YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program

16-Week Facilitated Program

The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program can help those at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles that will help reduce the chances of developing diabetes. The program is based on research funded by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health which showed that by eating healthier, increasing physical activity, and loosing a small amount of weight, a person with prediabetes can prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes by 58%. 

YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program is a 16 week program facilitated by a trained lifestyle coach.  The hour-long class meets once per week and covers topics including behavior modification, healthy eating, physical activity, overcoming stress, staying motivated, and more!  After the initial 16 weeks, monthly maintenance meetings are provided for added support to help maintain progress.

Program Goals
Reduce body weight by 7%
Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week 

YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program Qualifying Criteria
Age: must be ≥ 18yrs (adult)
BMI: must be ≥ 25  (click here for details) 
Must be at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes or have been diagnosed with prediabetes
Click here to view risk factors and prediabetes criteria.

Program Costs
The cost of the program is broken into 3 tiers. The 3 tiers are income-based as defined by the Federal Poverty Guidelines published by the Department of Health and Human Services. Your most recent tax return determines which tier you qualify for.       

How to Sign Up
If this program sounds like the right fit for you and you meet the qualifying criteria listed above, simply complete the registration form and mail, fax, or email it and we can sign you up for a class!  

For more information or to see if you qualify please contact Mindy Wallis at  
healthyliving@ymcaspokane.org or 777-9622 ext. 446.   

We are excited to be able to offer this program to the Spokane Community!

Group Exercise Classes

All ages & locations

Enjoy the variety of classes offered for all fitness levels from beginning to advanced. Not sure where to start? Look for GO Triangles marking classes on the schedule. These may be a good starting point. Come try Cycling, Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, TRX, Self Defense and more! 

See our NEW Youth Program Schedule for programming and classes for kids ages 3 and up!
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Personal Training

Ages 12+
Our Wellness Coaches are Certified Personal Trainers to ensure outstanding service and help members reach their goals. Premier Members Only: $40 1-hour session. $140 four 1-hour sessions. $400 twelve 1-hour sessions.
Register Online

Silver Sneakers

Ages 62 and over
Free program for individuals with a qualifying insurance plan. Get fit, have fun and make new friends.
View Schedules

Metabolic Makeover

Ages 12+

Twelve Weeks to Wellness!
A fun, supportive small group program for those who want to make a lifestyle change. Focuses on wellness for your spirit, mind and body. The 12 week program includes 3 exercise sessions per week, led by a Certified Wellness Coach, and nutritional counseling. 

Cost:
Y- Premier Member: $360 / Limited to Premier Members 
 
What you get:
Fitness Assessment/Body Composition analysis throughout the program
36 small-group sessions with a Certified Metabolic Makeover Trainer
12 week progressive cardio and strength program
A complete mind, body, spirit approach to training, nutrition and FUN!

Next Sessions begin April 9th & September 10th
For upcoming informational meeting dates and information please call 509 777 YMCA (9622), or email:
Eric Denney: Central Health and Wellness Director at edenney@ymcaspokane.org
Wendy Jackson: Valley Health and Wellness Director at wjackson@ymcaspokane.org
John Harshman: North Health and Wellness Director at jharshman@ymcaspokane.org

Pick-up Basketball

Ages 16+ (Central - T/Th 11:30am-1:30pm and Valley - M/W/Th/F 12-1:30pm)
Join a fun game with other members.

Pick-up Volleyball

Ages 12+ (Central - W 12:15-2:00pm and Valley - F/Sat 8:00-10:00pm)
Join a fun game with other members.