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Health and Wellness at the YWCA

From its inception, the YWCA Asheville has been committed to the physical health of the women it serves. Early on the YWCA leadership understood the relationship between a woman’s wellbeing and physical activity. YWCA is also committed to highlighting and addressing the racial health disparities that exist in our community. Today, the YWCA offers health and wellness activities and programs to promote health for all women and families in our community.

 

Preventive Health

Diabetes Program for managing health through education, exercise and support

Diabetes Wellness & Prevention

Our Diabetes Wellness & Prevention Program empowers participants with knowledge, skills, and confidence to make healthier lifestyle choices.

Health and wellness program for Latinx families

Salsa, Sabor y Salud

Salsa is a health and wellness summer program for Latinx families to learn, share, and get active together.

Health & Fitness

YWCA Fitness Center is your Asheville gym

Fitness Center

Community focused and gender inclusive, the YWCA Fitness Center offers a fully equipped gym, indoor pool, group classes, personal training and more!

Aquatics & Swim Lessons

Our indoor pool offers swim lessons for children and adults along with a variety of water exercise classes and lap swim times for YWCA Fitness Members

For More Information, Contact:
Sala Menaya-Merritt
Chief Program Officer
828.254.7206 x206
sala.merritt@ywcaofasheville.org