A Place to Belong, Thrive & Live Well at Every Age
At The Landing, we re-imagine aging as a time for connection, movement, and growth. Whether you’re looking for friendship, wellness activities, travel adventures, or lifelong learning, The Landing offers a welcoming space and a full calendar of engaging programs designed especially for adults 55+.
All of our 55+ programs are part of the YMCA’s ForeverWell initiative — a holistic approach to healthy aging that supports physical wellness, social connection, and lifelong learning. Through ForeverWell, members can participate in specialized fitness classes, enrichment opportunities, social gatherings, and educational workshops designed to help you stay active, engaged, and thriving at every stage of life.
ForeverWell at The Landing includes:
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Specialized fitness and movement classes
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Social groups and clubs
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Educational workshops and lifelong learning
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Creative arts and hobby programs
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Travel and adventure opportunities
Membership Options
The Landing offers membership options for adults 55+ that include access to:
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Social activities and lifelong learning programs
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ForeverWell classes and wellness offerings
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Community events and special interest groups
The Landing Social Membership is a great way to stay connected, healthy, and inspired all year long.
The Landing Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Landing is located inside of The Woodson YMCA
707 N. 3rd Street, Wausau WI 54403
Questions? Please Call: 715-841-1855
Membership Questions?
Please Contact: Lynn Wilkowski
Finance & Membership Controller
Email
Interested in learning more about The Landing?
Explore the videos below to discover the stories of our incredible Members and dedicated staff!
Programs
Ignite new fires for life with ForeverWell programs and events
Stay connected with your 55+ community. The Landing offers a variety of in-person and virtual senior center social activities - including senior art, dance and fitness classes - to fit your schedule, so you can live happier and healthier all year.
Connect and thrive with your vibrant 55+ community at The Landing. Experience a diverse range of engaging activities,from art and dance to fitness classes, we offer a variety of options tailored to your schedule.
Embrace a happier and healthier lifestyle all year round.
Meals
Wednesday Lunches at The Landing
The Landing serves a delicious lunch every Wednesday. Pre-order your lunch the Monday before.
Soup-to-Go at The Landing
During the winter months we offer soup-to-go with homemade bread every other week.
Holidays at The Landing
Holiday meals at Thanksgiving and Christmas have been a tradition at The Landing, your home away from home.
Visit Member Services to sign up!
Connections
Our members often express how crucial moments of connection, whether through programming, exercise, or shared holiday meals, serve as lifelines.
Explore a diverse array of classes designed to cater to various interests. From expert fishing tips and religious/spiritual exploration to retirement planning and learning new crafts, sports, or hobbies, we provide a rich selection of options.
Join our vibrant book club or one of our card clubs, including Bridge, Cribbage and Sheephead. Engage in game clubs like Mahjong and Train Game, with new additions each month to keep the options fresh and exciting.
Movement
Ensuring independence for our ForeverWell community is a top priority, and we understand the significance of staying active through exercise classes, movement & balance sessions, and engaging activities like pickleball. Our Y offers a diverse range of classes every day to cater to various preferences.
Additionally, we provide live streams of our exercise classes directly to our members' homes. This way, they can maintain their mobility, stay connected, and enjoy the familiarity of friendly faces, all from the comfort of their own space.
We invite you to come in for a tour of The Landing during our open hours.
Wausau Branch
North Wellness Center 55+
The North Wellness Center is specifically designed for our 55+ Members and Members recovering from injury.
Welcome to our premier North Wellness Center, specifically designed to cater to the vibrant community of individuals aged 55 and over.
Our state-of-the-art equipment is specifically selected for its ease of use and effectiveness for mature bodies, ensuring a comfortable and empowering workout experience. At our Wellness Center, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment that champions your health and happiness at every age, fostering a community where you can thrive in every aspect of wellness.
Matrix is one of the most trusted and recognized brands in the industry. You’ll discover an exercise experience that sets a new standard for what a workout can be.
- Treadmills
- Upright Bikes
- Ellipticals
- Recumbent Bikes
- Hybrid Bikes
- Row Machines
- Weight Training Consoles
FREE Wellness Center Orientation for Adults 55+
Take a tour around our 55+ Wellness Center
Our staff will help you to get familiar with our cardio quipment and cable weight machines.
Location:
Wausau Branch
707 N. 3rd St. Wausau, WI 54403
Located on the Second Floor, North - near the Program Gym
Travel with The Landing
Whether your idea of travel is to head up north for the weekend, or to cross the globe for a week or two, we create opportunities to see the world with friends from The Landing.
Our trips take us to ball games, to live theater performances, and to lesser known sights across the state, as well as to other parts of the country and the world with guided group tours.
Julie Streufert
Executive Director The Landing
Julie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. She worked in Long Term Care, providing service coordination for children with disabilities and the aging population. Julie is a native of Wausau and has a strong desire to support the aging population to find meaning, purpose, and connection.
Contact Julie Streufert
Email Here or
Call 715-841-1855
If you want to receive information about upcoming programs please send an email and let me know!