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Summit Area YMCA Announces New Sessions of LIVESTRONG®

Empowering Cancer Survivors Through Strength, Support, and Community

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA participants and instructors come together to celebrate strength, resilience, and the power of community.
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA participants and instructors come together to celebrate strength, resilience, and the power of community. (Jimmy Alagna | Summit Area YMCA)

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA

The Summit Area YMCA is pleased to offer upcoming sessions of LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, a free 12-week program designed to support adult cancer survivors in reclaiming their health and well-being. This program provides guided fitness, small-group training, and emotional support.

About the Program

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is an evidence-based program that helps survivors improve cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance. Led by certified instructors trained in cancer recovery and wellness, participants regain physical strength, enhance mobility, and build confidence after treatment.

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Spring 2025 Session Details

Berkeley Heights YMCA

  • February 18 – May 8, 2025
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

Summit YMCA

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  • March 24 – June 11, 2025
  • Mondays & Wednesdays | 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
  • No class on May 26 (Memorial Day)

Who Can Participate?

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Open to all cancer survivors, whether currently undergoing treatment or in remission
  • Medical clearance from a physician is required

A Supportive and Transformative Experience

Participants benefit from a welcoming community of fellow survivors while receiving individualized guidance from fitness professionals. Many describe the program as a critical step in their recovery journey.

Registration and Contact Information

Registration is now open, and space is limited. Early registration is encouraged.
For more information or to register, contact:

  • Lisa McQuilkin – lisa.mcquilkin@thesay.org
  • Alice Stein – alice.stein@thesay.org
  • Phone – (908) 273-3330

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About the Summit Area YMCA

Founded in 1886 as the Young Men's Christian Association, today, we are The Y—an association that values and is made stronger by its diverse people. We stand for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility—For a better us. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all, regardless of gender, age, disability, income, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our four core values—responsibility, honesty, caring, and respect—guide everything we do.

As one of the area’s leading 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 17,000 individuals across the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling, and Summit. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to provide financial assistance for programs and services to those in need, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

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