SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is proud to offer a variety of specialty programs committed to helping individuals maintain or work towards a healthy lifestyle and strengthen social ties. We encourage everyone to grow in the areas of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. Our adult offerings are constantly being updated and added to this page. Check back frequently to see what new offerings are coming your way.
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July Bootcamp
Eau Claire South YMCA
Get ready to sweat, move, and push your limits in this 60-minute moderate-to-intense boot camp. You'll rotate through 6 circuit-style stations, each with 45 seconds of focused work and short rest. Complete each station 3 times before advancing to the next and repeat the full circuit 3 times for a full-body burn that builds strength, endurance, and grit. All levels welcome—modifications provided, but come ready to work.
Class Outline:
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5-10 minute demo of stations
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5 minute led warm up
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40 minute workout
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5 minute led group abs to end class
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning July 1, 2025
TIME: 7:00-8:00 AM
WHERE: Eau Claire South YMCA - Group Exercise Studio
WHO: YMCA Members
COST: FREE but Members must reserve their spot using the YMCA360 app
INSTRUCTOR: Haili C.
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Chippewa River Challenge
YMCA of the Chippewa Valley
Swim the length of the Chippewa River in the pool! This lap swimming challenge is conducted at your own pace in the YMCA of the Chippewa Valley pools (Chippewa Falls YMCA, Eau Claire Downtown YMCA, and Eau Claire South YMCA). Simply track the number of laps you swim during each workout and record your distance with a lifeguard on your tracking sheet. Receive a swim cap for motivation to start and a T-Shirt at the end for bragging on your accomplishment.
We want to continue to motivate each other through this challenge! You will be able to see your distance on the swimming chart located in the pool area.
START DATE: March 1, 2025
END DATE: March 1, 2026
COST: $25
DISTANCE INFORMATION:
LENGTH:
LAP:
1 MILE:
1,760 YARDS:
GOAL:
One length of the pool is 25 yards
Down and back (50 yards)
1,760 yards
70 lengths or 35 laps
Do Your Best! Just Keep Swimming!
183 Miles
Chippewa Pool: 5,890 Laps (Meter Pool)
Eau Claire Downtown Pool: 6,442 Laps (Yard Pool)
Eau Claire South Pool: 6,442 (Yard Pool)
YMCA Power Pedalers
The Power Pedalers will be back this Summer! This is a FREE outdoor cycling club open to EVERYONE, not just YMCA Members. The rides locations, dates, and times are below. Click the Ride Schedule button!
YMCA360 (Virtual)
Bring the Y to you, wherever you are. Whether it's a current Y favorite or something new to you, Y360 matches your lifestyle with a growing library of online videos for you and your family. Livestreams and on-demand classes/content are available free for current YMCA Members.
Water Exercise
The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley offers group exercise classes on land as well as in the water. Each week, several group exercise water classes are held at the Y's two membership locations. These water classes are included with your Y membership! Click below to learn more about what is offered at each branch.
Complimentary Wellness Consultation
The YMCA offers an exclusive, complimentary wellness consultation for all members, providing personalized guidance on achieving your fitness goals. During the session, you'll explore how the YMCA supports your health journey, with a focus on tailored advice. The wellness professional will showcase facilities, equipment, amenities, and free group exercise classes. The trainer will provide guidance into personalized training options and how to make the YMCA an integral part of your fitness routine. This one-on-one session empowers you with the knowledge to maximize your membership for health and fitness goals!
To schedule your consult at the Chippewa Falls YMCA or Eau Claire Downtown YMCA, click the schedule consultation button below.
To schedule a consult at Eau Claire South YMCA please visit or call the Member Service Desk, (715) 552-4570.