Join Personal Trainer Kiarah Barge and Fitness Attendant Caleb Snyder for our new Teen Strength Training Small Group! This co-ed program teaches the fundamentals of strength training, cardiovascular fitness, proper exercise technique, and wellness center safety. Participants will build confidence, develop healthy habits, and learn how to exercise safely and effectively in a supportive environment.

Dates:

• July 6 – 31, 2026

Schedule:

• Mondays and Fridays from 1:00-2:00pm

Ages: 12-17

Location: Northern Dauphin County YMCA Fitness Studio I

For more questions, please reach out to Sidney Gray at [email protected].

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restricting their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program, offered through Penn State Health, designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. In this program, you will learn to:

1. view falls as controllable
2. set goals for increasing activity
3. make changes to reduce fall risks at home
4. exercise to increase strength and balance

Anyone concerned about falls, interested in improving their balance, has fallen in the past, or has restrictions due to fall concerns, are encouraged to attend.

Dates:

• September 24 – November 12, 2026

Schedule:

• Thursdays from 12:00n-2:00pm

Ages: 55+

Location: West Shore YMCA Fitness Studio

For more information, please contact Angelica Ried at [email protected].

With this 8 class session, build strength in your coordination, joint integrity, and center of gravity control. You will gain functional fitness through simple cardio and strength moves. In a community setting with individualized attention, you will enhance your balance, speed, agility, as well as balance.

Designed for Active Older Adults.

Dates: 

• March 3-26, 2026
• April 7-30, 2026
• May 5-28, 2026
• June 2-25, 2026
• July 7-30, 2026

Schedule:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am

Ages: 50+

Location: West Shore YMCA Functional Training Center

For more information, please contact Angelica Ried at [email protected].

With this 8 class session, build strength in your coordination, joint integrity, and center of gravity control. You will gain functional fitness through simple cardio and strength moves. In a community setting with individualized attention, you will enhance your balance, speed, agility, as well as balance.

Designed for Active Older Adults.

Dates: 

• May 5-28, 2026
• June 2-25, 2026
• July 7-30, 2026

Schedule:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:15am

Ages: 50+

Location: West Shore YMCA Functional Training Center

For more information, please contact Angelica Ried at [email protected].

Help your teen build a strong foundation in fitness with our Teen Strength Fundamentals class! This 8-week program is designed specifically for teens who want to learn how to lift safely and effectively under the guidance of one of our certified personal trainers.

Participants will focus on:

• Proper lifting technique
• Balance and coordination
• Safe and effective strength training habits

The course includes baseline and final testing to track progress and celebrate improvements.

Whether your teen is new to the gym or looking to build confidence in the weight room, this class is the perfect place to start!

Dates:

• April 12 – May 31, 2026
• June 5 – July 24, 2026

Schedule:

• Spring session: Sundays from 1:00-1:45pm
• Summer session: Fridays from 4:00-4:45pm

Ages: 12-17

Location: West Shore YMCA

Any questions, please reach out to Tim Palmer at [email protected] or Sinjin at [email protected].

This group class is specifically geared toward women and provides a specific workout program for each class in the session. Instructed by Brian Hancock on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Instructed by Tyna Warren on Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings.

For members only.

Dates: 

• June 3 – June 30, 2026
• July 6 – August 2, 2026

Schedule:

• Held monthly, class held 1x/week

Class Options:

• Mondays from 7:30am-8:15am
• Tuesdays from 6:00pm-6:45pm
• Wednesdays from 7:30am-8:15am
• Fridays from 7:30am-8:15am or 10:00am-10:45am
• Saturdays from 9:00am-9:45am
• Sundays from 10:30am-11:15am

Ages: 18 & older
Location: West Shore YMCA Functional Training Room

Take your fitness to the next level with this dynamic, strength-focused program designed for women who are ready to challenge themselves. Train in a supportive, high-motivation, low-stress environment while making the most of our facility — including the free weight room, walking track, and more.

This small group class meets four times per month and combines expert coaching with the flexibility and energy of group training.

For members only.

Dates:

• June 3-30
• July 6-30

Class Options:

• Mondays from 11:30am-12:15pm
• Tuesdays from 7:00am-7:45am
• Wednesdays from 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Thursdays from 7:00am-7:45am

Ages: 18+

Location: West Shore YMCA Functional Training Room