Sioux Falls Family YMCA Group Fitness
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Check the schedule online or pickup a schedule at the Welcome Center.
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We offer approximately 40 Group Fitness classes per week! The Sioux Falls YMCA offers Group Fitness classes of all types including Power Pump, Step, Kickboxing, Fitball, Yoga, Pilates, Water Aerobics, Cycling, Tai Chi… there are too many to name. Classes exist for ALL fitness levels, from the beginner to the more experienced. Everyone will be energized by our enthusiastic, motivating, and entertaining Instructors. Don’t wait!! Come check it out today!!
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Class Descriptions – Land
Aerobics
An aerobic workout with the option of low or high impact moves followed by muscle strengthening exercises and stretch
Aerobics/Step/Circuit
Combine aerobic moves and strength exercises in continuous circuit of stations in a gym, pool or class setting
Power Pump
Barbell strength training set to motivating music. No dance-great for all fitness levels. (Uses 3, 5, 11 lb. plates)
Body Sculpting
Non-aerobic exercises that strengthen and tone the major muscle groups, upper body, midsection, and lower body ending with a stretch. Excellent Prenatal Exercise
Fresh Start
Beginner level class for those who have not tried aerobics or would like a low impact workout at a low-intensity level. (includes aerobics and step workouts) Excellent Prenatal Exercise
Cardio Combo
A workout combining either or all of aerobic, kick-boxing, and step formats followed by strengthening and stretching exercises.
Circuit Challenge
Series of stations w/ a variety of aerobic and strengthening exercises that take place at time intervals. Stations include Nautilus equipment, Stairmaster, bikes, treadmills, rowers, and rubber bands. Nautilus training required before taking class.
CAB - New Class
C (cycling) A (abs) B (back) As a participant in class, you will get 20 minutes of high energy cycling followed by a 20-minute workout of abdominals and back exercises. A 5-minute cool down concludes the class.
Beginning Circuit Challenge
The class follows above format for beginners. Nautilus training required before taking class.
Kick-Boxing
Simple boxing technique along w/ kicks based on marital arts moves to provide an aerobic and muscular strength exercise session.
Group Cycling
This class uses stationary specifically designed for indoor cycling, that is led by a certified instructor. It provides a superior cardiovascular workout with low impact on the joints. This class is ideal for the experienced cyclist or someone trying it for the first time.
Interval Outdoor
Jump start your workout with an outdoor exercise class on the Bike Trail. In addition to jogging, there will be strength training using bands. Meet outside Oak Room.
Member Choice - New Summer Class
Combination of body sculpting, high low aerobics, and member’s choice. Class runs June 5 – August 9
Step
A class using 4-8” steps with repetitive moves on and off the step followed by muscle strengthening exercise and stretch
Total Body Conditioning (TBC)
This class offers a variety of effective formats incorporating cardiovascular and strength training with emphasis on alignment and form. Step and slide board used along with aerobic moves.
Abs and Back
A non-aerobic class that emphasizes strengthening back and abdominal muscles.
Silver Sneakers
A class using balls, bands, and hand-weights for the purpose of strength training.
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Class Descriptions – Water
Deep Water Aerobics
A cardiovascular and total body strengthening exercise class using resistance equipment. Flotation devices available if needed.
Water/Circuit Aerobics
Aerobics class conducted in water followed by strengthening exercises and stretch. No swim experience necessary. Excellent for individuals with orthopedic, arthritic, or circulatory problems. Circuit: timed stations with varied exercises. Great Prenatal Exercise.
Senior Water Aerobics
Senior water aerobics uses resistance equipment to exercise to music. Prior swim experience unnecessary. Held in shallow pool with temp. of 90°
Senior Water Exercise
This class is a low impact warm water class with gentle warm ups/cool downs that focuses on stretching and moderate cardio tailored to individual needs. The class is appropriate for any age and is great for joints. It is held in a shallow pool of 90°.
Arthritis Class
A range of motion class that is also excellent for those with joint problems. The class is held in a shallow pool of 90°.
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Class Descriptions – Yoga/Pilates
Beginning & Yoga For Lunch
This class is appropriate for those new to yoga and for the experience who like to work on the fundamentals of postures and breathing. (Level 1).
Level 2 Yoga
Dissolves tension, tightness, and toxins. An understanding of required breathing is necessary. (Level 2).
Kid Yoga
Class for children 4-10 (Level 1).
Slow and Easy Yoga
Designed to improve rang of motion and flexibility (Level 1).
Yoga w/ Weights
A combination of Beginning and Level 2 with addition of weights.
Restorative Yoga
A gentle class that uses props to support the skeletal muscular system so the body can release tension.
Pilates
A dynamic, non-aerobic, low impact, mat-based exercise routine that focuses on strengthening the muscles that support the spine (neck, shoulders, abdominal, hips, and thighs). Appropriate for all fitness levels, however it is not recommended for pregnant women.
T’ai Chi Flow
An hour-long class that allows participants to learn and practice various chi kung and t’ai chi movements. Class emphasis is on getting in touch and utilizing internal energy to reduce stress, improve balance and flexibility in addition to enhancing wellness. Appropriate for anyone looking for a form of exercise that is very low-impact
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