Published: 02/23/2026 - 8:00 AM
Are you ready for a fitness challenge? Did you know we host challenges on our mobile app? Put your fitness to the test or find a challenge program that keeps your goals on track!
April App Challenges
This month is all about springing into fitness to set ourselves up for a season of strength and confidence!
Spring into Fitness
This month is all about showing up, moving together, and getting stronger as a community. Whether you’re brand new to group classes or a regular in the room, this challenge is designed to keep you motivated, consistent, and having fun.
Challenge yourself to attendance at least 6 group exercise classes, and once you hit the goal aim for the top of the leaderboard. April is the perfect time to try new classes — from strength and conditioning to cardio and core.
This isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being consistent and enjoying the process. Every class you attend is a step toward building healthier habits and feeling your best!
Eligible workout types: Barre, Boot Camp, Exercise Class, Pilates, Tai Chi, Water Exercise
Spring into Fitness
Spring into action this April with our month-long Cardio Challenge! It’s time to shake off the winter slump, boost endurance, and get your heart pumping. Whether you love running, cycling, dancing, or brisk walks—every minute of movement counts.
Track your CARDIO workouts to achieve at least 3 x 30 minute cardio workouts a week or a total of 360 minutes for the month of April! READY, SET, GO!
Eligible workout types: Cardio/HIIT, Cycle/Bike, Exercise Class, Dancing, Rowing, Running, Treadmill, Walking, Zumba
Spring into Fitness
Strength isn’t just about lifting heavier — it’s about moving better, feeling stronger in everyday life, and building resilience both physically and mentally. Your goal: Show up, stay consistent, and give your best effort. Progress will follow.
Let’s make April the month you discover just how strong you can be with 3 days/week, 8-10 reps to fatigue/3 sets each. The weight should be heavy enough to fatigue last 2 reps.
Lower Body:
Squats (bodyweight or dumbbell)
Reverse lunges
Glute bridges
Upper Body Push:
Incline push-ups or wall push-ups
Dumbbell shoulder press
Upper Body Pull:
Dumbbell rows
Core:
Plank (15–30 seconds)
Dead bugs or bird dogs
How to find the challenges:
1. Open your YMCA360 Mobile App. Make sure you are on the "Home" screen.
2. Click the "My Challenges" tile on the screen.
3. Click "All" at the top of the screen and browse upcoming challenges.
4. Click on a challenge to see more info and rules.
4. Click "Join Challenge" for any option you'd like to participate in. When you do, you will see your challenge stats and the participant leaderboard.
5. Follow the steps under "Rules" to log your workout correctly.
6. Once you join a challenge, you will see that challenge listed under "My Challenges" moving forward.
Earn Y Rewards Points:
Every challenge completed or workout tracked earns you Y rewards points you can cash in for great prizes like water bottles, sport belts, totes, and MORE!
What else can you do with the YMCA360 Mobile App? Click the link below to learn more about schedules, check-in, and other uses.