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Wellness ProgramsGroup Exercise Class Descriptions SilverSneakers® Fitness ProgramThe SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is the nation's leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults. The basic SilverSneakers® Fitness Program membership includes the use of all the Bardmoor Branch has to offer. Special SilverSneakers® Fitness Program exercise classes will also be available. The classes will use certified instructors to help guide participants through exercises that focus on strength, flexibility, mobility, range of motion, balance, agility, and coordination to improve activities for daily living. Please contact us for more information. A great class for seniors! Strength and range of motion benefits are the focus of this creative exercise program. Participants may sit or stand. Monday-Friday from 1:15-2:15 pm Cancer Survivors and Exercise SeminarThe Bardmoor Branch has been selected as one of 10 YMCAs in the United States to pilot a cancer survivorship collaborative with the Lance Armstrong Foundation. A key collaborative goal is to demonstrate that YMCAs can effectively involve cancer survivors in research-based programs that focus on specific wants, needs and interests related to exercise. On September 25, the Bardmoor YMCA will be hosting a seminar presented by Anna Schwartz, a cancer survivor and the author of Cancer Fitness. Schwartz is one of a growing number of researchers who believe people in cancer treatment can greatly benefit from exercise. She will be discussing a variety of topics related to wellness, including how exercise can lift patients' moods, dramatically reduce fatigue and improve self-image. Fee:$10 per person, dinner provided Free Nutritional CounselingFaye Paris, a certified Diabetic Educator and Registered Dietician, will be available monthly to help you with your nutritional needs. Each month Faye will be available to answer members questions regarding general nutrition as well as specific concerns. The times and days of these sessions change each month in order to accommodate as many members as possible. There will be a flyer and bulletin board on display at least one week prior to the confirmed date. Core Fitness Core Fitness is a combination of calisthenics and outdoor running/walking (including bridge runs and stairs), designed to strengthen all major muscle groups and increase cardiovascular capacity. This class is designed for all levels of fitness. The core Fitness environment is positive and motivating. Each participant receives a Core Fitness T-shirt upon completion of the session. Classes are 4 weeks long ongoing throughout the year with a 1 week break in between each session. Wellness ConsultationAfter joining, you will have the opportunity to meet with a YMCA Wellness Coach to establish what is the best direction for you based on your needs and goals. At the YMCA, we understand that relationships are the key to successful change, and this session is an important step in that direction. Your coach will listen to you and help you to put together a plan to get you started. Then he or she will make sure that you meet the right people at the YMCA to walk side-by-side with you on your journey to better health! Wellness OrientationOur staff will take the time to familiarize you with the equipment, exercises and/or classes best designed to help you reach your goals. Follow-up sessions may be scheduled as you like, until you are comfortable with your routine or when you are ready to make some changes. Personal Training One-on-one personal training is available for members. Personal training is designed to give you individual training and instant feedback on exercise performance. All YMCA personal trainers hold ACE, AFAA, YMCA Personal Trainer or YMCA Fitness Specialist. Training to help you prepare your mind, body and spirit for a big event like a marathon or if you just want assistance to improve your body dynamics. If you would like to meet to see if Personal Training is right for you, please see Jill Lawrence to schedule your first appointment.  |
