activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 14
- Arthritis aquatic exercise programProvides an instructor-led aquatic program with gentle water exercises to improve strength, flexibility, range of motion, and cardiovascular endurance in a low-impact environment for individuals with arthritis.
- Diabetes Prevention ProgramOffers a 25-session Diabetes Prevention Program led by a trained lifestyle coach to help high-risk individuals adopt healthier eating, increase physical activity, and lose weight to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
- EnhanceFitness program for older adultsOffers EnhanceFitness, a low-impact exercise program for older adults to improve strength, balance, and cardiovascular health, particularly as part of arthritis management.
- Group fitness classes Residential Fitness Center AccessOffers group exercise classes bookable via the YFit app or website using an EGYM ID, with free access to fitness equipment and unlimited classes included in membership.
- Lifeguard training and safety program Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingProvides ongoing lifeguard training through monthly in-service sessions, daily readiness checks, and regular safety audits.
- Mobile fitness and wellness appProvides a mobile app that allows users to access fitness schedules, track and record workouts, set goals, participate in challenges, and connect with other fitness apps and devices.
- Nutrition education talks Nutrition Education & Cooking SkillsHosts in-person and online nutrition talks on topics including highly processed foods, bone health, and sustainable nutrition and healthy shopping.
- Personal training services Fitness Center with Group Classes and Personal TrainingOffers customizable personal training sessions including cardio, strength, core, balance, functional fitness, sports training, and nutrition guidance, available in individual, small group (4–6 people), semi-private (2–3 people), and family/partner formats with tiered pricing packages.
- Physical activity program for cancer survivors Post-Rehabilitation Exercise MaintenanceProvides a 12-week program featuring customized exercise regimens from certified fitness instructors to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance for cancer survivors.
- Pilates Reformer training Pilates and Mind-Body Movement TrainingOffers Pilates Reformer training using specialized equipment to deliver resistance-based, full-body workouts focused on muscle toning and joint stability.
- Recreational and lap swimming accessProvides recreational and lap swimming access for individuals of all ages.
- Sports and agility training Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsProvides sports and agility training programs designed to improve acceleration, deceleration, foot speed, quickness, and change of direction for athletes.
- Swim lessons for all ages Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers private and group swim lessons for infants, children, and adults, including parent/child classes for ages 6–36 months, group lessons for children 3+, and packages of eight group lessons across Silicon Valley; emphasizes water safety as a life-saving skill.
- Youth and family programs Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsOperates a wilderness resident camp at YMCA Camp Campbell and provides Before and After School Programs at multiple school campuses to support youth development and family engagement.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- Community-based behavioral health intervention community-based health interventionIncreases access to disease prevention and management by delivering small-group, coach-led programs in community settings, leveraging trusted local environments to support nutrition, physical activity, and long-term behavior change.
- Digital service integration digital_registration_systemLeverages digital platforms like the YFit app and EGYM ID system to streamline registration and access to group exercise classes, improving user engagement and operational efficiency.
- Group accountability for fitness adherence group_accountability_modelUses group training formats to foster peer accountability and social support, enhancing motivation and helping participants sustain long-term fitness habits.
- Holistic and inclusive youth development through aquatics inclusive_holistic_developmentUses games, toys, and character-building components in swim instruction to create fun, inclusive environments that support children’s holistic development across physical, social, and emotional domains.
- Holistic wellness model holistic_wellnessOffers integrated programming across fitness, nutrition, and disease prevention to support individuals in building and maintaining healthy habits as part of a comprehensive approach to wellness.
- Personalized nutrition and fitness programming personalized nutrition counselingDelivers one-on-one nutrition counseling and custom fitness plans tailored to individual health goals and fitness levels, using personalized approaches to support sustainable lifestyle change.
- Privacy-first digital engagement privacy-first digital engagementImplements a privacy-first approach in digital platforms by complying with data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA), giving users full control over data sharing, and collecting data only when users opt into specific services, thereby building trust and enabling ethical digital engagement.
- Proactive aquatic safety management lifeguard-safety-protocolMaintains pool safety through certified lifeguards, daily readiness checks, ongoing training, and regular safety audits to ensure a secure environment for all aquatic activities.
- Progressive, safety-first aquatic programming water_safety_educationStructures swim instruction around a progressive, stage-based curriculum that builds from water acclimation to stroke mastery, with water safety as a foundational and life-saving component across all levels and age groups.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
Arthritis Aquatic Programs
Gentle water-based exercises in warm water to help individuals with arthritis build strength, flexibility, and joint mobility
Diabetes Prevention Program
25-session classroom-based program helping high-risk individuals adopt healthy lifestyles through nutrition, physical activity, and behavior change to prevent type 2 diabetes
EnhanceFitness
Low-impact exercise program designed for older adults to improve strength, balance, and cardiovascular health, supporting independent living
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
12-week physical activity program for cancer survivors featuring customized exercise regimens to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and emotional well-being
Personal Training
Customized fitness programs including one-on-one, small group, and partner training with options for Pilates Reformer and sports agility
Personal Training Program
Customized fitness training including one-on-one, small group, and partner sessions focusing on cardio, strength, core, balance, and nutrition guidance
Pilates Reformer
Intensive full-body workout using Pilates reformer machines to build muscle, increase joint stability, and improve core strength through resistance-based exercises
Sports and Agility Training
Training program focused on improving athleticism, speed, agility, quickness, and change of direction for athletes of all levels
Swim Lessons
Progressive swim instruction for all ages with six stages from water discovery to stroke mechanics, including parent/child classes, group lessons, and private instruction
Y Swim Lessons
Group and private swim lessons for all ages, structured in six progressive stages focusing on water safety, stroke technique, and confidence building
relationships · 4
who they work with
- EGYM Partner — Technology partner that powers the YFit app and manages data privacy in compliance with GDPR and CCPA.
- El Camino YMCA Partner — Collaborates on the development of partner workout programs offered at YMCA Silicon Valley locations.
- LIVESTRONG® Partner — Partnered with LIVESTRONG® to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a 12-week physical activity program for cancer survivors.
- YMCA Camp Campbell Partner — Operates a wilderness resident camp program.