New YMCA

Health And Wellness Initiative

DANBURY — The Regional YMCA of western Connecticut’s Boughton Street branch announces a new community healthy and wellness initiative called Pounds Off.

It is a series of weight loss and healthy lifestyle classes and is part of the YMCA of the USA Activate American Initiative.

The program includes a weigh-in where participants meet with a professional to establish a target. Guest speakers will address a topic related to weight loss and/or healthy eating. Participants will learn about developing good habits and proper nutrition.

A cooking class is also included in which tasty and nutritious meals will be created and sampled. Classes will also include a fun workout taught by a skilled instructor.

The Boughton Street Branch is at 12 Boughton Street.

For more information or to register for this program, call Jack Fried, physical and wellness director, at 744-1000.