YMCA DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach facilitates a small group of participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes over the course of 16 one-hour sessions. After the initial 16 core sessions, participants meet monthly for added support to help them maintain their progress.

PROGRAM GOALS

• Reduce body weight by 7%
• Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week.   

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

In order to qualify for the program, you must be at least 18 years old, overweight (BMI > 25)* and at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes or have been diagnosed with prediabetes** by a healthcare provider.

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Schedule of Upcoming Classes

**Wednesdays at 1pm beginning June 26th-

Jim & Heather Gills YMCA – 3200 1st Ave S St Petersburg

**Mondays at 9am beginning July 22nd-

Sunshine Senior Center - St. Petersburg

**Tuesdays at 10:45am beginning August 6th-

NHU Whole Health Center in Pinellas Park

**Wednesdays at 5:45pm beginning August 28th-

Northside Medical Plaza - St. Petersburg

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*Asian individual(s) BMI > 22

**Individuals who have already been diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes do not qualify for this program.

**To confirm if the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program is a covered benefit under you health insurance, contact the Diabetes Prevention and Control Alliance at 1-800-237-4942.

CLICK HERE to download an informational flier.

For more information contact:

YMCA DIABETES PREVENTION COORDINATOR

SHELLEY SWAPP

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727.895.9622 ext. 219