health fitness: youth | adult | older adult

Personal Training

PERSONAL TRAINING Be the best you yet. Our personal trainers are nationally certified and have educational backgrounds in exercise science-related fields. They work with you to help you reach your goals, whether you are just starting out with your program or training for a triathlon. To learn more about the YMCA personal trainers' backgrounds and get started, please stop by the Life Center, or call 345-9814. Benefits of working with a Certified Personal Trainer: Learn how to begin an exercise program safely and intelligently. Learn the proper use and form for strength and conditioning equipment Increase the efficiency and effectiveness of your workouts Continued motivation Decrease injury risk A ...

Brother/Sister

BROTHER/SISTER PROGRAM Making a positive difference in the life of a kid who needs it. That's the role -- and reward -- of the Brother/Sister volunteer. The Brother/Sister program creates a unique bridge connecting caring adult mentors to youth. Mentors help youth increase their self-confidence, social and communication skills, positive behaviors and and help improve relationships at home, school and within the community. The Basics To ensure mentors and their matches have the betw experience possible we recruit, screen and train mentors. We also provide ongoing support of the relationship and coordinate the monthly group activities. Matches meet once a week for two to three ...

Camps

Summer Camp 2012 A tradition for so many Mankato area youth. Where lasting experiences and friendships take shape. Preschool camps School age camps School age specialty camps Teen Camps Skateboarding camps Helping pay for camp The YMCA is offering kids the opportunity to earn their way to camp. The 2012 coupon book will give kids a chance to earn the dollars to help pay for their camp experiences. To participate, kids and a parent must attend a fundraising meeting on Tuesday, March 20. That will also be an ideal time to register for a camp to make sure they secure a spot.

About

For youth development. For healthy living. For social responsibility. Thank you for visiting the Mankato Family YMCA's Web site. We hope you find what you need and enjoy what you find. If you have any questions about the Y or the Web site, please contact Joe Tougas at 507-345-9807.

Fitness Testing

FITNESS TESTING

Fit4You . . . A personal approach to Wellness

Members, try this 6-week exercise support process designed to teach new and returning exercisers how to start and stick with an exercise program. At no additional cost you will be teamed up with a wellness coach for three one-on-one meetings. With the help of your coach you:

* Creat realistic short and long term goals
* Evaluate your exercise history
* Learn how to use the most effective cardiovascular and strength=training equipment to meet your lifestyle
* Work within your own level and monitor your workout level
* Utilize pre and post assessments to track your progress!

Stop by or call the Life Center at 345-9814 to get started today!

Know Your Fitness Numbers

The Mankato Family YMCA offers the following fitness assessments FREE for members. We encourage our members to check their progress every 6-8 weeks.; To set up your first appoihntment, stop by the Life Center desk or call 345-9814. Your assessment measures:

* Blood Pressure (resting)
* Heart Rate
* Body Composition (skin fold or bioimpedance)
* Cardiovascular Fitness
* Muscular Strength and Endurance
* Flexibility

Fast Track

“Fast Track” orientations are for members who are comfortable with a fitness facility. Our wellness coaches will walk you through a short introduction of the fitness equipment and Life Center policies to help you get started with your exercise program.l Stop by the Life Center desk or call 345-9814 to make your appointment.