American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid class. This is an entry level CPR course required for most non-health care jobs such as day care providers, office workers, construction workers and the general public. It is designed for a wide variety of participants. No online portion, all in-person at the Downtown Branch

Our YMCA Swim Lessons follow the American Red Cross Swim Lesson Curriculum, providing a strong foundation of essential water safety and swimming skills for all ages and abilities. Participants start at their current skill level and progress at a pace that supports learning, confidence, and success in the water. Through positive instruction and skill-based progression, swimmers build technique, safety awareness, and self-confidence while learning to enjoy the water in a safe and supportive environment. Whether your goal is water safety, stroke development, or lifelong swimming skills, YMCA swim lessons help participants grow, achieve, and have fun along the way.

Pedaling for Parkinson’s helps Parkinson Disease patients develop healthy lifestyles through fitness, education, and wellness activities in a group setting. Sessions will run for 8 weeks at a time.​ The Pedaling for Parkinson’s™ program is based on research indicating that forced exercise on a bicycle can reduce symptoms of Parkinson’s. In fact, participants who ride three days a week over eight weeks have shown improvement in their Parkinson’s-related symptoms by as much as 35%. COST: Free for all Parkinson’s patients and their caregivers. All participants will receive a 1-year family membership to the YMCA of the Chippewa Valley once the program begins. Questions? Contact Haili Carlson, Member Engagement Director, at hcarlson@ymca-cv.org or 715-861-8160.