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Our state-of-the-art Health & Wellness Center features a cardio and weight deck, functional training space, and more. Not sure where to begin? Click the link to have our YMCA team help you get started!
Adaptive Fitness Programs
Ages 18+
In partnership with Special Olympics Montana, the YMCA offers adaptive fitness programs for adults with disabilities.
Drop-In Child Care
Ages 6 Weeks-11 Years
Your YMCA membership includes access to the Child Watch Center. Our Child Watch Center offers short-term, drop-in care for families using the facility. Supervised by caring Y staff, children will enjoy books, games, activities, and a play structure while their parent/guardian works out.
Note: Child Watch participants must be active Y members (regardless of age) or have a day/month/guest pass.
Group Fitness Classes
Ages XX+
We offer a robust group fitness class schedule with classes like yoga, Zumba, cycling, aqua, and more. YMCA membership includes unlimited access to group fitness classes.
Indoor & Outdoor Sports Courts
Our indoor and outdoor courts are striped for basketball, pickleball, and volleyball. In addition to two full-size courts, we operate the Pat Dodson Youth Gym specifically designed for kids.
UNITE Team Training
Ages 18+
UNITE Team Training will help you reach your personal fitness goals in a small group setting. This seven-week program meets twice a week and is hosted throughout the year.
YMCA Personal Training
All Ages
Here at the Missoula YMCA, our certified personal trainers will motivate you to a healthier lifestyle through workout programs, goal setting, and accountability! Personal training is a available for YMCA members and non-members.
What to Expect
Unlimited Fitness Classes
Your YMCA membership includes unlimited access to group fitness classes like yoga, cycling, dance, and more.
State-of-the-Art Equipment
Our Health & Wellness Center features cardio and weight equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, Zero Runners, selectorized machines, squat racks, and more.
Free Orientations
Don't know where to start? Sign up with one of our Health & Wellness coaches for a free Jump Start Orientation.
YMCA Gym FAQs
Yes. A YMCA Health & Wellness coach is onsite in our fitness center at all times. We offer complimentary Health & Wellness Center orientations. During the orientation, a YMCA coach will you how to operate workout machines, review fitness class options, and explain our facility's gym etiquette. Stop by the desk on the second floor to request a free orientation.
For people looking for individualized training, we also offer personal training packages.
The Health & Wellness Center is the Missoula YMCA's fitness center. It consists of two group fitness studios, a cycling studio, cardio and weight decks, dedicated stretching areas, and the Functional Training Room, which supports functional movement.
Our cardio and weight decks offer a variety of equipment including:
- Treadmills
- Ellipicals
- Zero Runners
- Selectorized Machines
- Squat Racks
- Cable Machines
- Spin Bikes
- ...and more
Members also have access to:
- Resistance Bands
- Yoga Blocks and Mats
- Free Weights
- ...and more
Yes. The YMCA offers a variety of group fitness classes in its fitness studios. Our workout classes include:
- Active Older Adult & Senior Fitness
- Cardio Classes
- Cycling Classes
- Dance Classes
- Mind & Body Classes
- Strength Classes
- Water Fitness Classes
- ...and more!
Access to our Health & Wellness Center is included with YMCA membership. Non-members may purchase a day or month pass to access the center.
The Missoula YMCA's Health & Wellness Center is open to members in grades 6+. Members under the age of 14 are required to complete a free Jump Start Orientation before using the Health & Wellness Center. Stop by the kiosk on the second floor to sign up for your orientation.
No. The Missoula YMCA operates seven days a week. Scroll to the bottom of this page for our current operating hours.
The Missoula YMCA has three group fitness studios:
- Sunrise Studio with views of Mount Sentinel
- Cycling Studio with views of Mount Sentinel
- Sunset Studio with views of the Blue Mountain area
We host a variety of group fitness classes in each studio. Between scheduled class times, YMCA members are welcome to use these spaces for personal workouts.
Yes. The Missoula YMCA has an indoor track with marked inside and outside lanes. It's covered with a synthetic, shock-absorptive padding and is 16 laps to the mile. The track is located on the second floor of our facility and overlooks our Big Gym.
Yes. The elevator is located on the first floor in the backend (east) side of our building, and goes to the YMCA Health & Wellness Center on the second floor.
A Healthier Missoula for All
The Missoula YMCA is a nonprofit charity. We are committed to providing affordable and accessible health and wellbeing opportunities for all Missoulians.
Individuals
Every year, our YMCA makes a positive difference in the lives of 15,500+ Western Montanans through programs like youth sports, summer camp, and fitness classes.
Provided in Assistance & Subsidies
With support from generous donors and partners, the Missoula YMCA provides more than a million dollars annually in financial assistance and community subsidies to ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate, regardless of income.