To bring about meaningful change, individuals need ongoing encouragement and tools. At The Granite YMCA, we offer training, resources, and support to empower our neighbors to make change, bridge gaps, and overcome obstacles. We are proud to offer enrichment programs to help strengthen the communities we serve.

Offers a variety of health, fitness, exercise, sports, leisure, swimming, and wellness activities and programs for all ages

YMCA for the Merrimack area.

YMCA for the greater Nashua area.

Adult enrichment classes in: cooking, computers/technology, crafts, photography, world languages, professional development, and more. Current course schedule is on the website.

Adult aerobic fitness, family aquatic, outing club, judo club, S.A.F.E. after school programs for K-4 in Littleton & Woodsville

The Granite YMCA is committed to sustaining excellence through our programs and services. Members of all ages and abilities have access to a variety of health and wellness opportunities. Programs are designed to help people improve their physical and mental health, lose weight, and prevent chronic diseases.

Portsmouth Senior Activity Center offers a variety of activities for residents and non residents alike. A monthly newsletter is on the website or you can stop by and pick one up. Activities include fitness, arts, wellness, games, discussion groups, and food.

Experience youth sports, pick-up basketball, indoor cycling, personal training, yoga, boot camp, Zumba, open gym, healthy cooking demonstrations, open mic nights and more.

Each day, older adults gather at the center to meet new and old friends, enjoy entertaining programs, participate in exercise and craft classes, partake in lively discussion groups on social and political issues and use their skills to help others as volunteers. In addition to these important social programs, the center also provides older adults with nutritional lunches, health education and screenings and transportation to shopping and medical appointments.

We offer instructor-led, classroom-style, experiential, community-based learning and support with over 60 different classes each month. Individuals have the opportunity to develop social skills, increase independence, develop interests, explore various resources, participate in community activities all while creating a social network of support and fostering a sense of accomplishment. Classes Includes: Art: Beading, Quilting, Painting, Sewing, Knitting, Scrapbooking, and Photography; Community Service Leadership: Food Pantry, Red Cross, Homeless Shelters; Clubs/Social: Anime, Nascar, Book, Walking, Bowling, Wrestling, and Go Green Clubs; Health and Fitness: Aquafit, Special Olympics, Bowling, Dancercise, Yoga, Meditation, Nutrition, Healthy Cooking, and Wii Fit; General Education: Woodworking, Literacy, and Public Speaking; Life Skills: Money Management, Cooking, Baking, Managing Relationships, Self-Advocation, Anger Management, Positivity Training, and Problem Solving; Music: Performing Arts, Music Therapy, and Music Hour Sponsored by TD Bank; Extracurricular/Social: Bingo, Movie Nights, Pizza Nights, and Holiday Dances

Wellness programs include a variety of activities including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation, Energy Healing Drums Alive and much more

Community based, Seated strength training for older adults

Each day, older adults gather at the center to meet new and old friends, enjoy entertaining programs, participate in exercise and craft classes, partake in lively discussion groups on social and political issues and use their skills to help others as volunteers. In addition to these important social programs, the center also provides older adults with nutritional lunches, health education and screenings and transportation to shopping and medical appointments.

1. RSVP and AmeriCorps Seniors project connects people aged 55+ to volunteer opportunities that are the best fit 2. RSVP CHORE CORPS volunteers donate their services for minor repairs and chores such as yard work and small carpentry jobs (no ladders) as well as errands and shopping for people (no rides.) 3. RSVP BONE BUILDERS exercise classes are offered at community locations in Grafton and Sullivan Counties. 4. RSVP GOOD MORNING volunteers make a telephone reassurance calls to frail elders or those living alone to check up daily and address social isolation.

As a leader in preventative health care, The Granite YMCA offers a broad range of research-based programs that target specific health issues. All of our programs are people-centric and are designed to help each individual reach a personal best. YMCA certified instructors are there to guide and support each participant while fostering a community where individuals are open to share with other participants. We offer programs for participants who are battling or recovering from cancer, diabetes, hypertension and more. Programs include: - LIVESTRONG at the YMCA - YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program - YMCA's Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program - The Granite YMCA's Diabetes Education & Support Program - Tai Ji Quan™: Moving for Better Balance - Walk With Ease - Enhance®Fitness - Mood Lifters -Living well in the community - Healthy Weight & Your Child -Weight loss program

Trained leaders teach and lead attendees in exercises that help build bone density and strength using weight bearing and non-weight bearing exercises. The weights are provided at each session. This low impact program also helps with balance, flexibility, muscle strength, overall health and social relationships. The program helps to rebuild bone density and also helps with balance.

Each day, older adults gather at the center to meet new and old friends, enjoy entertaining programs, participate in exercise and craft classes, partake in lively discussion groups on social and political issues and use their skills to help others as volunteers. In addition to these important social programs, the center also provides older adults with nutritional lunches, health education and screenings and transportation to shopping and medical appointments.

The purpose of the coalition is to increase awareness and collaboration among service providers for families with young children. We also support parents enrolling in childcare scholorship.

David Krempels Brain Injury Center (KBIC) provides classes and support groups within a vibrant community setting, with ample opportunity for peer support and building social connections. Personal development and educational opportunities are available in the following areas: functional and cognitive skill building, social and communication skills, mental health, physical wellness, community connections and creative expression and recreation.

YMCA Programs: Squeaky Sneakers is a program for children 18 months to three-year olds and their parents. Each class includes a variety of activities to help develop motor coordination, balance, hand-eye coordination and socialization skills.

The Granite YMCA is committed to sustaining excellence through our programs and services. Members of all ages and abilities have access to a variety of health and wellness opportunities. Programs are designed to help people improve their physical and mental health, lose weight, and prevent chronic diseases.

As a leader in preventative health care, The Granite YMCA offers a broad range of research-based programs that target specific health issues. All of our programs are people-centric and are designed to help each individual reach a personal best. YMCA certified instructors are there to guide and support each participant while fostering a community where individuals are open to share with other participants. We offer programs for participants who are battling or recovering from cancer, diabetes, hypertension and more. Programs include: - LIVESTRONG at the YMCA - YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program - YMCA's Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program - The Granite YMCA's Diabetes Education & Support Program - Tai Ji Quan™: Moving for Better Balance - Walk With Ease - Enhance®Fitness - Mood Lifters -Living well in the community - Healthy Weight & Your Child -Weight loss program

Each day, older adults gather at the center to meet new and old friends, enjoy entertaining programs, participate in exercise and craft classes, partake in lively discussion groups on social and political issues and use their skills to help others as volunteers. In addition to these important social programs, the center also provides older adults with nutritional lunches, health education and screenings and transportation to shopping and medical appointments.

As a leader in preventative health care, The Granite YMCA offers a broad range of research-based programs that target specific health issues. All of our programs are people-centric and are designed to help each individual reach a personal best. YMCA certified instructors are there to guide and support each participant while fostering a community where individuals are open to share with other participants. We offer programs for participants who are battling or recovering from cancer, diabetes, hypertension and more. Programs include: - LIVESTRONG at the YMCA - YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program - YMCA's Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program - The Granite YMCA's Diabetes Education & Support Program - Tai Ji Quan™: Moving for Better Balance - Walk With Ease - Enhance®Fitness - Mood Lifters -Living well in the community - Healthy Weight & Your Child -Weight loss program