Staying Active with the YMCA
We have a wide variety of classes from chair yoga to Zumba Gold available for our active older adults looking to stay fit! Check your family center schedule to see the days and times for group exercise classes at your YMCA.
Recommended Group Exercise Classes at the YMCA
Aqua Fit Shallow
This low-impact class is performed in shallow water and is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength. The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water dumbbells and flotation belts.
Aqua Zumba
A blend of specific Zumba® moves and body sculpting techniques using lightweight dumbbells, you’ll work against gravity or the floor to define your leg and abdominal muscles for an intense strength-training experience.
Basic Fitness
Introduction to fitness, this class includes a proper warm-up, corrective exercises, and flexibility, and stretching—all components necessary to begin an exercise routine.
BODYBALANCE™
This yoga-inspired workout is completed with calming yet powerful music, and allows you to build strength and flexibility through the use of your own body weight.
Meditation
Meditation is a practice by which a person achieves a greater sense of awareness, wisdom, and a deeper sense of relaxation. In this class, we will explore the various techniques of meditation, such as sitting, standing, and yoga.
Gentle Yoga
Appropriate for those who want a softer, nurturing, slow-paced, well-supported and relaxing Yoga practice.
Stretch
A total-body stretch class that’s great for relaxing, stretching, and lengthening tight muscles. Stretching is important for people of all ages. Benefits of stretching include increased range of motion, reduced muscle tension, enhanced muscular coordination, increased blood circulation, and higher energy levels.
Water Walking
Enjoy a new class each time you dive into the pool! Water Walking includes freestyle walking and movements to help keep your joints stable and increase stamina and core strength.
Yoga
Fundamental introduction to yoga. This class will focus on the most common yoga postures, breathing techniques, stretching, toning, and relaxation. Enjoy a few standing and balancing poses followed by floor stretches and guided relaxation.
Yogilates
Enjoy a method of exercise that integrates the core strengthening and alignment principles of Pilates with the practice of Hatha yoga.
Cycle
Take a ride indoors as an instructor guides the class on an all-terrain journey that will get your heart pumping and challenge you to give a little more. The focus is on proper cycle technique, body alignment, and cardio drills. Technology is also utilized to project metrics of your ride (RPM, speed, heart rate, etc.) onto televisions in the room and help you enhance your cycle experience and workout.
Latin Cardio
This class is a fusion of Latin music dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting fun and a great workout!
Muscle Conditioning
This strength and conditioning class includes aerobic, body-weight, and weight lifting exercises.
Pilates
A form of exercise that emphasizes the balanced development through core strength, flexibility, and awareness to support efficient, easy movement through Meditation, core, body, and flow of movements.
Sculpt & Stretch
This class combines the traditional body sculpting methods using free weights, resistance bands, and your own body. You’ll also stretch your entire body with learned breathing techniques.
Zumba
A blend of specific Zumba® moves and body sculpting techniques using lightweight dumbbells, you’ll work against gravity or the floor to define your leg and abdominal muscles for an intense strength-training experience.
At-home Workout Videos
Working out in the comfort of your own home is a great way to stay active and healthy. Watch the workout videos below to exercise in ways designed just for you!
Osteo-Pilates
MIND & BODY
Osteo-Pilates is a great, lower-risk workout for someone that may have lower bone density.
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Cardio Dance
Cardio
Enjoy a low-impact cardio dance class with fun choreography that’ll get your heart pumping!
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Recess Games
STRENGTH
Re-imagine your favorite childhood games as you work on range of movement and strength.
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Chair Yoga
MIND & BODY
This yoga class uses the chair for stability and support during seated and standing poses.
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Latin Dance Fitness
CARDIO
Try this high-energy class with fun music and simple moves for all skill levels!
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Fall Prevention
FULL BODY
Almost one in four older adults falls each year. These exercises can help reduce your risk.
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Upper Body Foam Rolling
RECOVERY
Go through an upper body sequence to release and relax your muscles.
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Lower Body Foam Rolling
RECOVERY
Work through a lower-body sequence designed to release your muscles and bring you relief.
Watch NowInsurance & Employer Partners
Our partnerships with these third-party programs mean that you could become a member at the Y at little to no cost for you should you be eligible through Medicare!
Stay Active with the Y
The Y has joined forces with a handful of Medicare partners so you can have access to a place to exercise and nourish your spirit, mind, and body.
Get started by filling out a quick form to request a tour and receive more info! Then you can come to a YMCA to check out the variety of amenities and activities we have to offer.
Commitment to Cleanliness
We all play an important role in healthy living!
Although so much has changed in our daily lives, the Y’s commitment to your well-being will always be our top priority. When you visit your local YMCA, you’ll see a variety of new safety procedures in alignment with the latest guidance from local health authorities and the CDC. Request a tour and see for yourself!