ALL IN – Group Exercise ChallengeALL IN is a 4-week challenge where you can earn points and win prizes for participating in group exercise classes.
Here’s How it Works:
Connect with Member Services or a Group Exercise Instructor for more information! Join today!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Stratford YMCA’s Partners Yoga!Join Stratford YMCA’s Yoga instructors Thomas and Sharron for an afternoon of connection on the mat. In this 2 hours partners session you will see how love is truly at the heart of yoga. You will explore postures, breath work, and meditation in ways that enhance trust and understanding in a meaningful relationship. This session is perfect for couples, partners, family members, friends; newbies and practiced yogis are all welcomed. All paired partners will be gifted a small gift package for their participation as well! Only three partner spots available (6 members total), so please be sure to register today!
WHEN: Sunday, February 9
TIME: 12:30pm to 2:30pm
FEE: Members- $20 per individual/Program Participants- $40 per individual
Fees will be paid individually, not as a pair. All participants must be registered as member or as a program participant to register and participate. A waiting list will be provided if the maximum occupancy is reached; additional dates and times may be added based on registration numbers. All participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats and comfy, athletic attire. Please call and speak to our front desk representatives for more information!
Weight Loss ProgramIt’s a new year and time to work on you! Join our new 12 week program that will help you lose weight, learn healthy eating habits, love exercise, make new friends and gain a new outlook on life.
Program includes:
Starting January 15 through April 2
WHEN: Wednesdays
TIME: 6:30-7:30pm
FEE: $175.00 Facility Members,/$350.00 Program Participants
For more information contact Domenick DeMarco, Membership and Health & Wellness Director, ddemarco@cccymca.org, 203-375-5844 or stop by the front desk.
Looking for a fitness routine that’s fun, effective, and social? Our diverse lineup of group fitness classes has something for everyone, from seasoned athletes to those just starting their wellness journey. Whether you’re aiming to build strength, improve flexibility, or simply enjoy a good time moving to music, our classes will get you there.
If you’re an older adult, our Active Older Adult Fit and Stretch and Stability classes are perfect for improving balance, range of motion, and strength—all while you enjoy the camaraderie of friends. For a refreshing twist, dive into one of our aquatic classes like Aqua Power, Aqua Zumba or Joints In Motion For Arthritis Aquatics Class to challenge your body with the added resistance of water.
Dance lovers, we’ve got you covered too! Cardio Dance, Zumba Gold, and Zumba Toning will have you moving to vibrant beats, torching calories, and having a blast. If you’re looking for a low-impact workout, try Chair Yoga, Tai Chi, or Yoga to enhance your flexibility, balance, and inner peace.
For those ready to kick it up a notch, check out our Kardio Kickboxing, Step & Sculpt, or Cardio Interval & Strength classes. These high-energy workouts combine cardio and strength to get your heart pumping and muscles firing. Want to focus on building serious strength? Our Strength Circuits, Circuit Training 101, and Muscle, Core & More classes offer targeted strength training with a mix of equipment to push you to new levels.
No matter your fitness goals, there’s a class here for you. Check out our class schedule and get ready to experience a new level of fitness and fun. Don’t miss out—your wellness journey starts now!
Click here to view a list of classes and descriptions for each one.
Join Our Joints In Motion For Arthritis Aquatics Class!WHEN: Mondays 11:15am-12:15pm
· Multiple exercise activities, including: joint check/warm-up, range of motion/stretching, strengthening, cardiovascular endurance, and joint check/cool down
· Balance and coordination activities
· Helps improve balance and posture with a variety of exercise for feet, legs, core and glutes, along with water walking routines. Range of motion exercise for every joint from head to toe to help with arthritis
· Each class includes a health education component from the program formally known as PACE- People with Arthritis Can Exercise
· Relaxation and breathing activities. Instructors may include weight bearing, posture/body mechanics, body awareness, and socialization activities
To improve:
· Functional ability
· Self-confidence
· Self-care
· Mobility
· Muscle strength
· Coordination
To reduce:
· Fatigue
· Pain
· Stiffness
Note: Participants do not need to know how to swim to participate in the class
Located at the front of our Y at 3045 Main Street, the Thrive 250 by GameTime™, an innovative fitness structure, is open to members and the community, ages 13 and up. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced, this equipment is designed for all skill levels.
Thrive 250 offers a full-body, functional fitness experience, helping you prepare for real-life activities by training your muscles to work together across multiple planes of movement. With a variety of exercise stations, this equipment strengthens not only your primary muscles but also the stabilizers and synergistic muscles that support more efficient, effective movement. Functional fitness the way it was meant to be—this is real movement for real people. Directions for use are posted on-site, making it easy to jump in and start your workout!
YMCA360 ON-DEMAND AND LIVEAt the YMCA we believe that when people experience all that our Y has to offer, they will be drawn into supportive, healthier relationships with one another and their community.
YMCA360 is an on-demand video platform for our Y community. YMCA360 offers 2500+ group exercise classes, youth sports training, well-being classes and more to serve you wherever you are. Whether you are at home or on the road, take the Y with you along with your favorite classes, instructors and more. Watch this brief introduction!
These programs are free to all full-facility members of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCAs.
From your desktop, laptop, tablet, smart TV or mobile device, YMCA360 is available wherever you are with an internet connection. Instructions for access:
Please reach out to the Y with questions or check our YMCA360 FAQs for CCCY Members. If you have a recommendation for a new program, please let us know.
Free Introductory TrainingAs a New Y Member, we would like you to achieve your wellness goals and get the most out of your Y investment. Please sign up for F.I.T. (Free Introductory Training) Sessions so that we can help you get started.
Inspire, Motivate, MaintainIf you are 14, 80 or in between, and if your goal is to lose weight; gain strength; improve balance; flexibility and agility; rehabilitate a new or old injury, or just push yourself – a Y personal trainer can help you get there.
Our certified personal trainers will help develop a personalized program that is perfect for you. They will support you with expert knowledge, coaching and motivation to help you feel and live better! A trainer will work at your pace, on your schedule, to encourage and motivate you to be all you can be.
Schedule a FREE evaluation today! We’ll discuss your goals and define a training program tailored just for you!
