YMCA Gym

11/09/2026

Workouts are better with a good nights rest

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

07/09/2026

Good luck Martha 👏🏻👏🏻

From a 14-year-old local gym member to an elite international athlete and club president—Martha’s story is a brilliant example of where dedication can take you 🏋️‍♀️

After retiring from gymnastics at age 14, Martha began weight training right here in YMCA Gym. Her interest in human movement led her to pursue a degree in Sport and Exercise Science at Newcastle University, where she took up competitive powerlifting.

Since then, her rise in the sport has been remarkable:
• 2nd Place at the University Powerlifting Championships
• 2026 English Junior U69kg Champion
• Selected for Team England at the 2026 Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in Winnipeg, Canada

As an organisation, we always aim to support our team members and community wherever we can. We are pleased to sponsor Martha as she prepares to travel to Canada, helping ease the financial journey of competing at an international level.

Seeing someone progress from her very first workout in our gym to representing Team England on the world stage is something our whole team is immensely proud of.

Please join us in wishing Martha the best of luck in Canada! 🏆

Read the full feature story on our website: https://ymcanorthtyneside.org/from-ymca-gym-to-team-england-marthas-powerlifting-journey/

04/09/2026

HELP US SUPPORT OUR FRIENDS AT LIVE WELL WITH CANCER!

We’re absolutely delighted to congratulate our friends at Live Well with Cancer on being shortlisted as one of just four charities across the UK for the national Certas Energy Community Bloom Award! 🎉👏

They now have the chance to win an incredible £15,000, which would help transform their garden and create an outdoor room, making their Hub more accessible to people who can’t manage the stairs.

The funding would also help provide greater access to counselling, complimentary therapies and small group activities — making a real difference to people in the local community.

🏆 Now they need YOUR vote!

Voting takes just a few seconds and is open until 8th September.

👉 Please vote, and share with your friends, family and colleagues. Every vote really could make a difference!

🔗 https://certasenergy.co.uk/community-bloom-fund/

Good luck, Maureen and team Live Well With Cancer Charity ! We’re rooting for you!

03/09/2026

🎟️ TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE! 🎟️

The wait is over! You can now secure your spot for the annual YMCA Aerobathon being held Saturday 10th October (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM) 🪩🎶

Every step, jump, and stretch helps us raise vital funds for our Cancer & Exercise Rehabilitation programme. Whether you are a YMCA regular or joining us from the wider community, absolutely everyone is welcome to come along and sweat it out for a fantastic cause.

Standard tickets are £6.50 or pre-order an official Aerobathon t-shirt or vest to wear on the day for just £10 extra! (£16.50 total).

Secure your spot online right now via https://form.jotform.com/ymcanorthtyneside/aerobathon-2026-registration-form or purchase them in person at the Gym desk and Reception.

Can’t make it on the day? You can still make a massive impact!
💚 Spread the Word: Share this post with your friends, family, and wider network.
💚 Donate: Contribute directly to our campaign via our JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/ymca-gym-aerobathon-2026?utm_medium=CA&utm_source=CL
💚 Gift a Prize: We are actively looking for prize donations for our event-day raffle. Please drop any contributions off at Reception.

Get those tickets booked, and let's make this our biggest Aerobathon yet! 👟💖

02/09/2026

Have you tried Zoe’s Cyclefit or Kettlebell class? She’s lovely we promise!

02/09/2026

Don’t worry everyone the sound system is working!!

01/09/2026

🌟 Instructor Spotlight - Rebecca🌟

This month, we’re getting to know one of our fantastic Pilates instructors a little better!

💬 What classes do you teach, and what do you love most about them?
I teach Mat Pilates at the YMCA; Reformer, Strength, Hiit, circuits elsewhere.
The thing I enjoy the most is seeing the class enjoy it. Seeing people push themselves and progress over time is so rewarding. Getting feedback from the class is the best whether its groaning or laughter if they react then you know you’re doing something right.

💬 How long have you been teaching, and what inspired you to become an instructor?
I’ve only been teaching for 4 years but have been doing group exercise for nearly 40 years. I made the change after a long career in a ‘normal job’ when I decided it was time to focus more on what I enjoyed. I used to go to Su Legg’s Pilates classes and she suggested I did my training and I’ve carried on from there. The YMCA was one of my first teaching jobs!

💬 What’s your favourite part about teaching at YMCA North Tyneside?
Without question my favourite part of teaching is the people.

💙 Have you tried one of Rebecca's classes? She teaches Tuesdays 4:30 & 5:30pm book now for a fun and engaging class that will challenge you, regardless of your pilates experience!

26/08/2026

Sunday Pilates 💚 **New Class**

Start your Sunday with Su and feel stronger, calmer and ready for the week ahead. ✨

🧘‍♀️ MAT PILATES
🕥 Sunday • 10:30am-11:30am

A full-body Pilates class focusing on strength, control, mobility and core — suitable for all abilities.

🌿 Make time for yourself. Move, breathe & reset.

Book your space through the app.