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

New Fitness Challenge Has Arrived at the Oil City YMCA

New Event Every Week and Leaderboard Updated Weekly!!

Current Events Include; Bench Press, Squat, Deadlift, VO2 Max, Chin Ups, Dead Hang, Vertical Jump and Full Court Shuttle Run.

Fuel to Perform: Nutrition for Female Athletes Seminar

Date: Monday, September 21st 6:00 – 7:30pm

Description: One time seminar educating girls ages 12–18 involved in sports on how to properly fuel their bodies as athletes, pre and post game day meals, how nutrition can help improve both their health and performance, and important topics on how to overcome the pressure of beauty standards, body image, and social media. An educational session with interactive activities included throughout.

Location: Multipurpose room

Cost: $25 members, $35 non members

Harvest Healthy Habits Program

Date: October 2026

Description: Starting October 1st each participant chooses ONE habit they will add or remove to their day for 20 of the 30 days in October.

• Examples: waking up before 8am, drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning, going for a 10 minute walk, etc.

When members sign up they will receive a habit tracking chart that they can mark each day, and when they get to day 20 they can turn it into the front desk to receive a gift.

Cost: $5 for 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

Healthy Through the Holidays 

Date: November and December

Description: Are you tired of feeling like you have to “start all over” after the holidays when it comes to your health journey? Starting November 1st you can schedule a time to meet with our Health Coach to assist in coming up with 3-5 habits to help you build a foundation leading up to the holidays. Our focus during this time is…

• Staying active
• Maintaining healthy habits
• Enjoying treats in moderation without guilt
• Reducing holiday stress

Throughout the month you can schedule weekly or bi weekly 30 minute check-in sessions with our Health Coach to help you stay on track, and continue to implement these habits into your daily lives even around the craziness of Holidays.

Cost: $45 for the month for members; $60 for the month for non-members

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

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.

Women’s Bible Study

Date: October – December (1st and 3rd Monday of each month)

Time: Monday 5:30 – 6:30pm

Location: Side patio if nice outside / backup: MPR or chapel

Description: 45-60 minute women’s bible study

Pricing Free to members and non-members

Join us at the Clarion YMCA for a refreshing and faith filled time in the community. We’ll gather for a meaningful Bible study and discussion centered around real-life topics such as stress, fear, faith, and confidence. This is a space to grow spiritually, connect with other women, and feel encouraged in both your fitness and faith journey. Macey Hepler, Certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach, will be leading this study.