Getting involved in group exercise is one of the best ways to stay fit, motivated and energised!
At YMCA Christchurch we offer a number of group exercise classes to cater for all fitness levels, abilities, ages and sizes. Caring, well trained instructors and small class numbers ensure a friendly, supportive and safe environment in which we will help you to achieve your goals.
Whether you want a great all over workout, muscle strength, fat burning or a gentler stretching and balancing class we have something for everyone.
The YMCA Fitness Centres remain open and normal operating hours are in place under Alert Level 2. Please sign our contact register on each visit and use our QR Code to track your movements. Be mindful of social distancing from other gym users, and be aware that some equipment may need to be closed off to ensure this. Class number restrictions will apply. Please ensure you continue to wipe down your equipment after use, practice good hand hygiene and stay home if you are unwell.
An exciting small group training session led by a motivational instructor. You’ll work efficiently to enhance both your cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance with circuit style training, team work, high intensity intervals and partner drills. A great way to make some new friends, to be pushed harder in your training and to ensure you leave the gym both smiling and sweating.
Never get bored of the same old moves in a high-energy class that blasts your cardio fitness while also building stamina and strength with specific muscle conditioning phases. The class changes week to week so your body can benefit from the use of a variety of exercises and equipment. Having powerful music and energetic instructor to carry you along will also ensure you stay motivated until the very last rep.
Treat your mind and body to a flow of exercises inspired by the principles of Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi. These classes will help you to relax and unwind, strengthen your mind-body connection, activate your core muscles and increase your range of flexibility. Suitable for all levels.
Nourish your mind, body and soul while strengthening your muscles, enhancing your flexibility and releasing tension. Our instructor will guide you through dynamic standing postures, balance work, deep stretches and restorative meditation. Suitable for all levels.
Come and experience the deepest of stretches in a Yoga class that targets the connective tissues between the muscles by holding seated and supine poses for 3-7 minutes. Benefits include increased circulation in the joints, improved flexibility and regulation of the body’s flow of energy.
Take the “work” out of your workout and come and join the Zumba dance party! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check.
Stop counting the reps. Start training to the beat. STRONG by Zumba® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move.
Jump on a bike and join the ultimate indoor cycling class. Our instructor guides the group through their ride which may include hills, intervals and sprints designed to challenge your fitness and deliver a massive calorie burn.
Discover the fun of indoor cycling and get comfortable on the stationary spin bike in this lower intensity version of our regular spin class.
Exercise all your major muscle groups with the original, invigorating barbell workout. Squat, lift and curl to the beat of the music as you see your strength increase week to week.
Perform sequences of moves to music using the step platform to increase your fitness, burn calories, increase muscle tone and improve your co-ordination – all while having a lot of fun!
Can’t decide between attending Step or Pump? Why not both! This class fuses two of our favourite class styles to deliver a time-effective strength and cardio workout.
Come and experience the drills and skills involved in a boxer’s workout. In this non-contact boxing fitness class you’ll utilize boxing gloves and focus pads in partner work to build physical strength, agility and endurance while also sharpening your mental focus and co-ordination.
Ease out stiffness or relieve pain in the joints, lengthen tight muscles and improve your general wellbeing with a 30 minute class devoted entirely to stretch. Particularly helpful in prevention of and recovery from injuries.
Engage your mind and utilize your breath to promote core strength, flexibility and postural strength using Classical Pilates Mat methods. Our instructor will guide you through a total body conditioning, often utilizing props to help you target particular muscles. Suitable for those who have attended a Pilates Beginners course.
| Time | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI | SAT |
| 6:10am | Y-FLOW | Spin | Spin | |||
| 8am | Stretch | |||||
| 8:30am | Spin | |||||
| 9am | Stretch | |||||
| 12:10pm | Boxfit | Spin | Boxfit | Spin | ||
| 5:30pm | Pilates | Yoga | Spin |
| Time | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI | SAT | SUN |
| 6:10am | Spin | Boxfit | Yoga | Virtual Spin | |||
| 8:30am | Yoga
Y-TRAIN |
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| 9am | Pilates | Yoga | Step | ||||
| 9:10am | Spin | Spin | |||||
| 9:30am | Step/Pump | Y-BLAST | Step | Y-BLAST | |||
| 10am | Pump | Pump | |||||
| 10:30am | Y-FLOW | STRONG Nation | |||||
| 12pm | Virtual Spin | ||||||
| 4:30pm | STRONG Nation | ||||||
| 5:30pm | Spin | Pump | Spin
Yoga |
Virtual Spin
Pump |
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| 6pm | Y BLAST | Y-TRAIN
Virtual Spin |
Step/Pump
Y-TRAIN |
Y-TRAIN | |||
| 6:30pm | Pilates | Zumba |
Our award winning Life Fit programme offers you qualified, experienced and caring instructors who will bring you classes catering for mature participants or those new to exercise. The Life Fit programme is designed to:
Life Fit Stretch and Tone
Suitable if you are wishing to begin an exercise programme; gentle aerobics to warm-up the body and mobilize the joints, then gently strengthening, toning and stretching the muscles.
Life Fit Circuit
Cardiovascular and muscle strength exercises. Provides weight bearing exercises essential in the prevention of osteoporosis.
Sit and Be Fit
For people new to exercise with limited mobility, a fun chair-based work out to music which aims to improve muscle strength, heart / lung fitness, joint flexibility and balance.
Life Fit Step/Pump
A combination of two popular class styles that gives you a balanced strength and cardio workout – it’s also a lot of fun!
Life Fit Step
Provides a cardiovascular workout together with hip, leg and upper body strength and muscle tone.
Life Fit Exercise to Music
Low impact cardiovascular exercise to music, provides strengthening of all major muscle groups, mobilizing of the spine and all the joints, and gentle stretching.
Life Fit Pilates
Gentle Pilates for Older Adults or those with mobility problems. Completion of an Introductory course is essential before attending Level 2 classes; see separate brochure for details
| Time | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI |
| 8:30am | Life Fit Spin | ||||
| 9am | PrYme Movers | Stretch Core Breathe | PrYme Movers | Life Fit Spin | |
| 10.30am | Life Fit Circuit |
| Time | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI |
| 9am | Life Fit Circuit | Life Fit Circuit | Life Fit Circuit | Life Fit Circuit Life Fit Spin |
Life Fit Circuit
Life Fit Step |
| 9.30am | Exercise to Music | Stretch & Tone | |||
| 10am | Life Fit Circuit | Life Fit Circuit | Life Fit Circuit | Life Fit Circuit
Sit & Be Fit |
Life Fit Circuit |
| 10:30am | Step/Pump | Zumba Gold | |||
| 11am | Tone | ||||
| 12pm | Pilates | Pilates |
To celebrate Men’s Health Week, YMCA Christchurch are putting on a series of free fitness classes to encourage men to get out there and try something new!
Monday 14 June
12.10pm
City YMCA
(men’s yoga)
Thursday 17 June
7pm
Bishopdale YMCA
These classes are open to the public but as numbers will be limited we ask that you register by emailing Jacinda jacinda@ymcachch.org.nz or call Bishopdale YMCA reception on 359 8320 or City YMCA reception on 366 0689
Between 1.5 to 2 hours long, we will be demoing a high and low option for the Sun Salutations before we begin, so you can choose a flow that works for you. After each round we pause to say the number we’ve just completed, and feel free to rest in child’s pose as often as you need as we complete the 108 rounds.
Light refreshments served afterwards, and the opportunity to share our experience with others in the group.
Winter Equinox Yoga Mala
Sunday 20 June 2021
3.30pm
YMCA Bishopdale
Did you know you can book your own personalized group exercise class/or series of classes with our qualified group exercise instructors at the YMCA?
If you are looking to improve the health and fitness goals within your team while keeping it fun, dynamic and ensuring great form and exercise technique throughout your session – then the Y can cater to your requirements. The best part is you can choose which class or classes are most suitable for your team, in a challenging and supportive environment.
Class formats range from Pump, Boxing, Circuit, Spin, Yoga, Pilates or Interval Training such as HITT! Choose a one off booking, or book multiple sessions at a discounted rate for your sports team, group of friends or corporate group.
YMCA Bishopdale P 03 359 8320 E fitness@ymcachch.org.nz
