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The Alex W. Spears III Family YMCA offers lots of exciting classes for you to choose from!
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Fitness Programs

FitQuest
  • FitQuest is our new feature program and is offered for all new members as well as existing members who feel they need an extra boost! FitQuest is FREE with your membership!
  • This service is recommended for all new exercisers, and new members that have not exercised in two or more years.  It is an in depth introduction to fitness that is intended to provide guidance and support for 12 weeks.
  • During this twelve-week period, meetings with the Wellness Staff are scheduled to introduce a new component of fitness on a weekly basis.  Personal attention and supervision is provided, with the weekly meeting ranging form 15 – 30 minutes.
  • If you are interested, please fill out the FitQuest survey at the front desk and our Fitness staff will contact you for the first appointment.
  • Members are saying this about FitQuest:
    • "Life changing experience for me! Thanks to all!"
    • "Very happy with FitQuest! Best choice I have made!"
    • "The FitQuest was a great intro into my membership and learning experience."
    • "The staff made all the difference because they held me accountable."
    • "Jessi and Nick are A+. This experience has been the best ever!... We will continue-it's a great incentive!"

                                              

Q&A with Stephanie Ford, recent FitQuest graduate:

Stephanie Ford lost 30 pounds by participating in the FitQuest program!

Q: Why did you choose FitQuest?

A: I found when I was working out I was not getting the benefits

     of the workout.

Q: What was your first FitQuest appointment like?

A: Jessi put me at ease, she explained everything clearly and

    expected my commitment to the program.

Q: What did you find difficult?

A: I looked forward to the workout. I missed a couple of weeks

    due to family -- the most difficult part was getting restarted.

Q: What advice would you give to new FitQuest participants?

A: Continue after your 12 weeks!

*If you are a FitQuest graduate and would like to share your story, click here! Please include your name, FitQuest graduation date and why you think FitQuest is a a great program!

ORIENTATION

  • This appointment is designed for a “one-on-one” individual appointment that teaches the member how to use the first part of the Life Fitness Circuit. 
  • Most members use these 12 machines as a beginner workout before trying new equipment.  This equipment is used to primarily do 1 set work-outs.  Orientations may be too basic for certain fitness levels. 

                          

                                   

PERSONAL TRAINING

  • The Spears Family YMCA offers Personal Training for our members. Sessions must be utilized within 30 days / one month from purchase date and must be purchased at the front desk.
  • Contact Fitness Director/Connector, at 387-9622 or by email if you have any questions regarding Personal Training.
    • Training Prices
      • One-hour Session  $  40
      • Half-hour Session  $  20

            

TAEKWONDO

  • Taekwondo is one of the most popular martial arts in the world. It helps develop coordination, balance, stamina, etiquette, physical fitness and flexibility.
  • Students will learn new forms of self-defense techniques, and increased self-confidence in accomplishing the goals set forth in the curriculum.
  • To learn more about the Greensboro Black Belt Academy click here.  Greensboro Black Belt Academy runs the Taekwondo program in association with our YMCA.
  • For more information you may call Mike King at (336)218-5056 with the Greensboro Black Belt Academy for more information.
  • Register at the front desk.
  • To view the Greensboro Black Belt Schedule, click here.

                                 

TEEN CERTIFICATION

  • Teen Certification Class is a class that will allow Teens, ages 14-15 to use the fitness center at their YMCA without having a parent or guardian present. 
  • Click here for the Registration information.
  • Please view our Fitness Center Age Requirements to see what your teen can do to keep in shape!

  • HEALTHY LIFESTYLES PROGRAMS FOR MEMBERS ONLY

    Nutrition Counseling with Laura Buxenbaum

    • A registered Dietitian and Nutritionist, Laura has extensive experience in sports nutrition, weight management and eating disorders. She earned a Master of Public Health Nutrition degree from the University of North Carolina and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Guilford College.  She shares her passion for nutrition with her clients to help them make positive changes that can fit into today's busy lifestyle.  Laura is available by appointment.
    • Half hour session - $20
    • Hour session - $40

     

    YMCA CERTIFICATIONS

    • To learn more about these classes, click here.
    • To download the registration form, click here.
    • YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles
    • YMCA Principles of Strength and Conditioning
    • YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise

    YMCA CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES

    • YMCA Advanced Resistance Training Techniques
    • Stability Ball Training
    • YMCA Xerball Training

This month in fitness...

All classes are multi-level, welcoming the most basic beginner as well as the exercise expert. Just choose the class type and a convenient time – and come ENJOY!

 

Check out new Aerobics programs:
  First Step Fitness                Silver Sneakers

First Step Fitness:

     A great class to take if you are interested in group exercise but just aren't quite sure which class is for you. Try them all!

20/20/20:

     Twenty minutes each of cardio, strength, and stretching

DTT – Double Trouble Toning:

    90 minute class to work ALL your muscles


Download the aerobics schedules:
July Room 1       July Room 2          Class Descriptions         

**Please note these changes to the July aerobics schedules:

   Date
Room 1
Change to
Date
 Room 2
Change to
  TBA       TBA  

Check back here for instructor updates and class changes!

 

  • Group exercise classes are FREE to all Spears Family YMCA Members. Please note that participants must be at least 13 years old.
  • If you would like to find out more about any of the Fitness and Wellness classes or Programs we offer at the Alex W. Spears III Family YMCA, feel free to call the front desk at 336-387-9622

Attention Boy Scouts!

          Beth McKinney teaches the Personal Fitness merit badge and is offering this service as a merit badge counsler to any scouts who are members of the Spears YMCA. She is also willing to work with any Cub Scout pack to accomplish the fitness related achievements-- and Webelos badges too!

          Reach Beth here or call 387-9631.


Injury and pain assessment with Eoin Colleran

  • LAT, ATC, CSCS at Guilford Orthopaedic.  Eoin provides guidance for relief from exercise related injuries, aches and pains.  There is no charge for this service. Eoin is available by appointment.
  • Eoin is also at the Spears YMCA every Thursday from 4-6 pm
  • For more information, contact Eoin at 336-478-9625

 

                 

                             

 

 

 

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