GET STARTED ON YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY
Everyone can achieve a healthier lifestyle with support from the LE MARS YMCA. All members receive a free Wellness Appointment to determine the best path for them, plus unlimited access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment and fitness classes. The Y offers unlimited fitness classes and a variety of programs and activities that help people create healthy habits, become more active, and prevent disease.
COUCH TO 5k: Frozen Fun Run Training Program
Program includes free registration to the 5K!
Couch to 5K is a 6 week program designed to get just about anyone from the couch to walking, jogging, or running a 5K. The schedule requires 3 workouts a week and will end with participating in the Frozen Fun Run! Workouts will be held where the Frozen Fun Run will take place, so we will meet at Knights of Columbus for every workout!
When: May 5-June 21. Group meets Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 7:00-7:45 AM
Where: Meet at Olson Cultural Event Center (where race will start)
Program Fee: Y Member: $55 / Community: $65 (add $10 if you want 5K t-shirt)
Frozen Fun Run 5K: June 21 @ 7:30 AM. Part of Ice Cream Days Festival!
Includes: a coach and group accountability, training material, Frozen Fun Run race registration (pay $10 if you want the shirt).
To Register: Click link below! Or stop by the Y.
Questions? Contact our Program Coordinator, Jaden: 712-546-6655 or jadenh@lemarsymca.org
YOUTH FITNESS ORIENATION
Get stronger together!
Our Youth Fitness Orientations are a FREE is a 30-45 instructional session that is required before youth and teens ages 10–13 may use strength or cardio equipment at the Y. These orientations introduce youth to age-appropriate weight machines and equipment and include supportive instruction on proper use and safety information. A parent or guardian must attend the orientation with the child. If the child is granted access to certain areas after the orientation, they must ALWAYS be under direct supervisions of someone 18 & older. They cannot independently workout until they are 14 years old.
When: Scheduled at times that work for youth, parent/guardian & Y staff
Program Fee: FREE
To schedule contact our Program Coordinator, Jaden: 712-546-6655 or jadenh@lemarsymca.org
YOUTH EXERCISE PROGRAM
Build a healthier you!
This program will offer core and balance exercises that are safe, effective, and fun for youth! Our goal is that kids will understand the importance of speed, agility, and quickness for youth. This is a great, and safe, way to introduce our youth into the world of health and wellness. This 4-weekprogram is created for youth ages 8 -11 years old. You can sign up for one session, or as many as you want! All classes are held in the Upper Fitness Studio.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:00 PM
Upcoming sessions:
- April 1 – 24
- April 29 – May 22
Program Fee: Y member: $20 / Non-member: $40
Register online or at the Y!
Questions? Contact Krista: Kristan@lemarsymca.org or 712-546-6655
CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY
Adventures in babysitting!
The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program gives pre-teens, teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The program teaches how to get started with a business, working with parents and children, and key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips. The training is perfect for young kids interested in a babysitting business, or who have responsibility for younger family members. Students will also learn how to assist with potty training & diaper changes, feeding techniques and how to make bottles.
Upcoming sessions:=
- March 13th: 4:00-6:30 PM
- April 13th: 1:00-3:30 PM
- May 8th: 4:00-6:30 PM
- June 4th: 1:00-3:30 PM
- June 25th: 1:00-3:30 PM
- July 9th: 1:00-3:30 PM
- July 23rd: 1:00-3:30 PM
- August 13th: 1:00-3:30 PM
Program Fee: $30/student
Register online or at the Y!
Questions? Contact Jessica: jessicas@lemarsymca.org or 712-546-6655
