Ridgewood/Y-Express
Group Exercise
Need a boost of motivation? Looking to get results quickly as possible? Want your workout to be more fun?
Our wide array of group exercise classes gives you the freedom to choose the format that is the best way for you to reach your wellness goals – and have a whole lot of fun along the way! Exercise alongside friends with the help of our highly-trained, nationally-certified instructors who ensure that your workouts are always fresh, fun, and effective.
As a member of the YMCA family, you have access to dynamic, non-competitive classes from sunrise to sunset. Our instructors are dedicated to helping you achieve your wellness goals.
- Our cardio and sculpting classes will chisel your physique, strengthen your heart, improve your balance and posture, and rev up your calorie-burning furnace.
- Our cycling classes are geared to all ages and interests. Since you individually control your own speed and resistance, everyone can be successful in cycling. No coordination is required!
- Our mind-body classes such as Yoga and Pilates stretch and strengthen your body while calming your spirit and reducing your stress
In all our classes we focus on helping you achieve the workout that is right for your body. There is absolutely no competition - we are a team working together to achieve our goals.
Yes, there is a place for YOU in our classes! We have formats designed for every age and fitness level. If you are new to group exercise, there is no need to be hesistant. Our friendly instructors will warmly welcome you and help you feel safe, comfortable, and successful
The majority of classes are free with your YMCA membership. Our current Group Exercise schedules and class descriptions are available online and in our branch.
Please join us!
We offer a wide variety of classes including ongoing classes that are free with membership as well as fee-based classes that run in conjunction with the branch program schedules.
Current Schedules:
Some of our most popular class offerings include:
- Ab Lab Express
- All You
- Baby Boomer Pilates
- Boot Camp
- Cycle 1.0
- Cycle/Sculpt
- Fitness after 50
- Healthy Beginnings
- On the ball
- Pilates Express
- Power Sculpt
- Tai Chi from the Arthritis Foundation
- The Mixx
- Senior Aerobics
- Senior Strength
- Senior Strength Plus!
- Silver Sneakers
- Step Dynamics
- Turbo Kick
- Y Cycle
- Step and Sculpt
- Zumba