Moving Beyond Cancer in Spirit, Mind, and Body
Thanks in part to the Y’s Mission In Action Campaign and support from the Spierings Cancer Foundation, we are proud to offer LIVESTRONG at the YMCA. This free, 12-week program designed for adult cancer survivors who have recently become de-conditioned or chronically fatigued from treatment or disease. Participants work with YMCA staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve meaningful goals — building muscle mass and strength, increasing flexibility and endurance, and improving confidence and self-esteem. By focusing on the whole person and not the disease, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA helps survivors move forward. While enrolled, participants and their caregivers receive all the benefits of Y membership and may use the facility, participate in designated classes, and access Y amenities throughout the program — completely free of charge.
What LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Provides
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA goes beyond exercise — it’s a whole-person program built around what cancer survivors actually need to move forward.
It's Free
The program is completely free for participants and their caregivers, including full Y membership benefits while enrolled.
Whole-Person Focus
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA focuses on the whole person — not the disease — addressing physical, emotional, and social well-being together.
Expert Support
Y staff are specifically trained in supportive cancer care to provide safe, appropriate, and compassionate guidance throughout the program.
A Path Forward
LIVESTRONG graduates can continue their journey through Stay Strong, a 3-month follow-on program that keeps the momentum going.
Frequently Asked Questions
The program is designed for adult cancer survivors who have recently become de-conditioned or chronically fatigued due to their treatment or disease. Caregivers are also welcome to participate.
No — LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is completely free. While enrolled, participants and their caregivers also receive full Y membership benefits, including access to facilities and designated classes.
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a 12-week program. Sessions meet twice per week at your preferred location.
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is available at all six YMCA of the Fox Cities locations.
See the session schedule above for current days and times by location.
Stay Strong is a 3-month continuation program for LIVESTRONG graduates. Led by trained Y instructors, it guides participants through physical activity sessions designed to help them continue healing and achieving their personal wellness goals.
Fill out the form on this page and a team member at your preferred Y will be in touch.
