Health and Wellness
Wellness Class Schedule
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Wellness Class Schedule |
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Friday |
Saturday |
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6-7am |
Energizer Combo |
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600-645
2-min. Train |
Cycling* |
Inst.
Choice |
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815-9am |
SilverSneakers® MSROM
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Yoga** |
SilverSneakers® MSROM
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SilverSneakers® Cardio Circuit |
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915-10am |
Total Body Blast |
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Instructors Choice
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915-1015 Zumba/ Inst. Choice June 12th |
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930-1030am |
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Cycling*; FitKids*
(starts June 8)
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Yoga**;
Cycling*;
FitKids*
(starts June 10) |
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Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming events and specialty fitness
classes to spice up your summer routine! |
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1005-1035am |
Core Power**
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Core Power**
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1030-11
Core&Arms
(following cycling, no sign up needed)
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11-1130am |
Active Older Adult Fitness
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Active Older Adult Fitness
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Active Older Adult Fitness
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1215-1245pm |
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Cycling* |
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115-145pm |
Basic Step & Tone
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530-6pm |
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Cycling*
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Energizer Combo |
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530-630 pm |
Fit Kids*; Cycling*;
Cardio Mix |
Fit Kids*;
Cardio- kickboxing
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Cycling*+Core |
Fit Kids*;
2-minuteTraining |
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605-650pm |
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ZUMBA! |
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635-720pm |
Core Power**; NEW: MORE POWER MIX!
(following cycling, no
sign up needed) |
Basic Step & Tone
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Basic Step & Tone
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* You must sign up in advance for Cycling and Fit Kids.
** You must bring your own mat for Yoga, Pilates, and Core Power.
NOTE: all classes and instructors are subject to change!
Wellness Classes Descriptions
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Group fitness instructors are certified by YMCA, ACE, AFAA, and / or ACSM or have a four-year degree in a fitness field. Please do not enter class more than 5 minutes late as risk of injury greatly increases after the warm-up period. Instructors may determine tardiness too risky or disruptive for the class. There must be three participants to have class. |
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Fit Kids
Activate America
Activate America
The Laurens YMCA is one of 631 YMCA Associations who have committed to being a part of the Y-USA initiative, “Activate America.” This is equivalent to more than 2000 YMCA’s. YMCA Activate America is the national mobilization effort to promote healthy living among millions of Americans. As an Activate America YMCA we will:
- Support individuals in their journey to create and sustain a healthy lifestyle
- Commit to being an integral part of our community’s efforts to make long-lasting changes that support healthy living
- Commit to collaboration with public, private and other nonprofit organizations to maximize our impact on your health and the health of our community
- Aspire to model and celebrate healthy living in all we do.
As a part of the Activate America initiative a customized wellness program was created through collaboration between the Upstate South Carolina YMCA’s; Wellness Works combines a holistic approach to healthy living with the precision of state-of-the-art fitness software. Designed for people ages 13 and up, the three main components of Wellness Works are:
- Fitness analysis
- Nutrition counseling
- Continuing education
The best part about the program is that it’s FREE TO ALL MEMBERS and is an added benefit to your YMCA Membership.
To learn more about Wellness Works and its components please visit Brie Holmes, Wellness Director, at the Laurens Family YMCA.
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Learn more about Activate America by visiting: http://www.ymca.net/activateamerica/ Join Activate Laurens County by visiting: http://activatelaurenscounty.org/ |
Personal Training / Nutritional Counseling
Personal Training
One-on-One Packages: Member / Non-Member
(one trainer / one client)
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2 sessions: |
$50 / $75 |
(must be used within 2 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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4 sessions: |
$85 / $135 |
(must be used within 4 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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8 sessions: |
$150 / $225 |
(must be used within 4 weeks of 1st appointment) |
One-on-Two Packages: Member / Non-Member
(one trainer / two clients)
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2 sessions: |
$85 / $110 |
(must be used within 2 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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4 sessions: |
$150 / $175 |
(must be used within 4 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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8 sessions: |
$240 / $270 |
(must be used within 4 weeks of 1st appointment) |
Combination Packages: Member / Non-Member
Personal Training & Nutritional Counseling
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2 Personal Training Sessions + 1 Nutritional Counseling Session |
$75 / $100 |
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4 Personal Training Sessions + 2 Nutritional Counseling Sessions |
$100 / $125 |
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* One session is equal to one hour, and may be divided into two half-hour sessions. For more information contact Brie Holmes, |
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Personal Training |
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for Teens |
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Single Packages: Member / Non-Member
(one trainer / one client)
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2 sessions: |
$30 / $50 |
(must be used within 2 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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4 sessions: |
$45 / $75 |
(must be used within 4 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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8 sessions: |
$80 / $135 |
(must be used within 8 weeks of 1st appointment) |
Buddy Packages: Member / Non-Member
(one trainer / two clients)
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2 sessions: |
$50 / $70 |
(must be used within 2 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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4 sessions: |
$75 / $105 |
(must be used within 4 weeks of 1st appointment) |
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8 sessions: |
$80 / $135 |
(must be used within 8 weeks of 1st appointment) |
Applications for personal training packages can be found at the front desk.
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See Brie Holmes, Wellness Director, for more information. brie@laurensymca.org |
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The Office Workout
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Here are a few simple exercises that can be done at your desk throughout the day to increase circulation, flexibilty, and strength. This workout is not to replace a regular fitness program, but works as an option when you can’t get away from your desk. Always consult a physician prior to starting any exercise program. |
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Wrist Stretch: Extend arm in front, palm up and grab the fingers with other hand. Gently pull the fingers towards you to stretch the forearm, holding for 20 - 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side. |
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Wrist & Forearm: Press hands together in front of chest, elbows bent and parallel to the floor. Gently bend wrists to the right and left for 10 reps. |
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Lower Back Stretch: Sit tall and place the left arm behind left hip. Gently twist to the left, using the right hand to deepen the stretch, holding for 20 - 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side. |
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Hip Flexion: Sit tall with the abs in and lift the left foot off the floor a few inches, knee bent. Hold for 2 seconds, lower and repeat for 16 reps. Repeat on the other side. |
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Leg Extension: Sit tall with the abs in and extend the left leg until it's level with hip, squeezing the quadriceps. Hold for 2 seconds, lower and repeat for 16 reps. Repeat on the other side. |
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Inner Thigh: Place towel, firm water bottle or an empty coffee cup between the knees as you sit up tall with the abs in. Squeeze the bottle or cup, release halfway and squeeze again, completing 16 reps of slow pulses. |
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Chair Exercises |
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Chair Squat: While sitting, lift up until your hips are just hovering over the chair, arms out for balance. Hold for 2 - 3 seconds, stand all the way up and repeat for 16 reps. |
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Dips: Make sure chair is stable and place hands next to hips. Move hips in front of chair and bend the elbows, lowering the body until the elbows are at 90 degrees. Push back up and repeat for 16 reps. |
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One-Leg Squat: Make sure the chair is stable and take one foot slightly in front of the other. Use the hands for leverage as you push up into a one-legged squat, hovering just over the chair and keeping the other leg on the floor for balance. Lower and repeat, only coming a few inches off the chair for 12 reps. Repeat on the other side. |
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Front Raise to Triceps Press: Sit tall with the abs in and hold a full water bottle in the left hand. Lift the bottle up to shoulder level, pause, and then continue lifting all the way up over the head. When the arm is next to the ear, bend the elbow, taking the water bottle behind you and contracting the triceps. Straighten the arm and lower down, repeating for 12 reps on each arm. |
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Bicep Curl: Hold water bottle in right hand and, with abs in and spine straight, curl bottle towards shoulder for 16 reps. Repeat other side. |
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Side Bends: Hold a water bottle with both hands and stretch it up over the head, arms straight. Gently bend towards the left as far as you can, contracting the abs. Come back to center and repeat to the right. Complete 10 reps (bending to the right and left is one rep). |
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Ab Twists: Hold the water bottle at chest level and, keeping the knees and hips forward, gently twist to the left as far as you comfortably can, feeling the abs contract. Twist back to center and move to the left for a total of 10 reps. Don't force it or you may end up with a back injury. |
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Smoking and Fitness
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It’s no secret that smoking negatively affects your health. Among other consequences, smoking decreases your lung capacity making functions of daily living more difficult, increases your blood pressure, and harms, weakens, and blocks arteries in your heart, increasing the risk of heart attack and / or stroke. Below are links to a few web sites with more information about the effects of smoking, the benefits of quitting and how smoking relates to exercise and fitness. |
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For information on the effects of smoking and how to quit: |
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For information about smoking and exercise: http://www.thedietchannel.com/Why-Smoking-And-Exercise-Dont-Mix.htm |
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YPACT
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P.A.C.T. |
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Parents And Children Together |
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Program Mission: |
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Overview:
YPACT is an ALL NEW, free program for current YMCA members. Youth (Ages 12 – 14) and their parents participate in a one-hour orientation, familiarizing them to the building, equipment, safety precautions, and health / fitness concepts. Following the orientation, parents AND children complete a quiz. Upon passing the quiz, participants earn a badge to wear any time they want to come into the facility and workout together. The badge allows youth access to otherwise restricted areas of the Y: cardio room, fitness studio, and Life Fitness Equipment roo, as long as they are with their parents. Parents are responsible for monitoring their child’s safety and behavior in the facility. YPACT is limited to one child per parent per session. All participants are expected to abide by facility rules and safety guidelines. A schedule of orientations and registration forms are located at the front desk.
YPACT Rules:
- Both children and parents must complete the YPACT orientation and pass the YPACT quiz in order to participate in the program.
- One child per parent is permitted per session.
- Parent and child must remain together throughout the workout and must have their YPACT badges visible.
- YPACT is a program designed for 12 – 14 year olds and their parents with the intention that parents will closely monitor their child’s behavior and safety in the facility.
Laurens Family YMCA: We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
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