At the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, our Yoga and Pilates classes offer a mindful and empowering way to improve flexibility, build core strength, reduce stress, and restore balance in your life. Whether you’re new to movement or deepening your existing practice, our wide variety of classes provides something for every level, every body, and every goal.
Each class is led by trained instructors who create a welcoming, inclusive environment—no matter your experience or flexibility. Come as you are, and leave feeling stronger, calmer, and more connected.
All of our instructors are highly trained and hold a minimum of 200-hour yoga certification or equivalent discipline-specific credentials, ensuring that every class is led with expertise, safety, and care.
Explore Our Yoga & Pilates Programs
Click below to learn more about each of our offerings:
Yoga Classes
- Gentle Yoga – A slower-paced class that focuses on breath, alignment, and mindful movement
- Yoga Basics – Perfect for beginners, covering foundational poses and proper form
- Yoga Flow (Vinyasa) – A dynamic, breath-synchronized flow of poses for strength and flexibility
- Power Yoga – A fitness-based class emphasizing strength and endurance
- Yin Yoga – Longer-held passive poses that focus on deep tissue release and joint health
- Restorative Yoga – A calming, meditative class using props to promote relaxation and recovery
- Chair Yoga – Accessible yoga using a chair for support; great for seniors or limited mobility
- Yoga for Men – Designed to help men increase mobility, flexibility, and body awareness
- Yoga HIIT – Combines high-intensity intervals with yoga-inspired movements
- Yoga: Healthy Spine & Hips – Focused on spinal alignment, posture, and lower back support
- TRX Yoga – Uses suspension straps to support and deepen yoga poses
- Assisted Yoga – Instructor-assisted guidance to enhance posture, alignment, and form
Pilates-Based Classes
- Pilates – A mat-based class focused on core strength, posture, and body awareness
- Pilates Plus – A more advanced class incorporating props and reformer-inspired movements
- Pilates HIIT – Combines traditional Pilates principles with cardio intervals for a total-body workout
- Pilates + Barre – Blends Pilates and barre techniques to tone and sculpt
Benefits of Yoga & Pilates
- ✔ Improve flexibility and joint mobility
- ✔ Build long, lean muscle and core strength
- ✔ Reduce stress and improve mental clarity
- ✔ Support posture, balance, and coordination
- ✔ Prevent injury and support recovery
- ✔ Enhance mind-body connection and relaxation
Who Can Participate?
These classes are designed for all experience levels. Whether you’re recovering from injury, easing into movement, or advancing your practice, our instructors offer modifications and guidance to help you move safely and confidently.
Locations & Access
Yoga and Pilates classes are available at multiple YMCA of Greater Cleveland branches. Classes are included with membership unless otherwise noted. Check with your local Y for class times, instructor details, and registration info.
Begin Your Practice Today
Whether you're seeking strength, serenity, or a stronger core, the Y is here to support your journey. Find your balance. Strengthen your foundation. Move with intention.