YMCA of Austin
YMCA of Austin

Membership Information : Fitness


 

Wellness Center

A comprehensive workout for men and women 14 years and older to improve muscular strength, endurance and cardiovascular condition. The Wellness Center includes treadmills, Cybex resistance machines, free weights, step machines, precors, a cross country ski machine, exercise bikes and cable TV viewing. Available to youth ages 14 to 17 through family membership or $150.00 with a $1.00 student membership.

*Cybex Orientations required for Youth ages 14-17 and recommended for all members. Appointments made at the reception desk.
 
 

Fitness Evaluations

YMCA Members can schedule individual consultations for a FREE fitness evaluation which assesses body composition, cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength & endurance and flexibility. Periodic blood pressure checks are also available. Call the Fitness Director at 433-1804 to schedule an appointment.
 
 

Fitness By Design

Fitness by Design is a program designed to help establish appropriate fitness goals. This one-on-one consultation addresses how to achieve and maintain a balanced exercise program. Other areas included in the Fitness by Design are basic fitness components, zone intensity and strength training. Call the Fitness Director at 433-1804 to schedule an appointment. Free to members 18 and older.
 
 

12 Week Personalized Fitness Program
This is a step-by-step exercise program recommended for those who have never tkaen part in a regular exercise program or are looking for a slower progression into all components of fitness. During the 12 weeks, you will be introduced and progress through the cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility components of fitness. Call the Fitness Director @ 433-1804 for more information.
 
 

Wellness Center Orientations
Orientations are provided to help members learn proper form and technique using either Cybex machines or free weights. Orientation also includes introduction to cardio equipment. Orientations are recommended for all membes and required for youth members ages 14-17. Stop by the reception desk or call 433-1804 to schedule your free appointment.
 
 

Fitness Class Descriptions
Fitness Class Schedules are available [ here ] or at the front desk.

A.O.A
This class includes a warm-up, muscle strengthening exercises, 20 minutes of activity, and stretching exercises.

Aerobic Blast
Fun and easy-to-follow sequences incorporating marching, grapevines, knee lifts, and lots of moving!

Awesome Abs
Class designed to attack the abdominal and lower back muscles. Come to class warmed up.

Body Sculpt
A muscle conditioning class that provides a balanced total body workout.

Boot Camp
A fun workout that incorporates obstacle courses, stations and circuits. This workout will give you variety while conditioning cardiovascular, strength, and working on your power and agility.

Core Conditioning
This express class concentrates on the core muscles of the body. Strengthening the abs and their opposing muscles as well as stabilizing them. Come to class warmed up.

CycleBox
The ultimate cardio workout hitting both upper and lower body by alternating intervals of cycling and boxing.

Cycling
An indoor cycling workout incorporating visual imagery, verbal cues, and Energy Zones that take you to a new level in your cycling. All fitness levels welcome, remember to work at your own level. You can reserve your spot for class up to 3 days before scheduled time.

Cycorga
A class combining 35 minutes of cycling with 20 minutes Piyo Core. This class provides the three major components of fitness all in one.

FitnessYoga
A total mind-body workout featuring cardiovascular conditioning, functional strength, flexibility, muscle balancing, and relaxation. Each workout is a special sequence of poses to warm up, work, and relax for any level of participant.

Kickboxing
A class utilizing boxing gloves and boxing bags that gives a great cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout.

Pilates Mix
A mind body connection/awareness practice and total body conditioning workout to help improve posture, balance, strength, flexibility, breathing and "core" strength. This class incorporates the use of various exercise equipment.

PiYo
A fusion style flexibility workout blending Yoga, Pilates, dance and strength in a flowing sequence. No equipment used.


PiYo Sculpt
A fusion style flexibility workout blending Yoga, Pilates, and strength training in a flowing sequence to improve muscular strength and endurance with the safe use of resistance equipment.

Step & Sculpt
A workout using a platform set to a chosen height. Step up and down to a variety of moves. Muscle conditioning is added along with this class.

Yoga Sculpt
Combines yoga and strength training together in one workout to improve muscular strength and endurance with the safe use of resistance equipment. this class will enhance weight loss and muscular toning.

Zumba
A fun Latin dance - inspired workout with easy to follow steps that let you move to the beat naturally, even if you have two left feet. Zumba brings together Salsa, Merengue, Samba, Reggaeton, African Beats, and Cumbia, and even Funk.
  
 

Adult Basketball

Each weekday at the YMCA, there are “pick-up” basketball games for adults from noon - 1:30 pm in the wood gym. Men’s basketball league, Sunday evenings, coming this winter… watch for more information
 
 

Get Fit 5k Run / Walk Results


[ Results ]
 

Hog Jog


[ Registration Form ]


©2007 YMCA of AUSTIN