The Alpha Center is now available at both The Family YMCA and the Petal Family YMCA. The rooms are equipped with a full body weight circuit and have highly qualified staff ready to help.

The Alpha center caters to the following:

Adults With Special Needs
The Alpha Centers specialize in adults who are new to fitness, have a health problem that makes exercising difficult or feel that the Wellness Center is too intimidating.  It is our belief that the motivation and relationships that are built in this type of environment help you build knowledge and confidence needed to meet your own personal goals and move to the Wellness Center when ready.

Teen Wellness
The Centers are available for teens ages 13 to 14 without parental supervision.  Ages 10 to 12 may use the room if accompanied by a parent, during the above hours.  Studies have shown that kids within this age group can safely begin lifting weights if done properly.  Not only will it provide important health benefits and prevent injury, your child will learn the enjoyment of being physically fit!

See special programs and classes below for Hours of Operation and additional programming.

The Family YMCA Alpha Center

Youth Strength & Conditioning

This class is a 6 week course for ages 12-15. This class teaches youth correct lifting techniques and principles for health and wellness. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. See Member Service for the schedule.

Petal Family YMCA Alpha Center

Circuit Training in the Alpha Center

This class allows individuals of all ages to rotate through all of the machines for a full body work out. The group is lead by Staff, timing each station. See aerobics schedule for class times.

12 Weeks to Personal Fitness

This program is specially designed to help those who are new to fitness and those who are recovering from illness or injury and feel that they need to ease into a basic exercise routine. A Fitness Coach will meet with you up to 4 times during the 12 weeks; lead you through basic exercises; answer your questions; keep you motivated.  After 12 weeks, you will have formed a steady exercise habit and become comfortable with a basic routine.

Even though the program lasts 12 weeks, our commitment to your health lasts a lifetime.