Wellness for the Whole Family!
The PeaceHealth Wellness Center offers something for everyone, be they fitness enthusiasts, those recovering from injury or preventing disease, and people starting their health and fitness journeys.
Youth access to the Health & Wellness Center
The Health & Wellness Center is an adult space intended for members and visitors ages 16 and older. Access is a privilege, and youth under 16 visiting these areas are expected to respect and observe the same rules, safety protocols and etiquette that our adult visitors do. Your Y offers several programs designed to help youth under 16 understand these expectations and earn access to these spaces:
- Purple Band access: Members and guests ages 10 to 15 can use the Wellness Center with close adult supervision—just check in with Wellness Center staff when you arrive upstairs!
- Yellow Band access: Middle schooler members* can use the Indoor Track, Spencer Terrace, and Stretching, Circuit and Cardio areas upon completion of the Middle School Fitness Basics orientation program. Read more below.
- Blue Band access: High school members younger than 16* can use the entire Wellness Center upon completion of the High School Strength Basics orientation program or a Teen Strength Test-Out. Read more below.
*Youth under 16 who have completed our earlier Teen Strength Program will still have Blue Band access, including those currently in middle school.
Middle School Fitness Basics
Middle School Fitness Basics is a 1-on-1, hour-long appointment with trained Y Wellness Center staff. Youth learn the necessary safety, rules and etiquette required to access the wood floor side of the Wellness Center, including the Stretching, Circuit, Cardio and mural areas, plus the Indoor Track and Spencer Terrace. Youth who complete this session will earn Yellow Band access, allowing independent use of equipment in these areas.
- WHO: Middle-schoolers
- WHERE: Eugene Family YMCA Health & Wellness Center
- WHEN: Various days and times each week
- COST: FREE for Y members
- CAPACITY: Space is limited and registration is required
- REGISTER: Register through our app's group exercise schedule or online. Search for "Middle School Fitness Basics."
Teen Strength Test-Out (ages 12 to 16)
The Teen Strength Test-Out is an evaluation for youth ages 12 to 16 who already have strength training experience and would like to demonstrate their knowledge of Wellness Center equipment, safety practices and YMCA expectations. This is not a class or training session, but a structured assessment led by YMCA staff. Successful completion will earn Blue Band access, clearing them for access to the entire Wellness Center.
During the test-out, participants will be asked to:
Demonstrate safe and controlled use of free weights, cable machines, squat racks and bench press. Show understanding of proper setup, weight selection and basic spotting awareness. Explain and follow Wellness Center rules, etiquette and safety expectations.
- WHO: Youth 12 to 16 with strength training experience
- WHERE: Eugene Family YMCA Health & Wellness Center
- COST: FREE for Y members
- REGISTER: Register through our app's group exercise schedule or online. Search for "Teen Strength Test-Out."
Middle School Yoga
Middle School Yoga is a fun, supportive class designed specifically for youth in grades 6–8. This class helps students build strength, flexibility, balance and body awareness while learning healthy ways to manage stress and emotions during a time of rapid growth and change.
Through age-appropriate yoga poses, breathing exercises, games and guided relaxation, participants will improve focus, confidence and resilience in a welcoming, non-competitive environment. Classes emphasize self-expression, mindfulness and respect for self and others, while encouraging movement that feels good in each body.
No prior yoga experience is required. All abilities are welcome.
- WHO: Middle-schoolers
- WHERE: Movement Studio
- COST: Free for Y members
- WHEN: Mondays, 4 to 4:45 p.m.
- REGISTER: Register through our app's group exercise schedule or online. Search for "Middle School Yoga."
Self Defense from the Inside Out for Teens
Self Defense From the Inside Out teaches us to explore our many tools (physical, verbal, mental, emotional) while respecting and practicing our own boundaries, gut feelings, instincts and intuition. This class offers a supportive environment where participants gain self-confidence while practicing new physical and verbal skills in many different life scenarios.
In this class:
- We will define what self-defense means.
- We will practice setting verbal and physical boundaries.
- We will learn tools aimed to de-escalate situations.
- We will practice physically defending ourselves.
- We will learn verbal strategies to self-defense.
- We will practice self-care and share knowledge of community resources.
DETAILS
- WHO: Ages 12 to 14
- WHERE: Movement Studio
- COST: $15 for Y members | $25 for community members
- WHEN: Sundays, 12 to 1:30 p.m.
- REGISTER: Register through our app's group exercise schedule or online. Search for "Self Defenses."
Middle School Boxing Skills
In this club, students won't be hitting each other—but they will be hitting their goals! Through the basics of boxing, kids will build strength, coordination and confidence while learning the importance of focus and self-control. Each session blends fun movement drills with lessons in emotional regulation, helping participants channel their energy in positive ways and move safely together as a team.
- WHO: Middle-schoolers
- WHERE: Movement Studio
- COST: Free for Y members
- WHEN: Fridays, 4 to 5 p.m.
- REGISTER: Register through our app's group exercise schedule or online. Search for "Middle School Boxing Skills."
