Spring/Summer 2009
Facility Member = FM
Program Member = PM

Cypress Creek Adult YMCA
19915 S.H. 249
Houston, TX 77070

(281) 469-1481

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Our highly qualified, experienced and energetic instructors will offer their expertise to you in 3 fully equipped group exercise rooms. We offer all the latest cutting edge classes for all individuals, every fitness level or skill level, beginner to advance. With over 150 free classes a week to choose from, we guarantee to have a class just for you!

Try a Group Fitness class today: Pilates Reformer, Step, Spinning®, Water Exercise, BOSU®, Lo-impact, Kickboxing, BodyPump®, BodyCombat®, ZUMBA®, Yoga, Tai Chi, Mat classes, Athletic classes, Muscle Conditioning classes, Abs, Powersculpt, and much more. 

The Cypress Creek Family YMCA also offers over 30 unique SPECIALTY EXERCISE CLASSES and clinics designed for those new to exercise or new to class as well as classes for the seasoned fitness enthusiast looking to take their program to the next level.

Stop by the Welcome Center desk for a complete listing of classes. For more information, contact Karen at 281.517.3734.

 

Pilates

A full body workout on the Allegro Reformer Machine, that will improve your strength, flexibility, posture, body awareness, balance and more! We offer over 15 group reformer classes each week. (Limit 9 per class.) Fee payment and reservations are taken at the Welcome Center desk. Members must complete our Beginner clinic or schedule private sessions with our highly trained Pilates instructors in order to attend our regular group reformer classes. Call Martha for more details at 281.517.3734.

Beginner Pilates Reformer Clinics

Are you new to Pilates? Not sure what to expect? This is the clinic for you ! 4-week monthly beginner clinics will teach you step by step all the beginner exercises performed on the Pilates Reformer Equipment.

Clinics available: Wed 10:30am, Tue 6:45pm, Sat 11:30am

Sign up at the Welcome Center desk. Additional fee.

NEW! Posture & Pilates for Seniors

Pilates is for ALL and works to improve posture, balance, strength and coordination. Come see what other seniors have discovered when they try Pilates. Class is limited to 9 participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to find out “yes, you still can”!

Class meets: Fridays at 10:00am-10:55am, Nov 14, Nov 21 and Dec 2.

Small fee associated with this program. For more information call Martha 281.517.3734.

NEW! Core Strength & Stability

Learn how to improve your “core strength and stability” and really make gains in your exercise program.  A variety of techniques and equipment will be used (stability balls, spri tubes, medicine balls, weights & more). Limit 15.

Small fee associated with this program. For more information call Martha 281.517.3734.

Begin 'N Spin

For those who have always wanted to try Spinning®, aka…indoor cycling.  An 8-week introduction course.

Sessions Start:  week of Sep 8

Days/Times:  Mon & Wed 10:30am, or Tue & Thu 6:45pm

 Limit 35 participants. There is a small fee associated with this program

Spinning® 8-Week Weight Loss Program

This plan uses a comprehensive approach to training and progressive weight loss that really works. Program includes measurements, course manual and free entry into our Begin ‘N Spin® course. Limit 30 participants.

Fall Session: Wed 7:30pm, Sep 10-Oct 29; or Fri 9:00am, Jan 11-Feb 29.

There is an additional fee associated with this program.

Spinning® Classes

The Cypress Creek YMCA offers over 16 Spinning classes every week lead by the most qualified instructors around. All Spinning classes have recommended heart rate parameters that will guide you on how hard you should be working. Heart rate monitors are highly recommended. All regular Spinning classes are free to members.

Stop by the Welcome Center Desk for a complete Spinning Class Schedule.

MS 150 Training Group

Everything you need to know to complete the MS 150 ride from Houston to Austin in April 2009. Program includes outdoor rides, double Spin® classes, strength training program, nutrition, bike repair & bike handling clinics. Due to the popularity of this race (The actual race will fill up in October), we will start our registration Sep 15, with orientations taking place in January.

Cost: $40. 

YMCA Members only, limit 25.

Heart Rate Monitor Lecture

Learn how to work and best use your heart rate monitor. Join us for an informal, FREE lecture on how to set your training zones to maximize your fitness level as well as weight loss.

Next Lectures:  Wednesday, Sep 17, 10:30am; or Thursday, Sep 18, 6:45pm.

Lap Swim Workouts

For swimmers and tri-athletes wanting to improve or change up their swim workouts. Must be able to swim 200 meters continuously. Sign up required. Free for members.

DatesDaysTimes
Sep 3-Dec 19Mon/Wed/Fri9:00am-10:15am
Sep 3-Dec 19Mon/Wed7:15pm-8:30pm

Begin ‘N Swim

6-week class designed for those wanting to reap the benefits of lap swimming for fitness and health. Basic stroke technique and beginner skills will be taught. Limit 8.
 

Days/Times: Tue/Thu, 9:00am-9:45am

Session 1:  Sep 9-Oct. 16

Session 2: Oct 21-Dec 4 (no class Nov 25 & 27)

There is an additional fee associated with this program.

Triathlon Club

Getting ready for your first Tri? Wanting to improve your performance? Then we have the answer. You will achieve fitness and find personal satisfaction from training for and doing triathlons.

Session: Sep 8-Dec 19  

Pool Workouts: Mon 6:00am or Tue 11:45am

Lecture/Brick Workouts/Training Schedule: Thu 11:45am or Fri 6:00am (in Room B)

Additional fee associated with this program.  

Self-Defense Clinic

Learn how to protect yourself and your family. Great for men, women and teenage kids and their families. 

Fee associated with this program.
 

DatesDaysTimes
Nov 11-Nov 20Tue/Thu6:45pm

Boxing Clinics

Learn some real boxing skills from a real pro. 

Beginner Clinic:
Wed 7:30pm, Nov 5-Dec 3

Sign up at the Welcome Center desk. There is an additional fee associated with this program.

Racquetball

The Cypress Creek Family YMCA has 3 regulation racquetball courts available free to our members. You may reserve your court 24 hours in advance by calling or stopping by the Welcome Center desk.


For safety reasons we recommend all players wear safety goggles and use a safety strap on their racquet. Want to meet new members?

Challenge Court:  Tue 5:15pm-8:15pm ; or Thu 7:15pm-10:00pm (Courts 2 & 3)

 Call the Welcome Center for more details.
 

Racquetball Clinics and Lessons

The YMCA offers monthly 4-week beginner and intermediate clinics for those wanting to learn how to play or those wanting to improve their game. Saturday and Thursday clinics are available. Want some one-on-one attention, then try our Private Racquetball Lessons for all levels.

Additional fee associated with these programs.

Beginner Tai Chi and Yoga Clinics

4-week yoga clinic will introduce you to yoga…one pose and breath at a time! Tai Chi clinic will get you started in a proven activity that has been around for centuries.

YOGA: Oct 4-Oct 25

Day/Time: Tue, 7:45pm

TAI CHI: Nov 1-Nov 22

Day/Time: Tue, 7:45pm
 

Additional fee associated with this program.

Healthy Back

4-week class designed for those who have experienced occasional or persistent backache or discomfort. It is also for those that want to prevent that from happening! Class is preventative in nature and includes stretches and exercises to help strengthen and stretch your back. A great class for all levels! 

Session: Sep 6-Sep 27

Day/Time: Tue, 7:45pm


Additional fee associated with this program.  

Belly Dancing

Come experience one of the oldest forms of movement. Taught by a professional belly dance instructor in a sharing, encouraging and joyful atmosphere, you will dance, sweat, learn, laugh and have fun. A variety of dancing styles will be explored. This class is a great way to exercise your spirit, mind and body. Class meets once a week.

Session Date:  Sep 8-Nov 15

Class Days/Times:  Thu, 6:30pm; Fri, 11:35am; or Sat, 9:00am

Additional fee associated with this program. Belly Dancing parties also available.

NYC Ballet Workout

Come learn the workout that was once confined to NYC’s elite dance studios. All levels welcome. 

Session Dates: Sep 8-Nov 7

Day/Time: Mon, 5:30pm; or Fri, 10:00am

There is an additional fee associated with this program.

Friday Night Dance Classes

Come learn the latest dance moves, new and old techniques, then take your skills and go out on the town. Each monthly session focuses on a different dance technique from Swing, Salsa, Latin, Country-Western to Ballroom Dance.

  • Sessions: 4 weeks for each type of dance
  • Class Days/Times: Fri, 7:00pm
  • Ballroom Blitz: Sep 5-Sep 26
  • Swing and C & W Dance: Oct 3-Oct 24
  • Salsa-Merengue & Latin Dance: Nov 7-Dec 5 (no class Nov 28)

There is an additional fee associated with this program.

Adult Classic Dance

  • Mondays - Beginner Tap and Ballet 7:00pm
  • Tuesday - Beginner Tap 9:30am
  • Wednesdays Intermediate Tap - 7:00pm

Ages: 14 yrs and up

Location: Classes are held in our NEW state-of-the-art Dance Studio in the Youth Center.

Fall Session Begins: Aug 18

Session Ends: With our Holiday Recital in December

Sign up at the Family Activity Center or the Youth Center. Tap shoes required. Additional fee associated with this program.

Fit For Two

The YMCA’s 10-week prenatal class will teach you how to safely exercise during your pregnancy. Each class has an exercise focus and topic of discussion. All trimesters are welcome! Dr. release is required. Class meets 2 times a week with a bonus prenatal water class on Saturday mornings at 9:30 am.

Days/Times: Tue/Thu, 9:15 am; or  Mon, 7:00pm; & Thu, 5:30pm

Fall Session: Sep 8-Nov 15

There is an additional fee associated with this program.

BodyPump® & BodyCombat® Technique Clinic

These technique clinics will teach ‘step by step’ all the exercises you will see in our regular BodyPump® & BodyCombat® classes. Join us for our 1-day free clinics:

BodyPump® Clinic: Tuesday, Sep 2 at 6:45pm, or Wednesday, Sep 3 at 10:30am

BodyCombat® Clinic: Thursday, Sep 4 at 6:45pm, or Friday, Sep 5 at 9:00am

Sign up at the Welcome Center Desk. Free for Full Facility Members.

Private Specialty Class Lessons

The Cypress Creek Family YMCA offers just one-on-one or two-on-one private lessons for a variety of activities. Whether you are interested in PRIVATE BOXING LESSONS with our boxing pro, Roscoe, looking to improve your DANCE SKILLS in ballroom, salsa, swing or any type of dance with our highly qualified dance instructors, or even looking for special attention on the PILATES REFORMER with our certified Pilates instructors … sign up for our private lessons at the Welcome Center Desk today or call Martha at 281.517.3734 for more information.
 

Beginner Running Club

A great clinic for those who are new to running, haven’t run in awhile, are looking to run their first race or just looking to get into better shape. Focuses on gradually building your aerobic base (starting with walking/running), teaching you proper technique and other great running tips. Our goal is to run a 5K (3.1 miles) fun run race together in the fall. Also good for those who are training for longer distance races that want a small running group. Come 30 minutes before class and experience our special Pilates Reformer for Runners.

Class Days/Times:  Mon & Wed,  8:00am

Session:  Sep 15-Dec 6

Additional fee associated with these programs.