Youth Fitness & Training
At the Y, we offer a number of programs for youth of all ages to introduce them to healthy habits and routines, exercise safety and fitness and conditioning.
COUNTY - Youth Wellness Center Orientation
Youth Fitness Orientation (Ages 8-14 )
At the Y, keeping youth safe is our top priority. We’ve developed a youth orientation to the Y’s Wellness Centers that concentrates on the components for a safe cardio and strength workout. We’ve designed this course in consultation with industry experts to make sure that equipment and exercises support healthy muscular growth. We appreciate your active participation in making sure that your kids are safely using equipment and properly performing exercises. Youth are also educated about our fitness Code of Conduct and YMCA Character Values.
- Youth 8-10 will complete the Youth Fitness Orientation alongside their parents and a Y staff member. Parents may accompany youth 11 & up; however, this is not required.
- Upon completion, youth 8-10 must be accompanied by an adult (21 & up) while working out. To ensure safety, the adult must be working out alongside the child, not just in the same area.
After registration, you will be contacted by our Wellness Center staff to schedule a day and time to meet. We will do our best to accommodate requests, but availability may be limited due to staffing
Upon completion, a note will be made in the participant’s membership record.
Orientations are approximately 1 hr. long.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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1/1/22 | 12/31/30 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | - |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/25/22 - 12/31/30
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973 Registered. More Available | Register |
DOWNTOWN - Youth Wellness Center Orientation
Youth Fitness Orientation (Ages 8-14 )
At the Y, keeping youth safe is our top priority. We’ve developed a youth orientation to the Y’s Wellness Centers that concentrates on the components for a safe cardio and strength workout. We’ve designed this course in consultation with industry experts to make sure that equipment and exercises support healthy muscular growth. We appreciate your active participation in making sure that your kids are safely using equipment and properly performing exercises. Youth are also educated about our fitness Code of Conduct and YMCA Character Values.
- Youth 8-10 will complete the Youth Fitness Orientation alongside their parents and a Y staff member. Parents may accompany youth 11 & up; however, this is not required.
- Upon completion, youth 8-10 must be accompanied by an adult (21 & up) while working out. To ensure safety, the adult must be working out alongside the child, not just in the same area.
After registration, you will be contacted by our Wellness Center staff to schedule a day and time to meet. We will do our best to accommodate requests, but availability may be limited due to staffing
Upon completion, a note will be made in the participant’s membership record.
Orientations are approximately 1 hr. long.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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11/5/24 | 12/31/30 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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11/05/24 - 12/31/30
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Register |
EASTSIDE - Youth Wellness Center Orientation
Youth Fitness Orientation (Ages 8-14 )
At the Y, keeping youth safe is our top priority. We’ve developed a youth orientation to the Y’s Wellness Centers that concentrates on the components for a safe cardio and strength workout. We’ve designed this course in consultation with industry experts to make sure that equipment and exercises support healthy muscular growth. We appreciate your active participation in making sure that your kids are safely using equipment and properly performing exercises. Youth are also educated about our fitness Code of Conduct and YMCA Character Values.
- Youth 8-10 will complete the Youth Fitness Orientation alongside their parents and a Y staff member. Parents may accompany youth 11 & up; however, this is not required.
- Upon completion, youth 8-10 must be accompanied by an adult (21 & up) while working out. To ensure safety, the adult must be working out alongside the child, not just in the same area.
After registration, you will be contacted by our Wellness Center staff to schedule a day and time to meet. We will do our best to accommodate requests, but availability may be limited due to staffing
Upon completion, a note will be made in the participant’s membership record.
Orientations are approximately 1 hr. long.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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11/5/24 | 12/31/30 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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11/05/24 - 12/31/30
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Register |
Eastside Kids on Weights
Kids on Weights
This introductory fitness class is designed to teach kids ages 8–10 how to move confidently and safely in the gym. Led by a certified personal trainer, Kids on Weights focuses on proper form, technique, and age-appropriate strength exercises. Over the 6 week class, participants will learn how to use equipment responsibly, build body awareness, and develop lifelong habits for fitness—all in a fun, supportive environment.
Parents can choose to sign up for the full 6 week session, or pay a weekly drop in rate.
Questions? Email Cait at [email protected]
Registration Information
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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09/25/25 - 10/30/25
Kids on Weights- Full Six Weeks - Th - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
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Registration Closed Opens on 09/02/25 |
F.A.S.S.T: Ages 8 - 12
F.A.S.S.T. is the Y’s new Youth Functional Fitness training program. Standing for Flexibility, Agility, Speed & Strength Training, this program is designed for boys and girls, ages 8 – 12, regardless of their sport of choice. This is a sports-focused training program, led by one of YMCA’s Personal Training staff in which participants will do various activities and drills that are essential to sports, in general. Whatever sport your child aspires to excel in, this training will aide them in their athletic journey. Please note, this program does not contain sport-specific skill training (i.e. – how to dribble a basketball, how to throw a football, etc.) – this is general fitness training for young athletes. Additionally, this program is designed for children who are currently active in sports and want to further enhance their exercise routine.
Location: Gilmore Gym
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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Summer Open (Members & Non-Members) | 6/1/25 | 7/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 25.00 | $ 75.00 |
Fall Early (Members Only) | 9/2/25 | 9/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 25.00 | - |
Fall Open (Members & Non-Members) | 9/8/25 | 9/14/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 25.00 | $ 75.00 |
Fall Late (Members & Non-Members) | 9/15/25 | 10/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 35.00 | $ 85.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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10/28/25 - 11/20/25
GLY: Fall Session - Tu,Th - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
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20 / 20 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 09/02/25 |
GLENWOOD - Youth Wellness Center Orientation
Youth Fitness Orientation (Ages 8-14 )
At the Y, keeping youth safe is our top priority. We’ve developed a youth orientation to the Y’s Wellness Centers that concentrates on the components for a safe cardio and strength workout. We’ve designed this course in consultation with industry experts to make sure that equipment and exercises support healthy muscular growth. We appreciate your active participation in making sure that your kids are safely using equipment and properly performing exercises. Youth are also educated about our fitness Code of Conduct and YMCA Character Values.
- Youth 8-10 will complete the Youth Fitness Orientation alongside their parents and a Y staff member. Parents may accompany youth 11 & up; however, this is not required.
- Upon completion, youth 8-10 must be accompanied by an adult (21 & up) while working out. To ensure safety, the adult must be working out alongside the child, not just in the same area.
After registration, you will be contacted by our Wellness Center staff to schedule a day and time to meet. We will do our best to accommodate requests, but availability may be limited due to staffing
Upon completion, a note will be made in the participant’s membership record.
Orientations are approximately 1 hr. long.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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11/5/24 | 12/31/30 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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11/05/24 - 12/31/30
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Register |
School Age Intro to Table Tennis: Ages 8-12
Are you looking to get your child into something new? Was there always an interest, but nowhere to begin? The Y is excited to bring Table Tennis for our School Age participants. Join National Ranked Table Tennis player and champion from Ukraine, Aleksandr Grebelnyi, for 8 weeks as he takes the kids through skills and drills that will improve their gameplay.
What Can You Expect?
- Learn basic table tennis elements (grip, foot work, serve hit, strategy)
- How to do basic multi joints movements (squats, push ups, lunges)
- Working on discipline and kids learn to achieve their goals and build their character
Location: Studio 1
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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Fall Early (Members Only) | 9/2/25 | 9/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 35.00 | - |
Fall Open (Members & Non-Members) | 9/8/25 | 9/14/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 35.00 | $ 70.00 |
Fall Late (Members & Non-Members) | 9/15/25 | 10/8/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 45.00 | $ 45.00 | $ 80.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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09/30/25 - 11/18/25
Tu - 4:15 pm - 1 hr
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10 / 10 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 09/02/25 |