Active Older Adults at Monroe

The Monroe Family YMCA is committed to offering relevant and meaningful opportunities, programs and special events for the older adult population in our community. We currently offer the following specialized programs designed for individuals 55 years and older:

Silver Sneakers I: Muscular Strength & Range of Motion:

Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion 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.

Silver Sneakers II: Cardio Circuit:

Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength workout with hand held weights; elastic tubing with handles and a ball is alternated with non-impact choreography. A chair is offered for support, stretching and relaxation exercises.

Silver Sneakers YogaStretch:

Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses designed to increase flexibility, balance, and range of movement. Breathing exercises will also promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Silver Sneakers SilverSplash:

Lots of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility, and cardio endurance. No swimming ability required; kickboard is used to develop strength, balance, and coordination.

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Contact Paul Costantino at 271-5320 or paulc@rochesterymca.org

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