Well-being at every age and stage.
Living healthy is about spirit, mind and body at every age and stage. Our Ys offer classes and programs for those dealing with chronic disease, joint and injury rehabilitation, in addition to health assessments and wellness coaching.
Healthy Lifestyle Offerings at the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit
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Blood Pressure Management
Blood Pressure Management at the YMCA is an evidence-based program that combines education about proper nutrition with a reduction in sodium with physical activity to guide participants to a considerable reduction in blood pressure.
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Enhance®Fitness
EnhanceFitness is an evidence-based fitness class that helps those with arthritis or chronic pain become more active, energized and empowered to sustain independent lives. The class focuses on strength, flexibility, balance and cardio endurance. You’ll move at a pace that is comfortable for you—-it’s never more than you can handle, and the group support will…
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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is an evidence-based program that helps adult cancer survivors reclaim their health and well-being following a cancer diagnosis.
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Moving for Better Balance
Moving For Better Balance is a 12-week evidence-based fall prevention program recognized by the CDC, National Council on Aging (NCOAO), U.S. Administration on Aging, (AoA) and the Department of Health and Human Services proven to help improve balance and reduce frequency of falls in older adults. The principles and movements of Tai Chi are used…
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Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
The DMC’s Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan provides a variety of physical therapy services inside of the Carls Family YMCA and the Macomb Family YMCA. For over 50 years, Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan (RIM), has been helping people rebuild their lives after a serious illness or injury. The DMC Rehabilitation Center works with most major insurance…
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Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing is a one-of-a-kind, workout that provides a uniquely effective form of physical exercise to people who are living with Parkinson’s. Though it may seem surprising, this non-contact, boxing-inspired fitness routine is proving to dramatically improve the ability of people with Parkinson’s to live independent lives.