Active Older Adults (AOA)

The YMCA is an ally for adults seeking a healthier lifestyle through increased physical activity, unique educational opportunities and enriching social engagement.

 

AOA Aerobics

A kinder, gentler aerobic workout appropriate for older adults, beginning exercise participants and pre/post-natal women who would like to include a low-intensity, low-impact workout in their fitness plans. Each class includes an aerobic conditioning and stretching segment.

AOA Interval Training

A more intense workout class combining hi/lo aerobic, step training and exercises with hand weights.

AOA Chair Exercise

A combination of aerobic activity, strength building and stretching helps you get fit while you sit. Suitable for all ages and levels.

PACE

People with Arthritis Can Exercise is the ideal beginning exercise class for individuals with arthritis.

Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi

A form of meditative exercise using purposeful, slow movements for relaxation, health and self defense, specifically designed for individuals with arthritis.

SilverSneakers®

A variety of exercises set to music as a fun way 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.

Cardio Circuit

A combination of fun with fitness to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, stretching and relaxation exercises.

YogaStretch

A complete series of seated and standing yoga poses designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

SilverSplash®

A fun variety of shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming ability is required and a special SilverSneakers® kickboard is used to develop strength, balance and coordination.