All YMCA SOUTHCOAST branches are now enrolling for classes to begin in March, including the Diabetes Prevention Program.

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Facilitated by a trained lifestyle coach, the yearlong program provides a supportive environment where participants work together in a small group to learn about behavior changes that can improve overall health. The goal of the program is to help adults at risk for diabetes reduce their body weight by five to seven percent and increase their physical activity to 150 minutes per week.

The YMCA is accepting enrollment to the March program now. To learn more about YMCA SOUTHCOAST’s Diabetes Prevention Program, contact Dara Midwood at (508) 996-9622 x141 or dmidwood@ymcasouthcoast.org.

The Dartmouth YMCA is located at 276 Gulf Road.