Health & Wellness

YMCAs are collectively the largest provider and promoter of health and wellness programs, active in more than 10,000 communities across the country. Locally, the YMCA of South Hampton Roads has been voted the leader in this field. This can be attributed to the YMCA's continued commitment to offering high quality, cutting-edge programs, instruction and equipment.

  • FitQuest: This 12-week personalized fitness program, included in YMCA membership, is designed to meet your specific fitness needs. Our trained FitQuest Coaches will teach, guide, motivate and give you the personal attention you need to successfully reach your goals. Sign up for FitQuest at the Member Services desk.
  • Y-Change: A new 6-week program designed to help you meet your personal fitness goals. We'll help you embrace a lifestyle of good habits, regular exercise and the joyfulness of fellowship offered by our programs.
  • Personal Training: Personal Trainers can make the difference in your fitness program. They educate you about proper form and technique to make your workout safe and effective. Your trainer will design an individualized program to meet your specific needs and work with you during each workout. YMCA trainers are knowledgeable about exercise science and work with people of all ages and fitness levels to help them accomplish their short and long term fitness goals.
    Fees
    3 sessions $100
    6 sessions $180
    12 sessions $325

    Initial consultation provided at no charge. Sessions are 50-60 minutes in length and are scheduled at the convenience of the member and trainer.
  • Group Exercise
  • Water Exercise
  • Starter Classes: Whether you’re just getting started or just trying to get back in shape again, our Starter Classes will help ease your transition into a healthy fitness routine! Research shows that people who go from a sedentary lifestyle to one which includes moderate amounts of physical activity receive the most health benefits from exercise. It’s important to start out slowly if you’ve been inactive for a long period of time, and our new 20-, 30- and 45-minute starter clases provide you a great way to get started without feeling overwhelmed.
  • Interactive Zone: Enjoy an exhilarating, full-body workout while playing video games! Cateye gamebikes, Kilowatt stations, Cybex Trazers and the SportWall offer 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.
  • S.P.A.R.K.: Building strong bodies is part of the YMCA’s history. Strong bodies live longer! Strong bodies have organs that are healthy and work better! The YMCA offers S.P.A.R.K. (Sports, Play and Active Recreation for Kids), a fun program addition dedicated to improving the quantity and quality of physical activity for children, to help counter our nation’s growing epidemic of childhood obesity.
  • Group Cycling
  • Pilates/Yoga
  • Martial Arts Classes
  • Health education seminars and classes
  • Dance Classes
  • Massage Therapy
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.
Programs List ( Search )

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Abs & More (11:05am, Mondays)
Days: Mon
Time: 11:05 am - 11:30 am
  Focus on strengthening the core muscles which include the abdominals and lower back. Additional exercises that incorporate the upper and lower back may be included. Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.

Note: This class is held in the Group Exercise Studio.
Abs & More (5:30pm, Mon-Wed)
Days: Mon, Tues, Wed
Time: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  Focus on strengthening the core muscles which include the abdominals and lower back. Additional exercises that incorporate the upper and lower back may be included. Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.

Note: This class is held in the Spirit/Mind/Body Studio on Mondays and Wednesdays. It is held in the Group Exercise Studio on Tuesdays.
Abs & More (6:50 pm, Thursdays)
Days: Thurs
Time: 6:50 pm - 7:10 pm
  Abs and More focuses on strengthening the core muscles which include the abdominals and lower back. Additional exercises that incorporate the upper and lower back may be included. Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.

Note: This class is held in the Group Exercise Studio.
Abs & More (8:30am, Mon-Sat)
Days: Weekdays, Sat
Time: 8:30 am - 9:00 am
  Abs and More focuses on strengthening the core muscles which include the abdominals and lower back. Additional exercises that incorporate the upper and lower back may be included. Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.

Note: This class is held in the Spirit/Mind/Body Studio on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. It is held in the Group Exercise Studio on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Adapted Aquatics
Days: Mon, Wed, Fri
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  This 1-hour class, held in the indoor pool, is appropriate for those who suffer from arthritis, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis or are recovering from a joint injury or surgery. The main goals are to strengthen muscles, improve joint flexibility and range of motion.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.
Aqua 50/50 (AM)
Days: Fri
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  This 60-minute class focuses on strength training using a variety of resistance equipment in the shallow end of the pool to strengthen and tone all muscle groups as well as cardio exercises in the deep end.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

Classes are held in our indoor pool at 9:00 a.m. on the 2nd & 4th Fridays each month. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent or supervising guardian)
Aqua 50/50 (PM)
Days: Tues
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  This 60-minute class focuses on strength training using a variety of resistance equipment in the shallow end of the pool to strengthen and tone all muscle groups as well as cardio exercises in the deep end.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

Classes are held in our indoor pool on Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent or supervising guardian)
Aqua Aerobics (AM)
Days: Wed, Thurs
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  With minimal impact on the joints, this class is designed for all fitness levels. The instructor will incorporate various cardiovascular training techniques and may use a variety of resistive equipment.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

Classes are held in our indoor pool at 9:00 a.m. on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays each month, and every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent or supervising guardian)
Aqua Aerobics (PM)
Days: Thurs
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  With minimal impact on the joints, this class is designed for all fitness levels. The instructor will incorporate various cardiovascular training techniques and may use a variety of resistive equipment.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

Classes are held on Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in our indoor pool. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent or supervising guardian)
Aqua Blast
Days: Tues
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  This 1-hour class incorporates aqua aerobics for those participants who want more intensity! Instructor may work out in deep or shallow water using suspended or power moves. This class is designed for those wanting a challenge but is appropriate for all fitness levels.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

This class is offered in our indoor pool every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent or supervising guardian.)
Aqua Tai Chi
Days: Tues, Thurs
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  This 1-hour class incorporates instruction and performance of specific moves and conditioning exercises geared to improve one's ability to breathe, focus the mind, improve strength, flexibility, balance and coordination during movement.

Aqua Tai Chi is a combination of the principles of water fitness and the graceful flowing movements of Tai Chi. Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

Please note: This class is a "community" group class and may be led by a volunteer or instructor. Youth age 8-12 may attend this class with a parent.
Aqua Volleyball
Days: Mon, Wed
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  Join us for a fun and active game of Aqua Volleyball! An ideal class for those looking for a great workout while having fun! This participant-led class uses a beach ball and net in the shallow end of the pool.

Swimming skills are not required for participation. Flotation belts are provided if needed. One-piece swimsuits and aqua shoes are highly recommended.

Offered every Monday and on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday at 9:00 am. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent or supervising guardian.)
Ballroom Dance (Foxtrot & Waltz)
Days: Fri
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Dates: 12/5/08-12/19/08
  This series of Latin dance classes will cover everything you ever wanted to know about Foxtrot & Waltz! Don't have a partner? No problem - you can still learn all the moves without one! Our dance instructor will make you feel confident and comfortable on the dance floor. Join our awesome Friday night dance classes and you'll be dancin' the night away in no time at all!
Registration Required. Members: 6/1/08-12/5/08. Non-Members: 6/1/08-12/5/08. Register Online.
Basketball (Teen/Adult) Sat
Days: Sat
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  Teens (ages 13 and older) and adults, enjoy a pick-up game of half-court basketball! Get a great workout and make new friends. Free — no registration required.
Basketball (Teen/Adult) Tue/Thu
Days: Tues, Thurs
Time: 7:45 pm - 9:45 pm
  Teens (ages 13 and older) and adults, enjoy a pick-up game of half-court basketball! Get a great workout and make new friends. Free — no registration required.
Belly Dancing
Days: Thurs
Time: 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm
  Ffocus on core muscles and balance while having fun! (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.)
Body Design (AM)
Days: Tues, Thurs
Time: 9:15 am - 10:15 am
  Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing or other equipment. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.)
Body Design (PM) (Mon/Wed)
Days: Mon, Wed
Time: 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm
  Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing or other equipment. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.)
Body Design (PM) (Tue)
Days: Tues, Thurs
Time: 6:15 pm - 7:10 pm
  Strengthen and condition the entire body using free weights, exercise tubing or other equipment. (Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.)
Cardio Circuit (12:15pm, Mon & Fri)
Days: Mon, Fri
Time: 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
  Cardiio Circuit alternates muscular strengthening exercises with cardiovascular activities. Youth 8-12 years old may attend this class with a parent.

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