Special teen fitness classes and weight-training are offered. Fitness classes and the YMCA weight-training certification program are included with your YMCA Fitness Membership.
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 Jen Kirkpatrick, 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 x111 or e-mail Katie Allison, Group Fitness Director at kallison@sloymca.org with any questions!
Closed some holidays, please click here for holiday schedule.
Color Key:
Main Gym = White
Cycling Room = Gray
Specialty Fitness = Black
Summer Fitness Schedule
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.
Body Conditioning - A total body exercise class, using weights for strengthening muscles, followed by abs and stretch.
Cycling - Designed for all fitness levels. Burn calories and build stamina. NEW participants should arrive at least 10 minutes early to learn how to set up their bikes.
Gentle Yoga - This class offers basic restorative yoga postures and emphasizes slow deep breathing and relaxation.
Intermediate Yoga - Prerequisite: Min. of 10 beginning yoga classes within the last 6 months. Asanas require strength, flexibility & stamina. Knowledge of intermediate asana, pranayama & meditation assumed. Cadence is slow, coordinated with breath.
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.
Under the guidance of Sensei Louis Garcia (named Sensei of the Year 2008), students of the San Luis Obispo County YMCA Dojo practice the fundamentals of Shotokan Karate. The San Luis Obispo County YMCA Dojo was also named Dojo of the Year 2008 by the Funakoshi Karate Association (FSKA) - presented by Shihan Kenneth Funakoshi, decendent of the founder of Karate, Gichin Funakoshi.
Shotokan Karate is one of the four main schools of Karate in Japan. It is best characterized by its long and deep stances and its use of more linear movements.
Shotokan Karate has little of the circular movements found in other karate styles.
This martial arts based workout will teach the basic stances, covers, kicks and punches of Kenpo Karate. Kenpo places equal emphasis on the use of hands and feet and uses similar fighting techniques to other Okinawan fighting styles. Kenpo also practices Kata or forms like other martial arts. Whereas most Karate styles use white gis (uniforms) throughout, a visual characteristic of Kenpo is its use of black Gis for higher grades and even the mixing of black Gi tops with white pants and vice versa.
Meditation - Learn and practice techniques to quiet the mind and body. Medical research reveals that regular practice of meditation produces a number of mental and physical changes related to successful living and aging. Benefits include improvement in immune function, brain activity, cardio efficiency, memory and more.
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.
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.
Intermediate Yoga - Prerequisite: Min. of 10 beginning yoga classes within the last 6 months. Asanas require strength, flexibility & stamina. Knowledge of intermediate asana, pranayama & meditation assumed. Cadence is slow, coordinated with breath.
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.
For over 50 years,
the San Luis Obispo County YMCA
has worked diligently to offer
programs that improve the lives of
members of the communities it
serves.
Massage is another way the YMCA
improves each person by
rejuvenating the spirit, mind, and
body for a total health experience.
Massage is an incredible
way to add relaxation to your
everyday busy lifestyle, increase
blood circulation, offer relief from
muscle aches and pain, and
enhance energy levels.
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.
Shiatsu Massage:
Shiatsu, a relaxation massage, is a finger pressure massage technique that applies pressure with the thumbs, finger, and palms to specific areas of the body. Massage techniques like tapping, squeezing, rubbing, and applied pressure are applied along the meridians to unblock energy blockages. Minimal clothing is recommended.
Sport /Deep Tissue Massage: Designed to deal with specific body
discomfort., this work focuses on the areas of
complaint: neck, shoulders, back, hips, etc.,
with the goal of releasing restrictions or
“knots” in the muscles. The techniques used
rarely require lubricants; as a result, the work
is usually done through clothing. Gym attire
is preferred.
Chair Massage:
A great way to get quick treatment on your back,
neck and shoulders.
Couples Hands-On Massage Class:
Hands-on classes teach you how to help your
partner relieve tension, back pain and
headaches. Clients will learn techniques over
clothing.
James Shapiro, LMT has been Nationally
Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
and a member of the American Massage Therapy
Association since 1993.
He has been certified in Myofascial Therapy
1995. His specialties include Sport and Performance
massage, Injury/Post-Surgical Rehabilitation,
and Deep Tissue therapy for chronic pain.
Contact Jim Shapiro (805) 543-8235 x123 jshapiro@sloymca.org
Personal Training
How can running or walking on a treadmill,
lifting weights or getting on a stair climber
give you more energy? Well, it’s a proven fact.
People who do even a small amount of exercise
several times a week feel more energetic,
their sleeping patterns improve and their
self-confidence increases, not to mention
what it does for them physically. New Members can schedule one equipment orientation to help you get started to
better fitness. This session is free with your
new Y membership, if scheduled within 30 days
of enrollment.
Not a New Member?
Or Maybe You Want More?
The YMCA’s Personal Fitness Program
is focused on helping you reach your goals,
in a well-rounded work-out. We encourage you
to work on your own, but for those of us who need
a bit of guidance or encouragement, the YMCA offers a
comprehensive personal training program.
Work with a personal trainer just once or schedule
regular personal sessions to fit your needs.
One session is perfect for a fitness assessment that will give you a training framework to work on your own.
Multiple sessions from 5 to 15 can help monitor your
progress and ramp up your training to address specific
muscle groups or performance needs.
Only Have 30 Minutes?
Then you've got time to build a healthier you.
Click here for a personal training program designed
for your busy schedule. Just $20 for 30 minutes of
one-on-one training.
To schedule an appointment for one of these personal
training options or for more information, ask at our Member Services Counter,
Three courts to choose from on a reservation basis.
Courts may be reserved up to one week ahead of time.
Call Member Services to schedule your court time at 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 Sinsheimer 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 12-16 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 and attend one of our many Group Exercise Classes to get them on a road of fitness and
health. Certification program is free with your YMCA fitness
membership.
Youth & Teen Fitness Class Schedule
Children’s Classes (3 – 6 year olds)
Tumbling Minis(ages 3 – 6): Children will learn basic gymnastics and tumbling, headstands, somersaults and more!
Racquetball Jr. (ages 3 – 6): Children will learn to play and have a great time in a safe, supportive environment!
Creative Dance (3 – 6): Using basic dance fundamentals to improve technique, kinetic awareness and improvisation in a fun and inspiring atmosphere.
Ballet Minis (3 – 6): Little ballerinas develop basic skills, technique and musicality while exploring the world of ballet.
Combined Age Classes (4 – 10 year olds)
Jumping Jam (4 – 10): Grab a jump rope and join in! Kids will learn basics of jump rope, as well as tricks to show off! Single rope jumping and double dutch will be included.
Outdoor Games (4 – 10): Come out and play! Kids will get to play a variety of games, everything from tag to leapfrog to capture the flag! Lots of activity packed into an hour of play time!
Fun with Food (4 – 10): Food included! Kids will learn all about the different food groups as well as how to make nutritious snacks and meals.
Youth Classes (7 – 12 year olds)
Tumbling (ages 7 – 12): Learn basic gymnastics and tumbling, cartwheels, bridges, handstands and more!
Racquetball (ages 7 – 12): Younger children will learn to play and have a great time in a safe, supportive environment!
Shotokan Karate (ages 8 – 16): Learn all the basics of this ancient martial art. Gain discipline while getting a great workout.
Jazz (7 – 12): Youth will learn the basics of jazz dance as well as take technique to the next level with combinations and choreography to pop music.
Ballet (7 – 12): Focus on refining technique and elaborating abilities in a positive and diligent environment
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