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.
Summer Slam 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
The inaugural Summer Slam 3-on-3 basketball tournament will take place on the blacktop at the Y parking lot. For those entering 3rd grade through adults, all are invited to participate in Helena's summer basketball tournament.
Summer Slam is Helena's inaugural outdoor 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Tournament is open to Players of all ages and abilities.
Three Youth Divisions for each Girls and Boys entering 3rd/4th grade, 5th/6th grade, and 7th/8th grade. High School and Adult Divisions both contain Female, Male, and Co-ed.
Weekend event includes games, music, 3-point shoot out, food, and Player's and Champion's shirts for each division. Games will be played at YMCA parking lot near Centennial Park. Participants form their own teams of 3 players minimum and 4 players maximum and submit registration form to Helena Family YMCA.
$80 per Youth & High School team, $100 per Adult team. Teams must be registered by 10 AM Wednesday, July 10.
2013 Summer Slam Registration Form
2013 Summer Slam Official Rules
Check out YMCA Summer Slam on Facebook.
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TAEKWONDO
COURTESY...INTEGRITY...PERSEVERANCE...SELF-CONTROL...INDOMITABLE SPIRIT
These are the tenets of Taekwondo as taught by Diana Wilson V Dan Instructor.
Classes are taught Mondays & Thursdays 6:30 - 8:00 PM. All ages welcome.
MAX-Fit
RELEASE YOUR INNER ATHLETE
MAX-FIT is a high-intensity, total body sport conditioning workout program incorporating cardio, strength training, weights, plyometric, & agility exercises. You will be stronger, healthier, lose weight, tone up, & gain confidence!
Classes progress each week building upon 'skills & drills' learned on the speed ladder, through a dynamic warm-up, with dot training and a circuit routine from the week(s) before. In addition, 'Race Days' are held where various components of class are tested and participants are further challenged in a fun, supportive environment.
SESSION I: April 22 - May 24
SESSION II: June 17 - July 19
Monday - Wednesday - Friday 6:00 - 6:45 AM
Members: $30 Prospective-Members: $65
ATHLETE CAMP
Join Health & Wellness Director and former Carroll College athlete Ben Wahl to stay in shape for summer activities to be ready for the upcoming sport season. Participants will work on speed, agility, flexibility, jump training, and cardiovascular fitness in a safe and supportive environment.
Ages: 12-18 years
Tues-Wed-Thurs, 9-10 AM
July 9 - July 25
$30 Members/$65 non-members
SHALL WE DANCE?
ATTENTION: Dancing for the season has been put on hold. We look forward to seeing you again for the next season late next fall.
SERIES CLASSES
Detailed and private instruction on fundamentals and in-depth step sequence and technique. Classes are taught by Sarah Pagan. Class size is limited to 12; participants must pre-register at the Front Desk.
FRIDAYS: 6:00-7:30 PM
Members: $25/series ($5.56/hour) non-Members: $50/series ($11.11/hour)
WEST COAST SWING: February 8, 15, & 22
SALSA: March 1, 8, & 15
BEGINNING DANCING
A range of dances will be taught including Cha-cha, Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Swing, Fox Trot, and Waltz. Drop-ins are welcome, no partner necessary.
FRIDAYS: 7:30-8:30 PM
Members: Free non-Members: $3 per single, $5 per couple
OPEN FLOOR
Spend the rest of the evening practicing your new moves!
FRIDAYS: 8:30-9:30 PM
Members: Free non-Members: *$3 per single, $5 per couple
*Cost of Open Dance Floor is already covered for non-Members who paid to participate in the Beginning Dancing
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.
What to Wear
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes with non-marking soles. If possible, please avoid rubber soled shoes.
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 June.
Wednesday - June 5th: 4:00-5:00 (Nutrition & Healthy Eating)
Wednesday - June 12th: 4:00-5:00 (Muscles & Movements)
Wednesday - June 19th: 4:00-5:00 (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 session. Enroll at the Helena Family YMCA Front Desk. Total cost $15.00 for Members, $20 for prospective-Members.
MEET YOUR MUSCLES
Do you have questions understanding the fitness equipment? Come to our New Member Equipment Orientation.
YMCA Health & Wellness Director Ben Wahl will be your guide offering advice, demonstrations, and instructions on the proper use of all fitness equipment. This knowledge will help you build a better plan in achieving your health and fitness goals.
This is a great way to meet our staff, meet other new Members...and, well, meet your muscles!
Mondays @ 5:30pm Wednesdays @ 12:00pm
Call or visit the Front Desk to sign up.
See Ben Wahl our Health and Wellness Director 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.
Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:15 PM, beginning April 11.
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!
