Healthy Innovations

Healthy Innovations


Body Composition Scan- Thurston

Briggs Community YMCA, Plum Street YMCA
1/1/26 - 12/31/26
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If you’re looking to get a baseline of where your body stands at physically, a body composition analysis is just what you need. This body scan will give you insight on valuable info such as:

  • Muscle to fat ratio
  • Skeletal muscle mass
  • Water retention
  • Weight/height
  • Any present muscle imbalances.

All of this information can be beneficial when designing your workout program. Think of your scan as the starting point on a map to your goals being accomplished as your destination!



Registration Information  

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10/16/23 10/17/27 Online / Front Desk $ 19.00$ 19.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/01/26 - 12/31/26
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Body Composition Scan/ Consultation- Shelton

Shelton Family YMCA
2/19/25 - 12/31/26
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If you’re looking to get a baseline of where your body stands at physically, a body composition analysis is just what you need. This body scan will give you insight on valuable info such as:

  • Muscle to fat ratio
  • Skeletal muscle mass
  • Water retention
  • Weight/height
  • Any present muscle imbalances.

All of this information can be beneficial when designing your workout program. Think of your scan as the starting point on a map to your goals being accomplished as your destination!



Registration Information  

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2/19/25 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 19.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/19/25 - 12/31/26
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Briggs: Tai Ji Quan - Moving For Better Balance Part A (Beginner Class)

Briggs Community YMCA
5/4/26 - 12/3/26
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This is a 12-week evidence-based group exercise program. The program, based on the principles of Tai Chi, is led by a qualified Instructor and teaches eight movements modified especially for falls prevention.

The program works to improve balance, muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility to enhance overall physical health, which leads to better functioning in daily activities. Participation in the program may also result in better mental health, reduced stress, improved memory and cognition, and increased self-esteem.



Registration Information  

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7/1/26 9/11/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 48.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/04/26 - 07/22/26
Mo,We - 9:00 am - 1 hr
-
Registration
Closed on
05/04/2026
05/04/26 - 07/22/26
Mo,We - 12:00 pm - 1 hr
-
Registration
Closed on
05/04/2026
05/05/26 - 07/23/26
Tu,Th - 9:00 am - 1 hr
1 / 26 Available
Registration
Closed on
05/20/2026
09/14/26 - 12/02/26
Mo,We - 9:00 am - 1 hr
25 / 25 Available Register  
Closes
09/11/2026
09/14/26 - 12/02/26
Mo,We - 12:00 pm - 1 hr
25 / 25 Available Register  
Closes
09/11/2026
09/15/26 - 12/03/26
Tu,Th - 9:00 am - 1 hr
25 / 25 Available Register  
Closes
09/11/2026

Briggs: Tai Ji Quan - Moving For Better Balance Part B (Advanced Class)

Briggs Community YMCA
9/14/26 - 11/30/26
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This is the secondary 12-week evidence-based group exercise section that makes up the full 6 month program. The program, based on the principles of Tai Chi, is led by a qualified Instructor and teaches eight movements modified especially for falls prevention.

Part B is the second section of the class and can only be registered for IF you have gone through the first 12 week part A section.

The program works to improve balance, muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility to enhance overall physical health, which leads to better functioning in daily activities. Participation in the program may also result in better mental health, reduced stress, improved memory and cognition, and increased self-esteem.



Registration Information  

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7/1/26 9/11/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 48.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/14/26 - 11/30/26
Mo,We - 10:30 am - 1 hr
25 / 25 Available Register  
Closes
09/11/2026

Community Hikes- 2026 Hiking Expedition

Shelton Family YMCA
7/25/26 - 12/5/26
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Steps That Strengthen Community

**FREE COMMUNITY HIKES. OPEN TO ALL.**

We’ve Come a Long Way—And We’re Just Getting Started

The Hiking Project, in partnership with Mason Transit Authority, is building community through accessible, family-friendly hikes.

Our mission is simple: help families unplug from screens, reconnect with nature, and feel confident exploring the outdoors together. Inspired by Forest Therapy and guided by our motto, “Hike Your Own Hike,” we focus on slowing down, breathing deep, and enjoying the journey—at every pace.

We’re thrilled to launch the 2026 Hiking Expedition — and we’re adding a fun twist!

Pick up a punch card at the Shelton Family YMCA, join the hikes, and collect stamps to earn a backpack full of goodies. Watch for mystery scavenger hunt stamps and surprise prizes all year long.

Sign up today, grab your stamp card, and hike along with us—or get involved as a volunteer and share your ideas!

2026 Hike Schedule – Join us!

April 25:** Huff ‘n’ Puff Trail – Disc Golf

May 30:** Karen Hilburn Trail – Goldsborough Creek

June 27:** Theiler Wetlands Trail – Salmon Enhancement

July 25:** Potlatch State Park – Beach Day

August 29:** South Fork Skokomish River – River & Uplands

September 26:**

October 24:** Lake Isabella – Lakeside & Apples in Season

November 14:** Bayshore Preserve Capitol Land Trust – Salmon Run

December 5:** Wilson-Hoss Conservation Forest – Christmas Trees

**Y Members:** Free

**Non-Members:** $20 suggested donation

**Questions?** Contact Claudia Suastegui: Email [email protected] or Call: 360-918-3237

 

 



Registration Information  

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3/21/25 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/25/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 1 hr
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Closes
07/25/2026
08/22/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 1 hr
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Closes
08/22/2026
09/26/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
09/26/2026
10/24/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
10/24/2026
11/21/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 1 hr
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Closes
11/21/2026
12/05/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 1 hr
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Closes
12/05/2026

Livestrong At The South Sound YMCA

Briggs Community YMCA
9/8/26 - 11/24/26
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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free, 12-week program that helps adult cancer survivors improve their health and well-being: 
* A signed release form and referral from an Oncology professional is required to participate.
* Please email Lesli Baker, Health & Wellbeing Director, at [email protected] with questions about signing up for the Livestrong program at the South Sound Y.
  • Focus: The program focuses on the whole person, not the disease. 
  • Goals: Participants work to: 
    • Build muscle mass and strength 
    • Increase flexibility and endurance 
    • Improve energy levels and self-esteem 
    • Reduce the severity of therapy side effects 
    • Develop supportive relationships 
    • Improve quality of life 
  • Instructors: Certified YMCA instructors are trained in cancer survivorship, post-rehabilitation exercise, and supportive cancer care. They follow American College of Sports Medicine and American Cancer Society exercise guidelines. 
  • Sessions: Participants meet twice a week for approximately 90 minutes. 
  • Community: Participants can build companionship, share stories, and be inspired. 


Registration Information  

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6/12/26 8/28/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
09/08/26 - 11/24/26
Tu,Th - 5:30 pm - 1 hr, 30 mins
11 / 12 Available Register  
Closes
08/28/2026

Mindful Meal Planning

Briggs Community YMCA
7/12/26 - 7/12/26
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Learn simple, effective strategies such as list making, seasonal shopping, and batch cooking to support healthier daily habits and make mealtime less stressful. This workshop takes a mindful approach to nutrition, emphasizing that mindful eating begins long before the first bite, with thoughtful meal planning, intentional grocery shopping, and purposeful food preparation.
We’ll explore how carrying mindfulness through the entire process can help you build a healthier relationship with food. You’ll also learn techniques for slowing down and savoring meals, staying present while eating, and tuning into your body’s natural cues of hunger, fullness, and satisfaction. By combining practical planning skills with mindful eating practices, you’ll leave with tools to help nourish both your body and mind.


Registration Information  

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6/20/26 7/12/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 25.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
07/12/26
Su - 2:00 pm - 1 hr, 30 mins
27 / 30 Available Register  

Nutrition Counseling

Briggs Community YMCA, Plum Street YMCA
2/2/26 - 12/31/26
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Would you like to learn how to eat healthier or plan healthy meals on a budget? Healthy eating, combined with exercise, is necessary for a healthy lifestyle. We have Wellness professionals to help educate and guide you. Sign up today.



Registration Information  

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2/2/26 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 68.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/02/26 - 12/31/26
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Shelton: Tai Ji Quan - Moving For Better Balance Part B (Advanced Class)

Shelton Family YMCA
6/23/26 - 9/10/26
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This is the secondary 12-week evidence-based group exercise section that makes up the full 6 month program. The program, based on the principles of Tai Chi, is led by a qualified Instructor and teaches eight movements modified especially for falls prevention.

Part B is the second section of the class and can only be registered for IF you have gone through the first 12 week part A section.

The program works to improve balance, muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility to enhance overall physical health, which leads to better functioning in daily activities. Participation in the program may also result in better mental health, reduced stress, improved memory and cognition, and increased self-esteem.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Facility MemberProgram MemberCommunity Member
7/9/24 7/10/27 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00--

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/23/26 - 09/10/26
Tu,Th - 10:15 am - 1 hr
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Closes
07/15/2026
06/23/26 - 09/10/26
Tu,Th - 11:30 am - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
07/15/2026