For a current schedule of group exercise classes, please visit our schedules page.
MULTI-LEVEL | BEGINNER | BEGINNER - INTERMEDIATE | INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED
Welcome to the Tuckahoe Family YMCA Land Group Exercise Department. All of our instructors are nationally certified through either the YMCA of the USA, the American Council on Exercise or the Aerobic Fitness Association of America. They are all certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR/AED) as well.
We make every effort to provide you with multilevel, fun-filled quality programs. This website will give you a brief description of what classes we provide. The abbreviations at the end of each class description are used on the schedules, which are provided conveniently on-line or at our facility. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to serve you.
MULTI-LEVEL CLASSES
These classes are designed to accommodate all skill and fitness levels.
Arthritis Exercise
This class is specifically designed for increasing range of motion around the joints. Participants remain in chairs. A good class for people confined to wheelchairs--45 minutes.
Adult/Youth Cycle
A non-impact, cardiovascular class performed indoors to music on a specially designed stationary bike. Open to everyone ages 11 and up that are able to fit the bike. This class has more instruction and uses contemporary music. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 740-9622 after 1:00 PM the day before the class. New students must arrive 10 minutes prior to class. Bring a towel and water bottle. Reservations are void at the class start time. Please arrive 10 minutes before the class and bring a towel and water bottle--45 minutes.
Bodyshape
A strength training class designed to shape and tone the body using various types of equipment. New students may use lighter resistance--60 minutes.
Cycle
A non-impact, cardiovascular class performed indoors to music on a specially designed stationary bike. Anyone over the age of 11 may attedn any cycle class as long as they are able to fit the bike. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 740-9622 after 1:00 PM the day before the class . Reservations are void at the class start time. New Students must arrive 10 minutes prior to class for bike set up. Please arrive 10 minutes before the class and bring a towel and water bottle.
Hatha Yoga
Gentle body workout emphasizing strength and flexibility through stretching, toning and proper breathing techniques along with stress reduction through relaxation practices--60 minutes.
Hatha Yoga Plus
This class focuses on postures (seated, standing, reclined and inverted) and breathe to improve strength, flexibility and balance.Participants are encouraged to use breathing and proper alignment to focus inward and bring health and energy to the body. Vinyasa flows (postures linked to breath) as well as more challenging postures than the Hatha class may be included--60 minutes.
Journey
A non-impact, cardiovascular class performed indoors to music on a specially designed stationary bike. Anyone over the age of 11 may attedn any cycle class as long as they are able to fit the bike. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 740-9622 after 1:00 PM the day before the class. Reservations are void at the class start time. New Students must arrive 10 minutes prior to class for bike set up. Please arrive 10 minutes before the class and bring a towel and water bottle.
On the Ball
A strength training class that uses a variety of equipment which may include weights, steps as props, tubing, stability balls and/or BOSUs®; great for balance and core training. New students may use lighter resistance and focus on core stabilization--60 minutes.
Yin Yoga
Focuses on stretching hips, pelvis and lower back with an inward focus. Poses are held longer and done on the floor. Please bring a pillow and blanket with you to class --60 minutes.
Yang Yin Yoga 3
1/2 Hatha Yoga, 1/2 Yin Yoga, Bring a pillow and blanket to class. (90 Minutes)
Zumba
A fun-filled all cardio class with Latin music, moves and rhythms. Open to all levels--60 minutes.
LEVEL 1 CLASSES - BEGINNERS ONLY
These classes are designed for the beginner participant, defined as those with low skill level or low fitness levels.
Senior Cardio 1
Designed for the active older adult who is new to aerobics, although any beginner is welcome. Learn the "language" of aerobics while getting a good workout--30 minutes.
SilverSneakers®1
Designed to increase strength, range of motion, agility, balance, and coordination. Improves functional capacities, physical fitness level, and sense of well-being. A chair is used for some or all exercises--45 minutes.
Step 1
Learn the basic steps and easy to follow step patterns, join anytime--30 minutes.
LEVEL 2 CLASSES - BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE
These classes are designed for the beginner to intermediate participant, defined as those with beginner to intermediate skill and fitness levels.
Cardio 2
An all cardio, low to moderate intensity, low impact aerobics class using floor routines--45 minutes.
Cardio+Strength 2
A class with ½ low to moderate intensity, low impact, easy to follow floor aerobic and ½ strength and core work--60 minutes.
Circle Step 2
A cardio class using Step 2 level aerobic moves with the steps positioned in a circle with participants moving from step to step. Offered as a specialty class--60 minutes.
Double Step 2
A cardio class using Step 2 moves. 2 steps for each person.Offered as a specialty class--60 minutes.
Pilates 2
A core stabilization class designed to strengthen and lengthen the muscles of the body through a series of slow and controlled exercises performed while lying on a mat. Proper breathing technique is emphasized--45 minutes.
SilverSneakers®2
A class designed to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout. Strength work is alternated with low impact aerobics. This class is targeted to active older adults but is open to everyone. A chair is available—45 minutes.
Step 2
More complex step patterns than Step 1--45 minutes.
Stretch & Tone2
Strength work to shape, tone and stretch muscles using various types of equipment. Perfect for active older adults or those new to strength training. Standing and mat work --60 minutes.
TriFit 2
Moderate intensity class with segments of Step 2, kickboxing and strength training. New comers with step experience welcome. Offered as a specialty class--60 minutes.
LEVEL 3 CLASSES - INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED
These classes are designed for the intermediate to advanced participant, defined as those with intermediate to advanced skill and fitness levels.
Bootcamp 3
A high intensity bootcamp style training class. Not for the beginner. (45-60 minute classes)
Cardio 3
An all cardio, moderate to high intensity, mixed impact aerobics class, using floor routines--45 minutes.
Cardio Interval 3
A moderate to high intensity interval training class with alternating intervals of choreographed floor aerobics and strength work. Core work and stretching included--60 minutes.
KickIt+Core 3
Rhythmic kickboxing with core work, --60 minutes.
KickIt Interval 3
Intervals of rythmic kickboxing and strength with core work, --60 minutes.
Quick Cardio 3
An intense, fast paced all cardio class with drills, relays and stations--30 minutes.
Pilates 3
A core stabilization class designed to strengthen and lengthen the muscles of the body through a series of slow and controlled exercises performed while lying on a mat. Proper breathing techniques are emphasized. All levels are welcome, however Pilates 2 is strongly suggested before attending Pilates 3. If you are new, please alert the instructor--60 minutes.
Pilates Ball 3
A core stabilization class designed to strengthen and lengthen the muscles of the body through a series of slow and controlled exercises performed while lying on a mat. Proper breathing techniques are emphasized. All levels are welcome, however, Pilates 2 is strongly suggested before attending Pilates 3. If you are new, please alert the instructor--60 minutes.
Power Yoga 3
Combination of deep breathing and mostly standing yoga postures. To emphasize strength and focus, increasing stamina, flexibility and balance, while reducing stress. Prior yoga experience strongly recommended - 60 minutes.
Step 3
An all cardio class using complex step patterns with high impact options - 45 & 60 minute classes available.
Total body Conditioning 3
Alternating intervals of high intensity cardio and strength.
Vinyasa Yoga 3
A veriation of Power Yoga 3 that links poses through the breath. (60 minutes)
Tri Fit 3
1/3 step 3, 1/3 kickboxing 3, 1/3 strength work. (60 mintues)
Step Interval 3
Alternating intervals of Step 3 level aerobics with strength work--60 minutes