Wellness Challenges and Programs

Wellness Challenges and Programs

The YMCA hosts various fitness, swimming and sport 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!

500 lb Club

All Locations
12/31/25 - 12/31/25
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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 MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
8/15/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/31/25
Registration
will open on
12/31/2025

1000 lb Club

All Locations
12/31/25 - 12/31/25
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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 MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
8/15/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/31/25
Registration
will open on
12/31/2025

April No Fools Challenge

Oil City
4/1/25 - 4/30/25
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April no fools challenge: Achieve each fitness or wellness goal of each week and be entered in to win a prize! Register for $10!

Don’t let your goals by the wayside as the weather heats up.  Stick with our No Fools Challenge for all four weeks and get ready to celebrate your results!

Each week, you are challenged to:

  • Crush one full-body strength workout
  • Blast through two hours of cardio activity
  • Drink “enough” water – at least 64oz a day for most of us
  • Enjoy 4+ servings of veggies per day
  • Complete the weekly bonus workout

Track your successes on your card and add links to your chain for each weekly goal that you complete.  The weekly bonus workout well be posted in the wellness center.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
2/20/24 1/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00$ 10.00$ 10.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Registration
will open on
03/02/2025

Blood Pressure Monitoring Program

Clarion County
7/31/24 - 2/28/25
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Blood Pressure Monitoring Program:

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. Join the SMBP program today and start your journey towards better heart health! Register at the YMCA Front Desk today! Blood Pressure cuffs will be loaned out for 2 week sessions.

 

Where: Clarion County YMCA

When: Beginning February 2024

Who: Any Active YMCA Member 18 years or older

Cost: Free


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
7/31/24 6/30/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/31/24 - 02/28/25
Register  

Drop 10 in 10

Clarion County
4/1/25 - 6/7/25
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10 IN 10 – APRIL-JUNE

Lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks and win prizes! Contest begins April 1 and runs 10 weeks, ending  June 7th. Your goal is to lose a minimum of one pound per week to stay on target. Weight loss of 1 pound per week is a safer, more effective way of losing weight and keeping it off. Everyone that weighs out 10 pounds lighter will be entered to win an array of prizes. Weigh-ins are conducted at the YMCA April 1-3. Weigh-outs are June 5-7.

Where: Clarion County YMCA

When: April 1 – June 7

Who: All YMCA Members 18+ years

Cost: $10 / member


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
2/8/25 7/5/25 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00-$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/01/25 - 06/07/25
Register  

February Go RED Challenge

Clarion County
2/1/25 - 2/28/25
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Go Red Challenge – February

February is national heart health month. Wear red every Friday of February at the YMCA in support for people struggling with cardiovascular disease. The YMCA will also provide information about heart healthy habits from our HeartCorps service members.

Where: Clarion County YMCA

When: February 7, 14, 21, 28

Who: All YMCA Members

Cost: FREE


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
12/16/24 2/28/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Register  

Fitness Assesment

Oil City
1/1/25 - 12/31/25
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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 MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
2/20/24 1/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00-$ 10.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/01/25 - 12/31/25
Registration
Closed

Learn to Run a 5k

Oil City
2/1/25 - 12/31/25
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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.


Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Registration
Closed
03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Registration
Closed
04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Registration
Closed
05/01/25 - 05/31/25
Registration
Closed
06/01/25 - 06/30/25
Registration
Closed
07/01/25 - 07/31/25
Registration
Closed
08/01/25 - 08/31/25
Registration
Closed
09/01/25 - 09/30/25
Registration
Closed
10/01/25 - 10/31/25
Registration
Closed
11/01/25 - 11/30/25
Registration
Closed
12/01/25 - 12/31/25
Registration
Closed

LiveSTRONG

Clarion County
8/12/24 - 6/30/25
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LiveStrong: Cancer Survivor Program

In partnership with the LIVESTRONG Foundation, the YMCA has developed a small-group cancer survivorship program for those who are living with, through or beyond cancer.

Program Details

Our 12-week program* includes:

  • Two 75 to 90-minute sessions per week
  • Cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises
  • Fitness and quality of life assessments before and after participation
  • YMCA-certified instructors helping you every step of the way

*Requires referral and medical clearance from a physician. Open to adults 18 years or older at low or no cost.

Call the Front Desk for new and developing details!

 

Where: Clarion County YMCA

When: Beginning January 2025

Who: Any individual living with, through, or beyond cancer; 18 years or older; Requires referral and medical clearance from a physician

Cost: Free or low cost options


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
8/12/24 10/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s)
08/12/24 - 06/30/25
Register  

March Mile Madness

Clarion County
3/1/25 - 3/31/25
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MARCH MILE MADNESS—MARCH
Track your miles in the wellness center, track, pool or outside. Record your progress on our basketballs on the bulletin board at the YMCA! Recognition given to all participants who reach the 31 mile goal in March! A gift card will be raffled to one lucky winner who completes 31 miles. Starts March 1 and ends March 31

Where: Clarion County YMCA

When: March 1 – 31

Who: All YMCA Members

Cost: FREE


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
2/8/25 4/5/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00-$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Register  

National Walking Month May

Oil City
5/1/25 - 5/31/25
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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 MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
2/20/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/01/25 - 05/31/25
Register  

Nutrition Program- Three meeting package

Clarion County
1/1/25 - 12/31/25
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Ready to make a positive change in your life? Start your Nutrition journey right here at the YMCA!

Meet with our certified Nutritional Specialist on how you could improve your overall health and quality of life through proper nutrition!

Start with a free 15 minute Nutrition consultation with our expert. From there you can set up one time meetings, or set up meetings for three straight weeks to ensure your nutrition is on the right track!

One Hour Nutrition Sessions:

$40 for Members

Three meeting nutrition tracking package:

$100 for Members


Registration Information  

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10/14/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 100.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/01/25 - 12/31/25
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TOPS

Oil City
1/1/25 - 12/31/25
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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 MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
12/16/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/01/25 - 12/31/25
Register  

Weight Loss Challenge

Oil City
1/6/25 - 7/5/25
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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 5th – July 5th

Weigh in at the YMCA during our hours of operation on May 5th – 10th

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 MemberNon-MemberYouth Only Member
12/28/22 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 25.00$ 45.00$ 25.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/06/25 - 03/09/25
Register  
05/05/25 - 07/05/25
Registration
will open on
04/05/2025