What is ForeverWell?

At the Y, healthy aging means more than just staying active—it’s about staying connected, engaged, and empowered. ForeverWell is our community for adults 55+ that brings together fitness, friendship, and lifelong learning. Whether you’re here to build strength in a group class, join in social activities, or explore new skills, ForeverWell helps you thrive in mind, body, and spirit.

Connect

Social Seniors

Social Seniors Y Connect Group

Build friendships and stay connected through our Social Seniors Y-Connect group. 

Text #SocialSeniors to 513-750-9622 to get started!

Senior Group Fitness

Monthly Activites

Discover all that is happening both inside the fitness studio and around the Y and Greater La Crosse community!

Houser Monthly Activity: first Thursday of the month at 10:15am in the lobby

Dahl Monthly Activity: fourth Monday of the month at 12:15pm and fourth Tuesday of the month at 9:15am in the lower lever lobby

Foreverwell Times

ForeverWell Times

We’re excited to bring you the latest updates, inspiring stories, and community happenings at the YMCA and beyond. As a valued senior member, this newsletter is designed to keep you connected, informed, and engaged in all the ways that make our YMCA a special place to grow, thrive, and make lasting friendships

 

 

Move

Group Fitness

Group Fitness

Stay strong, flexible, and energized with classes designed for every ability level.

Pickleball

Open Pickleball

We offer open pickleball at both branches all throughout the week! Check Schedules -> Pickleball --> Your Branch for information!

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Wellness Center

We believe wellness should be accessible to all. At each YMCA branch, we provide state-of-the-art cardio, Matrix strength equipment, suspension trainers, and more. Members who are 14 years and older of all levels and abilities are welcome in the Wellness Center.

Discover

IT Tuesdays

Wise Wednesdays and IT Tuesdays

IT Tuesday - happens the third Tuesday of every month in the Dahl lower level lobby from 9:15-11:15am

Wise Wednesday - Join us the first Wednesday of every month for a thoughtful conversation on a different topic beginning at 9:15am in the Dahl lower level lobby

Volunteer

Volunteerism

We are dedicated to being that third place for you—a place where you can connect, grow, and thrive. From group exercise classes, family programming, and sports leagues to community events and volunteer opportunities, we provide numerous ways for you to engage and build meaningful relationships.

More info coming soon on volunteer opportunities!

Travel Trips

Collette Travel Trips

We offer trips through Collette Travel. No Y Membership required! Trips planned for 2026 include Canada and Maine!

If interested, please fill out the form below!

And MORE!

Livestrong

LiveStrong - Cancer Survivorship

The FREE 12-week LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA pilot program launched locally at both Y branches the week of March 7th, 2011. The La Crosse Area Family YMCA works closely with Mayo Clinic Health System and Gundersen Health System. Both medical facilities refer patients to the program.

DPP

Diabetes Prevention

If you have prediabetes or other risk factors for type 2 diabetes, now is the time to take charge of your health and make a change. The PreventT2 lifestyle change program can help!

Mental Health Foreverwell

Mental Health

At the Y, we are committed to supporting the mental health of all by providing opportunities to connect, educate, and collaborate in order to improve the mental wellbeing of our community for any age. 

ForeverWell Times

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