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The
YMCA offers many different group fitness classes for you to enjoy.
Whether you are interested in a cardio workout;
strength training; improving your mind, body,
and spirit; or want to try one of our
specialty classes, we have the perfect class for you.
Once
you find a class that looks like fun, check out our
schedule for times
and instructor listings.
Cardio Workouts:
Y Dance:
This class is for the
dancer at heart! The dance segment is made up of various
choreographed dances set to specific music. This unique dance class
offers a variety of dance steps that keep you moving around the
dance floor.

Step:
This is a cardiovascular class
that uses the step as a platform that you step up and down on with
various patterns. You will move over and around the step with a
variety of patterns set to motivating music. There is a strength
training portion included with this class.
Step Interval: Step
exercises mixed with strength training exercises. The instructor
will lead you through step combos alternated with strength
exercises.
Total
Workout:
The full plate combo – an easy to
follow class that may include the following forms of movement;
simple step combos, hi/low combos, and muscle sculpting. This class
will get you moving in
all directions
– great workout for those
who like variety in movement.
Salsa Workout:
This is a 30 minute class. The
instructor teaches salsa dance steps. In the process of learning the
steps the participant can burn some calories, have fun and learn to
dance! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Strength Training Workouts
Building Strength:
A one-hour class for
those just starting out, seniors, and individuals who want to learn
more about strength training. The class will focus on strengthening
muscles, increasing flexibility, posture and balance. The
instructors emphasize functional exercises that will enhance the
quality of everyday activities. The class can be performed from a
seated position. The instructor offers modifications to suit the
needs of the participant.
Mind,
Body, and Spirit Workouts:
Pilates/Core:
One hour class
focusing on strengthening and lengthening the abdominal, hip, back,
and buttock muscles (your power house). This mat based class
includes many exercises inspired by Joseph Pilates. Individual
is encouraged to work at his/her own level.
Pilates/Ball:
This class is a
combination of mat exercises combined with the use of the ball.
Yoga:
Hatha Yoga promotes flexibility, improves strength and endurance,
cultivates balance and increases body awareness. The class is taught
in a noncompetitive environment. Participants will gain awareness to
their breathing and take movements to their personal limits. For all
levels.
Power Yoga:
This is a step up from Yoga.
Previous experience with basic yoga postures and names of exercises
is highly recommended. The class is not recommended for individuals
that have no yoga experience.
Gentle
Yoga: A gentle approach to
increase your flexibility, strength, and balance. Focus will be on
improving body awareness, breathing and stress reduction. The
instructor shows a variety of options throughout the class. The use
of props will be available to aid in the exercises.
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