Special teen weight-training and fitness classes are offered. Fitness classes and the YMCA weight-training certification program are included with your YMCA Fitness Membership.
to YMCA members (including helmet) at the San Luis Obispo Fitness Center. Indoor cycling classes are also offered regularly.For Class Info Click here.
New Bike Racks!
Many thanks to Ed Davidson, Terry Conner and many others for sponsoring new bike
racks in front of the YMCA's San Luis Obispo Health and Fitness Facility. Contributors include: Santa Barbara Stone, Central Coast Freshcrete Cement, Rod Hoadley (Peak Racks-SLO), Mr. and Mrs. John Rossetti; Sharon Conner Whitney (Tennessee) and numerous other friends. Thank you. The YMCA is seeking an additional $475 to cover the complete costs for these racks. Anyone interested is encouraged to contact Nathan Asher, Membership Director. Your support is appreciated.
Many thanks to Art's Cyclery for its donation of these bicycles and helmets.
Fitness Classes for All Ages
YMCA - San Luis Obispo Classes
The following classes are offered at our San Luis Obispo County YMCA Program Center at 1020 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo.
All classes are FREE with Fitness Membership or $10 per class without a Fitness Membership
For more information on membership, please click here. Memberships can be by visit, by month or by year as best suits your needs.
Why Group Exercise?
Group exercise provides social support, accountability and structure with a set date and time. The classes offer time-efficient and functional workouts in a social and fun environment. The instructors and other participants are a great source of encouragement and motivation. All members are welcome to all classes.
For more fitness information: Call 543-8235 x112, or e-mail Doriana Pirolo, Group Exercise Coordinator at dpirolo@sloymca.org with any questions!
Get a great workout in with these classes that we have designed to be completed in about 30 minutes. Great for those with a busy lifestyle!
Class Descriptions - Classes are included with your fitness membership
AB LAB - 25 minutes of core strengthening exercises designed to target and define your mid-section for those rock hard abs you have always wanted.
Aerobic Step & Sculpt - 30 minutes of high energy aerobic exercises guaranteed to make you sweat! With resistance exercises, abs and stretching you are on your way to a stronger and slimmer body.
Body Conditioning - A total body exercise class, using weights for strengthening muscles, followed by abs and stretch.
Circuit Training - designed to burn fat while you develop muscular definition and endurance.
Cycling - Designed for all fitness levels. Burn calories and build stamina. NEW participants should arrive at least 10 minuets early to learn how to set up their bikes.
Into Action 50+Active Older Adults - 25 minutes of cardio, 25 minutes of strengthening and core and 10 minutes of stretching. Elevate your heart rate with low impact aerobics. Free weights and stability balls are used for a complete workout.
Karate - Karate (Shotokan and Kempo)—This martial arts based workout will teach the basic stances, covers, kicks and punches of Kempo and Shotokan Karate.
NIA - This class selects movements from martial arts, dance and Tai Chi for a total body workout.
Pilates - This class emphasizes core strength, flexibility and alignment to sculpt a leaner and more athletic frame. Highly recommended!
Silver Sneakers®/ AOA (Active Older Adult) Fitness - Move to the music through a variety of exercises intended to increase muscular strength and range of motion for daily living skills. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.
Stretch - Increase flexibility, perform a total body stretch and leave feeling refreshed.
Tai Chi - Find relaxation through movement. This is a series of flowing movements that help improve coordination and balance.
Total Balance - A variety of exercises specifically designed to improve balance will not only give you a workout but give you the tools needed for fall prevention.
Yoga - This class teaches major yoga poses (Asanas), emphasizing proper body alignment and breathing at a slower pace.
Gentle Yoga - This class offers basic restorative yoga postures and emphasizes slow deep breathing and relaxation.
Kids Gym Hours:
Monday – Friday:
8:30am – 1:00pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday:
9:00am – 12:30pm
*Hours subject to change if low attendance.
Hiking Trails In SLO County
San Luis Obispo County has many great places you can take
an easy walk or challenge yourself
with a hard hike.
Swedish: Best choice for relaxation and reducing
blood pressure. Consists of long flowing
strokes ranging from very light to fairly deep
using oil. Compressions, stretching or gentle
rocking movements may also be used. Minimal
clothing suggested. Draping is required.
Aromatherapy Massage: Treat sore muscles, relax, energize or rejuvenate
with custom aromatherapy to suit your specific
needs.
Hand & Foot Massage: Perfect for the person who needs to work out
their everyday stresses but doesn't want completely
relax with a full-body massage. Your stresses will
ebb away through your hands and feet with this
specialized treatment.
Sports Massage: Massage designed to
increase performance in your favorite sport.
Facilitated intense stretching will be added to
deep, sport-specific massage. Done with or
without oil. Minimal clothing suggested.
Draping is required.
Couples Hands-On Massage:
Class: Hands-on classes teach you how to
• Encouragement
• Motivation
• Expert Guidance
• Proper Form & Technique
• Specialized Warm-Ups
• Therapeutic Cool-Downs
• Injury Prevention Tips
• Train In Your Heart Zone
• Resistance Training
• Boost Your Metabolism
• Offer Basic Nutrition Info
Small Group Training Fees
Small Group Express Session: $35
30-Minute Workout
Designed for Exercisers
With a Busy Lifestyle. Get In • Get Out • Get Fit!
Small Group Regular Session: $50
60-Minute Workout
with a Combination of Cardiovascular
and Strength Conditioning.
What Is Small Group Training?
Our Small Group Training gives YMCA Members
the opportunity to workout with friends and
family under the guidance and motivation of a
Certified YMCA Professional Personal Trainer.
Working Out with friends is a great way to stay
motivated and keep with a fitness regiment.
Our Trainers will develop an enjoyable fitness
program and focus on exercises that target
specific areas, such as firming abdominal muscles
or defining arm muscles. We will create a program
that meets the fitness needs of you and your
Small Workout Group. Our Trainer will walk you
through each phase and offer suggestions
while discussing your personal needs.
Racquetball & Handball
Three courts to choose from on a reservation basis.
Courts may be reserved up to one week ahead of time.
Call the YMCA front desk to schedule your court, 543-8235.
Swimming
LAP SWIM HOURS:
Monday-Friday
6:00-8:00am
11:30-1:00 pm
5:30-7:30 pm
Saturday
6:30-8:00 am
11:30-1:00 pm
AQUA AEROBICS:
Monday -Friday
11:40-12:30pm
5:40 - 6:30 pm
Saturday
11:40-12:30 pm
Offered At Shinsheimer Pool, in collaboration with the
City of San Luis Obispo Park & Recreation Department
SLO SWIM CENTER
781-7284
Teen Fitness Classes &
Weight-Training Certification
Get Certified and Get Fit With Weight-Training
Youth ages 12-15 can receive training to use the weight training equipment at the YMCA. After four short sessions covering the basics of exercise, nutrition and body structure, participating youth will receive certification to use the Y's weight training equipment to get them on a road of fitness and health. Certification program is free with your
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