Fitness Information

Become healthier at the YMCA.  Whether you’re new to fitness, a seasoned athlete or somewhere in between, you’ll get the personalized attention, support and resources you need to commit to improving your health and well-being. At the Y, results are not just measured by how many pounds or inches you lose, results are measured by how great you feel inside and out. 

Dedicated staff.  Our staff is caring, competent and experienced. They are passionate about serving you and they will guide and support you through our wide range of health and wellness programs, so you can find the workout regimen that fits your lifestyle.

Supportive Environment. When you join the Y, you’ll see that support doesn't just end with our staff; you'll meet other supportive people who will become work-out buddies and then lifelong friends. At the YMCA, we're not a gym, we're a community.

For more assistance or if you have questions, please call

Lori Robinson-

Fitness/Program

 Director

at 712-243-3934, OR

better yet, come in and talk to me.

 

 

Plyos Performance Work-out

 

Plyometric exercises: (plyos) means to build anaerobic capacity and explosive strength.

Plyometrics is a type of exercise training designed to produce fast, powerful movements, and improve the functions of the nervous system, generally for the purpose of improving performance in sports.

Jump higher, run faster, throw farther or hit harder

  

 

Who:              7th-12th grade boys & girls

Where:            YMCA

Fee:                $15 Members

                      $30 Public

When:            Tuesdays/Thursdays

                     June 15 to July 1

Time:            9:00-9:30~ 7th to 9th grade

                9:40-10:10~ 10th to 12th grade

Instructor:   Jacey Hoegh

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                                     BodyPump

BODYPUMP is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60 minute work-out challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight room exercises like squats, presses, lifts, and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight, inspire you to get the results you came for—and fast!
Who: Men and Women
Where: South Gym
When: Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays mornings 5:50-6:50am
Saturdays 8:00-9:00am
Fee: Free to members  Public pays a daily fee                                                                                                   
Instructors: Lisa Petersen, Di Robinson, Deb Schuler, Lori Robinson

SILVERSNEAKERS

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 seated and/or standing support.
When: Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays
Where: South Gym
Time: 10:00-10:45
Fee: Members Free, Public—Daily Fee

Instructors: Lori Robinson and Michelle Heath                                                                           

ZUMBA

Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system! Part dance, part aerobics, Zumba Fitness is an hour long routine that works almost every muscle in the entire body. It is dance fitness class that will teach rhythms like Salsa, Merengue, and Cumbia, and then put it into a group fitness format.

Who:                Men & women
Where:            Nishna Valley Family YMCA (south gym)
When/Time:    Mondays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm   
Fee:                  Members– Free Public- $7.00 (Daily Fee)
Instructor:       Teresa Middents

NO Zumba classes June 1st through August 31st

Boot Camp

Your group trainer will use the treadmills, bikes, jump ropes, stairs, track, weights, do push-ups, sit-ups, and much more to help transform your body. You can do it, we can help!!
Who: Women and men
Where: Nishna Valley Family YMCA
When: Mondays– Wednesdays– Fridays
Time: 8:50-9:50am
Fee: Members $72 (punch card) Public $90 (punch card) Card= 18 punches
Drop-in fee: Members $5 Public $7
Instructor: Jill Niklasen

CARDIO CYCLING

If you’re looking for a great fat-burning cardio work-out, this is the class for you. This indoor cycling class will challenge and motivate you, whether you’re looking for a great winter cycling work-out, or want to get an early start to your outdoor cycling, or RAGBRAI training, or you’re just looking for a fun and challenging heart-healthy work-out, this class will boost your fitness level in a fun, fast-paced group setting. It will feature brand new, state-of-the-art LeMond Revmaster training bicycles, which offer an unbeatable work-out, infinite adjustability, and a true “road bike” feel. This will be a high-energy class with great music, led by Jon R. Jordan, an experienced cyclist, and a certified YMCA personal trainer.
When: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Time: 6:00-7:00am
Where: YMCA
Instructor: Jon R. Jordan

THIS CLASS USES A PUNCH CARD TO PARTICPATE.  12 PUNCHES FOR $30 (MEMBERS)  $60 (PUBLIC).  BUY 2 CARDS AND YOU GET ONE CARD FREE!

FITNESS 101

The 3 one-on-one sessions with Jon will help you get to know the weights, work on form, and get you into a beneficial and healthy workout routine. This is perfect for the person who wants some guidance in the weight room, but does not want to do a full personal training course. If you are interested in signing up, here is what you need to do:
1. Give the front desk your name and number.
2. Jon will contact you so you can set up a schedule or you can contact him at 712-762-3779.
Once you’ve spoken with Jon, you may come in and purchase the 3 sessions at the YMCA front desk. Jon will let you know about the pricing

MARTIAL ARTS

The Martial Arts Class is a combination of hard and soft styles studied by the instructors. Students will be learning striking and kicking, joint lock and manipulation, break falls and rolling, ground fighting, and self-defense tactics.
Who: Kindergarten through Adults
Where: Iowa Western Community College, Atlantic Campus
When: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Fee: Free to Members Non-Members—$20.00 PER MONTH
Instructors: Justin Rapier and Gary Scott

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS

Who: 16 years and older
Where: Iowa Western Community College, Atlantic Campus
When: Mondays-Thursdays-Fridays 6:30-8:30pm
Saturdays 1:00-3:00pm
Fee: Free to Members / Non-members—$20.00 PER MONTH
Instructors: Justin Rapier, Jesse Swanson, Zac Johnson