Community Press Release

Hockomock Area YMCA Announces LIVESTRONG at the YMCA classes starting in January. Research shows that physical activity can decrease recurrence and increase survivorship for cancer patients.

Since 2010, The HockomockArea YMCA has been facilitating the LIVESTRONG at theYMCA program and they are pleased to announce new classes for 2019.  

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free 12-week program designed for cancer survivors and their families seeking to regain health, build strength, and connect with other cancer survivors. Our goal is to help participants build muscle mass and muscle strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve functional ability. Certified YMCA fitness instructors give personal individualized instruction and are trained in the elements of cancer, post rehab exercise, nutrition, and supportive cancer care.

New Classes Announced for LIVESTRONG at the YMCA at the Hockomock Y in January:  

Bernon Family (Franklin) Branch
45 Forge Hill Road
Franklin, MA
Monday & Wednesdays, 11:00am-12:30pm beginning January 7^th
Monday& Wednesday, 6:00pm-7:30 pm, beginning on January 7^th

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Invensys Foxboro Branch
67 Mechanic Street
Foxboro, MA
Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30am-12:00pm beginning January 8^th  
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00pm-7:30 pm beginning January 8^th  

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North Attleboro Branch
300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA
Monday & Wednesday, 12:00pm-1:30 pm beginning January7^th   

A survivor is defined from the point of cancer diagnosis through the balance of his/her life.  Are you a cancer survivor or know someone who is?