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Group Exercise Classes
Discover fitness and fun at the Le Mars YMCA with our Group Exercise Classes! Elevate your fitness goals with a variety of classes designed for all levels. Certified instructors ensure a safe and effective workout, including Zumba, Pilates, Aqua Exercise, Spin, and SO MUCH MORE!
The best part? ALL the classes are free with your YMCA membership, making high-quality fitness accessible to all. Join us today and start your fitness journey! Experience the joy of fitness with our Group Exercise Classes, shaping a healthier you, one workout at a time.
Classes are offered in our Upstairs Fitness Studio, Lower Fitness Studio, Gym, Indoor Pool, Community Room 1 & Pool Deck.
- Group Exercise Schedule is subject to change.
- Weather updates and other cancelation announcements will be found on our social media accounts and through our Text Alerts.
Text Alerts: Sign up for text alerts from the YMCA for any changes, cancelations or inclement weather announcements.
To receive all alerts from the YMCA: closings, cancelations, weather updates, etc.: Text lemarsymca to 201-740-1577
To receive only group exercise or adult wellness updates or alerts: Text wellness to 201-740-1577
QUESTIONS? Contact Us!:
Jacque Perez: jacquep@lemarsymca.org or 712-546-6655
Leverage your passion for fitness to be an integral part of improving the health and well-being of our community. Group exercise at the Y provides exercise classes to persons of a variety of ages and ability levels at various times of day throughout the week and weekend.
Please contact us at jacquep@lemarsymca.org or 712-546-6655 for more information
Class Descriptions
Boot Camp
Boot Camp workouts combine strength training & aerobic elements that will challenge every part of your body. This minimal equipment workout will challenge your strength and stamina and increase your overall fitness level.
Aqua Morning Mix
Experience the benefits of water exercise during this 45-minute functional workout. This aqua class will help you build strength to make daily activities & movements easier.
Fit for Life
This class will help you feel & be your best self. Fit for life will help improve your muscular strength, balance & cardiovascular health. All exercises can be modified to meet you wherever you are in your journey.
Pilates
Pilates is an innovative total body conditioning experience which combines stretching & strengthening the body. The series of movements promote elongated & toned muscles and is well known for developing the core of the body. This class improves strength, flexibility, balance control & muscle symmetry. Pilates is low impact & beneficial for all ages.
Zumba
Zumba is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps for a dynamic and effective workout. Our Zumba instructor changes up the music & moves frequently to make sure you are always challenges to the max!
Evening Reset: Yoga
A restorative evening class combining gentle mobility, supported stretching and breathwork. Unwind from the day and transition into a restful night with slower movement and relaxation.
Strength & Stability
It’s time for greater ease, comfort, and capability in daily life. This class includes full body stretching, range of motion and exercises focused on balance and core for fall prevention.
TABATA
A high-intensity interval training workout featuring 20-30 seconds of work and 10-15 seconds of rest. Improve strength, endurance, & cardiovascular fitness in this fast-paced, full-body class. All levels welcome.
Body Sculpting
Get energized during this full body workout using integrated strength exercises. Body Sculpting will utilize barbells, dumbbells, resistance bands, & more to maximize your strength training experience. Each workout is easily tailored to your fitness level & all equipment will be provided.
SPIN
Add a new element to your exercise program. Experience an athletic, adrenaline pumping workout using authentic cycling drills to get one of your more efficient & effective workouts ever. This class is geared to both novice & veteran members alike because you set your own pace.
Twisted Cycle
This class is similar to Group Cycling, but with a twist. Twisted combines cardio with strength by including core & other strengthening exercises with cycling intervals. This high energy class will get your heart pumping with upbeat music & great energy to get you moving. Join this calorie torching class- LET’S RIDE!
Core & More
This class will utilize Pilates principals mixed with intervals of cardio & strength training to give you a full body workout while igniting your core. Modification will be available. Build a strong core foundation with Core & More.
Strength & Stability
It’s time for greater ease, comfort, and capability in daily life. This class includes full body stretching, range of motion & exercises focused on balance & core for fall prevention.
Yoga
A mindful practice that combines breath control, flexibility, & strength-building postures. It promotes relaxation, balance, & overall wellness while improving mobility & reducing stress.
Silver Fox Ballet
A fun, informal introduction to classical ballet. It is a no-impact exercise as we have cut out any jumping in favor of joint-friendly bending and stretching. No ballet slippers required.
CENTERLINE
An adaptive full-body class that blends cardio, strength, and balance with creative block work. Build endurance through progressive movement combinations with options for every fitness level.
Circuit BLAST
A a total-body workout that combines strength, cardio, & core exercises in a circuit format. Challenge yourself with timed intervals designed to increase fitness, burn calories, & build muscular endurance.
