During the Water You Waiting For Challenge the goal is to consume eight glasses of water per day. Although other beverages such as soda, coffee, and juice contribute toward daily liquid intake, the challenge is geared solely toward increased consumption of water in place of sugary and caffeine containing beverages. This challenge is designed to be held over a six-week period. Weekly educational handouts to help educate about the benefits of drinking more water. These weekly tips help keep participants interested and motivated throughout the challenge.

A challenge log is provided to record water consumption. The participants are on the honor system and if they log their water at least 275 times or 25 full days, we consider them an active member of the challenge. Award active members with a certificate at the end of the challenge. Prize drawings for those who earn 275 or more points.

WHEN                  June 1 – July 11

LOCATION          YMCA

AGES                    any

COST                    $5

REGISTER BY      June 1 -July 10  

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!

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!

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

Health Coach:

What is a Health/Lifestyle Coach?

– A professional who helps individuals achieve their health and lifestyle goals

through personalized guidance, motivation, and accountability

– Takes a holistic approach, addressing various aspects of well-being such as

mental, emotional, social, nutrition, and physical lifestyle habits

– Empowers individuals to take charge of their health and create lasting, positive

Changes

Who can benefit from a Health/Lifestyle Coach?

– Individuals looking to improve their overall health and well-being

– Those who struggle with stress, anxiety, or burnout

– People wanting to develop sustainable lifestyle habits

– Anyone needing guidance and accountability to reach their wellness goals

Macey Hepler, a certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach, is available to offer personal training and our new program of Health Coaching.

Where: Clarion County YMCA or Virtual Options available

When: Begin September 2024

Who: Any Clarion County YMCA Member

Cost: Packages

– 15 minute free consultation

– 3 sessions: $100

– 5 sessions: $150

– $40 for members / per session

Health Coach:

What is a Health/Lifestyle Coach?

– A professional who helps individuals achieve their health and lifestyle goals

through personalized guidance, motivation, and accountability

– Takes a holistic approach, addressing various aspects of well-being such as

mental, emotional, social, nutrition, and physical lifestyle habits

– Empowers individuals to take charge of their health and create lasting, positive

Changes

Who can benefit from a Health/Lifestyle Coach?

– Individuals looking to improve their overall health and well-being

– Those who struggle with stress, anxiety, or burnout

– People wanting to develop sustainable lifestyle habits

– Anyone needing guidance and accountability to reach their wellness goals

Macey Hepler, a certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach, is available to offer personal training and our new program of Health Coaching.

Where: Clarion County YMCA or Virtual Options available

When: Begin September 2024

Who: Any Clarion County YMCA Member

Cost: Packages

– 15 minute free consultation

– 3 sessions: $100

– 5 sessions: $150

– $40 for members / per session

Health Coach:

What is a Health/Lifestyle Coach?

– A professional who helps individuals achieve their health and lifestyle goals

through personalized guidance, motivation, and accountability

– Takes a holistic approach, addressing various aspects of well-being such as

mental, emotional, social, nutrition, and physical lifestyle habits

– Empowers individuals to take charge of their health and create lasting, positive

Changes

Who can benefit from a Health/Lifestyle Coach?

– Individuals looking to improve their overall health and well-being

– Those who struggle with stress, anxiety, or burnout

– People wanting to develop sustainable lifestyle habits

– Anyone needing guidance and accountability to reach their wellness goals

Macey Hepler, a certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach, is available to offer personal training and our new program of Health Coaching.

Where: Clarion County YMCA or Virtual Options available

When: Begin September 2024

Who: Any Clarion County YMCA Member

Cost: Packages

– 15 minute free consultation

– 3 sessions: $100

– 5 sessions: $150

– $40 for members / per session

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.

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 60 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 a medical clearance from a physician. Open to adults 18 years or older at no cost.

Call the Front Desk for details at 814-764-3400.

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

Cost: Free

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!

Pickleball Performance Lab with Macey

Mobility, Strength, and Stretching

This 90-minute clinic is designed to help you elevate your pickleball game with focused, high-impact training. You’ll build a strong foundation through dynamic warm-ups and mobility work, develop power and control with sport-specific strength exercises, and finish with agility and core training to boost your quickness and confidence on the court. It’s the perfect way to train smarter, move better, and play stronger.

*Maximum 6 Participants*

When: Monday, June 1st, 11 am – 12:30 pm, Wednesday, July 8th, 2 pm – 3:30 pm, or Thursday, August 6th, 1 pm – 2:30 pm

Location: Clarion County YMCA

Cost: $45/Members; $75/ Non-Members

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.

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