Abington YMCA Wellness Programs
The YMCA health and wellness programs are developmentally appropriate and help people at any stage of life build positive health habits. Participation in YMCA programs offers youth and adults opportunities for friendship and community, a sense of well-being, increased self-confidence and improved mental abilities.
YMCA programs and services cut across diverse populations with diverse needs and attempt to take into account the total-health of each person. The YMCA provides a variety of health and wellness programs including exercise and water fitness classes for people and families of all ages, health and wellness seminars, educational classes, personalized training programs, non-competitive youth and adult sports leagues and social opportunities for seniors and families.
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Abs Blast
Designed to firm and strengthen abdominals, lower back, inner thighs, outer thighs and the gluteus maximus. Included is a 20 minute cardio session.
Adult Karate
This popular program is growing and we want you to be apart of it. The reason this class has gotten so big is because we teach self discipline while having fun . Children will have the opportunity to learn kicks, punches and other safe move s. The YMCA strongly endorses teaching our youth the values of the YMCA - Caring, Honesty, Responsibility and Respect. Please see the Mr. Scott for uniform in formation.
Body Toning
A tone and trim workout with high repetitive movements, utilizing hand weights and focusing on the entire body.
Boot Camp
Give your old workout routine the high intensity boost it has been looking for. With a combination of calisthenics, cardio, and strength, this class is sure way to get the benefits of a personal trainer while building comradeship in a group enviroment.
Hatha Yoga
This class challenges the body and mind through strenthgning, stretching, relaxing and breathing. Flexibility, strength and muscle tone will continually improv e as your mind, body and spirit work together in harmony.
Kickboxing
Give your old workout routine the high intensity boost it has been looking for. With a combination of calisthenics, cardio, and strength, this class is sure way to get the benefits of a personal trainer while building comradeship in a grou p enviroment.
Nutrition Counseling
Healthy eating is important to overall wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention. Learn to eat well in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. Maria Morsi, MS,RD,LDN will provide this one-on-one expert nutrition assessment and nutrition counseling.
Pilates
This exercise format focuses on core abdominal strength, body alignment, concentration, and yoga-like stretching. Pilates creates length in the muscles while building core strength and increasing flexibility.
Power Hour
Total body muscular workout that starts with a high intensity step class and is followed by 50 minutes of major muscle group workout. Our new adjustable barbells, dumbbells and stability balls will assist in making sure every muscle is worked.
Spinning
A cardio workout done on a specially designed stationary bike simulating a road bike ride. It is a fun way to exercise to music. Challenging to all fitness levels.
Training (Personal & Private)
If motivation seems to be inhibiting your success in personal fitness, let one of our personal trainers get you back on track. One hour sessions are available by appointment only.
Training (Group)
Looking for a change in your exercise program? Learn how to use free weights in the Olympic Weight Room. Ronna Kassel will teach you how to properly incorporate free weight exercises into your routine. Open to anyone over 16. Limit of 10 participants.
Teen / Pre-teen Programs
Youth Boot Camp
This exercise format focuses on core abdominal strength, body alignment, concentration, and yoga-like stretching. Pilates creates length in the muscles while building core strength and increasing flexibility.
Youth Pilates
Total body muscular workout that starts with a high intensity step class and is followed by 50 minutes of major muscle group workout. Our new adjustable barbells, dumbbells and stability balls will assist in making sure every muscle is worked.
Fit FUNdamentals
A cardio workout done on a specially designed stationary bike simulating a road bike ride. It is a fun way to exercise to music. Challenging to all fitness levels.
Special Offerings
Body Composition Analysis
A FREE 5-minute assessment conducted by a fitness professional to determine your body’s estimated percentage of fat.
Contact Missy DiMassa x1850 for an appointment.
Blood Pressure Screening
Screenings are offered in the lobby the 2nd Tuesday and Saturday of each month by a medical professional. Wellness Coaches can take blood pressures at any time in the FitnessCenter.
Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, stress and to promote health and wellness. A variety of treatments are now available, prices vary by service. For appointments at the Abington YMCA or for more information contact Carolyn Stern at 215-280-5694, or visit www.massagebycarolyn@comcast.net
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Free to all Full Privilege Members
For more detailed information on these classes. Please download our brochure or call (215) 884-9622
