Adult classes offered by the YMCA are intended to keep people healthy and active.
The Y's adult classes are divided into the following categories:
Free to Member Class Descriptions
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The YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo offers a variety of ways to encourage personal fitness for every member of the family. See descriptions of our Free to Member Classes below.
CLASS/PROGRAM NAME |
Description |
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. |
ZUMBA |
Perfect for everybody and everybody! We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. |
SCULPT |
Get ready for a total body toning! This low-impact class will give you a total body workout, using bodyweight and light weights. |
SS BOOM MUSCLE |
High intensity, no to low impact. The only prerequisite to this class is the ability to get on and off the floor. This class uses mats, hand weights, resistance bands, small balls (Pilates ball), and stability balls. Silver Sneakers BOOM Muscle is for anyone. The BOOM formats were developed with the baby boomer in mind who isn't ready for chair fitness. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to gather your equipment and to have any questions you may have answered. First-time participants, please contact the instructor, Shashu, at sbaraka@kzooymca.org prior to attending. |
TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING |
Total body conditioning classes incorporate strength exercises and cardio segments using equipment such as dumbbells, stability balls, and steps. Total Body conditioning classes are intended to provide total fitness and overall toning by working every major muscle group in one workout. |
POMSQUAD |
POMSQUAD™ is a super fun, immensely positive, high-energy dance fitness class! You will be shaking your poms while prancing, dancing, bending, and snapping to today’s hits and yesterday’s favorites. Poms are not required. |
BODYFLOW |
Ideal for anyone and everyone, BODYFLOW® is the yoga-based class that will improve your mind, your body, and your life, as you bend and stretch through a series of simple yoga moves and embrace elements of Tai Chi and Pilates. |
GROUP CYCLING |
Great cardiovascular and legwork out that consists of a warm-up, varied intensity intervals, and a cool down. All fitness levels welcome |
POUND |
Channel your inner rockstar with this full-body cardio-jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing, and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. |
MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE |
The program protocol consists of a core eight-form routine and a subroutine of eight integrated therapeutic movements forms that have been derived from the traditional 24-form Yang-style of Tai Chi, progressing from easy to more difficult which collectively involve a set of simple, rhythmic Tai Chi-based actions. Led by a Moving for Better Balance trained instructor, this program focuses on improving mental cognitive and physical functional ability especially balance to reduce fall-related risks and fall frequency. |
PILATES |
Pilates helps you tone and strengthen every part of your body. This popular form of exercise focuses on stabilization, concentration, control, flow, breath, and precision. Our Pilates mat classes review the following movement techniques: neutral spine, core engagement, C-curve, spinal articulation, and more. All exercises can be modified so you can work at your own level. |
INSANITY |
Insanity is a cardio class, based on max interval training. This class will use athletic/plyometric drills mixed with intervals of strength, power, resistance, and core training for a great workout. |
STRONG NATION |
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. |
STEP CHALLENGE |
Cardiovascular conditioning on the step with challenging choreography followed by strength/resistance training (Mon & Wed) Participants can join a class at 9:45am for sculpt only -- you must warm up prior to starting resistance/strength training |
SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSIC |
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. A variety of equipment is used for resistance. A chair is used for support. |
BARRE |
Fusing the best of Pilates, yoga, aerobics, and elements of the strengthening exercises dancers do, Barre Above® delivers a results-driven workout that is not only fun and dynamic, but it will sculpt your body and get you into absolutely amazing shape. |
STEP |
Step aerobics is a classic cardio workout. The "step" is a 4-inch to 12-inch raised platform. You step up, around, and down from the platform in different patterns to boost your heart rate and breathing, and strengthen your muscles. Step aerobics moves are paired with upbeat music and range from simple to advance with options to modify. All levels welcome! |
BODYCOMBAT |
This class will challenge you to punch and kick your way to fitness. This high-energy martial-arts-inspired workout is totally non-contact and there are no complex moves to master. You will be motivated to make the most of every round. |
SS CHAIR YOGA |
Silver Sneakers® Yoga will move your whole body through a 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. |
SS CLASSIC STRENGTH |
A full-body strength training class specifically designed to build strength, add definition, improve bone density, and decrease body fat while increasing lean muscle through basic moves and range of motion. All levels are welcome. |
YOGA |
In this all-levels class, postures are practiced to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. Breathing techniques and meditation are also integrated. You can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Full-body relaxation and balance are the goals, as we make a full circuit of the body’s range of motion with standing postures, twists, backbends, forward folds, and hip openers. Yoga mats, blocks, and straps are provided if needed. |
CARDIO KICKBOXING |
Cardio kickboxing is a group fitness class that combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. This high-energy workout challenges the beginner and elite athlete alike. Build stamina; improve coordination and flexibility, and burn calories as you build lean muscle with this fun and challenging workout. |
TRX Circuit |
TRX is a workout system that leverages gravity and your body weight to perform exercises. You're in control of how much you want to challenge yourself on each exercise because you can simply adjust your body position to add or decrease resistance. Suspension training develops strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability. |
KETTLEBELL |
Traditional kettlebell workout that utilizes challenging, compound exercises such as the clean & press, high-row, and snatch. Your cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and joint stability will be constantly tested. |
Active8 |
8 weeks to a healthier lifestyle through focus and intention. Each team of 6-8 participants will be led by a certified personal trainer. This program allows each participant to receive goal-specific trainer support and the accountability and motivation of a team. For more information please contact Rebecca Lillie Association Health and Wellness Director, RLillie@kzooymca.org. |
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Recreation
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Get involved with the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo's adult recreation classes!
Adult Golf Lessons
Participants will learn the full swing, short game, and sand through video analysis and playing lessons. Clubs and balls will be provided. Must be 16 years or older.
Program Location
- The Dome in Schoolcraft
Badminton
Play Badminton in the South Gym at Maple. Meet friends, have fun, and get active!
Program Locations
- Check Maple Gym schedule for days and times
Fencing
This class teaches participants about the sport of fencing from skilled instructors with Triblade Academy. Equipment is provided; please wear comfortable gym attire.
Portage - Days, Times, Register
Pickleball
A paddle and whiffle ball sport, Pickleball was created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn... yet pickleball can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players! The sport combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It is played on a badminton-sized court using a slightly modified tennis net.
Portage - Days, Times, Register
Racquetball Ladders
A competitive one-hour session where opponents play 6 ten-minute games. No sign up is needed, just show up. Eye protection is required.
Class Locations
- Maple
Martial Arts
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The YMCA offers adult martial arts programs. Learn more below!
Taekwondo Youth and Family
Taekwondo offers a great way for more experienced children and adults to build confidence, self-esteem, respect, discipline, strength, flexibility and patience in a teamwork setting. Our instructor will teach you to channel energy into a positive attitude in a fun and active atmosphere.
Taekwondo Youth and Family
Ages 10+
This program is intended to develop the whole person in mind, body and spirit while teaching effective self-defense skills for the practitioner. The practice of this art develops strong character through its five primary tenets: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit. Available only during the school year, Fall, Winter, Spring I, and Spring II sessions.
Portage - Days, Times, Register
Healthy Aging
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The YMCA offers Active Older Adult fitness and aquatic classes to help senior citizens stay strong and independent. We also offer social events and activities at both of our locations. Contact Shashu Baraka, AOA Coordinator, at 269-459-4856