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FITNESS CLASSES

You know exercise is good for you…but do you know how good?

From boosting your mood, combating chronic disease, increasing your energy level and improving your brain function, exercise can improve your life! Start reaping the rewards of exercise today and join us in one of our many great fitness classes! The YWCA offers a variety of fitness classes that are FREE with membership. Community members are also welcome and may pay for classes by purchasing a Day Pass. Click the link below to download our current fitness class schedule or scroll down to read full class descriptions. If you need help picking the class that is right for you, stop by or call 563-242-2110 x304, we’d love to help you get started on the right track!

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YWCA CLINTON FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

FITNESS CLASSES ARE FREE WITH MEMBERSHIP, ANY DAY, ANY TIME! COMMUNITY MEMBERS
ARE ALSO WELCOME AND MAY PARTICIPATE BY PURCHASING A YWCA DAY PASS.

Senior-friendly fitness classes that focus on fall-prevention, balance, muscle-strengthening and overall flexibility are also offered and open to all ages. 

AM Jump Start

Start your day right with this fun, high-energy class! 15min blocks of free weights, abs and legs/gluts alternate with short bursts of cardio to make one non-stop, full-body workout! Have fun and try new things in this class that is perfect for all ages.

BODYPUMP™

BODYPUMP is a barbell workout for anyone looking to get lean, toned and fit – fast. Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BODYPUMP gives you a total body workout. Instructors will coach you through the scientifically proven moves and techniques pumping out encouragement, motivation and great music – helping you achieve much more than on your own! You’ll leave the class feeling challenged and motivated, ready to come back for more.

Circuit Training

Strength training is the number one way to fight aging and improve balance! Our instructors will guide you using our Cybex strength training machines in this fast-moving class. Great for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. You set the weight to achieve your personal goals, so this is the perfect place to start if you’re new to lifting.

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COMBAT™

COMBAT is a high-energy martial arts-inspired workout that is totally non-contact. Punch and kick your way to fitness and burn some serious calories. You'll release stress, have a blast and feel like a champ!

CORE™

Exercising muscles around the core, CORE provides the vital ingredient for a stronger body. All the moves in CORE have options, so it’s challenging but achievable for your own level of fitness. A trained instructor will guide you through correct technique as you work with resistance tubes and weight plates, as well as body weight exercises like crunches, and hovers.

Cycling

All abilities are welcome in this class where you set your pace. Have fun sweating and pedaling with the music as we work up hills & race across flats while increasing strength & endurance. Please arrive early for bike set up.

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Easy Does It!

A fun mix of easy balance, strength and mobility exercises all done in a chair with rhythmic music. Fall prevention and balance exercises designed specifically for seniors. Perfect for older seniors new to exercise or the less-mobile who want to add flexibility, balance, cardio, strength and fun to their life!

No Fall Balance Training

Specifically designed for those with balance issues, this class uses stability balls and chairs to improve your balance through ankle strengthening and balance-focused exercises. A fun approach to better balance and increased confidence!

Cardio Circuit (Formerly SilverSneakers® Circuit)

Combine fun and fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are used with non-impact choreography. A chair is offered for support

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SilverSneakers® Classic

Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used.

Chair (Formerly SilverSneakers® )Yoga

Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Shoes may be kept on

SilverSneakers® Stability

SS Stability primarily focuses on improving balance and lower body strength. The class is designed to decrease risk of falls and strengthen the ankle, knee and hip joints. A chair is used for support.

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Stretch Fitness

Stretch your way to a more flexible body & better range of motion in this low-intensity, relaxing class. Slow & controlled stretching using ropes and bands is performed while standing, sitting and lying on the floor. Join us for this calming, “feel-good” class.

STRONG®

STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move

Tai Chi Walk (Formerly SS Ener Chi)

Beginners-Intermediate practitioners. This 30 minute class teaches the traditional Yang style tai chi form challenging and improving the flexibility, strength, balance and internal energy of the participants in a safe manner. Recalling and executing the moves of the full traditional 24 yang style form makes it both a good mental as well as a stress reducing workout. Class is done standing..

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W.O.W (Women Only Workout)

Join us in the Fitness Center for a workout for women only – a heart healthy, muscle toning, super circuit using our Cybex strength training machines in this fast-moving class. Great for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. You set the weight to achieve your personal goals, so this is the perfect place to start if you’re new to lifting.

Yoga – Vinyasa

Yoga improves flexibility, balance & strength. Concentrate on your physical health and mental well-being with Vinyasa (flow) yoga. Participants move steadily through various poses of mid-level difficulty; modifications are offered for beginners. Perform breathing techniques to achieve enhanced concentration and increased energy levels. Relax with 10 minutes of meditation at end of class.

Above + Beyond Cancer

Above + Beyond Cancer provides evidence-based, free programs for cancer survivors and the community that promote recovery and prevention.

YWCA AQUATICS FITNESS CLASSES

Aquacise – Shallow

Great cardio, low-impact workout including strength and endurance building in an easy-to-follow routine that’s fun for all ages & abilities. Work at your own pace as you work through segments of stretch, cardio, core, weights, and wall exercises. No swimming skills needed.

Aquacise – Deep

Medium to high-intensity exercise in deep water using flotation devices…you control the intensity by selecting one of three resistance levels of water weights. Work arms, legs and core in a non-weight bearing environment. Arthritis-friendly, full-body workout perfect for all fitness levels.

Joint Flexibility

This low impact, low-intensity class designed to improve your flexibility, range of motion, and balance using a combination of walking, light cardio and stretching exercises. No swimming skills needed. Perfect for those with arthritis, fibromyalgia or recovering from joint surgeries (always get physician's approval first).

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Water Shuffle

A 1/2 hour fun but challenging combination of water walking, jogging and other cardio movements performed across the shallow end of the pool. Water weights, noodles and splash boards may be used to further challenge participants

Water Walking

This class guides you through a mix of exercises done while walking across the pool. Participants use boards & weights and perform arm exercises in this fun, low-impact workout perfect for beginners.

Wave Makers

Make the water move with this high energy class! No equipment needed. This results-oriented class is a combination of stretching, cardio, and core work in the shallow end.

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Water Therapy with Rock Valley Therapy

Call Gary at 563-243-8321. 

 

Racquetball

Racquetball players are able to play at the DeWitt Fitness Center. Members simply need to show a photo ID and sign-in before they play. Reservations are required, call the DeWitt Fitness Center at 563-659-5127. Racquetball at the DeWitt Fitness Center is free to all YWCA activity members (full-pay only).

Swimming for Fitness

At YWCA Clinton, we know swimming isn't just for kids, but can be a great additional to your fitness regime! No matter what your fitness or training goals are, YWCA Aquatics has the tools to help you reach them. To make an appointment to learn how to add aquatics to your fitness regime, please call 563-242-2110.

  • Initial consultation:  Free 30 min session with workout plan:  $15*
  • Swim stroke session:  $20*

(*Additional fee of $5 plus the cost of day passes applies to non-members)

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