

To Register Contact:
Tracey Burns
Director of Healthy Lifestyles
Email: tburns@ymcadallas.org
Upcoming Classes- Call us for the latest information on times and locations. We offer in-person and blended formats (the online office visits and Nutrition Seminars are delivered through a HIPAA compliant virtual platform- Microsoft TEAMs). A call-in number is also available.
One in three American adults has high blood pressure, which puts them at risk for stroke and heart disease, two of the leading causes of death in the U.S. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 80 million adults have high blood pressure in this country. Less than half have it under control.
In response to this critical health issue, YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program offers personalized support as participants develop the habit of monitoring their blood pressure. Research shows that the process of recording blood pressure at least twice a month over a period of four months can lower blood pressure in many people with high blood pressure.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Y designed the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program to help adults with hypertension lower and manage their blood pressure. The four-month program focuses on regulated home self-monitoring of one’s blood pressure using proper measuring techniques, individualized support and nutrition education for better blood pressure management. With the support from a trained Healthy Heart Ambassador, participants:
• Measure and record their blood pressure at least two times per month
• Attend two personalized consultations per month
• Attend monthly Nutrition Education Seminars
GOALS
• Reduction in blood pressure
• Better blood pressure management
• Increased awareness of triggers that elevate blood pressure
• Enhanced knowledge to develop healthier eating habits
WHO QUALIFIES?
• Be diagnosed with high blood pressure
• Not have experienced a recent cardiac event
• Not have atrial fibrillation or other arrhythmias
• Not be at risk for lymphedema
"I feel that this program has helped so many to realize how important having a normal blood pressure is. As a result of my participation in the program, I am making better eating choices and I have lowered my blood pressure drastically. I've been told I may be able to come off my medications as soon as within six weeks if this type of progress continues."
-Participant, Birmingham Metropolitan YMCA
Keep your doctor in the Loop!
Participation in Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program will result in tremendous health benefits. Please keep your doctor updated regularly about your participation, blood pressure values and any changes you experience to your health.
The YMCA OF METROPOLITAN DALLAS serves Dallas, Collin, Rockwall, Southern Denton, Ellis, Kaufman, and Cooke counties. Programs can be held at job sites, recreation centers, churches, YMCA branches or anywhere else that a need exists in the communities we serve. New classes are offered based on interest so please call to find out about classes starting near you.
Moorland Oak Cliff YMCA - 12:00PM
6701 S Hampton Rd, Dallas, TX 75232
March 29th
April 26th
May 31st
Mustang Park/Cimarron Rec (Irving) - 12:00PM
2223 Kinwest Pkwy, Irving, TX 75063
March 24th
April 21st
May 19th
June 16th
Coppell Family YMCA - 7:00PM
146 Town Center Blvd, Coppell, TX 75019
March 28th
April 25th
May 30th
June 27th
Heritage Senior Center - 12:30pm
200 S Jefferson St, Irving, TX 75060
April 15th
May 13th
June 3rd
June 24th
Wesley Rankin Community Center - 12pm
3100 Crossman Ave, Dallas, TX 75212
March 25th
April 29TH
May 27th
June 24th
Park South Family YMCA - 10am
2500 Romaine Avenue, Dallas, TX 75215
April 27th
May 27th
June 24th
July 29th
Cross Timbers YMCA - 8am
2021 Cross Timbers Road, Flower Mound, TX 75028
May 2nd
June 6th
July 11th
August 1st
Singing Hills Recreation Center - 12:30PM
6805 Patrol Way, Dallas, TX 75241
June 1st
July 6th
August 3rd
September 7th
Jubilee Park at White Rock Family YMCA - 10AM
7112 Gaston Avenue, Dallas, TX 75214
June 29th
July 27th
August 31st
September 28th
Methodist Charlton Medical Center - 11AM
3500 W Wheatland Rd, Dallas, TX 75237
June 29th
July 27th
August 24th
September 28th