process and help ease arthritic pain that’s associated with aging bodies. This class is ongoing and participants can begin at any time.
Wilkes-Barre: 9am Tuesday & Thursday
Pittston: 8:45am Tuesday & Friday
Enhance your muscle strength, flexibility and balance! This cardio class combines movement and wrist/ankle weights (chair optional). Beginner/Intermediate class. This class is ongoing and participants can begin at any time.
Wilkes-Barre: 9am Wednesday & 4:30pm Thursday
Save time and download the YMCA Copilot Membership form and the Area Agency on Aging Health & Wellness form. Bring or mail your completed forms to the YMCA and we’ll get you all set up so that you can start taking these free classes!
Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA
Attn: Mikayla Mills
40 W. Northampton St.
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body FOR ALL.
The Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-exempt FEIN: 24-0795638