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Group Exercise

Group exercise classes are a great way to stay active and motivated. And the best part? Group fitness classes are included in your YMCA membership at no additional cost. It’s just one of the many benefits of being a member. 

Reservations are required for group exercise classes. Trying different types of classes as well as various instructors are the perfect ways to find the ones that make you want to get moving and come back for more. Group workouts provide camaraderie and accountability like no other.

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Classes Offered

  • Pickleball
  • Mind & Body classes like Yoga, Pilates, and Barre
  • Cardio/HIIT
  • LES MILLS™ 
  • Water Exercise 
  • Dance and Zumba® 
  • Chair Yoga and Active Older Adult classes 
  • YMCA360 Virtual & On-Demand Classes
  • Strength & Conditioning 
  • Kids Fitness
  • Cycling 
  • Line Dancing 
  • Open Gym
  • Lap Swimming
  • TRX® Full-Body Suspension Training 

Get Fit

Get and stay healthy with YMCA classes that welcome all ages and fitness levels. Why tackle it alone when you can receive much needed inspiration and motivation from classmates? Studies show you’ll push yourself harder when tasked with exercising with others who are working hard and more effort equals bigger results! Let’s Go!

Get Healthy

Want to kick your workouts up a notch? Exercise with others! Meeting up with friends to take a group class helps with consistency because they involve a commitment. Positive peer pressure can help you avoid skipping a workout or exercise session. Grab a buddy, pick a class and get moving!

Connect with Others

Exercising with someone you don’t know well provides an opportunity to build a new friendship. You’ll be starting with a shared interest which can make it easier to chat about other things. Joining an exercise class can be a great way to meet people, get to know them better, and make new friends.

Exercise can lead to a healthy spirit, mind and body.

Want to feel better and have more energy? The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore: 

Healthy Spirit 

  • Engaging in a vigorous physical workout can help you blow off steam and gain a more positive outlook on life. 
  • Exercising, whether on your own or with a group, can provide a sense of belonging and community that can help you stay connected to your goals 

Healthy Mind 

  • Physical activity increases the flow of oxygen to your brain. 
  • Exercise releases endorphins, the “feel-good” chemicals, in your brain and those who exercise regularly tend to enjoy a higher level of mental agility and decreased stress. 

Healthy Body 

  • Increased cardiovascular and respiratory health 
  • Increased muscle strength and flexibility  
  • Exercise stimulates the immune system to help you naturally fight off minor viral illnesses

Community

Did you join the YMCA to be a part of a community? If so, attending a Group Exercise class is the perfect place to start! We have a large variety of classes to ensure there is something for everyone, no matter age, background or ability. Classes are a great place to meet new friends that turn into great accountability partners.

Motivation

Our Group Exercise classes are fun and engaging! Sometimes you forget you’re even working out with all of the great energy and music in the studio. If you have a day that you’re not motivated to come to the gym, try signing up for one of our group exercise classes. Our certified instructors are sure to motivate you through your workout!

Structure

Attending a Group Exercise class on a regular basis creates structure in your workout routine. Our reservation system allows you to schedule yourself for a class up to 3 days in advance and add it to your personal calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit our website and select “Schedules” on the menu bar. Select your YMCA location and the in the “location” filter options.  You can also download our YMCA App for iOS or Android. To view Group Exercise classes, select Schedules at the bottom and Register for the class.

When you find a class you’d like to take, click “Sign Up”.  Please register for all classes and cancel your registration if you are unable to attend. If you do not cancel your registration you will be tagged as a no-show. If you have 5 no-shows in 14 days, you will be blocked from registering for 7 days. We are happy to help you with registrations and cancellations if you are new to the process.

Any Youth 13 and older.  Youth ages 10 to 14 meet with a personal trainer to learn important healthy lifestyle skills and review facility rules and guidelines for safety in the fitness center. Classes include education on age-appropriate equipment, nutrition, and how to develop a fitness routine. Upon completion of the class, participants ages 10 to 12 are allowed to use the cardio and strength equipment within arm’s reach of a parent and 13-14 without a parent on the fitness floor.

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Yes, group exercise classes are included as a member benefit. 

Our instructors often provide options for movement in a class, so if it is too difficult you can adjust to make it more comfortable for yourself. If it is still too difficult, please feel comfortable to do as much as you can before leaving the class. You tried and did your best, which is what matters. Also, check our group exercise schedule for a different level for the class. We often offer multiple levels for classes, so you can attend a class that meets your skill level. Feel free to come back and try again! 

Yes, you should try to introduce yourself to the instructor. Share your skill level and any information he/she may need to know about you so they can provide appropriate options and modifications to keep you safe and provide the best experience possible. The more they know about your goals and expectations, the better equipped they will be to help make you successful in their class and also recommend others you may enjoy. Instructors love to meet and guide new students!