As a part of the Active Older Adults program, the YMCA offers a variety of exercise classes for men and women ages 50+. Seniors are encouraged to stay active with the YMCA through fitness classes that fit their individual health goals. Our AOA Fitness classes are available to help members that are looking for a specialized workout to improve overall well-being at a friendly pace. Members love YMCA Group Exercise classes for their adaptability, encouragement, and support for all skill levels – including members with physical limitations.
For a complete list of Group Exercise classes offered throughout the Association, please view our schedules page.
Pilates Mat will help you to develop your core strength while focusing on coordination, flexibility, and stability based movements. This workout is low impact and is ideal for members of all ages and abilities. Participants will develop their posture and body alignment, enhance balance, and help relieve stress.
What to Expect:
Increase flexibility and coordination.
Relax and reduce stress.
Breathe concentration.
Restore and tone muscles.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
All equipment will be provided.
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Pilates Reformer utilizes the Allegro Reformer machines to create an exercise experience that will shape and tone your body while creating lean muscle mass. You will work with an instructor to learn and perfect flexible movements that can be adjusted based on your performance level. This is a low impact workout that will strengthen your core with grace and concentration.
Fee Based Class:
Try Pilates Reformer! Your first class is free!
Each additional class is $8/ per 60 minute session.
What to Expect:
Increase flexibility and circulation.
Develop lean muscles.
Enhance your concentration.
Tailored performance level.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
All equipment will be provided.
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SilverSneakers Circuit increases cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength is built using hand weights, elastic tubing, and a exercise ball. A chair is offered for support to get head-to-toe stretching and complete relaxation in a comfortable position.
What to Expect:
Improve cardiovascular health.
Strength training.
Increase range of motion.
Motivating exercise group.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
Supportive workout shoes.
All equipment will be provided.
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SilverSneakers Classic utilizes hand weights, elastic tubing, and exercise balls to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.
What to Expect:
Increase muscular strength.
Increase range of movement.
Stay active and motivated.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
Supportive workout shoes.
All equipment will be provided.
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Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform exercises. A final relaxation period will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.
What to Expect:
Increased flexibility and range of motion.
Reduced stress.
Improved mental clarity.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
All equipment will be provided.
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Stretch & Tone is a low impact, low intensity workout that will tone your muscles, increase your range of motion and flexibility, and help you to relieve stress. Through a series of stretching and toning exercises, participants will develop breathing techniques to compliment this resistance training workout.
What to Expect:
Increase range of motion and flexibility.
Muscle strength and toning.
Low impact, low intensity workout.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
All equipment will be provided.
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Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise system that includes methods of sequenced movements derived from martial arts with graceful and smooth transitions to achieve a state of relaxation of body and mind.
What to Expect:
Improve general health.
Relieve stress.
Improve balance and concentration.
Increase mind/body awareness.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow flexibility and movement.
No shoes necessary. Non-slip socks are recommended but not required.
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Zumba Gold is a mixture of salsa cardio and hip-hop dance that will get you moving to the music! Zumba Gold has tailored the moves and traditional fast-pace of Zumba to meet the needs of members looking to enjoy the workout at a beginner level. The modified moves and pace are easy and fun to learn. Meet new friends and enjoy your workout with Zumba Gold!
What to Expect:
Learn fun dance movements.
Receive a total body workout.
Burn calories.
Feel encouraged and motivated.
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing that will allow movement.
Supportive workout shoes.