Health and Wellness YWCA Community Day - January 1st

On New Years Day we are inviting EVERYbody in our community to join us for a free event to preview our expert-taught workshops and courses such as Myofascial Release, Empowered Self-Defense, and Intention Setting. This family-friendly event offers the opportunity to get to know us, tour our building, and participate in our programming. All our classes, workshops, and courses, on January 1st, are free for all!

• 8 am-10 am - Swim Stroke Clinic: Freestyle, Back, Breast, and Fly: Have your swim strokes analyzed by an expert. Improving your stroke can improve ailments, enhance endurance, and reach personal achievements!
• 10 am-12 pm - Myofascial Release Class; Shoulders and Neck Release: Learn how to release muscle tension and improve mobility through foam rolling and ball work.
• 12:15-1 pm - New Years Intention Setting Class: Our Intention Setting Class honors the mini successes and micro falters of goal setting. By celebrating the successes along the way and not dwindling on the “trips-ups” we are more likely to achieve our goals and create sustained healthy habits.

For more information please contact our Health and Wellness team, we look forward to hearing from you.All courses and classes require advanced registration through the YWCA Member App., by calling (828) 254-7206 x 213 or emailing healthandwellness@ywcaofasheville.org.  

*In accordance with Buncombe Co. ordinance masks must be worn in our building. Please allow 10 mins before start times to check in with COVID-19 screening protocol.

Health & Wellness Fair – January 8th

Reimagine Health and Wellness with us! The YWCA Health and Wellness Center provides a safe space for EVERYbody, regardless of socioeconomic status, gender, age, race, and size, so together we can build strong relationships and empower each other. Join us for mini-group exercise classes taught by YWCA instructors, gym and aquatic center tours, an Empowered Self Defense mini-course, and local vendors from a variety of holistic health modalities.**Sign up for a membership on or by January 8th and be entered into our giveaway of a 12-month membership!JANUARY 8th; 10 am-2 pm

• 10-10:45 am – Intro to Personal Training: Meet and greet with our personal trainers to learn the benefits of personal training and working together in a team to meet your personal goals!
• 10-12 pm – Empowered Self Defense Mini-Course: A holistic approach to personal safety which teaches tools to combat the whole spectrum of violence, from verbal harassment to physical violence.
• 10-10:30 am – Stretching for Everybody Mini Class: Seated and standing exercises designed to improve physical performance, enhance range of motion and reduce muscle fatigue.
• 10 am-12 pm – Swim Stroke Clinic: Freestyle, Back, Breast, and Fly: Have your swim strokes analyzed by an expert. Improving your stroke can improve ailments, enhance endurance, and help you reach personal achievements!
• 11 am-11:45 am – Gym Circuit Training Mini Class: Learn the ins and outs of our gym while trying different exercises and activities for short periods of time, taking on cardio, resistance, and strength training activities at various stations.
• 12:30 am-1 pm – Meditation 101 Mini Class: A half-hour meditation class for beginners or people looking for a refresh; learn the benefits of meditation, followed by a clearly and simply guided 15-minute mindfulness meditation.
• 1-1:45 pm – New Years Intention Setting Class: Our Intention Setting Class honors the mini successes and micro falters of goal setting. By celebrating the successes along the way and not dwindling on the “trips ups” we are more likely to achieve our goals and create sustained healthy habits.

For more information please contact our Health and Wellness team, we look forward to hearing from you.All courses and classes require advanced registration through the YWCA Member App., by calling (828) 254-7206 x 213 or emailing healthandwellness@ywcaofasheville.org.  

*In accordance with Buncombe Co. ordinance masks must be worn in our building. Please allow 10 mins before start times to check in with COVID-19 screening protocol.