West Coast & East Coast Swing!East Coast Swing is upbeat and lively, danced to faster, traditional swing music. West Coast Swing has a smoother, more modern feel and can be danced to many music styles such as blues, pop, and R&B. This class is taught by our dynamic, experienced, competitive ballroom dance instructor, Julie Boyer. No partner or experience needed.
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Wednesday Nights, 7-8pm, Oct. 29-Nov. 19
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA, Studio B
FEE: Individual member: $25 / Individual non-member: $40
Member couple: $45 / Non-member couple: $70
1 Rep Max Challenge: Back SquatTest your strength and push your limits in our November Wellness Challenge! Complete one repetition at the maximum weight you can successfully lift with proper form and see how your strength stacks up. Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just starting your strength journey, this event is a fun way to challenge yourself while building confidence and community in the gym.
WHO: Adults 18+
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 16 | 2-4pm
WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA, Wellness Floor
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Participants must register online or at the front desk by Nov 15.
Questions?
Contact Jess Bachman at jbachman@piedmontymca.org or call (434) 270-7548.
NEW Monthly Cooking Classes
Join us in the Community Room kitchen for fun, hands-on cooking classes that focus on healthy, delicious recipes you can make at home. Each month brings a new theme:
WHO: Ages 16+ (Ages 8–15 may attend with a guardian)
WHEN: 2nd Monday of the month, 6pm–7pm
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 November session for Tuesday, 11/11: Building Inclusion: Introducing Adaptive Programming at Brooks Family YMCA with Caitlyn Marcotte, Director of Adaptive & Outdoor Programs
Monthly Nutrition SeriesA Complimentary Class for Y Members
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 19 - Healthy Side Dishes for Thanksgiving: Upgrade your holiday meal with delicious, nutrient-packed side dishes.
Registration is not required but it sure helps us prepare!
The program is tailored to fit your schedule, allowing you to enroll at any time. Through this four-month program, and with the support of a trained Healthy Heart Ambassador, participants will aim to:
Participants pay a one-time fee that covers the cost of the program.
Members $35/Non- Members $55 (non-members will receive 4-day passes to the Y)
**Now available in English & Spanish**
Interested? Register below or contact Jeri Evans: jevans@piedmontymca.org / 434-270-7535
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+
WHEN: the 2nd Tuesday of each month
11am-12pm on Tuesdays
Check out our 2025 Fall/Winter Program Guide for more wellness programs
