Active Older Adults
An Active Older Adult resembles our mature audience at the YMCA. The following activities are offered for our Active Older Adults Members.

Day Trippers
Outings, day trips, field trips and excursions ... join an active group to travel to museums, galleries, factories and other special points of interest. Destinations and trips are subject to change and suggestions are always welcome. Check the monthly event calendar or contact us at 503.644.3900.

Exercise Your Brain
Seminars, workshops and lectures. Learn the latest health research from the experts; attend a brown bag lunch on a topic of interest; join an active workshop on how to improve the quality of your life. Check the monthly events calendar for what is next. Suggestions for topics are welcomed. Contact us at 503.644.3900.

 

Exercise Classes
Forever Fit. An hour long impact aerobics class with elements of cardio, balance, abdominal and stretching exercises. 

Aquafit
A moderate to intense water workout for those who would like to add variety to their daily fitness routine.

Senior Circuit Weight Training. This class is 25 minutes of strength and endurance. Participants need to make an appointment with a trainer to be shown how to properly use the circuit weight training machines. The class format includes using all the circuit weight machines and some additional stations. There will be 45 seconds of music exercising and 12 – 15 seconds of silence to switch stations.

Pilates and Stretch
Pilates. This class improves muscle tone and alignment with an emphasis on abdominal muscles to stabilize the back. Basic principles of concentration, awareness, breathing, relaxation, stamina, lengthening and flowing movements are included in this format. All levels and abilities are welcome.
Stretch. This class increases flexibility, alleviates stress and improves balance. A variety of stretches are performed standing up or on the floor.