Helen G. Nassif YMCA

Overview

• Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA operates multiple facilities focused on healthy living, youth development, and community programs, including wellness services like massage therapy at the Marion YMCA and Rec Center. While no dedicated saunas are mentioned, the emphasis is on spa-like recovery and relaxation services.
• Overall atmosphere promotes healing, stress relief, and physical/spiritual well-being through professional massage, camp retreats, and digital fitness programs, fostering a supportive, family-oriented environment aligned with YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Features & Amenities

• Massage therapy rooms at Marion YMCA and Rec Center for personalized sessions.
• Additional therapies: Massage cupping, scraping (gua sha), and taping services.
• Prenatal massage available for 2nd and 3rd trimesters.
• Camp Wapsie facilities: Outdoor retreat center with programming for leadership training (LIT), retreats, teambuilding, and adventure trips.
• Digital amenities: YMCA360 app offering 1,500+ on-demand videos, live streams, rewards, challenges, and workout tracking (free for members).
• Multi-branch access: Gyms, pools, fitness classes (schedules via app).
• Safety standards: Compliant with American Camp Association (ACA) and health department guidelines.

Services

• Massage Therapy by Vanessa Bunger, LMT (physical therapy assistant background, specializing in chronic pain/issues):
  • Benefits: Exercise recovery, stress reduction, injury/chronic pain relief, rehabilitation, relaxation, improved circulation, immunity, sleep, and mobility.
  • Sessions available Monday-Thursday; book via form or contact.
• Camp & Retreat Programs at Camp Wapsie:
  • Leadership in Training (LIT) for youth.
  • Retreats, outdoor environmental education, teambuilding, family events.
  • Adventure trips with outdoor skills, nature studies.
  • Summer camps, special days, earn-your-way programs.
• Digital Wellness: YMCA360 for group exercise, youth sports, wellbeing classes (app, web, smart TV).
• Employment Opportunities: Seasonal/full-time roles like LIT Director, Retreats Program Director, Adventure Trips Co-Director.

Pricing

• Massage Therapy Rates: Detailed in promotional graphics (buy bulk packages and save!).
  • Packages must be purchased online before scheduling.
  • Cancellation Policy: 24-hour notice required; no-shows/late cancels charged or deducted from package.
• No specific numerical pricing listed in text; contact for details.
• YMCA360: Free for members.
• Membership required for app access and programs (home branch selection needed).

Location & Hours

• Primary Wellness Location: Marion YMCA, 3740 Irish Drive, Marion, IA 52302.
  • Massage: Monday-Thursday (availability via Vanessa Bunger).
• Other Branches:
  • Helen G. Nassif YMCA: 207 7th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401.
  • Camp Wapsie: 2174 Wapsie Y Rd, Coggon, IA 52218 (retreats/camps; seasonal).
• Contact:
  • Massage inquiries: greif@crmetroymca.org or (319) 377-7361; bunger@crmetroymca.org.
  • Jobs/Programs: Various application links.
• Hours vary by branch/program; check YMCA360 app for pools, gyms, classes.

Notes

• What makes this special: Integrates professional massage with YMCA’s nonprofit mission for holistic health (physical/emotional/spiritual). Camp Wapsie stands out for outdoor retreats emphasizing leadership, safety, and ACA standards in a natural setting. No traditional saunas explicitly described, but massage services provide spa-like recovery. Bulk massage packages encourage regular wellness. Member-exclusive digital platform extends access beyond physical sites. Strong focus on staff qualifications (CPR/First Aid, leadership) ensures safe, high-quality experiences. Ideal for families, chronic pain sufferers, and outdoor enthusiasts.