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Group Exercise Classes Fitness Programs Nutrition Pilates Martial Arts Youth Programs   Body Blast: This class will rev up your heart rate to the anaerobic zone and challenge your muscles and core utilizing dumbells, bosu balance trainers, body bars, and elastics to help you achieve better muscle strength and stronger bones. Cardio Conditioning: The fitness instructor will mix up the cardiovascular activities each week and may include low impact aerobics, step aerobics, and sometimes spinning on a stationary bike. Come prepared to perform fitness moves to get your heart rate up and burn calories in this 45 minute class. Cardio Kick: This High Energy Class offers participants an oppurtunity to simulate Kick Boxing styles. What to Bring: Water, Aerobic or Cross trainer shoes, lots of energy! Partner Stretching*: Learn to safely and effectively stretch each other. It feels like a moving massage! Sign up today! Register online or at the front desk. Classes will be held Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm, February 2- 23, 2010.  Fees: Members- $80/couple, Non-Members- $100/couple. Resistance Stretching: You will be taught how to effectively stretch each muscle group to help gain flexibility, lose tension, and feel great. “It’s like a moving massage” Spinning: Cycle Classes using StarTrac Spinning Bikes. These fun classes will burn calories, and tone muscles of the lower body. Join a Spinning Team member as they lead you through a visualized ride, and help you get the most out of your workout.  Our spinners are the latest  equipment from StarTrac, new summer 2009. Step: This class offers participants an opportunity to reach a moderate to high heart rate using the Reebok Step, with a variety of Choreographed moves and motions. All classes are open to multi level participants. What to Bring: Water, Aerobic or Step Shoes. A smile! Strength & Stretch: This a shaping, strength, and toning class.  Most of the 45 minute class will focus on exercises performed with the stability ball along with dumbells, elastics, and mat work to strengthen, and lengthen all the body's muscle groups. Yogafit: A strong, active yoga workout that uses traditional yoga poses to tone and strengthen the whole body. It blends balance, strength, flexibility and power in a fitness format. Zumba: Zumba combines multiple styles of Latin dance steps with aerobic fitness moves for an exciting, pulse throbbing workout, no previous dance experience is required. All fitness levels welcome. Participants in classes need to be aware that there exists a risk in participating in any physical activity. It is suggested that all individuals consult their physician before beginning any fitness activities, particularly persons with any physical limitations or disabilities or who have been told by a physician to limit maximum heart rate, range of motion, blood pressure increase or other related issues. All classes are subject to change without notice. Please check at the desk for availability. Classes must be attended regularly by an average of five people in order to continue. Classes with three or fewer participants may be cancelled at class time by the instructor. Please call 731-3032 for class discriptions or infomation regarding the intensity or style of classes offered Y Get Fit Y Get Fit, a 10-week program aimed to help you make lifestyle changes to achieve your health and fitness goals. A customized program coordinated with fitness elements by Sandy Ellis, Healthy Lifestyle Coach, and nutrition elements programmed by Jane Bruns, Registered Dietitian, are developed for every participant. Y Get Fit participants meet as a group, as well as individually for one-on-one support. It is suggested that participants focus on a 10% body weight loss goal during the course of the program, however fitness assessments will better develop an appropriate goal. Participants will undergo a complete battery of fitness assessments: Cardio/Respiratory Strength& Flexibility Body Mass Index measurements Weight & body measurement Nutrition & Healthy Food Counseling January 18- March 26, 2010 Cost: $200 for YMCA members, $300 for Non-Members. Program is open to those ages 13 and up. Sign up at the Recreation Center Front Desk or online by January 15! For more information, please call Sandy Ellis at 731-3044 or email gro.lsacmy@eydnas. Personal Training A free Personal Training program custom designed for your specific needs and goals is included with your membership Free of Charge. This Program is designed by our Certified Personal Trainers and the Personal Training Program may be updated 2 times per year at no fee. Fitness Assessments are available for a fee to all members - we also offer a fee structure for those members wishing to meet with a Trainer each time they visit, to have their program supervised and custom edited as they progress. For information about Personal Training Programs, you can contact Sandy Ellis at (269) 731-3044. You also may check for available scheduling times at the Wellness Center desk (269) 731-3032 Do you know the best way to begin a fitness program? How would you assist your children in starting a fitness program? What does it take to lose those extra pounds? These and other general "fitness questions" can be directed to our Certified Personal Trainer. Just e-mail your questions to gro.lsacmy@EydnaS and we will give you some basic information to help you address your fitness concerns. Of course, as a member, you may access our trainer in-person and receive more specific answers and strategies to address your fitness questions. Participants in classes need to be aware that there exists a risk in participating in any physical activity. It is suggested that all individuals consult their physician before beginning any fitness activities, particularly persons with any physical limitations or disabilities or who have been told by a physician to limit maximum heart rate, range of motion, blood pressure increase or other related issues. All classes are subject to change without notice. Please check at the desk for availability. Classes must be attended regularly by an average of five people in order to continue. Classes with three or fewer participants may be cancelled at class time by the instructor. Please call 731-3032 for class discriptions or infomation regarding the intensity or style of classes offered   Nutrition for Peak Performance in Endurance Events Wed. June 16th | 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM Good nutrition is an athlete's best friend. Adequate nutrition before, during, and after endurance events, such as the Shermanator, is essential for optimal athletic performance. Come and learn the latest about the roles of fats, proteins, carbs, and supplements as you prepare for your event.   Register at the front desk or online! Fees: Members $5/class, Non-Member $10/class Classes are lead by Registered Dietitian, Jane Bruns. Questions? Call 269.370.1301 or email ten.sdt@snurbjn   Personal Nutrition Services Are you looking for one-on-one nutrition guidance? Set up a private session with Registered Dietitian, Jane Bruns, at Sherman Lake YMCA. Fee Description Consultation & Follow Up $90.00 Coming soon. Consultation $60.00 Coming soon. Mini-Session $30.00 Coming soon. Call 269.370.1301 or email ten.sdt@snurbjn to schedule your appointment. Y Get Fit, a 10-week program aimed to help you make lifestyle changes to achieve your health and fitness goals. A customized program coordinated with fitness elements by Sandy Ellis, Healthy Lifestyle Coach, and nutrition elements programmed by Jane Bruns, Registered Dietitian, are developed for every participant. Y Get Fit participants meet as a group, as well as individually for one-on-one support. It is suggested that participants focus on a 10% body weight loss goal during the course of the program, however fitness assessments will better develop an appropriate goal. Participants will undergo a complete battery of fitness assessments: Cardio/Respiratory Strength& Flexibility Body Mass Index measurements Weight & body measurement Nutrition & Healthy Food Counseling January 18- March 26, 2010 Cost: $200 for YMCA members, $300 for Non-Members. Program is open to those ages 13 and up. Sign up at the Recreation Center Front Desk or online by January 15! For more information, please call Sandy Ellis at 731-3044 or email gro.lsacmy@eydnas. Participants in classes need to be aware that there exists a risk in participating in any physical activity. It is suggested that all individuals consult their physician before beginning any fitness activities, particularly persons with any physical limitations or disabilities or who have been told by a physician to limit maximum heart rate, range of motion, blood pressure increase or other related issues. All classes are subject to change without notice. Please check at the desk for availability. Classes must be attended regularly by an average of five people in order to continue. Classes with three or fewer participants may be cancelled at class time by the instructor. Please call 731-3032 for class discriptions or infomation regarding the intensity or style of classes offered Pilates (pronounced puh-LAH-teez)is a series of controlled movements engaging your body and mind, performed on specifically designed exercise apparatus and Mat. It focuses on the "powerhouse" of the body (abdominal,lower back, neck and gluteus muscles). It will help stretch, strengthen, balance and lengthen muscles and the spinal column. Regardless of your current level of fitness, from sedentary office worker to fitness enthusiast Pilates can be your primary mode of body conditioning and injury prevention. Physical therapists, chiropractors and orthopedists have integrated it into rehabilitative exercise and physical therapy programs to speed recovery of soft tissue injuries. Group Mat Classes: Joseph Pilates developed his mat work over 80 years ago and our instructors follow the original method to lengthen and strengthen the powerhouse (core) of the body, emphasis on abdominal strengthening and spine stabilization. Certified Instructors and apprentices lead classes’ at all three levels through the authentic method of Pilates (not seen on TV). *As an introduction to Pilates, all members trying Pilates for the first time receive four (4) free Intro to Pilates Mat Class passes. Private Sessions: Private Pilates sessions are offered one on one using all Studio Equipment (reformer, cadillac, barrell ladder, Wunda Chair) are available by appointment call (269) 731-3032. Member Fee Non-Member Fee Group Mat Class $6.00 $10.00 Private (1 hour) $43.00 $48.00 Duet (1 hour) $33.00 $38.00   Sensei Master Orton will highlight a variety of martial arts in each class and an application of comprehensive skill using all martial arts. This hour long class is sure to provide you with a different type of fitness to change up your regimen. Class Information Dates Weekday Time January 21- February 25 Thursdays 7:30 - 8:30 pm Fees: Members- $30, Non-Members- $48 *Min. of 7 years of age with a parent enrolled in the class, min. 13 years of age without a parent enrolled in the class. To register online or sign up at the front desk. Questions? Email Sensei Orton or call 269-744-4261. Health Seeker - Kids Program Sherman Lake YMCA is proud to provide quality programs for our community youth. If you have any suggestions of programs you wish to see added to the YMCA, please contact gro.lsacmy@secivresrebmem. Health Seeker - Kids program Borgess Pro-Med Pedriatrics, United Health Care Insurance Company and Sherman Lake YMCA are collaborating to help families address childhood obesity with a program called Health Seeker - Kids.  We are looking for feedback regarding what the program should look like regarding day of the week, times of day and general interest in this type of program.   If you have an interest, please complete the following Survey:    Health Seeker - Kids Survey For more information, please call or email Kathy Simpson at 269-731-3015 or gro.lsacmy@nospmisyhtak Ages: 10 -13 Fees: Members $100, Non-YMCA $150 Dates and Times: Saturdays, July 10th - September 4th, 9:30am - 11:00am Location: Sherman Lake YMCA Recreation Center Registration is now open. Click here to register online > > >   Tutoring Does your child need some support at school? Try our experiential tutoring! One-on-one tutoring Sessions led by certified teachers on staff, interns, and Camp/IE Program Staff Available for children grades K-12 Subject areas include: Language Arts Math Homework help Study skills Exam preparation One time sessions and extended contracts available To schedule your tutoring session or for more information, please contact Jake Tracy at 269-731-3046 or gro.lsacmy@tekaj. Ages: 5-18 Fees: $32 members, $42 non-members Dates and Times: Dates and times will be scheduled individually. Location: Sherman Lake YMCA, Recreation Center