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Veterans Wellness Initiative

a free, donor-funded program for veterans, active military and their spouse

Veterans Wellness

Next cohort starts in September at the Briargate YMCA!
The Veterans Wellness Initiative honors those who served by offering the Veterans Wellness Initiative, a free 12-week wellness initiative for veterans and their families. Designed to support health, fitness, and connection, this program provides a strong support network for veterans and their spouses/partners of all ages and abilities. Join us to begin or continue your journey to a healthier lifestyle.
Join Interest List

The Program

This free program includes:
  • Participation in 12-week Veterans Wellness Initiative which includes activities such as yoga, personal training, classes, and more.
  • Family membership during the 12-week duration of the Veterans Wellness Initiative
  • 6-month adult membership upon successful completion of the program based on attendance and completion of both pre- and post-program surveys.
Who qualifies:
  • Honorably discharged veterans
  • Active military
  • Active or honorably discharged, reservist or national guard
  • Spouse or partner of Veteran
Notes on the Pathway Experience

In our efforts to provide a platform of togetherness and safety, and by the graciousness of our donors, your pathway experience will consist of five, important modules:

  • Access to our virtual wellness platform, Y Wellness 24/7
  • Weekly connections and conversations via ZOOM with your pathway family.
  • Pre/Post survey and InBody scan
  • Group Togetherness sessions are provided to participants of all pathway programs, offering valuable information and more.

Note: In valuing the graciousness of our donors, successful enrollment in a pathway program relies on consistent attendance and participation. Pathway participants with 3 or more class absences without communication to the instructor will be disenrolled so we may provide an opportunity to another. Kindly consider this prior to joining us.

Upcoming Programs

Continue Your Wellness Journey with Adaptive Martial Arts
Join the YMCA for two special wellness workshops that provide veterans of all abilities with a supportive environment to build strength, confidence, mobility, and resilience through adaptive martial arts training. The program promotes wellness, stress relief, and camaraderie while creating a welcoming community for veterans to stay active and connected. These workshops serve as the next step following the Veterans Wellness Initiative (VWI).

See workshop details below. 
Veterans Adaptive Martial Arts Workshops

YMCA At First & Main

Date and Time

Friday, June 5th 

5:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

Cost

FREE for Veterans Wellness Initiative (VWI) participants

$35 for Members

$40 for Nonmembers

Address

3035 New Center Point
Colorado Springs, CO 80922
719.574.2878

Register

Stop by the front desk at the YMCA at First & Main or call for more information.

Tri-Lakes YMCA 

Date and Time

Friday, July 11th 

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Cost

FREE for Veterans Wellness Initiative (VWI) participants

$35 for Members

$40 for Nonmembers

Address

17250 Jackson Creek Parkway 
Monument, CO 80132
719.481.8728

Register

Stop by the front desk at the Tri-Lakes YMCA or call for more information.

Veterans Wellness Adaptive Martial Arts 6-Week Program
About this program:

A new 6-week Veterans Wellness session also begins the week of July 27th at the Tri-Lakes YMCA. Each of the six sessions will focus on two skill sets, one (from a group of basic martial art skills) and the other, an overall self-defense workout.

Cost & Details: 
  • Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. for 6 weeks
  • One hour per week
  • $90 ($15 per session)

Veterans Wellness Initiative Leaders

Kimberly Jones
Director of Military Programs
Ryan Gunther
Healthy Living Director 
YMCA at First & Main
Ryan Parsons
Healthy Living Director 
Tri-Lakes YMCA
For additional information or questions, please contact Kim Jones at kjones@ppymca.org or 719-622-3553
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Thank You to Our Sponsors

Thank You to Our Accreditation Partners

YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region, a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization.
Association Offices: 207 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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