Older Adults - Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA

The YMCA Older Adults programs are designed to enrich the lives of people who are in their middle and older years by helping them develop skills to meet life's challenges. Older adults can stay active and healthy by participating in both physical and social activities. At the YMCA, older adults have a place to go to improve their fitness levels, explore new interests and make new friends!

Activities Include:

GoldQuest
Interactive Zone: An investment of $375,000 in new interactive equipment is sure to offer YMCA members an exhilarating, full-body workout while playing video games! More than just a computer that makes you sweat, the equipment offers something for everyone from simulated interaction training for athletes, to keeping youth and teens active and excited about fitness, to mental and physical coordination exercises for older adults and rehabilitation patients.
Group Exercise
Water Fitness
Field Trips
Adult Swim Lessons
Personal Training
Y-Change
Volunteering
Seminars
Open Gym
Potlucks
Lap Swim

The YMCA is committed to providing programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. If you and
your family need financial assistance in paying fees for YMCA programs or membership, just ask! Download
an Open Doors financial assistance application.

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Ballroom Dance - beginner
Days: Tues Time: 7:05 pm - 8:00 pm		Learn partner and individual Latin-American and smooth dance steps such as Foxtrot, Swing, Cha Cha, Waltz, Tango, etc. across the dance floor. A new dance is introduced at the beginning of each month, so plan on attending the first or second Tuesday of the month to familiarize yourself with the steps.

Ballroom Dance - intermediate
Days: Thurs Time: 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm		Learn partner and individual Latin-American and smooth dance steps such as Foxtrot, Swing, Cha Cha, Waltz, Tango, etc. across the dance floor.

Belly Dancing
Days: Wed Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am		Focus on your core muscles and balance while having fun!

Belly Dancing
Days: Fri Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm		Focus on your core muscles and balance while having fun!

Belly Dancing
Days: Wed Time: 8:15 pm - 9:00 pm		Focus on your core muscles and balance while having fun!

Body Design
Days: Wed Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am		Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing and other equipment. Class held in the gymnasium.

Body Design
Days: Fri Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am		Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing and other equipment. Class held in the gymnasium.

Body Design
Days: Mon Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am		Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing and other equipment. Class held in the gymnasium.

Body Design
Days: Tues Time: 5:20 pm - 6:15 pm		Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing and other equipment.

Body Design
Days: Thurs Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm		Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing and other equipment.

Cardio Circuit
Days: Mon, Wed Time: 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm		Alternate muscular strengthening exercises with cardiovascular activities. This class is geared toward the beginner exerciser.

Chair Exercise
Days: Tues, Thurs Time: 11:15 am - 11:50 am		Perfect for the active older adult, this class is primarily performed in a chair, although some standing exercises may be incorporated. Tubing and other equipment may be used to improve strength, flexibility and balance.

Community CPR
Days: Sat Time: 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm Dates: 11/15/08-11/15/08		Learn skills that could save a life! This course will certify you in American Heart Association Adult and Pediatric CPR and A.E.Defibrillator. Must be physically able to perform skills. Not recommended for children under 12 years of age. $50 Members $75 Potential Members Registration Required. Members: 10/1/08-11/12/08. Non-Members: 10/1/08-11/12/08. Register Online.

Intro to Yoga
Days: Sat Time: 8:00 am - 8:30 am		25-minute class covering the basics of yoga, including instructional movements to improve flexibility, relaxation and breathing techniques. Perfect for anyone who is just starting.

Orientation to Group Exercise
Days: Sat Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm		This introductory class will teach you the basics, such as what to wear, what to bring and how to monitor your heart rate. Come dressed to sample a variety of class options. Class offered the 1st Saturday of each month.

Stretch, Move & Bend
Days: Tues, Thurs Time: 11:55 am - 1:00 pm		Designed especially for active older adults and others who want to focus on increasing cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance and flexibility. Class includes low-impact movement performed at a lower intensity along with muscle conditioning and exercises for flexibility and balance.

Y Pilates
Days: Mon Time: 5:30 pm - 6:25 pm		Strengthen and lengthen core muscles. Breathing control and flexibility exercises are used to improve posture, body alignment and overall strength.

Y Pilates
Days: Tues Time: 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm		Strengthen and lengthen core muscles. Breathing control and flexibility exercises are used to improve posture, body alignment and overall strength.

Y Pilates
Days: Tues Time: 10:15 pm - 11:10 pm		Strengthen and lengthen core muscles. Breathing control and flexibility exercises are used to improve posture, body alignment and overall strength.

Y Pilates
Days: Thurs Time: 10:15 am - 11:10 am		Strengthen and lengthen core muscles. Breathing control and flexibility exercises are used to improve posture, body alignment and overall strength.

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