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44 Washington Avenue
Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 374-3394


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Innovative Programs

The Innovative Programs Department strives to assist members in achieving healthy life styles through physical activity and wellness programs for women, men and children. We currently offer a variety of fitness and physical activity programs as well as health related grant programs for breast, cervical cancer and colorectal education and screening, cardiovascular wellness, a parenting support group and workforce development program.


Fitness Programs

  • Gentle Yoga
  • Kripalu Yoga
  • Health Center
  • Land Fitness Classes
    • Cardio Step
    • Cardio Circuit
    • Step 'n Core
    • Step 'n Tone
  • Lap Swim & Aqua Jogging
  • Sauna
  • Swim Lessons
  • Aqua Fitness
  • SilverSneakers® Fitness Program

Family and Youth Fitness

  • Family Swim
  • Parent & Tot Swim
  • Youth Swim Lessons

Health Related Grant Programs

  • Encore - Take Charge of Your Health
  • Project Independence
  • Parents Anonymous®
    Visit our online forum! This program provides parents and child caregivers a chance to share ideas and concerns regarding their children. This model program is the nation's oldest and largest child abuse prevention program dedicated to strengthening families through innovative strategies that promote mutual support, parent leadership, shared leadership and personal growth. The program is free with on-going groups, no pre-registration is needed. All information is confidential. [ Learn More ]

Rental Programs

  • Birthday Parties
  • Gym/Pool Rentals
  • Locker Rentals

YWCA of Schenectady | 44 Washington Ave. | Schenectady, New York | 12305 | USA | 518.374.3394 | fax: 518.374.3385

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