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Fitness Classes • Body Composition • Personal Training • Safe Start
Massage Therapy • Physical Therapy • Tai Chi • Wellness Center Orientation
FITNESS CLASSES
Registration is not required for our Fitness Classes. There are also a variety of aquatic fitness classes described on our Aquatics page. Classes are on-going and included with membership.
Advanced Yoga
This class is intended for participants that have prior experience in Basic Yoga and are ready for more advanced postures with less hand-on guidance.
All About Abs
This class focuses exclusively on the whole abdominal area. You will incorporate several different pieces of equipment along with your own body weight to deliver a very effective core workout. Experience an engaged ab like never before.All About Babies
This class has been postponned due to the instructor having her baby and will begin again in the fall.
AOA (Active Older Adult) Forever Fit
This class, usually offered at the Senior Center, will take place at the YMCA this summe. It will be part of the Silver Sneakers® Muscular Strength & Range of Movement class. It is open to everyone in the community; YMCA or SilverSneakers® membership is not necessary. For those without a membership a punch card system will be used and they are available at the YMCA. A 16-use punch card costs $30.00
Body Blast
This is a strength training class designed to give a full body workout. Enjoy lifting weights with music and an instructor for motivation. Instructors will also give specific instruction on proper weight lifting form and intensity levels. This class will benefit women and men of all skills. The instructors will utilize a variety of equipment.Basic Yoga
This class is an introduction to yoga with an emphasis on learning the basic postures in a slow and controlled environment. This class works on form and technique and is great for relaxation and meditation.Cardio Circuit
This workout is designed to increase your endurance and strength by alternating cardiovascular exercises and strength training. Bosu Balls, medicine balls, body bars, dumbbells, resistance bands and more will be used.Cardio Kickboxing
An energizing cardio power workout. Cardio boxing includes basic moves, punches, jabs, upper cust, hooks, and a variety of kicks. This class is known to get individuals healthy, fit, and will relieve stress too.Cycling
A fun, intense, 40 minute studio cycle class. Interval workout aimed to improve cardio endurance, burn fat and increase strength. All levels are welcome. Class size is limited. Cycling passes may be obtained 45 minutes before the class by calling the YMCA or stopping by the Customer Service Counter.Cycle Circuit
This is a studio cycling class with a twist. . . alternatinb intervals of cardio work on the bike with strength training off of it. Staying on the bike for the class is an option for those who do not wish to do the strength training portions.
Instructor's Choice
Every Saturday at 9:15 am an instructor will offer their favorite class. The schedule for November will be: November 1st- Cycling Circuit, November 8th - Zumba, November 15 - Jamlates, November 22nd - Cardio Intervals, November 29th - Extended Cycling (8:25-9:45 am)
Pilates
Pilates is designed to promote a balanced musculo-skeletal system, resulting in core strength, flexbility, good posture, and improved body awareness. Concentration and quality and precision of movement are emphasized. This requires attention to breath, head and neck alignments, scapula movement, rib cage and pelvic movement.Power Yoga
A challenging and rigorous form of yoga characterized by a series of poses practiced in continual and rapid succession.SilverSneakers - Muscle Strength & Range of Movement
Have fun and move to the movement through a vareity 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 vall are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.
SilverSneakers - Cardio Circuit
Combine fun and fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work using hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, head totoe stretching, and complete relaxation in a comfortable position.
Step
Get an excellent workout with fun choreography using a step. Class will include warm-up, cariovascular workout, strength training, and a cool-down.Step-N-Sculpt
A high intensity step class designed to challenge your body and mind with basic high energy choreography. Stay after your cardiovascular work to join in the great muscle sculpting routine that will tone and shpe your entire body. Feel free to attend the step or sculpting portion separately if you can't make the full hour and a half.Will Power and Strength
A dynamic mosiac of the fitness industry's most popular group exercise workouts. Pilates meets boot camp! Experience barefoot training fuzzed with cardio, pliometrics, old school calistenics, and functional training techniques.Yoga Stretch
This class will concentrate on breathing and posture awareness.ZUMBA
This newest addition to our fitness schedule is a Latin insipred "dance-fitness" class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements, creating a dynamic , exciting and effective cardio workout.
This body fat analysis is designed to assess your body composition. This measurement compares lean muscle mass to body fat. Over a 6 month period we can assess your body composition and analyze what parts of your body are improving lean muscle and what your specific body type needs to decrease body fat. This is a one-on-one appointment with a personal trainer that takes less than 10 minutes. Appointments are made on an individual basis and can be done by contacting Stephen McKenzie or JeriLyn Coplan. Cost: $20 per analysis
Are you interested in improving your fitness level? By working with a YMCA Personal Trainer, we will design a workout that is perfect for you. Then, your Trainer will meet with you each time (if you wish) to exercise and provide encouragement and motivation. Adjustments will be made to your program as you make progress. Our Trainers are certified and offer flexible schedules. Contact JeriLyn Coplan for information and/or an appointment.
Cost: $52 per person, $40 for YMCA members (Discount packages are available)
The Safe Start Personal Fitness Program is a fitness concept that is designed for those who consider themselves inactive. It is a 12 week, 2 phase program that will help participants become a regular exerciser. You will meet one-on-one with a personal trainer to identify barriers to change and to develop strategies to overcome them. The program includes cariovascular and strength components that are introduced in a step by step manner. The focus of Safe Start is on helping you develop skills and motivation you need to become the exerciser you want to be. Registration and payment is required. Call Stephen McKenzie to make an appointment.
Cost: $150 per person, $25 for YMCA members.
Massage Therapy is offered at the YMCA by appointment only. To make an appointment with Janice L. Peters call (507) 302-9145. To make an appointment with Conrad Christianson call (651) 380-4061. Rates: 1 1/2 hours - $70,
1 hour - $45, 45 minutes - $37.50, 30 minutes - $30, 15 minutes - $15
Fairview Red Wing Health Services operate a Physical Therapy Satellite Clinic within the Wellness Center of the YMCA. The staff are experts in evaluation, treatment and rehab of athletic and recreational injuries. Appointments are available by calling 651-267-5450. Patients do not have to be YMCA members to receive physical therapy services.
Students will learn a short form of Tai Chi in this class. It's a form that will enable students to maintain and improve upon their physical and mental health. Tai Chi will meet on Friday evenings from 6:00-6:45 pm. Registration and payment are required. The next session of Tai Chi will be held September 5th-December 19th.
Cost: $40 per person, $20 for YMCA members
Interested in finding out more about how the equipment works in the Wellness Center? The YMCA offers free orientations for members. Trained YMCA staff members will teach you how to safely and correctly use all of the cardiovascular machines and/or the Cybex Strength Training equipment. Wellness Center Orientations are available to members age 18 and older. Appointments may be made by contacting Stephen McKenzie.
Fitness Classes • Body Composition • Personal Training • Safe Start
Massage Therapy • Physical Therapy • Tai Chi• Wellness Center Orientation