Wellness Challenges and Programs

The YMCA hosts various fitness, swimming, and sports challenges throughout the year to motivate our community. Check out what we have to offer. Challenges motivate and inspire, and also help you stay accountable so you can become a better version of yourself!

Rise and Shine

A time of gathering together for Prayer, Bible Study and Inspiration. Hosted by Pastor Dan Murray with Living Streams Ministries

When: Monday starting November 17^th, 2025

Time: 8:15-8:45 am

Location: Multipurpose Room, Oil City YMCA

Ages: All ages

Cost: Free for Member; non-members require a guest pass

Blood Pressure Monitoring

Take control of your heart health with the American Heart Association’s Self-Measured Blood Pressure Monitoring (SMBP) Program. Designed to empower individuals to manage their blood pressure at home, this program provides tools and resources for accurate monitoring, helping you and your healthcare team make informed decisions. By tracking your blood pressure regularly, you can take proactive steps towards a healthier heart. Free for members 18 and older. Blood Pressure cuffs will be loaned out for 2-week sessions.

500 lb Club

Branch: All Locations

Dates: 12/31/25 - 12/31/26

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Lift at least 500 pounds total combining your weight lifted from a deadlift, squat, and bench press. Lift the minimum and become part of the club! Club Members receive a free t-shirt and get their name on the Wall of Strength in the weight room!

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	8/15/24	7/31/26	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	-	-

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	12/31/25 - 12/31/26	Register

1000 lb Club

Branch: All Locations

Dates: 12/31/25 - 12/31/27

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Lift at least 1000 pounds total combining your weight lifted from a deadlift, squat, and bench press. Lift the minimum and become part of the club! Club Members receive a free t-shirt and get their name on the Wall of Strength in the weight room!

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	8/15/24	1/1/27	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	-	-

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	12/31/25 - 12/31/27	Register

Fitness Assesment

Branch: Oil City

Dates: 5/1/26 - 12/31/26

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Your resting heart rate, blood pressure, weight, and body fat percentage are measured. Fitness tests will then be administered to assess your cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. These assessments will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses and help you determine an exercise program to achieve your fitness goals. By appointment. $10 for YMCA members

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	2/20/24	12/31/26	Online / Front Desk	$ 10.00	$ 30.00	$ 10.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	05/01/26 - 05/31/26	Register
	06/01/26 - 06/30/26	Register
	07/01/26 - 07/31/26	Register
	08/01/26 - 08/31/26	Register
	09/01/26 - 09/30/26	Register
	10/01/26 - 10/31/26	Register
	11/01/26 - 11/30/26	Register
	12/01/26 - 12/31/26	Register

Learn to Run a 5k

Branch: Oil City

Dates: 5/1/26 - 12/31/26

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Become stronger, healthier and faster with each step! Have a one on one 30 min assessment at the beginning to make a personalized running/run walk/walking plan specific to you. Receive a one-month plan to get ready for any race or to become a better runner/walker. All ability levels are welcome. Sign up with a friend and stay committed together! This program is led by Emma Davis and is ongoing! Register now for $30 for a monthly plan.

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	8/15/24	12/31/26	Online / Front Desk	$ 30.00	-	$ 30.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	05/01/26 - 05/31/26	Register
	06/01/26 - 06/30/26	Register
	07/01/26 - 07/31/26	Register
	08/01/26 - 08/31/26	Register
	09/01/26 - 09/30/26	Register
	10/01/26 - 10/31/26	Register
	11/01/26 - 11/30/26	Register
	12/01/26 - 12/31/26	Register

National Walking Month May

Branch: Oil City

Dates: 5/1/26 - 5/31/26

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Enjoy the benefits of walking by joining the Oil City YMCA Walking Club! Walk with a friend or unwind with a peaceful walk by yourself. Sign a footprint on the Wellness Center windows. Register for FREE!

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	2/20/24	12/31/26	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	$ 0.00	$ 0.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	05/01/26 - 05/31/26	Register

TOPS

Branch: Oil City

Dates: 1/1/26 - 12/31/26

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Taking Off Pounds Sensibly with a meeting each Wednesday at 1:00 pm in our Multipurpose Room. TOPS can help you reach your weight loss goals with tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. Low monthly fees. Contact Beverly Miller.

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	12/16/24	12/31/26	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	$ 0.00	$ 0.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	01/01/26 - 12/31/26	Register

Weight Loss Challenge

Branch: Oil City

Dates: 5/4/26 - 7/5/26

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Slim down and earn cash! This eight week challenge will motivate you to lose 5% of your body weight, and if you do, you’ll earn cash! Participants will weigh-in at the beginning of the challenge and weigh-out at the end. Look for tips and encouragement from a wellness coach. The challenge is to lose 5% of your body weight in 8 weeks. May 4^th – July 5th

Weigh in at the YMCA during our hours of operation on May 4th – 9th

Members pay $25; Non-members pay $45 for the challenge

The $20 challenge fee goes in to a winners’ pot to be split by all the winners. The additional cost goes to the YMCA.

Complete your final weigh-in at the YMCA during the hours of operation on June 30th – July 5th

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member	Youth Only Member
	12/28/22	12/31/26	Online / Front Desk	$ 25.00	$ 45.00	$ 25.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	05/04/26 - 07/05/26	Register