Livestrong program

Livestrong® Program

Livestrong® Cancer Program Schedule

Experience a Healthier, Happier You

The YMCA offers a 12-week exercise program for cancer survivors at no cost, accepting survivors of all cancers with physician clearance. The program includes a 3-month membership and training by certified personal and Livestrong® trainers. Participants will meet with trainers 2 times per week for 1.5 hours. The classes will focus on strength, balance, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.

Discover the Livestrong® Cancer Program at the YMCA of Greater Montgomery, providing flexibility with two distinct sessions each week. Pick the time that works for you on both Tuesday and Thursday. On Tuesday, both sessions are the same, and the same goes for Thursday’s sessions. We encourage participants to attend a Livestrong® session on both Tuesday and Thursday, maximizing the benefits of this empowering program. A program supported by a Baptist Medical Center South Facility.

EVERY DAY IMPACT

“LIVESTRONG at the YMCA helped me regain strength, confidence, and connection after cancer it’s not just exercise, it’s community.”

Find Strength Beyond Cancer

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA offers a welcoming space for cancer survivors to heal, move, and thrive together.

Comprehensive Support for Cancer Survivors

The YMCA LIVESTRONG program is a research-based, evidence-backed cancer survivor program designed to help adults living with or beyond cancer rebuild strength, stamina, and confidence. Over a 12-week journey, certified YMCA instructors trained in cancer survivorship guide small groups through gentle, supportive movement and wellness activities that focus on the whole person, body, mind, and spirit. This safe, structured approach helps survivors regain physical capabilities and find strength in the community.

Exercise Designed for Post-Cancer Care

Unlike general fitness classes, the YMCA Livestrong program near you offers specialized exercise routines tailored to the needs of cancer survivors. Sessions include cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance, and flexibility all adapted to each person’s abilities and recovery goals. Whether you’re finishing treatment, in maintenance, or rebuilding stamina, the program provides a safe way to reintroduce physical activity with guidance from certified professionals.

Renew Your Energy and Confidence

Studies show that participants in the Livestrong YMCA program experience better overall quality of life, with increases in physical activity, reduced fatigue, improved strength, and enhanced confidence in everyday activities. No matter where you are in your recovery, the program helps survivors reclaim energy and feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health.

Register to Livestrong® Today

Join our free 12-week Livestrong® program, twice-weekly sessions to build strength, balance, and hope

Cancer may have changed your journey, but it doesn’t define your future. The YMCA’s Livestrong® program helps survivors regain strength, confidence, and energy in a supportive community. With expert trainers guiding you, you’ll rebuild endurance, improve balance, and feel stronger every day. You are more than a survivor, you are unstoppable!

A Place to Belong, Support, and Grow

  • More Than a Gym, A Community That Cares

    At the YMCA of Greater Montgomery, membership means more than access to fitness equipment or classes. It means joining a welcoming community dedicated to supporting your health, well-being, and personal journey. From evidence-based programs like LIVESTRONG at the YMCA to group fitness, aquatics, and wellness support, the Y is here to help you feel stronger, more confident, and more connected at every stage of life.

  • Support Your Health, Your Way

    When you join the YMCA of Greater Montgomery, you gain access to programs designed to meet you where you are. Whether you’re focused on recovery, building strength, or staying active long-term, our experienced staff and supportive environment help you move forward at your own pace. With flexible programming, inclusive spaces, and a mission centered on community well-being, the YMCA is a place where you truly belong.

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