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EXERCISE CLASSES
The health and finess of today's youth are challenged
by rising levels of inactivity and obesity. The solution? Fun, exhilarating workouts
that become healthy habits for life! The Great Miami Valley YMCA is committed to
stemming the tide of childhood obesity and inactivity through age-appropriate fitness
programs designed to improve the health, strength and physical endurance of youth in
our community. Highly trained YMCA fitness instructors provide motivating programs
that help kids understand the lifelong benefits of moving more and making healthier
food choices.
Click on Branch for class schedule
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Youth Wellness Certification (ages 10-12)
Full Members only. This program teaches ages 10 to 12 about the Wellness Center. Class
covers proper use of weight machines, free weights, and cardiovascular machines, proper stretching, Wellness Center etiquette,
safety in the wellness center, and how to properly train your body. 13 & 14 year olds will be required to schedule two wellness
orientations in the Wellness Center. Upon passing the certification course 10-12 year olds can use the Wellness Center with a
parent or guardian. Use of free weights not permitted until 15 years of age.
Offered at Atrium, East
Butler County, Fairfield, Fitton & Middletown
Fun 2B Fit (ages 7-13)
Fun 2B Fit incorporates cardio training, strength training, and active play into a
comprehensive exercise program. In partnership with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, the Great Miami Valley
YMCA accepts children into the Fun 2B Fit youth exercise program based on physician referrals. The referral, which must be
presented at the time of registration, must indicate that your child’s body mass index (BMI) is in the 85th percentile or
above for their age and gender.
Offered at Atrium &
Fairfield
Home Schooled Gym & Swim
This class is designed to meet the physical needs of home-schooled children. Trained
wellness instructors lead the students through areas of physical fitness, group games, and other activities to build spirit,
mind and body. 45 minutes of gym and 45 minutes of swim.
Offered at Atrium, East
Butler County
YOUTH IN GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES POLICY
Youth ages 10-12 years that have successfully completed Youth Wellness Certification are
eligible to register and participate in group exercise classes at any Great Miami Valley YMCA location (excluding Hamilton
Central). As Youth Wellness Certification is offered only to full members, program participants are not eligible to participate
in group exercise classes until the age of thirteen. Just as in the Wellness Center, parents/guardians must be present at all
times during the time that youth are participating in exercise classes.
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Our Mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.