Healthy Aging at the YMCA Healthy Aging at the YMCA

Envejecimiento saludable en la YMCA

Learn about the healthy resources and programs the YMCA has to offer!

At the Y we truly value our older adults and recognize how you play a key role in the vitality of our neighborhoods, networks, and lives. The Y strengthens communities by providing older adults with programs and services designed to keep you healthy, active, and socially connected. We welcome diverse groups of people, ideas, and actions, to create an environment free of racism and inequality.

Entendemos que es importante mantenerse conectado con las personas y su comunidad. ¡Estamos emocionados de que aprenda todo sobre los programas y ofertas de Y's para ayudarlo a mantenerse saludable a cualquier edad!

Incluido en la Membresía:

  • Más de 300 clases GRATUITAS de ejercicios en grupo y ejercicios acuáticos cada semana: ¡vea algunos de nuestros favoritos a continuación!
  • Equipos e instalaciones de última generación que incluyen piscinas cubiertas, salas de vapor/sauna, estudios de ejercicios.
  • Opciones de membresía mensual y asistencia financiera para quienes lo necesitan. La Y no rechazará a nadie por no poder pagar la tarifa completa.
  • 2 sesiones de entrenamiento personal de cortesía (valor $160) para ayudarlo a aprender y comprender qué equipos, programas y servicios son mejores para usted.

Sign-Up for a Membership How To Sign Up for a Membership

3rd Party Pay Through Insurance
Do you want to enjoy the benefits of a YMCA membership without paying out of pocket? If you have an insurance plan that includes monthly fitness club membership dues, you may be eligible for a third-party payor insurance plan at the YMCA.

With a third-party payor plan, your insurance covers the cost of your YMCA membership fees. This gives you access to the YMCA’s fitness centers, pools, group exercise classes, virtual fitness, and more at no additional cost to you. All you need to do is scan-in monthly to keep your membership benefits.

If you have insurance through any of these companies, please contact them to determine your eligibility for this benefit.

insurance that may cover membership costs includes American Specialty Health, Fit On health, Tufts Senior Care and United Healthcare

Manage your membership

We have launched a new community portal where our members can manage their YMCA membership and program registrations.
 
Looking to apply for Asistencia financiera? Just log-in to the portal and complete our financial assistance application located on the top menu of our portal.
 
If you need any additional assistance with memberships, program registration, billing issues or other inquiries, contact us through our Member Support Form and we will reach out to assist you.
 
Log-In to Member Portal Member Support Form

Healthy Aging Newsletters

Our healthy aging newsletters provide specific monthly updates for each of our YMCA Centers featuring class schedules, activities and social events tailored for our older members.
 

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Group Exercise and Aqua Fitness Classes

The YMCA offers a variety of group exercise and aqua fitness classes included with your YMCA membership! Explore some of our most popular classes below.

To attend please register for the class ahead of time. Log-in to our Motionvibe platform to find a class and pre-register! Registration opens 3 days in advance of the class.
 
Book Group Ex Class Book Aqua Fitness Class
 
How To Check-In to Class with the App

Fit for Life & Fit For Life Strength
This class is designed for anyone looking for a gentle approach to fitness. By incorporating low impact cardio movements and light strength training, we’ll work together to improve your balance and mobility, all while increasing your overall strength.
 
Tai Chi
This low-impact martial arts class involves slow movements through various postures. Sometimes described as “meditation in motion”, Tai Chi connects mind and body with an emphasis on breath and gentle movement.
 
Zumba Gold
Esta fiesta de baile y fitness de cuerpo completo hará que tu ritmo cardíaco se acelere al ritmo de la música latina y mundial. Siguiendo una coreografía de baile fácil de aprender, este entrenamiento cardiovascular te dejará sudando y sonriendo.
 
fit for life
Aqua Arthritis
A water exercise program for people with arthritis that aims to improve mobility, strength, and coordination. These classes are low-impact and can help reduce pain and stiffness.
 
Aqua Fitness
A low/moderate intensity water exercise class designed to stretch your entire body through aerobic conditioning.
 
Aqua Zumba®
Aqua Zumba® combines the traditional elements of aqua fitness classes with the upbeat, Latin-infused dance moves a music Zumba fitness is famous for. A shallow water class with emphasis placed on toning for the entire body, increases aerobic fitness all while partying in the pool.
 
 
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Community Health Programs

Our Community Health Programs offer specialized support for our members, aimed at improving or maintaining health through a variety of health circumstances.

Hábitos saludables

En este curso virtual de 10 semanas que se reúne una vez por semana, trabajará directamente con nuestro equipo experto de dietistas registrados y entrenadores personales certificados, quienes le enseñarán cómo hacerse cargo de su salud y sentirse mejor todos los días. ¡PRIMA! Los participantes y ex alumnos de Healthy Habits también tienen acceso a nuestro nuevo y emocionante centro de recursos digitales: ¡Healthy Habits Hub! The Hub proporciona el plan de estudios completo, recetas, blogs de instructores, material de lectura para apoyo adicional y acceso a nuestro grupo privado de Facebook, ¡y mucho más!

Programa de Prevención de la Diabetes

This program offers small group classes that meet for 16 sessions over the course of a year. Classes are led by a trained lifestyle coach, and you’ll work together with your group to learn strategies to help prevent the disease.

Mejora el estado físico

Este programa de ejercicios de 16 semanas es ideal para adultos mayores, particularmente aquellos con artritis. Esta clase integral incluye ejercicios cardiovasculares, entrenamiento de fuerza, equilibrio y entrenamiento de flexibilidad. ¡Los participantes generalmente disfrutan de un aumento de energía, mejor equilibrio y fuerza, mayor flexibilidad y una mayor sensación de independencia! Una ventaja adicional es que muchos de nuestros participantes crean conexiones sociales significativas y reportan mayores sentimientos generales de felicidad.

Vivirfuerte en el YMCA

LIVESTRONG is a small-group exercise and peer-support program designed to help you if you have cancer or have experienced cancer by strengthening your body, mind and spirit

Hábitos saludables

En este curso virtual de 10 semanas que se reúne una vez por semana, trabajará directamente con nuestro equipo experto de dietistas registrados y entrenadores personales certificados, quienes le enseñarán cómo hacerse cargo de su salud y sentirse mejor todos los días. ¡PRIMA! Los participantes y ex alumnos de Healthy Habits también tienen acceso a nuestro nuevo y emocionante centro de recursos digitales: ¡Healthy Habits Hub! The Hub proporciona el plan de estudios completo, recetas, blogs de instructores, material de lectura para apoyo adicional y acceso a nuestro grupo privado de Facebook, ¡y mucho más!

Programa de Prevención de la Diabetes

This program offers small group classes that meet for 16 sessions over the course of a year. Classes are led by a trained lifestyle coach, and you’ll work together with your group to learn strategies to help prevent the disease.

Mejora el estado físico

Este programa de ejercicios de 16 semanas es ideal para adultos mayores, particularmente aquellos con artritis. Esta clase integral incluye ejercicios cardiovasculares, entrenamiento de fuerza, equilibrio y entrenamiento de flexibilidad. ¡Los participantes generalmente disfrutan de un aumento de energía, mejor equilibrio y fuerza, mayor flexibilidad y una mayor sensación de independencia! Una ventaja adicional es que muchos de nuestros participantes crean conexiones sociales significativas y reportan mayores sentimientos generales de felicidad.

Vivirfuerte en el YMCA

LIVESTRONG is a small-group exercise and peer-support program designed to help you if you have cancer or have experienced cancer by strengthening your body, mind and spirit

CLASES DE FITNESS EN GRUPO

Ejercicio de grupo

Explore todas las clases de fitness y reserve un espacio iniciando sesión en Motionvibe. Haga que su sangre bombee con clases como HIIT y Zumba o aproveche su atención plena con yoga, Barre o Pilates.

APTITUD PARA EL AGUA

Las clases de Water Fitness son una excelente opción para ejercitar tu corazón y tus músculos. La Y ofrece una variedad de clases de Water Fitness, ¡encuentra la perfecta para ti iniciando sesión en Motionvibe!

Programas
Ubicaciones
Adult Pickleball

El pickleball es un deporte de pádel que combina muchos elementos del tenis, bádminton y ping-pong y también es divertido, social y amigable.

Comunidad de Parkway
Deportes juveniles
5-10 semanas

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Comunidad de Parkway
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Lecciones de natación para jóvenes
5-10 semanas

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Comunidad de Parkway
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang

CLASES DE FITNESS EN GRUPO

Ejercicio de grupo

Explore todas las clases de fitness y reserve un espacio iniciando sesión en Motionvibe. Haga que su sangre bombee con clases como HIIT y Zumba o aproveche su atención plena con yoga, Barre o Pilates.

APTITUD PARA EL AGUA

Las clases de Water Fitness son una excelente opción para ejercitar tu corazón y tus músculos. La Y ofrece una variedad de clases de Water Fitness, ¡encuentra la perfecta para ti iniciando sesión en Motionvibe!

Programas
Ubicaciones
Adult Pickleball

El pickleball es un deporte de pádel que combina muchos elementos del tenis, bádminton y ping-pong y también es divertido, social y amigable.

Comunidad de Parkway
Deportes juveniles
5-10 semanas

YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!

Burbank
Charles River
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Comunidad de Parkway
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang
Lecciones de natación para jóvenes
5-10 semanas

YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.

Burbank
Charles River
Charlestown
Dorchester
Huntington
North Suburban
Oak Square
Comunidad de Parkway
Roxbury
Thomas M. Menino
Waltham
Wang