Pat Jones YMCA - Active Older Adults

SilverSneakers®

SilverSneakers® is a fun and energizing program that helps older adults take control of their health through physical activity and social events. SilverSneakers® provides a FREE membership and specialized classes at the Y, and is a benefit for many Medicare plans. If you are part of a Medicare health plan, or if you are a group retiree, you may already have the SilverSneakers® benefit.

SilverSneakers® membership includes:

• Access to YMCA exercise classes, fitness equipment and pools
• Customized SilverSneakers® classes designed exclusively for older adults who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance
• Health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
• Member-only access to online support that can help you lose weight, quit smoking or reduce your stress

Active Older Adults Programs

It's never too late to get in shape! Let the YMCA teach you practices that will keep you going strong for the next 50 years or more! We have fitness programs suited especially to the older adult. Most fitness programs run all year long and are held in the group exercise or wellness areas at each of our branches. Check out our older adult fitness programs below.

SilverSneakers® I - Muscular Strength and Range of Movement
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are offered for resistance and a chair is used for seating and/or standing support.

SilverSneakers® II —Cardio Circuit
Combine fun and fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work using hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, head to toe stretching, and complete relaxation in a comfortable position.

Stretch & Flex
This class is great for the senior who needs an extra push. Focuses on exercises that will increase strength and flexibility.

Strength Training
If you're 50 or older and would like to get involved with strength training, let our Healthy Lifestyle Coaches show you the proper way to use the equipment in our cardio and weight rooms. Sign up for your appointment at our Welcome Center.

Senior Aerobics/Step II
Intermediate/advanced level class with low-impact aerobics and/or step, muscle conditioning, and stretching. Individuals taking this class should be able to move forwards, backwards, and side to side with ease and get up and down from the floor easily.

Gentle Yoga
A 30 minute class focusing on restorative postures, balance, and gentle stretching. Must be able to get up and down from the floor.

Yoga Felx
A 30 minute class focusing on flexibility and range of motion. Must be able to get up and down from the floor.

Aquacise
Non-impact water class designed to increase strength and flexibility. Some water walk-ing and aerobics is included. This is the perfect workout for individuals with arthritis or few exercise options.

H2O Aerobics
A more upbeat, cardio workout that will mostly be done in deep water. Designed for all ages and abilities.