In 2007, LIVESTRONG® partnered with the YMCA to create LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, a 12-week physical activity program designed to get cancer survivors back on their feet.
Researchers from Yale University and Dana Farber Cancer Institute conducted a research study on the impact of the program on participants’ cancer-related outcomes. They found that participants experienced significant increases in physical activity, overall quality of life and fitness performance as well as decreases in cancer-related fatigue.
With LIVESTRONG®, survivors participate in customized exercise regimens catered to their individual needs from certified fitness instructors. The instructors are trained in cancer survivorship, post-rehabilitation exercise and supportive cancer care. This small group training program meets twice a week for 12 weeks. Survivors receive a membership at the YMCA for the duration of the program. The program is offered for free or low-cost at the discretion of the YMCA.
The program is offered twice a year in the Winter/Spring and Fall at several of our branch locations. Email [email protected] with questions or submit your interest here to get started.
HEALING SEMINAR
2-session seminar “Healing Cancer From Within” on March 10 and 12, 2026. Free for members living with cancer or who are caretakers.
JOIN LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA
If you are a cancer survivor interested in the program, take action by completing the intake form.
| Location | 2026 Session Dates | Days / Time |
|---|---|---|
| East Valley Family YMCA (1975 South White Rd, San Jose) | January 13 - April 2 April 14 – July 2 | Tuesday and Thursday 1:00pm – 2:15pm |
| El Camino YMCA (2400 Grant Rd, Mountain View) | April 1 – June 19 | Wednesday and Friday 1:30pm – 2:45pm |
| Northwest YMCA (20803 Alves Dr, Cupertino) | February 17 - May 7 | Tuesday and Thursday 1:00pm – 2:15pm |
| Palo Alto Family YMCA (3412 Ross Rd, Palo Alto) | January 12 – April 8 | Monday and Wednesday 1:30pm – 2:45pm |
| Sequoia YMCA (1445 Hudson St, Redwood City) | March 17 – June 4 | Tuesday and Thursday 1:00pm – 2:15pm |
| South Valley Family YMCA (5632 Santa Teresa Blvd, San Jose) | February 2 - April 27 | Monday and Wednesday 1:00pm – 2:15pm |
| Southwest YMCA (13500 Quito Rd, Saratoga) | January 13 – April 2 April 9 – June 30 | Tuesday and Thursday 1:00pm – 2:15pm |