Health, Well-being & Fitness

Health is more than getting your heart rate up - it’s about building community while you do it.

Group Exercise

With over 75 weekly Group Exercise classes included with your membership, you’re sure to find the workout that’s right for you! We offer both in-person and virtual classes for all fitness levels. Check out our Group Fitness schedule to find out more.

Adult Swim Lessons

It’s never too late to learn how to swim! Our Adult Beginner swim lessons introduces swimmers to the pool and helps them develop safe water habits. Skills are taught that focus on body position and control, forward movement and rotary breathing.

Personal Training

At the Wallingford Family YMCA, our focus is on healthy living and on helping the individual. There is not a single path to fitness, so we’re here to help you find the right path for you. Our knowledgeable personal trainers will help you assess your current fitness level, set and achieve your individual goals and move through fitness plateaus and stuck points. We have personal training options to fit every fitness level and every budget! Whether you’re new to fitness or you’re experienced and are looking for a challenge, our personal trainers will design training programs just for you, and will work with you one-on-one to maximize results. Training is available for members and community participants, ages 11 & up. Training is billed monthly with the option to train from 1-3 times per week.

Meet Our Trainers

I have been a NETA certified Personal Trainer at the Wallingford Family YMCA since 2007. Complementing a well rounded understanding of individual personal needs, I am also a Middle School Guidance Counselor. I have worked with many individuals and groups of all ages with various ability levels as well as personal goals. With an extensive sports and coaching background, I also work with individuals and groups in a sports specific capacity. My attention to detail and creative exercise programming contribute to a large collection of satisfied client experiences.

Dom D'Antonio

I am a former football and baseball player who has extensive training in several forms of martial arts. My passion is guiding my clients to healthy and pain free lives. I work with each client to develop an individualized plan designed to meet each of their personal goals. I also believe fitness should not be a chore, so each session is a fun and enjoyable experience. Regardless of your fitness level, I will be with you every step of the way on your journey to a happier and healthier life.

Scott Kenerson

My journey into the field of physical fitness began when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013. The stress & depression that followed was eased when I focused on the benefits of my physical well-being. With the help & guidance of knowledgeable instructors I persevered and wanted to pay that success forward. Working one-on-one allows me to see my client's dedication & hard work pay off firsthand, as well as the opportunity to connect on a personal level so I can encourage them when times get tough.

Nikki Moore

No matter where you are in your fitness journey, I will make it a priority to guide you through each step of the way! As a personal trainer, my goal is to create personalized workouts for each client to help them reach all of their fitness and lifestyle goals. I believe that working out does not have to be something to dread, and that there are many ways to be active in an enjoyable way. In my free time I like to try new sports, I love to run and draw with charcoal, take yoga classes and hike with friends.

Emily Hatch

I am a long time Wallingford resident, graduating from Lyman Hall High School where I was captain in both basketball and football. I picked up an interest in physical fitness at the age of 14 and have continued to follow my passion, becoming a certified trainer in January 2022. I have experience with all ranges of skills, abilities & ages and believe fitness is vital to improving everyone's quality of life

Luke O'Reardon

Community Resources

We work with partners in the Wallingford community to address chronic & emergent needs for adults by providing programs that support their health and inspire hope.

LiveSTRONG at the YMCA

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a national, research based program to help adult cancer survivors achieve their holistic health goals. The program offers a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities that strengthen the whole person. This free 12 week program meets twice a week for 75 minutes, using traditional exercise methods to ease participants back into fitness and help them maintain a healthy weight. Plus, learn about wellness, stress reduction and how to continue healthy habits after the program has ended. Participation in our program has been shown to improve fitness and quality of life as well as decrease cancer-related fatigue. Contact Nikki Moore for more information about this program.

Stage IV Cardiac Rehab

Cardiac Rehab Phase IV is for individuals who completed a Phase III cardiac rehabilitation program, have experienced a cardiac event or are at risk for heart disease. Led by a certified Exercise Physiologist or Personal Trainer, this program is designed to reduce the risk of another cardiac event or help prevent an existing heart condition from getting worse. Participants will receive an initial assessment, which will result in a customized program developed to meet your needs & goals. With twice-weekly one hour sessions over a 12 week period, our staff will assist you in adopting healthy lifestyle changes through regular cardiovascular exercise, strength endurance, flexibility and balance training. With risk factor modification and the emotional support of your fellow participants and our caring staff, you will feel better and maintain your health. We offer monthly payments and financial assistance for qualifying participants.

American Red Cross Training

All trainings are American Red Cross courses and taught by certified instructors. Advanced registration is REQUIRED for all classes. Contact Meg O’Connor for more information about upcoming classes, including recertification.

CPR/AED

Learn life saving skills! Become Red Cross CPR, AED and First Aid certified in one of our courses. This blended learning course includes an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skills session.

Lifeguarding

Join the Wallingford Family YMCA and learn the lifesaving skills needed to be an American Red Cross certified lifeguard! During this certification class you will learn teamwork, rescue & surveillance, First Aid & CPR/AED, and other skills needed to work as a professional lifeguard. This blended learning class allows participants to do some coursework at home and hands on work with peers at the YMCA.