Active Older Adult Programs at Southwest

Spring II Schedule

The Southwest 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:

Water Fitness for Health

This is an aquatic exercise program designed to meet your needs. Participants do not need to know how to swim. Since the water provides buoyancy and support, exercising in the pool is ideal for people with joint disorders or those who are overweight. Join the program and improve physical, social, and mental well being. (Register at Southwest Branch, class held at Wilson Foundation Academy).

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.

Active Older Adult Exercise Program

Learn safe and effective resistance training techniques to help build strong muscles and bones. Gain balance and confidence. *Free 12 week Ready Fit program for first time YMCA participants age 55 and older!

Contact

Roger Gilchrist at (585) 463-3005 or rogerg@rochesterymca.org

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