Youth & Teen Wellness Programs

The MetroWest YMCA offers health and well-being classes for youth and teens, starting as young as 7 years old.  Our programs help youth to develop healthy exercise and wellness habits that will promote a healthy lifestyles for them and their families.  

Classes available  

Cardio Kids (Ages 7-11)

Kids learn how to use the cardio and strength equipment in the Youth and Family Area of the Wellness Center.  We ask kids to sign up for a maximum of 2 classes a week.  Parents must sign children in and out of class each day.   Cost: FREE for Members, cost varies for Non-Members

Monday 4:15-5:00 pm
Tuesday 4:15-5:00 pm
Thursday 4:15-5:00 pm
Friday 4:15-5:00 pm

Healthy Weight and Your Child (Ages 7-13)

This evidence based program is for young children in the 95 percentile of their BMI.  The comprehensive program empowers children, with the support of their family, to reach a healthy weight and live a healthier lifestyle by focusing on behavior change and physical activity.  For more information check out the Healthy Weight and Your Child page. 

Powerful Girls (Age 10-14)

Designed to work with young girls to build strength and confidence in a private, supported environment.  This class hopes to help girls with body awareness, self-esteem, and stress management through learning fun, full body movements designed specifically for young girls.

Teen Weightlifting (Ages 12-16)

Is your teen ager interested in using the wellness center on their own, but unsure what 

For specifics on class times and cost, please check out our program guide.