LIFTING PROGRAMS
Our Weight Lifting Programs are designed to empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their fitness goals, build muscle, and improve overall health.
At the Gaston County Family YMCA, we offer weight lifting programs tailored to meet the diverse needs and preferences of our members. Whether you are a beginner looking to start your fitness journey or an experienced lifter seeking to challenge yourself further, we have something for everyone. We provide a safe and supportive environment where you can focus on your fitness goals without any distractions. We offer individual training sessions, lifting challenges and group classes.
Our experienced and certified trainers are dedicated to providing personalized guidance and support throughout your weight lifting journey. They will work closely with you to understand your goals, assess your current fitness level, and develop a customized program that suits your individual needs. Whether you want to increase strength, improve endurance, or enhance athletic performance, our trainers will be there to motivate and guide you every step of the way.
Are you ready to take your fitness journey to the next level? Join us at the Gaston County Family YMCA's Weight Lifting Program and discover the power of strength. Contact us today to learn more and start your transformation.
Weight Lifting Program Options
4-Week Powerlifting educational program on the proper techniques and training programs. The program will include fundamentals, learning to train, active training, and training to compete. The lifts techniques taught will include benching, deadlifts, and squatting. Program will meet twice a week until program graduation. Coached by a certified USA Weightlifting Coach and nationally certified personal trainers.
This course is the perfect training to prepare for our upcoming Trio and Olympic Lifting Challenges!
Offered at the Warlick Family YMCA.
REGISTRATION DATES:
Registering now through June 3, 2024
PROGRAM DATES:
June 3 - June 26
WHEN
The group will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays
from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
PRICING
YMCA Member $30 | Program Participant $50
4-Week Olympic educational program on the proper techniques and training programs. The program will include fundamentals, learning to train, active training, and training to compete. The lifts techniques taught will include snatching, cleans, and split jerks. Program will meet twice a week until program graduation. Coached by a certified USA Weightlifting Coach and nationally certified personal trainers.
Offered at the Warlick Family YMCA.
REGISTRATION DATES:
Registering now through July 8, 2024
PROGRAM DATES:
July 8 - July 31, 2024
WHEN
The group will meet Mondays and Wednesdays
from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
PRICING
YMCA Member $30 | Program Participant $50
WOMEN IN THE WEIGHT ROOM AT STOWE
Looking to achieve your fitness goals but do not know where to start?
Women in the Weight Room is designed specifically for women interested in strength training and eager to learn about free weights and machines. You will be taken through basic total body weight training workout that you can feel comfortable coming back to and doing on your own. You will see huge increases in strength and endurance. Personal Trainers will focus on mobility, bodyweight strength, and all aspects of weight training (barbell, free weights and machines). Come lift with us!
Offered only at the Stowe Family YMCA.
TIMES OFFERED
Tuesday & Thursday | 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Tuesday & Thursday | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
REGISTRATION DATES:
Women in the Weight Room operates on an on-going registration schedule. This program is similar to Personal Training and can begin on your schedule!
PRICING
(1) 60-Minute session | YMCA Member $7 per session | Program Participant $17 per session
(6) 60-Minute sessions | YMCA Member $30 per session | Program Participant $60 per session
(12) 60-Minute sessions | YMCA Member $60 per session | Program Participant $90 per session
Available to YMCA Members and Program Participants.
Lifting Challenges
Our fitness challenges are designed to help you build strength, improve endurance, and achieve your fitness goals. We offer challenges that will focus on a variety of interests including cardio, strength training, walking/running endurance, and frequency tailored to push you beyond your limits.
QUESTIONS
For Warlick Family YMCA programming, contact Susan Davidson with questions
For Stowe Family YMCA programming contact Jenny Smith with questions