Age With Purpose

At the Y, members experience a strong sense of belonging through a network of friends, and discover purpose through group exercise classes, educational series and cause driven volunteer programs.

Join us and increase your self-confidence and sense of achievement while building relationships and celebrating milestones with others.

HEALTHY AGING PROGRAMS

The Y is more than a Gym. 
At the First Coast YMCA we offer our members who are 50 and Better ways to age healthfully. This includes exercise classes and opportunities for social engagement.  Are you interested in Book Clubs, Bible Study, Bingo or just looking for a meal with Y friends?  The Y has something for everyone.  Check out our Healthy Aging Newsletters that give all of the details on what is happening in your branch and other locations. With a Silver Sneakers or Renew Active Membership you can visit other branches across the First Coast.

Branch Monthly Healthy Aging Newsletters:

January 2025 

Barco Newton Family YMCA January 2025

Brooks Family YMCA January 2025

Brown Family YMCA January 2025

Dye Clay Family YMCA January 2025

Johnson Family YMCA January 2025

St Augustine Family YMCA January 2025

Williams Family YMCA January 2025

Winston Family YMCA January 2025

YMCA at Baptist North January 2025

YMCA at Flagler Health Village January 2025

YMCA at Nocatee January 2025

YMCA at Wildlight January 2025

Are you an organization that would like to be a part of our Healthy Aging Services?   
We are seeking partnerships that allow us to engage more aging adults and have a positive impact on the boarder community.  Please reach out to Connie Smith, Senior Director of Healthy Living at csmith@fcymca.org for more information on sponsorship opportunities.

SilverSneakers

No Cost Y Membership
If you’re a group retiree, or part of a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement Health plan, you may already have a SilverSneakers membership. This active adult wellness program is offered by many Medicare plans across the nation. If you are eligible for SilverSneakers you can use any YMCA at no cost, and take advantage of all the services a standard membership covers, not just SilverSneakers classes!

Check your eligibility at https://www.silversneakers.com/join-in/.


Renew Active

No Cost Y Membership
Renew Active provides eligible members with access to any YMCA at no cost. Plan holders of eligible Medicare Advantage Plans and Supplement Plans insured by United Healthcare Insurance can use the Renew Active program. Eligible members can use all the services that are part of a standard Y membership. To find out if you’re eligible, call your health plan’s Customer Service Toll-Free number. The telephone number is on the back of your member ID card.

To learn more, visit https://www.myrenewactive.com 


Community Resources

Transportation

Jacksonville Transportation Authority

Seniors age 60 and older ride JTA free upon presentation of a STAR Card or government issued picture ID with birth date.  In St. Johns County, we recommend the Sunshine Bus.