Specialty Programs | YMCA of the Chippewa Valley
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Youth & Teen programs are committed to helping the youth of the Chippewa Valley begin, maintain, or advance their healthy lifestyle and strengthen social ties. We encourage everyone to grow in the areas of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.

Youth Strength & Conditioning - Spring Break

Spring 2026

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This class is designed for 10 to 13-year-olds and focuses on improving the physical fitness and athletic abilities of young participants through a variety of exercises and training techniques. The class typically includes age-appropriate workouts designed to enhance strength and flexibility while promoting proper movement patterns and injury prevention. The program is designed to cater to different skill levels, allowing kids to progress at their own pace while learning about fitness and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 3-26, 2026

Time:

4:30-5:20 PM

Pricing:

$70-$90

Age & Gender:

10-14 Year Olds, Coed

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

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Youth Strength & Conditioning

Spring 2026

Register Here
This class is designed for 10-13-year-olds and focuses on improving the physical fitness and athletic abilities of young participants through a variety of exercises and training techniques. The class typically includes age-appropriate workouts designed to enhance strength and flexibility while promoting proper movement patterns and injury prevention. The program is designed to cater to different skill levels, allowing kids to progress at their own pace while learning about fitness and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Session Dates:

Mondays and Wednesdays, April 6-29, 2026

Time:

5:30-6:30 PM

Pricing:

$70-$90

Age & Gender:

10-14 Year Olds, Coed

Location:

Eau Claire South YMCA

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Youth Strength & Conditioning

Spring 2026

Register Here
This class is designed for 10 to 13-year-olds and focuses on improving the physical fitness and athletic abilities of young participants through a variety of exercises and training techniques. The class typically includes age-appropriate workouts designed to enhance strength and flexibility while promoting proper movement patterns and injury prevention. The program is designed to cater to different skill levels, allowing kids to progress at their own pace while learning about fitness and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 7-30, 2026

Time:

4:30-5:20 PM

Pricing:

$70-$90

Age & Gender:

10-14 Year Olds, Coed

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

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Youth and teen gym learning focuses on building confident, safe, and capable movers. Through guided instruction on fundamental movement skills, proper technique, and gym etiquette, participants develop movement literacy that translates to everyday life and sport.

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Youth Fitness Orientation

Those 12 years old and up are welcome to use the equipment in the fitness centers at the Chippewa Falls YMCA & Eau Claire Downtown YMCA. We offer individualized orientations that help each child safely and appropriately use the equipment so that they can make the most of their time using the fitness center.

Locations:

Chippewa Falls YMCA​

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Please contact Healthy Living Director for more information.

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  • ​Chippewa Falls YMCA - Solomon Abebayehu​

  • Eau Claire Downtown YMCA - Joseph Xiong

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Youth Performance Training

The program is designed to build self-confidence and athletic fundamentals such as strength, conditioning, endurance, speed, and change direction with a focus on injury prevention. Youth Performance Training is great for all ability levels as we cater to each person's strengths and weaknesses. This program can be general or sports-specific. We offer individual, partner, and small group options.

Locations:

Chippewa Falls YMCA​

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Please contact Healthy Living Director for more information.

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  • ​Chippewa Falls YMCA - Solomon Abebayehu​

  • Eau Claire Downtown YMCA - Joseph Xiong

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The YMCA offers support groups bring people together to build health, resilience, and connection. Together, they create a supportive community that encourages active living, learning, and mutual encouragement.

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LIVESTRONG® Alumni Open Pickleball

Year-Round​

LIVESTRONG® past participants are welcome to come together and enjoy open pickleball. This group is offered year-round on Mondays in the Eau Claire Downtown YMCA Hobbs Gym. This group comes together for fun, socialization, connection, and movement.

Session Date:

​Every Monday

Time:

10:00 AM-Noon

Pricing:

Free

Age & Gender:

Cancer Patients

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

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Healthy Lifestyle Essentials

Weight Management Support

Year-Round

This challenge focuses on education and motivation to overcome weight management issues.

Session Date:

By Appointment

Time:

By Appointment​

Pricing:

Varies

Age & Gender:

Weight Management

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Eau Claire South YMCA

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Long Hauler Cancer Survivor Group

Winter 2026

This is a group for long-term cancer survivors living with stage 4 or long-term metastatic disease. In a nurturing environment, long-haul thrivers are welcome to discuss their experiences, challenges and victories.

Session Date:

2nd & 4th Tuesdays, September 2025-May 2026

Time:

​10:00-11:30 AM

Pricing:

Free

Age & Gender:
Cancer Survivors

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

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The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is a proud host site of many American Red Cross Blood Drives through the year. See any upcoming blood drives listed out below.

Blood Drive

Spring 2026

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Give the most important gift, the gift that gives patients in need more time with loved ones. It doesn’t cost a thing, just 1 hour of your time can help up to 3 patients in the coming weeks! There’s an Emergency Need for types O & B- donors especially due to low supplies. Scheduling an appointment is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome!

Session Date:

Friday, March 27, 2026

Time:

12:30-5:00 PM

Pricing:

Free

Age & Gender

17 Years and Older

Location:

Menomonie East YMCA

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Blood Drive

Spring 2026

Register Here
Give the most important gift, the gift that gives patients in need more time with loved ones. It doesn’t cost a thing, just 1 hour of your time can help up to 3 patients in the coming weeks! There’s an Emergency Need for types O & B- donors especially due to low supplies. Scheduling an appointment is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome!

Session Date:

Friday, May 29, 2026

Time:

12:30-5:00 PM

Pricing:

Free

Age & Gender

17 Years and Older

Location:

Menomonie East YMCA

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Blood Drive

Winter 2026

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Give blood today to save a life tomorrow!

Session Date:

Friday, February 27, 2026

Time:

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Pricing:

Free

Age & Gender

17 Years and Older

Location:

YMCA Sports Center

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