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Family

Birthday Parties
Looking for something different for your child’s next birthday party? Have a “Y” Birthday Party!

Aquatics

Y Water Fitness
A great way to exercise no matter what fitness level (from the very fit to the frail individual). Variety of classes targeting cardio respiratory fitness, muscular strength/endurance and flexibility. Check the pool schedule for class listings and water depths (shallow and/or deep water).

Health & Well-Being

Orientation To The Fitness Equipment and Available Programs
YMCA staff will demonstrate proper use of the cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, orientate you to the free weight room and/or group exercise classes.
 

Ready 2 Be Fit Program
MEMBER ONLY benefit offered FREE with your YMCA membership. One size does not fit all! Individualized fitness training is just one component of this holistic program. We include spirit, mind and body components in the program and it is designed for the beginner exerciser. Our team of Wellness Coaches are all certified as YMCA of the USA Personal Training Instructors.

Group Fitness Classes
There is something for every “body” at the YMCA. From cardio to resistance training to mind/body classes are available to meet every interest and level: Water Fitness, Yoga, Strength & Tone Classes, Y Pump, Step, Low Impact,  Silver Sneakers, and Cycling. Schedule available at the front desk of your YMCA.

Polar BodyAge Fitness Assessments
A fitness assessment that compares your chronological age to your BodyAge. It will tell you where you are today and your obtainable BodyAge. Your YMCA trainer will work with you to develop a program to build a healthier your. YMCA Members Only.

Y Pump
Warning- Y Pump is an exercise routine that gets results-fast.  Up to 600 calories an hour fast. It’s one full hour of cold steel and hot music.  Y Pump is for your body, anybody and everybody who hasn’t got time to wait for results.

Boot Camp
An intense military style workout. 60 minutes of grueling instruction on abdominal and calisthenics work.  Plus stair runs, “dock” runs, track running with sprints and intervals of pull ups and dips.  Class ends with strength training focused on the upper body.

Group Cycling
An indoor group cycling class with spirited instruction and music!  Designed for all fitness levels.  Reach your goals and enjoy the ride with a group while working at your own pace and intensity level.  A challenge for the body-a ride for the mind!

Community Development

CPR And First Aid Certification Classes
The American Safety and Health Institute CPR and first aid certification classes are available to individuals who have never been certified or whose certification has expired.

Youth

Youth Fitness Orientation
Designed for ages 11-14 years. Under the supervision of trained instructors, the course concentrates on flexibility, cardiovascular and strength. Proper form, full range of motion and appropriate resistance and repetitions are emphasized. Get a healthy, early start to fitness and reinforce a lifetime pattern to exercise. After the orientation, youth are given a card to participate with their family and utilize the fitness equipment. A graphical summary of their current fitness level will also be given.

Swim Lessons
These classes are participant centered and use problem solving and guided discovery teaching approach. Each program is divided into five components: personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water sports, games and rescue.

Y-SPLASH, free basic swimming and water saftey class for children 6-12 years old.  Download information here.

YOUTH
builds a good foundation of basic aquatic skills to develop a lifelong appreciation for aquatic activities. Developmentally appropriate activities to ensure the student’s safety, enhance the student’s enjoyment and provide consistent progressive success for the child. Ages 6 to 12 years.

TEEN
Offered for the beginner through advanced levels using YMCA of USA’s five basic components of swim lessons. Ages 13-15 years.

Older Adults

Older Adult Fitness
A variety of programs designed specifically for the older adult. Includes cardio-respiratory fitness walking with exercise. Increase strength, flexibility, balance and joint mobility. See the front desk of your YMCA for current schedule.

Classes and Activities
Stop by the front desk of your local branch to check for availability and scheduled times.

• Older Adult Water Fitness
• Silver Sneakers
• Muscular Strength & Endurance

Senior Coffee Hour
Come and enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation with your fellow YMCA members.

The Silver Sneaker Fitness Program
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are offered for resistance and a chair is used for seated and /or standing support.

Adult Leagues

Co-Ed Volleyball
An exciting and competitive co-ed league that will give your team a challenge! Develop your volleyball skills and meet new people. Recreational and Power Leagues are available for individuals or teams. This program is offered three times a year. Regular season plus playoffs for top teams.