Wellness Programs

Group Exercise Schedule

Group Exercise Class Descriptions

SilverSneakers® Fitness Program

The 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

Fit Kids, Active Kids

Promoting wellness through physical activity and nutrition. The Fit Kids class is a thirty minute class taught by Amber Avidon designed to teach your child about all aspects of health and wellness. The class will inspire your child to lead a lifestyle that is full of actions and activities that are good for them. Contact Ashley Carter for more details.

Topics covered include:

• Basics of nutrition
• Fun and active games
• Understanding the workings of an active body
• Helping others be healthy

Age: 6-9
Fee: Free for Facility and Program Members
Schedule: Tuesdays, 6:00 pm

Ballroom Dance

Get ready to dance the night away with small group lessons, 4-week sessions. Learn the swing, cha-cha, rumba, fox trot, waltz, tango and many more. Instructor Gail Spear. Call for more detailed information.

Age: 18 and up
Fee: $28 Facility and Program Members; $40 Non-Members
Schedule: Fridays, 7:15-8:45 pm

Working on Weights

A progressive strength class. Small group personal training, 3-6 participants.

• Boost your metabolism.
• Burn more fat
• Increase Muscle tone

Age: 18 and above
Fee: $65 Facility Members; $105 Program and Non-Members
Schedule: Mondays & Thursdays, 4:45-5:45 pm

GI Jen

If you are looking for an intense cardio and strength training experience, make the most of your lunchtime with a GI Jen workout.

Age: 18 and up
Fee/monthly: $30 Facility Members; $50 Program Members
Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 12 – 1:00 pm

Free Nutritional Counseling

Faye 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.
Fee : $55 for members/ $85 for non-members.

Wellness Consultation

After 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 Orientation

Our 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.
Fee : $40 per session