AOA BASIC Group Exercise Class Schedule
Wyckoff Family YMCA
Monday
Hatha Yoga i
Experience greater flexibility, strength, and increase your range of motion, balance, and reduce stress.
Nancy
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Yoga Studio
Gentle Yoga i
As the body ages, muscles and joints begin to tighten which causes discomfort and anxiety about one's well-being. Learn deep breathing and relaxation techniques that will help you remain healthy and active. Class with be performed standing as well as on the mat.
Gloria
10:15 am - 11:15 am
Yoga Studio
Better Balance i
Researchers no longer believe that falling or losing mental capacity are inevitable parts of the aging process. This small group training program helps provide you with the tools to increase strength and enhance mobility which can reduce the risk of falling.
Grace
10:30 am - 11:15 am
PR 1
Walk & Tone i
Same great Studio Walking class with added segments of sculpting to help preserve muscle tone.
Cat
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Aerobic Room
Mini-Mobility i
NEW! MINI-SERIES: Three 10-minute classes each week specifically designed to keep Active Older Adults (AOA’s) sharp, agile, and steady.
MOBILITY: Enhance joint flexibility, ease movement, and keep your body agile, helping you move comfortably and confidently every day.
Jeannie
11:15 am - 11:25 am
Gym 1
Chair Yoga i
Practice a gentle form of yoga sitting in a chair or standing using the chair for support. Yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and ways of relaxation are practiced.
Gloria
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Yoga Studio
AOA Training i
Participants increase cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and flexibility.
Jeannie
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Gym 1
Stretch & Flex i
Learn the correct, safe techniques of stretching to help improve overall range of motion, increase circulation, and decrease recovery periods from injury, reduce stress.
Lu
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Aerobic Room
Tuesday
Zumba Gold i
Zumba for the active older adults, beginner participant, and other special populations who may need modifications for success. Created to emphasize the basics, this explosive program is so easy to follow that students at any age can do it.
Lu
10:00 am - 10:45 am
PR 1
Meditation i
Explore the practice of mindful breathing and relaxation.
Tami
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Commons
POP UP SERIES - AOA Chair Training i
NEW! POP-UP SERIES - Dates: Ends 11/25
Seated exercises using weights and bands for added resistance.
Christina
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
PR 1
AOA Yoga for Men i
Improve flexibility, strength, and balance while reducing stress all in this supportive series for men.
Gloria
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Yoga Studio
Balance, Tone, & Power i
Class includes body awareness, balance training, upper and lower body conditioning, and power exercises. Chairs are provided.
Grace
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Aerobic Room
Chair Yoga i
A gentle form of yoga practiced in a chair or standing using the chair for support. Bais yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation and of relaxation techniques will be practiced.
Lisa
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
PR 1
Zumba Gold i
Zumba for the active older adults, beginner participant, and other special populations who may need modifications for success. Created to emphasize the basics, this explosive program is so easy to follow that students at any age can do it.
Lu
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Aerobic Room
Wednesday
AOA Boot Camp for Men i
Enhance strength, mobility, and build camaraderie in this supportive series for men.
Brian
10:30 am - 11:10 am
Aerobic Room
Chair Cardio i
Burn calories and tone muscle while seated in a chair. Gentle and effective for beginners and older adults.
Jerry
10:30 am - 11:00 am
PR 2
Qigong i
Qigong is a simple practice of Breath and Movement that helps to create a Moving Meditation. In this class we will be practicing gentle exercises that help support modality, flexibility, and balance. We will be using our breath to help facilitate movement in the body and calmness in the mind. This class is available to all levels of students and can be done sitting or standing.
Tara
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Yoga Studio
Exercise for Parkinsons & MS i
Ideal for those living with Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis and other neural conditions. Strength, balance, coordination, flexibility and mobility training will be covered in the program. Move from seated to supported standing to standing exercises as you are able. Aides welcome for those requiring additional support.
Grace
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
PR 2
Mini-Brain Boost i
NEW! MINI-SERIES: Three 10-minute classes each week specifically designed to keep Active Older Adults (AOA’s) sharp, agile, and steady.
BRAIN BOOST:Challenge your mind and body, sharpening focus, memory, and mental agility through fun, engaging movement patterns.
Lu
11:15 am - 11:25 am
Gym 1
AOA Training i
A lower intensity program recommended for seniors that includes cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, balance, flexibility and coordination exercises.
Lu
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Gym 1
Restore & Renew i
Build strength and release muscle tension with the use of selected yoga postures. Class focused on areas that become restricted (hip, spine, shoulders, etc.) Most of this class is performed on a mat with yoga props. Leave feeling better than ever.
Gloria
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Yoga Studio
Stretch & Flex i
Learn the correct, safe techniques of stretching to help improve overall range of motion, increase circulation, and decrease recovery periods from injury, reduce stress.
Cat
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Aerobic Room
Thursday
Chair Yoga i
Practice a gentle form of yoga sitting in a chair or standing using the chair for support. Yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and ways of relaxation are practiced.
Cathy
11:10 am - 11:55 am
PR 1
Chair Yoga i
Practice a gentle form of yoga sitting in a chair or standing using the chair for support. Yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and ways of relaxation are practiced.
Erin
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Yoga Studio
Zumba Gold i
Zumba for the active older adults, beginner participant, and other special populations who may need modifications for success. Created to emphasize the basics, this explosive program is so easy to follow that students at any age can do it.
Sophie
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Aerobic Room
Tai Chi i
The ancient art of Tai Chi may be an ideal form of exercise to reduce stress. You will feel relaxed after practicing the slow stretching, breathing, and gentle movement of this graceful mind/body practice.
Cathy
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
PR 1
Friday
Chair Toning i
Seated exercises using weights and bands for added resistance.
Jerry
10:30 am - 11:00 am
PR 1
Mini-Balance i
NEW! MINI-SERIES: Three 10-minute classes each week specifically designed to keep Active Older Adults (AOA’s) sharp, agile, and steady.
BALANCE: Focused on stability, coordination, and control to strengthen your balance and reduce the risk of falls.
Grace
11:15 am - 11:25 am
Gym 1
AOA Training i
Participants increase cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and flexibility.
Grace
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Gym 1
Restore & Renew i
Build strength and release muscle tension with the use of selected yoga postures. Class focused on areas that become restricted (hip, spine, shoulders, etc.) Most of this class is performed on a mat with yoga props. Leave feeling better than ever.
Gloria
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Yoga Studio
Stretch & Flex i
Learn the correct, safe techniques of stretching to help improve overall range of motion, increase circulation, and decrease recovery periods from injury, reduce stress.
Eileen H.
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Aerobic Room