Fall Family BingoBuild healthy habits together this September with the Fall Family Bingo Challenge at the Brooks Family YMCA.
From swimming and walking to cooking a healthy meal, getting outside, and trying activities at the Y, families can work together to complete challenges throughout the month. Complete a row to earn a small prize, or complete the entire board for a bigger prize.
WHO: Families, minimum of two participants
WHEN: September 1-30
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA and at home
FEE: Free
How It Works
1. Register online or at the Membership Desk.
2. Pick up your family’s Bingo card.
3. Complete activities together and get each completed square stamped at the Membership or Wellness Desk.
4. Complete a row for a small prize, or complete the entire board for a bigger prize.
5. Bring your completed Bingo card to the Wellness Desk by September 30 to claim your prize.
One Bingo board is available per registered family. Some challenges can be completed at home or outdoors.
Questions? Contact Jess Bachman at jbachman@piedmontymca.org or 434-270-7548.
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, 9/8: Healthy Aging at Home with JABA - Tips on physical activity, mental well-being, and social connection to support vitality.
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: September 15 - Spanish Tapas: Healthy & Portion Controlled
CANCELLED: October 20 - Fuel to Fight Inflammation
Registration is not required but it sure helps us prepare!
Get race-day ready with our 6-week 10K Training Program, led by Coach Tom Evans. This program is perfect prep for the Halloween Hustle 10K!
This progressive program is designed to help runners safely build endurance, improve fitness, and prepare for their 10K goals with the support of the Y community. Minimal running experience is required, making it a good fit for adults who want some structure and support as they prepare for race day.
WHO: Adults ages 18+
WHEN: Saturdays, September 12-October 17, 7:15am-8:15am
SESSIONS: 6
COACH: Tom Evans
FEE: $45 for members, $70 for non-members
EXPERIENCE: Minimal experience required
Questions? Contact Jess Bachman at jbachman@piedmontymca.org or 434-270-7548.
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: Session 1: Mondays at 2pm-2:45pm | Sept. 14-Nov. 30
Session 2: Tuesdays at 12:45pm-1:30pm | Sept. 15-Dec. 1
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA
FEE: Members $60, Non-members $90
Questions? Contact Jeri Evans: jevans@piedmontymca.org | 434-270-7545
It's no mystery that reducing stress can help us live healthier lives, but it can be hard to find techniques that work for you. Join us for a hands-on workshop that will guide participants through the fundamentals of this gentle energy-healing technique, helping you reduce stress, restore balance, and reconnect with your body's natural ability to heal.
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 11am-Noon
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA
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
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 Rehab 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
