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Wellness and Chronic Disease Programs
The Greater Johnstown Community YMCA (Y) offers a variety of Wellness and Chronic Disease Programs to members of all ages so that they might enjoy a more healthy and fulfilling life.
Our trained professionals can get you acquainted with our facility, help you kick-start your fitness journey, and assess your individual needs to create a customized program that will help you reach your goals. Our areas of expertise include:
- Weight-loss
- Strength and Mobility
- Aging Populations
In addition to Wellness Coaching (personal training), we offer Sports-Specific Coaching for a wide variety of sports including Basketball, Swimming, and Track & Field. All Wellness and Sports Coaching sessions are one-hour-long with the exception of swim instruction, which are 40 minutes in length.
Community-Based Chronic Disease Programing
In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. For over 15 years, the Y has driven innovation in prevention and control of chronic disease to improve quality of life, save lives, and reduce healthcare spending. With support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Y delivers tangible results in scientific evidence-based chronic disease prevention and control. Across America, Ys are increasing opportunities and policies promoting physical activity, expanding health and wellness initiatives, and offering health care solutions and education outside the traditional healthcare model.
The Greater Johnstown Community YMCA is proud to offer a wide-variety of chronic disease prevention and control programs and meeting the expanding needs of our region. Taking a community-based approach to health care, our team is able to deliver medical care and education in a community setting at low or no cost as part of our mission to combat chronic diseases in our region.
Our Current Programs
Diabetes Prevention Program
Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring
Weight Loss
Cardiac Rehab
If you have any questions about our Wellness and Chronic Disease Programs please contact our Wellness Director
Nicholas Ramirez, [email protected]
Community-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation (Phase 4)
Fact:
Every 40 seconds someone in the United States of America has a heart attack.
Our Goal:
Reduce an individuals risk of experiencing a cardiac event by providing positive guidance for healthy living and the appropriate level of physical activity.
What is Community-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation?
Community-based cardiac rehabilitation (Phase 4) provides people with known coronary heart diseases the opportunity to benefit from weekly supervised exercise sessions. People who are eligible include those who have participated in Cardiac Rehabilitation programmes and those who meet certain medical criteria and have been assessed by a physician.
What to Expect
- Two exercise session each week for one month
- Exercise monitored by a certified exercise physiologist or personal trainer.
- Designed to reduce the risk of another cardiac event and help to prevent existing conditions from worsening.
- Risk factor modification.
- Emotional support.
- A physicians note is required for this program.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 11/27/20 | 12/31/21 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 60.00 |
Available Sessions
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10/01/21 - 10/31/21
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Free Wellness Areas Orientation
This is a free program to new and existing members. The orientation will get you started on the path to success! One of our trained Wellness Staff members will lead you on a tour of our Wellness Areas, including our Free Weight Room and Nautilus Room. You will learn where equipment is, how to use the equipment safely, and best practices.
After you have completed your orientation we invite you to use your knowledge to work towards your goals. If you know you are looking for a more personalized approach or simply want to learn more, our staff are always here to help and we invite you to enroll in our Free Wellness Coaching Orientation!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 8/7/20 | 12/31/21 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | - |
Available Sessions
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01/18/21 - 12/31/21
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Free Wellness Coaching Consultation
After you have taken our Wellness Areas Orientation we invite you to meet with one of our trained Wellness Staff members, who will sit down with you to discuss your health history, past injuries, training history, and your specific health and wellness goals. This free consultation session will introduce you to goal setting, healthy eating habits, and the basics of strength and conditioning programming.
The Wellness Coaching Consultation will provide you with basic information and tools to get you on your way. If you are interested in working with one of our Wellness Coaches check out our Private and Semi-Private Wellness Coaching options.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 8/10/20 | 12/31/21 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | - |
Available Sessions
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01/18/21 - 12/31/21
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Private Wellness or Sports Coaching
Our private coaching provides you with one-on-one personalized training that incorporates a variety of equipment, intensities, and exercises . Wellness coaching at the YMCA is conducted by a fitness professional who is trained to use scientific evidence-based best practices to help you achieve your goals. Our trainers have experience working with new moms, working professionals, retirees, and athletes. Ensuring you are matched with the right trainer for your needs is one of our top priorities!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 8/6/20 | 9/1/21 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | - |
Semi-Private Wellness or Sports Coaching (2 Person)
If you’re looking for the advantage of individualized exercise prescription offered in a semi-private coaching session, the YMCA offers these sessions for up to 2 people. Semi-private coaching provides you with the opportunity to train in a group setting with one of our fitness professionals. Training in a group creates accountability, increases motivation and passes along a great discount to you!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/10/20 | 12/31/30 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Semi-Private Wellness or Sports Coaching (3 Person)
If you’re looking for the advantage of individualized exercise prescription offered in a semi-private coaching session, the YMCA offers these sessions for up to 3 people. Semi-private coaching provides you with the opportunity to train in a group setting with one of our fitness professionals. Training in a group creates accountability, increases motivation and passes along a great discount to you!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/10/20 | 9/1/21 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | - |