Group Fitness Classes

Our group fitness classes welcome all ages and fitness levels. Taking a group class means making new friends and having fun while gaining strength, endurance and energy. Our skilled and certified instructors provide a welcoming, supportive environment suitable for all abilities. Come out and enjoy your favorite Y classes and instructors with friends as you exercise and stay healthy together.

ABOUT OUR CLASSES

Access to unlimited group fitness classes is one of the best benefits of Y membership. Zumba, yoga, cycling, BODYPUMP, water exercise, Forever Fit, family-friendly classes and more — we truly have a class for everybody! See below to find basic descriptions of our cardio, mind/body, strength classes, and check the group fitness schedule to see what’s available at a branch near you.

Cardio

Get your blood pumping with one of our cardio classes. Heart health is an important part of healthy living, and high-energy fitness is just the way to achieve it. Find the cardio circuit right for you!

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Mind/Body

The connection between your mind and body is an important part of establishing a wellness routine. Explore these classes dedicated to building long-lasting benefits such as tranquility, and flexibility.

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Strength

Get back to the basics and try something new with our range of options to build muscle and grow stronger! Use our state-of-the-art equipment and learn from our expert instructors to grow stronger.

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What to expect:

  • Bring your own mat, towel and water bottle.
  • Attendance is first come, first served. Some locations issue passes for popular classes, usually 30 minutes prior to the class start time.
  • if you’re new, try to arrive a few minutes early and introduce yourself. Our instructors are great at providing modifications for different fitness levels!

View our guidelines for fitness classes.

Family-Friendly Group Exercise:

We have added new family-friend classes for ages 7 and up! These classes are a fun way for families to exercise while spending time together. When viewing the Group Exercise finder, select 7+ under age and your branch to view the options. Learn more!

Group Fitness Schedules by Branch

Whether you’re new to the community or simply looking for new ways to exercise, check out any of our group exercise activities by branch below:

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Cameron Family YMCA View Week View Today
Copley-Price Family YMCA View Week View Today
Dan McKinney Family YMCA View Week View Today
Jackie Robinson Family YMCA View Week View Today
Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA View Week View Today
John A. Davis Family YMCA View Week View Today
Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA View Week View Today
McGrath Family YMCA View Week View Today
Mission Valley YMCA View Week View Today
Rancho Family YMCA View Week View Today
Ryan Family YMCA View Week View Today
South Bay Family YMCA View Week View Today
Toby Wells YMCA View Week View Today

GUIDELINES FOR GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Welcome

  • Arrive on time. Let your instructor know if you need to leave early, and position yourself closest to the exit.
  • Honor the shared transition time between classes; enter the room at the completion of the previous class.
  • Drinks must be in a sealed container (no glass).

Respect for all

  • While we encourage exercising with friends, reserving space is not permitted.
  • Please dress appropriately and refrain from denim, swimwear and open-toed shoes.
  • Excessive use of perfume, cologne and scented lotions is not permitted.
  • Phones must be silenced and stored away.

For your safety

  • Face coverings must be worn upon completion of exercise.
  • Follow the instructor’s routine except for modifications.
  • Stereo equipment should only be managed by a YMCA team member.

Clean and tidy

  • Spray equipment to clean before and after use.
  • Wipe down exercise equipment and return to proper storage area when finished.

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