Uplift

Young people face a lot of challenges. What’s happening with studies, at home, work, or with friends can have an impact on your wellbeing and mental health. Sometimes it can feel a bit out-of-control.

Exercise and eating healthy can play a big part in getting you back-on-track, but where do you start?

Uplift is a FREE 6 week active wellness program designed for people aged 16-24. Uplift is run by a friendly team of Y NSW staff who support young people to enhance their physical health, and boost overall wellbeing; all whilst having fun and connecting with peers.

What’s included in the program?

• 6 weeks FREE fitness membership at your chosen centre, including group fitness classes and small group training*
• Gain skills and knowledge around a range of topics, including exercising safety, the benefits of exercise, goal setting, eating healthy, and positive mental health strategies.

* Only programs run at Y recreation centres include a fitness membership.

You are eligible to register if you are:

• Between 16-24 years old
• Would like support to get back on track with your fitness and wellbeing due to facing some challenges with mental health, stress with studies, family life or friends
• Feel comfortable in a group setting

We also welcome referrals from parents, caregivers, youth and service providers working with groups of young people to submit registrations on-behalf of young people that want to join the program.

Where can you find us?

Mount Annan Leisure Centre

• Mondays – 5.45-7pm 

Y Space Parramatta Westfield**

• Thursdays – 5:30-7pm 

**This program does not include a Y fitness membership.

Hawkesbury Oasis 

• Mondays - 5:45 - 7:16pm - commencing 3rd May 2021

Uplift is currently suspended at the following locations - coming soon in 2021:

• The Y Broken Hill Integrated Wellness Centre
• Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre

To find out more about the services available in the centre, please visit our Welcome Back to the Y page.

Register today

If you have any more questions, please get in contact with our friendly team:
m 0409 267 114 p 02 9633 8251 
e uplift@ymcansw.org.au