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Shannon Gawronski
Health and Fitness Director
607.336.YMCA ext.24
 
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No one knows fitness like the YMCA! Our creative, knowledgeable and certified staff provide the most current and varied fitness classes to our members. All classes are designed to meet a wide array of fitness needs. From group exercise classes in the Aerobics Studio to individual workouts in the Fitness Center, the YMCA has something for everyone when it comes to physical training. Fitness Center staff members provide assistance to help new users learn how to get the most benefit out of our cardio, Cybex and free weight equipment. Feel free to ask them questions – they are here to help!
 
Current Fitness Schedule
Fitness Rules

Active Older Adult Program
The Norwich Family YMCA Active Older Adult Program is not just for seniors but for all active older adults. Participants will be introduced to the many activities that are available at the YMCA on a daily basis. Call 607-336-YMCA for more information.


Group Exercise
Group exercise classes are offered throughout the year, and early morning, noontime and evening classes are available. Please check the Fitness Session Schedule for class offerings as classes may vary from session to session. For your convenience, babysitting is available during morning and evening classes; see the Child Watch Program for specific times.
 
Cycling and Spin, Strengthen, Stretch
Power-Toning, Strength Training and “Start Strong”
W.O.W. - Women on Weights
Step-Up
Cardio-Knockout
Butts and Guts
Line Dancing/Line Dancing for Seniors
Outreach Fitness
Adult Strength Training
Youth Strength Training
Personal Training
Cardio-Combo
Old School Step
Cardio-Surprise
Cardio-Strength
Toning Blast
Boot Camp
Yoga
Pilates
Yogaball
H.A.T
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Cycling and Spin, Strengthen, Stretch
Simulated road rides on a racing style stationary bike. The instructor will guide you through 45 minutes to one hour of rolling hills, racing flats, and a variety of challenging riding positions. This class is great for anyone interested in a superior cardiovascular workout, with little to no stress on the joints. (Beginners may want to purchase gel seats to make their ride more comfortable while they’re adjusting to the bikes). The instructor will also offer stretching and some ab work to conclude the class.

Power-Toning, Strength Training and Start Strong
Classes are an hour of resistance work with dumbbells, barbells, stretchy bands, body bars and medicine balls, etc. to increase muscle endurance and strength. The instructor will target every major muscle group in the upper and lower body in order to help members attain greater muscle tone, as well as increased overall strength and new definition. The strength classes are particularly important for women who do not do resistance training outside of the group exercise room

W.O.W. Women on Weights
This is a fantastic class designed to teach women the concepts and principles of resistance/weight training. The instructor will challenge women in the class to become stronger and fitter using a variety of strengthening techniques. The benefits of this class will become very clear to you!

Step-Up
This step class uses a bench with adjustable heights corresponding to the individual’s height and fitness level. This is a good cardiovascular workout using moderately choreographed routines. Step-Up is an excellent start for beginners or those just coming back to regular exercise. The instructor will also offer the more experienced modifications to create a more strenuous workout.

Cardio-Knockout
This heart-thumping routine is for anyone looking for a serious challenge. Cardio-Knockout uses a variety of modified boxing and martial arts techniques that are specifically developed for fitness. This is not a self-defense class! However, after attending the class you will feel ready to take on the world!

Butts and Guts
Using the same philosophy as H.A.T. this class focuses solely on the abs and glutes for nearly 45 minutes. Enjoy getting the defined abs and toned glutes you’ve always wanted with this fun and focused class

Line Dancing/Line Dancing for Seniors
A fun way to dance and exercise. Enjoy moving to the music. No partner is required!

Outreach Fitness
Classes are offered in Oxford and Gilbertsville. YMCA members pay no additional fee for these classes; non-members pay $2 per class.

Adult Strength Training
Train with our knowledgeable staff to use our modern Cybex Circuit. Our Fitness Center allows participants to utilize state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment along with a full line of plate-loaded free weights. All newcomers receive two free trials by appointment only. All participants are required to complete a medical screen prior to beginning an exercise regime. You must be at least 15 years old to use the Fitness Center.

Youth Strength Training
Fitness Center hours are available to youth between the ages of 12 and 14 years. All youth will receive three one-to-one instruction sessions with a trainer prior to beginning an exercise regime. Health screen and legal guardian’s permission are required. The Fitness Center will be open to youth Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3-5 pm. All trials are scheduled by appointment only and youth must be trained before utilizing the Fitness Center.

Personal Training
Personal training sessions for adults or youth are available with YMCA-certified personal trainers who will design fitness programs for the beginner or deconditioned all the way to the advanced enthusiast who wants to improve their performance. Fitness specialists offer testing for body composition, strength, endurance and flexibility. Members may purchase a personal training package. See the Health and Fitness Director for details

Cardio-Combo
This creative class offers a great cardio workout by utilizing a variety of cardio techniques, including step, kick-boxing, low impact and interval training.

Old School Step
A traditional step class. The instructor will provide a fun, choreographed, 45 minutes of solid cardio workout including a warm-up, a cool-down and stretching. This is great for the lunch hour members who always loved step class

Cardio-Surprise
A fun and efficient 30-minute workout incorporating dance and different types of music to make you move!

Cardio-Strength
This class is co-taught and is comprised of 20 minutes on the bike, 20 minutes of aerobic interval training, and also incorporates a significant amount of strength work.

Toning Blast
Hard-core toning utilizing all equipment (weights, exercise balls, bands, etc.) and taking participants to muscle fatigue. This is a more advanced class and not a starting point for the beginner or the deconditioned

Boot Camp
A more advanced fitness class for those who want to get in the shape of their lives! As the name implies, this class uses many cardio and strength drills to make you the best that you can be! The great variety of drills makes the class not only a challenge but lots of fun!

Yoga
A course of related exercises and postures intended to promote control of the body and mind and to attain physical and spiritual well-being. The class is excellent for enhancing flexibility, balance and concentration, while using breathing techniques to aid in relaxation and de-stressing.

Pilates
As with yoga, the human body itself is used as“weights” in training to build strength, with a focus on flexibility. This is not high-powered cardiovascular exercise. Developing core strength using the abdominal and lower back muscles are a central principle. Both yoga and pilates are safe and effective for the beginner or the more advanced, and they are particularly focused on correct postural alignment without stressing the joints.

Yogaball
This class combines stretching and strengthening using a stability ball. Yogaball also incorporates some yoga postures and relaxation.

H.A.T.
A 30-minute workout targeting your hips, abs, and thighs. The variety of exercises makes it fun to focus on those difficult areas, and with consistent effort, to redefine them.
 
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