Lohse Family YMCA Health & Well-Being

The Lohse Family YMCA features a state of the art fitness center that is open during all facility hours.  It includes one circuit of Cybex strength equipment, over 6,500 pounds of free weights, elliptical trainers, recumbent bikes, treadmills, a stair climber and an extremely helpful staff.  Children 9 to 15 are welcome to use the fitness center after completing the free youth orientation, as long as they are accompanied by a parent.  We offer many group exercise programs, personalized fitness programs and FitLinxx, your computerized training partner. Our aerobics studio offers 25 classes a week; including ZUMBA, group cycle, step aerobics, Silver Sneakers senior classes, Pilates and yoga.

Group Exercise Classes
Group Exercise classes are available free for all members. We have a variety of classes for all fitness levels and ages. Certified instructors lead well-rounded workouts which include stretching, strength training and aerobic exercise. Check our calendar to find your next class!

• Aqua Aerobics - Lots of fun and shallow water moves combine to improve your agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming ability is required as a special kick board is used to develop strength, balance and coordination.
• Awesome Abs - Want a powerful core? This class will take you through a series of exciting exercises to keep your core in check. Develop your abs, lower back and obliques in just 30 minutes!
• Brazilian Body- This is an intense cardio class filled with a high energy blend of Brazilian rhythms. It's a perfect aerobic workout, a great way to shake off stress, burn calories and wake up your senses. Incorporates hand weights and dance movements for a complete core workout.
• Group Cycling - This exciting indoor cycling program incorporates the science of cycling with motivational techniques for effective aerobic and anaerobic training. Safe and effective.   For the beginner or advanced exerciser.  Workout clothes, towel, and water bottle are required.  Seat gel pack or appropriate riding shorts are recommended.
• Jujitsu Self Defense - Tucson-based Jujitsu with Sensei Neil Konigsberg, fourth degree black belt in the Kodenkan Yudanshakai, the oldest jujitsu organization in Arizona. All levels welcome.
• Pilates - Pilates is a method of body conditioning designed to stretch and strengthen the body through a series of unique exercises. It was developed by Joseph H. Pilates to help veterans returning from the First World War.  Benefits include strengthening and toning the muscles while improving posture, flexibility and balance. A workout for body and mind. 
• Silver Sneakers - This class focuses on exercises that increase strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, coordination, agility and speed. Open to all YMCA members and  SilverSneakers Fitness Program members.
• Step Aerobics - Add variation to your workout!  This step class utilizes 4", 6", or 8" steps.  People of every fitness level are welcome for this fun and energetic workout.
• Yoga - Yoga focuses on flexibility, strength, balance and centering the mind, body and spirit. Classes focus on classical poses. All levels of participants are welcome.
• Zumba - This is a high energy class that incorporates all types of Latin moves and dances. You will get your heart rate up!

Y Personal Fitness
The Lohse YMCA Personal Fitness team offers guidance, motivation and structure to help you begin and continue with a fitness routine. After joining, you receive an orientation to assess your fitness needs and goals.  Your orientation can include FitLinxx, a program that will guide you through each exercise, record your workout, and help you monitor your progress. To make an appointment with a fitness trainer or to learn more about the Fitlinxx program, stop by the Member Services desk or ask to speak to a trainer.

FitLinxx
FitLinxx is a computerized system that attaches directly to existing fitness equipment, adding an extraordinary "intelligence" dimension to the workout experience for the first time. Fitlinxx learns users' programs, coaches them individually through their workout for better form, safety and confidence during every exercise, and tracks their progress over time. On strength equipment, Fitlinxx appears as an easy-to-read touch-screen display that is attached to the machine. For cardiovascular equipment, each machine's  existing console is simply networked to Fitlinxx. Users simply tap their PIN to display their targets. Fitlinxx then coaches them on speed, form, heart rate, etc., and tracks the workout session - every rep, set and step.

Personal Training
We offer one-on-one training sessions with our certified trainers. They work with all ages and ability levels and will help you meet your goals. Several times a year we offer Group Personal Training classes. It’s twice a week for 6 weeks, and allows you to get individualized training in a group setting. Appointments can be made at the Member Services desk.

Fees for Personal Training are $40 for a 1 hour session, $175 for five 1 hour sessions and $300 for ten 1 hour sessions. Half hour sessions are available for $25 per session, $200 for ten sessions or $380 for 20 sessions.