Fitness
Feel Great
At the Y we know that sometimes it’s hard to find the time for fitness. That’s why we’re here to help you meet your goals. From the moment you walk in the door you are surrounded by friends, by your second family. We’re happy when you’re happy. At the Y, we’re committed to keeping you on track all year long. And we aren’t just here for ourselves, we’re here for our community. When you purchase a YMCA membership, you aren’t just doing something for yourself, you are making a difference.
SHALL WE DANCE?
As part of engaging our community in a healthy, active lifestyle the Helena Family YMCA is now offering Friday Evening Dancing. Two, separate hour long group dance lessons will be offered followed by an ‘open floor’ for another hour. A range of dances will be taught including Cha-cha, Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Swing, Fox Trot, and Waltz.
Ages
Classes are open to all ages and ability levels.
Couples and individuals are invited, although dance partners will be rotated at times throughout the instructional portion.
When
Dancing is offered every Friday evening.
6:30-7:30pm Series Dance Instruction
7:30-8:30pm Beginning Dance Instruction
8:30-9:30pm Open Dance
Where
Dancing will be in the Helena Family YMCA Group Fitness Studio.
Member
Dancing and lessons are free for all YMCA members.
Non-Member
Dancing and lessons for non-members is $3 per person and $5 per couple.
Child Care Information
Child care is available and is free for all YMCA members. The fee for non-members is $2 per hour per child.
What to Wear
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes with non-marking soles.
Schedule
Series Dancing is intended for those who are committed to attending a set number of classes to learn intermediate and advanced moves. Each class builds on the lesson before.
Salsa: February 17, 24, March 2 & 9
Swing: March 16, 23, 30, & April 6
Cha Cha: April 13, 20, & 27
Beginning Dancing is designed for those wanting to drop in any Friday evening to learn a beginner style of dance.
February 17 Swing, February 24 Rumba & Fox Trot
March 2 Salsa & Merengue, March 9 Cha Cha & Bachata, March 16 Swing, March 23 Waltz & Rumba, March 30 Salsa & Bachata
April 6 Cha Cha & Merengue, April 13 Swing, April 20 Waltz & Rumba, April 27 Salsa
TEEN FITNESS CLASS
Teens! Questions about fitness? Want to learn how to use the fitness equipment? Need instruction on proper lifting technique? Our popular Teen Fitness class will continue in March.
Fee: $10 Y-members*
Wednesday - March 7th: 4:00-5:15 (Nutrition & Healthy Eating)
Wednesday - March 14th: 4:00-5:15 (Muscles & Movements)
Wednesday - March 21st: 4:00-5:15 (Equipment Orientation & Technique)
** Please note, all 3 classes must be attended **
*Students will receive card entitling use of the YMCA Fitness Center
*Students will learn safe practices and techniques in using workout equipment *Students will receive a $10 Hastings gift certificate upon completion of the class
A (12) student maximum will be applied to the March session. Enroll at the Helena Family YMCA front desk. Total cost $10.00 for Members, $20 for non-Members.
MEET YOUR MUSCLES
Do you have questions understanding the fitness equipment? Come to our new member equipment orientation.
YMCA Health & Wellness staff will give a demonstration and instruct new members on the proper use of all fitness equipment. This knowledge will help you overcome any hesitation you might have and will assist in optimizing your fitness plan.
This is a great way to meet our staff, meet other new members...and, well, meet your muscles!
Mondays @ 5:30pm Wednesdays @ 12:30pm
Call or visit the Front Desk to sign up.
See Ben Wahl our new Health and Wellness coordinator for a free personal orientation!
OULA
Oula is an inspiring and super fun dance workout! Oula offers the perfect balance between the ‘hip’ and the ‘hippy’ with its structured, easy to follow, fun choreography while at the same time encouraging self-expression and freedom of movement. Because musically, Oula incorporates hip-hop with Hindu and tribal with top 40s, this variety provides a base from which to experience an incredibly broad range of emotion, movement, style and sensation all within one hour.
Wednesdays @ 6:15 PM
Click here for more info oula
EAST HELENA
The Y is proud to offer fitness classes for our neighbors in East Helena. Classes are taught by trained, YMCA staff at the Main Street Gym (City Hall) in downtown East Helena. Classes are included with a Y membership. There is a $5.00 fee per class for non-members. Punch cards are also available for purchase at the YMCA front desk.
Get Vertical - Mondays & Wednesdays @ 6:00 PM with Jean
GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULE
The Y has something for everyone! Whether you want to clear your mind (yoga), hit it hard (cycling, kickboxing), take it easy (SilverSneakers®) or move like you've never moved before (Zumba®, Oula) you'll find our classes fit your needs and your lifestyle. You'll have fun, feel great, meet new people, and stay healthy. Our instructors love what they do and they love teaching at the Y, where our members feel welcome no matter where they are on their personal fitness journey.
-YMCA Staff
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
The Y offers several group fitness classes all year long. Click below for class descriptions
PERSONAL TRAINING
Whether your goal is to shed extra pounds, tone up or improve strength; invest in yourself or give the gift of health to someone else!
