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Think you've got what it takes? Set the treadmill to a 10% incline and walk, jog, run, or hike your way up the mountain for 15 minutes, then see how far you climbed. Last year's champion climbed 1.68 miles. Think you can top that? Join the challenge this October and put your endurance to the test!
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 8 | 5:30-6:30pm
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA
Join us in the Community Room kitchen for fun, hands-on cooking classes that focus on healthy, delicious recipes you can make at home. We have expanded our schedule and now offer classes on both Monday and Thursday evenings, with a new theme each month:
WHO: Ages 16+ (Ages 8–15 welcome with a guardian+registration)
WHEN: 6pm–7pm, dates above
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA Community Room Kitchen
FEE: $10 members, $15 non-members
Registration is required:
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Lunch&LearnJoin us during your lunch break for engaging presentations, interactive discussions, and valuable takeaways. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge on various topics, from nutrition and wellness to personal development and community engagement.
WHO: Adult YMCA members
WHEN: 12:30-1:30pm on the 2nd Tuesday of every month
Our next session is set for Tuesday, 10/13: How to Choose the Proper Footwear for Activities, with Mark Lorenzoni from Ragged Mountain Running Shop
Monthly Nutrition Serieswith Registered Dietitian Olivia Obertello
Join us for our Monthly Nutrition Series, a comprehensive journey through a range of nutritional topics designed to empower and educate you on healthy eating habits. Each session includes enlightening discussions, cooking demonstrations, and delightful taste testing experiences.
WHO: YMCA adult members (children age 8+ with an adult)
WHEN: On the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6-7pm
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA Community Room
TOPIC: November 17 - Fuel for the Season: Eating to Boost Immunity
CANCELLED: October 20 - Fuel to Fight Inflammation
Registration is not required but it sure helps us prepare!
Step into the elegance of ballroom with our Foxtrot and Waltz class, perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills. You'll learn smooth, flowing movements, foundational steps, and simple techniques that build confidence on the dance floor. The Foxtrot brings a relaxed, jazzy feel, while the Waltz introduces graceful, sweeping patterns set to classic rhythms. No experience or partner required, just come ready to move and have fun!
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Wednesdays, Oct. 7-28, 7-8pm
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA
FEE: Members $30, Non-members $45
Falls-related injuries are a major health concern for many adults ages 65+ and for people living with chronic conditions. Moving for Better Balance is a 12-week, evidence-based group exercise program, based on the principles of Tai Chi, is led by a qualified instructor and teaches eight movements modified especially for falls prevention.
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Mondays at 2pm-2:45pm | Jan. 4-March 22, 2027
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA
FEE: Members $60, Non-members $90
Questions? Contact Jeri Evans: jevans@piedmontymca.org | 434-270-7545
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, a small-group program developed and established in partnership with the LIVESTRONG® Foundation, assists those who are living with, through, or beyond cancer to strengthen their spirit, mind, and body. Recent research from the Yale Cancer Center and Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute confirmed that LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA participants experience improved fitness and quality of life and a significant decrease in cancer-related fatigue.
A referral by a doctor or medical provider is needed. Interested? Please contact Jeri Evans: jevans@piedmontymca.org / 434-270-7535
We are excited to announce that the Y is partnering with Ivy Health to offer free physical therapy screenings every month!
If you’re in pain, have recently injured yourself, or just think something might be wrong, you can come and meet one-on-one with a physical therapist who will conduct a thorough assessment of your condition.
WHO: Adults age 18+ | Members Only
WHEN: 11:30am-12pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month
WHO: Adults age 30+ | Members Only
WHEN: 12pm-12:30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month
Check out our 2026 Fall/Winter Program Guide for more wellness programs
