The YMCA Health and Wellness programs are developmentally appropriate and help people at any stage of life build positive health habits.

Group Exercise

Aerobics, Body Blast, Kickboxing, Pilates, Step Specialty classes, Core, Stability Ball, Yoga, Water Aerobics, ZUMBA and Active Older Adult classes available!
Please pick up a Group Exercise schedule at the Welcome Center.

Water Aerobics

Ages: 14+
Deep Water: A complete workout, using buoyancy belts, creating a zero-impact workout.
Shallow Water: Develop endurance and improve activities of daily living. Class is low impact and adaptable for all fitness levels, including handicap, arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes and joint injuries.
Location: Galena Park Natatorium
(Please see schedule below)
Fee: Included in your YMCA Facility Membership

Spring Schedule	Times	Additional
Mon-Thu	9:00am-10:00am	GPISD Natatorium
Mon-Thu	7:00pm-8:00pm	GPISD Natatorium
*Summer Schedule	Times	Additional
Mon-Thu	8:00am-9:00pm	WD Ley Pool
Mon-Thu	9:15am-10:15am	GPISD Natatorium
Mon-Thu	7:00am-8:00pm	GPISD Natatorium

*Summer schedule begins the week of June 8, 2009.

Older Youth Strength Training

Ages: 12+
Day/Time: Classes held on Saturday, 9:00am; check with Welcome Center for specific dates.
Location: Wellness Center
A minimum of 4 participants needed for each class.

Ages	Times	Fees
12-15	9:00am-11:30am	$10

Older Youth Cardio Training

Ages: 10-11
Day/Time: Classes held on Saturday, 9:00am; check with Welcome Center for specific dates.
Location: Wellness Center
A minimum of 4 participants needed for each class.

Ages	Times	Fees
10-11	9:00am-10:00am	$5

Active Older Adults/SilverSneakers®

The older adults at Wendel D. Ley YMCA have been named “Recycled Teenagers!” This group is young at heart and has a great spirit. Group activities include day trips, game days, parties, and citywide celebrations. For a schedule of events and happenings, please visit the Welcome Center for your copy of the “Recycled Teenager” newsletter.

Days	Times
Mon-Thu	9:30am-10:30am

Personal Training

(Members only) Have you been wanting to get started, but you don’t know how and you can’t get motivated? Ask for a personal trainer. Each trainer is certified and ready to get you moving, and to help you reach your personal goals. Personal training schedule is set by the member and
the trainer.
Facility Member: $40/session, $35/session if you purchase 5 training sessions,
$30/session if you purchase 10 training sessions.

Cycle

(Members only) Group indoor cycling offers a fun and motivating workout for those familiar with cardiovascular exercise. Class simulates an “all-terrain” bike ride that will challenge your cardiovascular and muscular endurance. Formats include: Spinning®, Yoga Spin®, Spin Flex®, Intermediate Cycle, and Bilingual Cycle.
Cycle passes are issued 30 minutes prior to the start of class. Visit the Welcome Center for passes.

Boot Camp

A 6-week experience that will push your spirit, mind and body to limits you didn’t know were possible. This program has been formulated around the US Army Physical Training Program and incorporates the YMCA’s five core values: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Honesty and Faith.
Registration: Runs 4-weeks prior to session including Friday before program begins
Session: June 2009
Days/Times: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 5:00am-6:00am
Location: Studio A, B and Outdoors
Minimum of 10 participants needed for
each class.

FitLinxx®

Power your fitness program with Fitlinxx® and discover a whole new way to exercise and stay motivated.
• Personalized support from your fitness instructor to help you achieve your goals.
• A customized exercise program geared to your goals, needs and time constraints.
• A computerized record of each strength exercise and cardiovascular exercise you do - creating a complete workout history of the weight lifted and calories burned.
• Immediate feedback on each strength exercise you do, so you can be sure you’re doing it correctly.
Registration: Register for Fitlinxx® online today. It’s FREE! Log on to www.fitlinxx.com. Visit the Welcome Center to schedule your Fitlinxx® orientation today! Enhance your healthy lifestyle anytime!
NOTE: You must wait at least 48 hours after your Fitlinxx® orientation appointment at your facility before you can register.

FREE! 4 Weeks of Personal Fitness

Learn how to use the equipment located in the Wellness Center, as well as, multiple ways to work muscle groups utilizing strength equipment, free weights, stability balls, bands and instruction on 30-minute Fitlinxx® strength circuit.
Sessions: Begin the first Tuesday/Thursday of each month,
11:00am-12:00pm or 7:00pm-8:00pm
Registration: Begins 2 weeks prior to class and ends day before session begin.