Your health and physical well-being are important, no matter your age. The YMCA offers active older adults opportunities to maintain healthy lifestyles, healthy relationships, and positive outlooks on life. Older adults who stay active live longer and have better functional conditioning. That is why the YMCA provides classes, programs, and events suited for this age group.
We also offer Healthcare Based Memberships including SilverSneakers and Silver & Fit!
See options at the bottom of this page.
Check out all program and membership benefits for seniors below!
Our Active Older Adults (AOA) programs are designed for ages 62 and older. At the Y, we offer a variety of classes and sports tailored to your interests and skill level. Below are some of our most popular activities designed with active older adults in mind!
Seniors, please join us for a FREE Seniors Happier Hour in the Cherryville YMCA aerobics room for food and fellowship! Please bring a covered dish to share. Registration not required.
Every second Tuesday of the month
11:00 am
Cherryville Family YMCA located at 215 North Mountain Street, Cherryville, NC 28021
Periodically, we schedule a fun excursion, both local and day trip style, to explore the treasures of North Carolina and beyond! Registration required. Check out what trips we have coming up:
OFFERED AT THE STOWE, WARLICK, AND PHARR FAMILY YMCAS
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport! It is a paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Get fit and have fun playing pickleball both in the Stowe, Warlick, and Pharr Family YMCA gymnasiums! Check our schedule for clinics and league information. All skill levels are welcome!
A scheduled weekly time for Active Older Adults to casually socialize which is great for mental health and happiness!
Every Wednesday
9:00-11:00 am
Lower level of Stowe Family YMCA
Once a month we schedule a fun excursion, both local and day trip style, to explore the treasures of North Carolina and beyond! Registration required. Check out what trips we have coming up:
Enjoy themed celebrations, social gatherings, and special events right at the Stowe Family YMCA. Join us for engaging activities that bring our community together! Registration required. Check out our upcoming events:
Come join us at the Mount Holly Community Center for an exciting game of Bingo! It’s a great way to enjoy yourself and make new friends. Be sure to register in advance and bring a prize donation (minimum $5 value) to join in on the fun.
Mount Holly Community Center
105 Sports Lane, Mount Holly, NC 28120
Upcoming Dates:
Join us and our special guest Wellness Partners at the Warlick Family YMCA for lunch and senior related topics for discussion. Topics will range from physical, mental, fiscal and lifestyle wellness and will be hosted by our Community Wellness Partners including CaroMont, Bluestone Financial, The NSSC Spine Clinic, Senior Living Centers and many more! These group lunch and learns are intended to provide access to pertinent information and a safe space to ask questions on topics that impact the well-being of your daily life.Lunch is provided.
Warlick Family YMCA
Check the Events Calendar for upcoming dates
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Warlick YMCA Multipurpose Room
Registration will be required so that we can provide everyone lunch.
HEALTHCARE MEMBERSHIP
The Gaston County Family YMCA accepts many insurance-based memberships like Renew Active, SilverSneakers and Silver & Fit. Visit our branches and present your insurance card to find out if you qualify.
Renew Active
Silver Sneakers Program
Silver and Fit Program
Active and Fit
VIRTUAL FITNESS
Les Mills, the Gaston County Family YMCAs Group Exercise Partner, gives you the highest quality workouts anytime, anywhere. Work out from the comfort of your own home. Enjoy these classes for free during this time.
GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES DESIGNED FOR SENIORS
YMCA group exercise and aquatic programs bring together health-seekers of all ages and skill levels. We offer a variety of group ex classes designed for ages 50 and older including the ever popular, SilverSneakers!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESWe host three exciting Active Older Adults events each year: Bingo in March, a Dance-themed event in August, and a festive Christmas celebration in December. By becoming a sponsor, you can help us create amazing experiences for our community!
If you’d like to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kara Garr | 704.822.9622 Ext. 269