Ott Family YMCA Health & Well-Being

The Ott Family YMCA features a state of the art fitness center that is open during all facility hours.  It includes two different circuits of Cybex strength equipment, over 1,500 pounds of free weights (you don't have to lift them all on your first day), elliptical trainers, arc trainers, recumbent bikes, treadmills, a stairclimber 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 room has been recently renovated and we'd love to have you check it out.

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 out our calendar to find your next class!

• Aqua Fitness – This class is designed as an aerobic workout in the water, providing continuous resistance.   High intensity/no impact.
• Body Blast - Only have 30 minutes? Then this is your class. In this 30 minute cardio/strength class, you'll use the Stability Ball, weights and jump ropes for a total workout.
• Cardio Sculpt - Learn how to sculpt long, lean muscles with weight training, using the bar and free weights. Segments of cardio between sets will elevate your heart rate and help to burn calories. Moderate intensity/moderate impact.
• Cardio Strength – This class is designed to make you sweat!  High-energy movement for a boot camp style workout.  High intensity/high impact.
• Deep Water – This class is an aerobic workout in 12 feet of water wearing a floatation belt.  High intensity/no impact.
• Pilates – This class is a strengthening, lengthening and toning mat workout that develops core strength. Moderate intensity/no impact.
• Power Pump – During this 80-minute strength conditioning class you'll use barbells, hand held weights and stability while focusing on working all major muscle groups. Moderate intensity/moderate impact.
• Power Sculpt – This resistance training class uses free weights and calisthenics to strengthen muscles and tone your body.  High intensity/moderate impact.
• SilverSneakers® I – 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 is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography.  A chair is offered for support, stretching, and relaxation exercises.  This class is open to all members of the YMCA whether eligible for Silver Sneakers or not!
• SilverSneakers® II – Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work with hand held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, stretching, and relaxation exercises. Moderate intensity/low impact.
• Stretch/Flex – This class combines anaerobic exercise with a strengthening, lengthening and toning mat workout that develops core strength. Moderate intensity/low impact.
• Yoga – This class is all about bringing the mind and body together.  Using mat poses you increase strength and flexibility.  Moderate intensity/no impact.
• Zumba - This is a high energy class that incorporates all types of Latin moves and dances. Coming soon! High intensity/moderate impact.

“Ottywood” Fit Flicks Experience
Earn a free movie ticket, just by visiting the Ott YMCA! This promotion is open to all YMCA of Southern Arizona members and will occur from July 1st to Setpember 30th. Just visit the Ott Family YMCA a total of 30 times during these three months and receive a free movie ticket! Cards can be picked up at the front desk beginning July 1st, and must be signed by an Ott YCMA staff member for every visit. One visit per day maximum. Must be 8 years or older participate. The number of visits will be verified through our computer system before free ticket is issued, so make sure you bring your membership card(s) and have it scanned each day you visit the Ott YMCA. Only one card per member will be eligible for a free ticket.

Personal Fitness Program
The Ott Family YMCA Personal Fitness team offers guidance, motivation, and structure to help you begin and continue with a fitness routine leading to a more physically active lifestyle. When you join, we offer a free orientation to assess your fitness needs and goals, and get you on a program that will is structured specifically for you.  Throughout the progression of your routine we will update your personalized program in order to help you meet all of your fitness 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 Courtesy Counter 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
A personal trainer provides motivation, variety, safety, efficiency and expertise to your workout routine.  The Ott Family YMCA employs certified personal trainers from National Associations.  Our experienced team of trainers will work with you one-on-one to help you get the most out of your personalized workout!

Purchase 1 hour of training for $35, 5 hours for $150 or 10 hours for $250.

Strength, Conditioning & Agility for Young Athletes
Keep your young athlete in shape during the off-season.  Help them increase speed, strength and agility to give them an advantage when the season starts back up. 

This class is for 10 to 15 year olds and is offered in 2 sessions.*  The hour long workout begins at 4:30pm on Thursdays. Class is limited to 10 participants per session so sign up today. The fee for Facility Members is $25 and for Program Members it is $50.

Session Dates:
Session 3: May 3 - June 25
Facility Member Registration Begins April 4
Program Member Registration Begins April 11

Session 2: June 28 - August 20
Facility Member Registration Begins May 29
Program Member Registration Begins June 4

Tai Chi
This class is based on an ancient art that brings the mind and body together. Using mat poses, you increase strength and flexibility. This class is low intensity with no impact, and all abilities are welcome to participate. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm and are free to YMCA members. Program Members may participate in Tai Chi by paying $30 per session. Session 1 starts on January 5th and runs through April 1st, and session 2 runs from April 6th to July 1st.

Wellness Support Group
Looking to live a healthier lifestyle or for just some great information to help you along? Then join the Health and Wellness Support Group and get nutritional information, exercise techniques, dieting points with optional weigh-ins to keep you accountable. Ages 18 years and above are welcome to participate. Classes are held Thursday mornings from 8:30am - 9:30am. Class is $10 for facility members only.

Session Dates:
Session 2: April 1 - May 13
Facility Member Registration Begins March 1

Session 3: July 6 - September 30
Facility Member Registration Begins June 3