Group Fitness Classes

HUNTERDON COUNTY YMCA ADULT GROUP FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

BRING YOUR OWN FITNESS MAT TO ALL GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

3-D FUNCTIONAL TRAINING – 30 minute total body workout that integrates strength and cardio training to build muscle, burn calories and improve agility in varying different directions.  Intermediate to Advanced

BARRE – Using ballet barre/chair, workout is focused on low-impact/high intensity movements designed to strengthen the total body.  Non-slip (barre) socks highly recommended.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

BOOT CAMP  – Military style total body conditioning workout incorporates cardio and strength drills.  INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED

CHAIR YOGA – Using a chair, explore the mind-body connection by learning how to focus, relax and improve circulation.  Designed for those who are new to Yoga or for those that want less intensity.   BEGINNER

HEART AND SOUL – 30 minutes of high intensity heart pumping cardio followed by 30 minutes of soul soothing stretch.  Participants will enjoy using the TRX Suspension Trainer, BOSU, free weights, and other equipment.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) – A 45 minute interval-based class designed to burn fat and increase endurance using high intensity exercises and short breaks. Be prepared to sweat! ALL FITNESS LEVELS

INDOOR CYCLING  – Multi-level cycle ride that will challenge and inspire you to be your best.

LOW IMPACT – Get a great cardiovascular workout with floor aerobics consisting of low impact moves that is great for your heart but easy on your joints.  

MOVE IT!  – Loaded movement training working both strength and cardio together with a focus on QUALITY of motion.  Get all you need in one class and train the way your body was meant to move.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

MUSCLE UP! – Feeling Strong? You will, as you train to increase your muscular strength and endurance. Progress at your own pace using a variety of equipment in a group setting. Functional, core and flexibility training in every class so you can move better every day. Time to muscle up! ALL FITNESS LEVELS

PILATES – Concentrate on alignment and lengthening all of the muscles, while improving flexibility, coordination and strength.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

POWER PUNCH – Combines basic shadow boxing combinations with dumbbell exercises.  This amazing combination of cardio and strength will burn fat and build muscle like nothing else.  It’s a TKO!  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

ROCK YOUR CORE – 30 minute core-oriented workout using moves from a variety of disciplines including Pilates, Yoga and mixed martial arts with a pop/rock beat.  Come on in and rock your core!  All Fitness Levels.

SENIOR FITNESS – Designed specifically for the active older adult, workout offers non-impact aerobics, strength exercises, core work and ends with a relaxing stretch.   BEGINNER

SENIOR STRENGTH – Designed specifically for the active older adult, workout offers strength exercises and standing core work and ends with a relaxing stretch.   BEGINNER

SENIOR STRETCH– Designed specifically for the active older adult, workout offers stretches that provide for healthier mobility and stability.   BEGINNER

TABATA –A challenging, high-intensity interval workout.  Each Tabata round is eight consecutive intervals of maximum intensity for 20 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of recovery.  INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED

TOTAL BODY-Workout designed to work major muscle groups of the body.   ALL FITNESS LEVELS

TRX BOOTCAMP –  Total body conditioning workout that incorporates cardio and strength drills.  Participants will enjoy using the TRX Suspension Trainer, BOSU, free weights, and other equipment.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

TRX GOLD – Do you want to build strength, increase flexibility, mobility, and prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose? TRX GOLD is a full body workout with low impact using the TRX suspension trainer plus other modalities. (BOSU, kettlebells, dumbbells, etc.) Take your workout to a whole new level! Beginner to moderate levels.

ACTIVE TOGETHER – Gives you all the training you need – cardio, strength, balance and flexibility in just one hour.  Get stronger and healthier with inspiring music, hand weights, body weight and simple athletic movements.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

BALANCE & FLEX TOGETHER – Will grow you longer and stronger with an invigorating 60minute mind-body workout.  It incorporate Yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training for balance, mobility, flexibility and the core.  Emotive music drives the experience as you breathe and sweat through this full-body fitness journey.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

CARDIO STEP TOGETHER – 60 minutes of cardio training that uses The Step in highly effective, athletic ways.  It will get your heart pounding and sweat pouring as you improve your agility, coordination and strength with exciting music and group energy.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

CORE FOCUS TOGETHER – strengthens everything from your shoulders to your hips to make you stronger, quicker, and faster in all you do.

DEFEND TOGETHER – Is a gripping hour that burns a ton of calories and builds total body strength.  Tap into the newest mixed martial arts movements done at a rapid-fire pace to smash your cardio fitness.  This workout combines cutting-edge moves with thrilling music.  INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED

GROOVE TOGETHER – Will make you sweat with a smile during this energizing hour of dance fitness.  It’s a sizzling cardio experience that is a fusion of club, urban and Latin dance styles set to current hits and energetic songs.  ALL FITNESS LEVELS

STRENGTH TRAIN TOGETHER – Will blast all your muscles with a high-rep weight training workout.  Using and barbell, weight plates and body weight, this workout combines squats, lunges, presses and curls, with functional integrated exercises.  Dynamic music and a motivating group atmosphere will get your heart rate up, make you sweat and push you to a personal best.   ALL FITNESS LEVELS

Any questions, please contact Carmen Farrand, Interim Director of Healthy Living,  908-782-1044 x 4919,  cfarrand@hcymca.org.