The Y offers lots of wellness activities for older adults, including virtual programs you can enjoy online and in-person options at the YMCA. Whichever option you choose, we look forward to seeing you!
Virtual programs
Staying active mentally, physically and spiritually is important for feeling your best. From anywhere with an internet connection, everyone is welcome to tap into the Y community with virtual programs. Virtual programs are conducted over the phone and online. Some classes use a web conferencing service called Zoom.
Live classes and social groups
Scheduled classes happen in real time and you can join in remotely using Zoom or Facebook Live. Engage your mind by learning about a new topic, or fostering a favorite hobby with free interest-based options like art, knitting, hiking and more. Connect with others online for free and fun social opportunities like Bingo, Bunko and trivia. Keep your body moving and your health a priority with fitness and wellbeing classes that are free for members, covering topics like:
- Balance
- Chair Yoga and Meditation
- Chronic Inflammation
- Sleep Health
- Strength & Stretch
- Tai Chi
To find a remote class or event, use the Activity Finder, or view printable schedules for virtual groups.
Branch-Wide Schedule
ForeverWell Chair Yoga
Join us to experience a gentle Chair Yoga class, led by Amy. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Monday, July 06, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Monday, July 06, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Foreverwell Yoga
Build strength & flexibility, reduce stress and tension and increase your overall health and vitality in this self-pacing class. Recommended Equipment: Yoga Mat, Strap and Block
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
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Intro to Zoom
Join us on a live Zoom meeting to learn more about this program, how to use it, and what is available to you. Join by computer/laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
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Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tai Chi
Join us for a gentle blend of Tai Chi and Qi Gong movements. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Thursday, July 09, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Thursday, July 09, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Intro to Zoom
Join us on a live Zoom meeting to learn more about this program, how to use it, and what is available to you. Join by computer/laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
Thursday, July 09, 2020
01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
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ForeverWell Chair Yoga
Join us to experience a gentle Chair Yoga class, led by Amy. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Monday, July 13, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Registration link
Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Monday, July 13, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration link
Foreverwell Yoga
Build strength & flexibility, reduce stress and tension and increase your overall health and vitality in this self-pacing class. Recommended Equipment: Yoga Mat, Strap and Block
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
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Intro to Zoom
Join us on a live Zoom meeting to learn more about this program, how to use it, and what is available to you. Join by computer/laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Registration link
Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Registration link
Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tai Chi
Join us for a gentle blend of Tai Chi and Qi Gong movements. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Thursday, July 16, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Thursday, July 16, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Registration link
Intro to Zoom
Join us on a live Zoom meeting to learn more about this program, how to use it, and what is available to you. Join by computer/laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
Thursday, July 16, 2020
01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Registration link
ForeverWell Chair Yoga
Join us to experience a gentle Chair Yoga class, led by Amy. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Monday, July 20, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Registration link
Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Monday, July 20, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration link
Foreverwell Yoga
Build strength & flexibility, reduce stress and tension and increase your overall health and vitality in this self-pacing class. Recommended Equipment: Yoga Mat, Strap and Block
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
Registration link
Intro to Zoom
Join us on a live Zoom meeting to learn more about this program, how to use it, and what is available to you. Join by computer/laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
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Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Registration link
Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tai Chi
Join us for a gentle blend of Tai Chi and Qi Gong movements. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Thursday, July 23, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Registration link
Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Thursday, July 23, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Registration link
ForeverWell Chair Yoga
Join us to experience a gentle Chair Yoga class, led by Amy. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Monday, July 27, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Registration link
Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Monday, July 27, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration link
Foreverwell Yoga
Build strength & flexibility, reduce stress and tension and increase your overall health and vitality in this self-pacing class. Recommended Equipment: Yoga Mat, Strap and Block
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
08:30 AM - 09:15 AM
Registration link
Intro to Zoom
Join us on a live Zoom meeting to learn more about this program, how to use it, and what is available to you. Join by computer/laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Registration link
Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Registration link
Foreverwell Strength
Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular endurance and flexibility to improve your activities of daily living.
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration link
Tai Chi
Join us for a gentle blend of Tai Chi and Qi Gong movements. No experience or equipment required. Seated and standing options offered.
Thursday, July 30, 2020
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Registration link
Arthritis Exercise Class
Join us for a chance to connect with others and work through a series of head-to-toe exercises designed to improve joint range of motion, pain, stiffness.
Thursday, July 30, 2020
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Cost: Free
On-demand classes
Work out whenever you like with fitness and wellbeing videos that are available at any time on YMCA360 and YouTube.
George Wellbeing health and wellbeing coaching
Navigating healthy choices can be challenging to do on your own. Get guidance virtually by working one-on-one with a nationally board-certified coach—using web conferencing or the phone—to co-create a roadmap to navigate your wellbeing goals.
Your first 20-minute Discovery coaching session is free, and packages of ongoing coaching sessions are available for purchase. Contact George Wellbeing for details.
Wellness Check-ins
Active Y members will occasionally get a phone call from your ForeverWell Coordinator to see how you are doing. These are just a quick chance to catch up and talk about your current wellbeing.
Now available at the Y
The YMCA is working to gradually reopen locations around the greater Twin Cities. As locations open, here’s what you can plan on during a visit to the Y:
Exercise in the studio, pool and court
Limited Group Exercise classes are available. As always, these classes are free for Y members and there is no need to register ahead of time. Indoor and outdoor pools at Ys around the metro are open for lap swim only. And singles pickleball is available at select locations.
Search the schedule and join us at the Y!
Y membership
You might be eligible for a free membership with the Y if your insurance includes the SilverSneakers®, Silver&Fit or Renew ActiveTM program. Contact us to see if you qualify. Participating insurance companies include:
- Blue Cross and BlueShield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Humana
- Medica
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare