Ozarks Regional YMCA : Older Adults Page

Older Adult Programs

Aquatics | Arts and Humanities | Clubs and Socials | Community Involvement
Health and Wellness | Volunteer

Aquatics
Learning to swim will give you a tremendous sense of accomplishment, build confidence and empower you to enjoy water activities safely. And, nobody does swim lessons like the Ozarks Regional YMCA: 2006 marks the 100 year annivarsary of YMCA group swim lessons! Aquatics programs run all year long at our branches with indoor pools, and are seasonal at some branches. From lessons to lifeguard training to water fitness classes, we've got something to "suit" your fancy.

Aquacise (all ages)—Non-impact water class designed to increase strength and flexibility. This is the perfect workout for those with few exercise options.

Aquajog (all ages)—This low-impact, high-resistance water jog will give you a great cardiovascular water workout. j

Arthritis foundation aquatics program (all ages)—Water is therapeutic. This program, for those with arthritis, provides gentle exercise in a warm-water pool under the guidance of professional personnel.

Senior swim (ages 55+)—This open swim time allows older adults the pool to themselves.

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Arts and Humanities
Arts & Humanities programs are growing fast at the Ozarks Regional YMCA! Our Arts & Humanities programming has grown from ballet, jazz and tap in 2004 to numerous dance, art, theatre and writing classes at three of our YMCAs this year. From scrapbooking to watercolor, tango dancing to youth drama, the Ozarks Regional YMCA will help you express yourself through dance, writing, drawing, painting and more.

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Clubs & Socials

Community Involvement
From just being active members in local community groups to providing community groups our facilities and administrating their programs under our roof, your YMCA works hard to provide your community a platform that unites us all.

We want to be a part of the great things that are happening in Southwest Missouri in whatever way we can. We are here to provide an idea, a meeting room, an office, a staff member or organize an entire program.Check out all the ways we are involved in your community.

Health and Wellness
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.

Senior Aerobics/Step (all ages)
Advanced class with low-impact aerobics and/or step, strength training and stretching. Individuals must be able to move forward, backward and side to side.

Gentle Yoga
Designed with a relaxed pace, this is a great class for seniors and pre/post natal members. Gentle Yoga schedules available at the Downtown Welcome Center.

Senior Swim (ages 55+)
This open swim time allows older adults the pool to themselves.

SilverSneakers® I—Muscular Strength & Range of Movement
Have fun and move to the music using 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 used 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.

SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch
YogaStretch is our new class that blends three Yoga styles to create a harmony of movement for the whole body. YogaStretch is taught from a seated and standing position to enhance the flow and energy created in combination with restorative breathing exercises. The class offers a variety of safe and effective options designed to increase muscular endurance, flexibility and balance, to improve each individual’s sense of well being.

Stretch & Flex
This class is great for the senior who needs an extra push. Gain flexibility and strength through standing and floor work.

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Volunteer
Volunteers are the lifeblood of the YMCA. The YMCA uses programming volunteers, event volunteers and policy volunteers that serve on YMCA boards. Which will you be? Contact us and let us know what you are interested in volunteering for.

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