Our fitness classes can help older adults benefit from appropriate and regularly scheduled activities. All programs are presented by certified YMCA staff and are developed to meet the needs of older adults.
We also feature a variety of programs such as trips, seminars, special events, and other classes designed to help you make new connections and spend quality time with good friends.
For more information, contact Health & Wellness Director Laura Clary, 315-253-5304 ext 1006, or email Laura
ACTIVE OLDER ADULT FITNESS CLASSES
FOREVER GOLD: A 45-minute class focusing on strength and balance to improve your quality of living. Low-impact cardio will be offered to improve stamina, and a chair will be available to utilize if necessary.
Blended Chair: This is a true fusion class that will offer strength exercises using light dumbbells while improving balance and flexibility out of the chair. The class will end with a few moments of chair Yoga to leave the facility centered and energized to finish the day.
AQUATIC FITNESS CLASSES
AQUA-THERAPY: See the link on the right
WATER WALKING: Excellent low-impact workout! Walk or jog through deep water. Participants should be comfortable in deep water. Done on own
RUSTY HINGES: For those who are living with arthritis or other conditions that can be helped by mild range of motion exercises in the water. General Public $50/10 classes
AQUACISE: Done in shallow water. Includes, stretching, aerobics, walking & cool down.
DEEP WATER FITNESS: Participants use float belts for a low-impact workout in deep water, incorporating upper and lower body exercises for toning and improving core body strength.
AQUAHIGH: Done in shallow water. Includes, stretching, followed by high-level aerobics then a cooldown