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Cross Training Center

Group Fitness Schedule

Customized Personal Fitness

Group Exercise Fees

Floor Exercise
1/2 Hour Blast

AM Stretch

Cardio Kickboxing

Group Cycling

H.E.A.T.

Low Impact Aerobics

Pilates

Step Aerobics

Total Body Conditioning

Yoga

Water Exercise
Aqua Exercise

Aqua Jogging

Wet Workout

Aquarobics

Specialty Programs
Cardiac Conditioning

SilverSneakers®

Tae Kwon Do

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Fitness Department Mission Statement
The Fitness Department is a vital part of the Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois. Guided by Christian principles we seek to enhance the well-being of participants and to encourage the achievement of personal goals through programs that are fun, educational and diverse.

Want to try a new class? The first and last week of every session you can try a class at no charge.

Cross Training Center
Orientations are available at no charge for members. Orientations last up to 30 minutes and offer a general overview of exercise equipment in the lower level. Schedule your appointment by contacting any of our personal trainers.

The Cross Training Center features brand new Air Dynes, a Rower, Elliptical Cross Trainers, Recumbent Bikes, Upright Bikes, Stairmasters and Treadmills. Also, check out the new Magnum Fitness Multi Tower Crossover station. A full line of Cybex selectorized machines and free weights are also available.

Customized Personalized Fitness

Here's how it works:
1. Consult our Group Fitness Schedule
2. Select the Class day and time that works for you
3. Register for your personalized workout at the Y Welcome Center
At least six registered participants are required to run each class.


Group Fitness Class Fees

1 day

$12 YMCA Members
$24 Program Members
2 days $24 YMCA Members
$48
Program Members

3 days

$36 YMCA Members
$72 Program Members

Floor Exercise
1/2 Hour Blast
Build strength and fat-blasting muscle in this 30 minute class held twice a week. Focus on upper body one day and lower body the other day, with body-weight resistance, dumbbells, tubes and weighted fitness bars.

AM Stretch
Program designed for any age and fitness level. Gentle but thorough stretching will enable participants to increase their range of motion, enhance other fitness programs, help prevent injury and reduce the affects of Arthritis.

Cardio Kickboxing
A high intensity, medium impact workout that incorporates Martial Arts moves into a choreographed format.

Group Cycling
Designed for individuals of all fitness levels, interested in a dynamic, cardiovascular workout. Offered at many convenient times.

H.E.A.T. (High Energy Aerobic Training)
Build your cardio fitness with this class that will challenge all fitness levels.

Low Impact Aerobics
Class combines a blend of low impact cardiovascular routines, strength work and stretching. Free to YMCA Members.

Pilates
Pilates is a fitness regime that combines core control and strengthening exercises designed to work the entire body in fluid movements.

Step Aerobics
This fun, low impact and high intensity cardiovascular workout uses adjustable Reebok steps to accommodate all fitness levels.

Total Body Conditioning
Effective floor exercises designed to tighten, tone and strengthen your entire body using resistant bands, tubes, weights and the step. For all fitness levels. A great addition to anyone’s workout.

Yoga
This class combines gentle, progressive stretching with other body awareness movements and relaxation techniques. Gentle, repetitive movements unlock tight muscles and release tension. These moves teach you to take control of your body and well-being, while leaving you relaxed and energized. Small classes feature lowered lighting and soft music. Bring a blanket/towel and wear warm, loose clothing.

Water Exercise
Aqua Exercise
Improve cardiovascular endruance and tone the entire body through aerobic exercise and stretching all in the water. A medium intensity class which incorporates music to provide a great workout for all fitness levels.

Aqua Jogging
Use floatation equipment to "jog" in the water with little to no impact on the knees and hips. Free to Y Members.

Wet Workout
Take advantage of the water's natural resistance to improve flexibility and range of motion and relieve muscle tension. Low to no impact on joints - a great way to start off and get used to moving in the water. The class takes place in the shallow end only, so non-swimmers are always welcome.

Aquarobics
Sweat in the pool! An innovative, high intensity class that challenges participants to use all muscle groups through aerobic and abdominal evercises. Pushes participants to try new equipment and exercises to music in both the shallow and deep ends of the pool.

Specialty Programs
Y’S Cardiac Conditioning Program
Exercise/education program for the individual who is at risk of developing heart disease or has been diagnosed with a heart condition. This program is offered in collaboration with Freeport Health Network. This is an individualized program to help increase cardiovascular efficiency and improve confidence. Phase II cardiac rehab graduates welcome.

Low Intensity

Mon/Wed/Fri 8:00-9:00 AM
Fees for 36 Sessions
$80 (Spouse $55)
YMCA Members
$110
(Spouse $75)
Program Members

SilverSneakers®
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. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

Tae Kwon Do
This Korean Martial Art will increase your self confidence and physical stamina. Multiple instructors with rankings as high as 5th degree Black Belt will teach proper kicking, punching, and self defense techniques. This class
will reward you with knowledge and confidence outside the training hall as well. Strength is not important, but concentration and discipline is required. For ages 8 years and up.
Tue/Thurs 6:30 - 8 PM Auxiliary Gym

YMCA MISSION
To put Christian principles into practice in all we do
building healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.


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