Cross Island YMCA
The Cross Island Y offers drop-in group fitness classes led by trained, responsive, and fun instructors. Try spin, bootcamp, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, and more. Our classes are free for Y members, so check the schedule, drop into a class, and start working out.
Not a Y member? Sign up for group fitness classes online or at the Membership Desk to enjoy eight weeks of classes!
Strength and Conditioning
Boot Camp
A challenging workout for your entire body, using calisthenics such as pushups, jumping jacks, crunches and other body weight exercises.
Deep Definitions
Sculpt and define every inch of your body in this strength training class.
Kettlebell Circuit
Learn and perfect different kettlebell movements in a series of stations.
Total Body Conditioning
A full body workout designed to strengthen and tone the upper and lower body using an assortment of fitness equipment.
Ultimate Abs
Our most challenging ab workout - this intense class is all about your core.
Zumba® Toning
The challenge of adding resistance by using light weights helps you focus on specific muscle groups so you stay engaged!
Cardio
Cardio Kickboxing
This high energy class blends athletic drills with martial arts to create an intense cardiovascular workout.
Hi-Lo Cardio
An energizing workout that uses high and low impact movements. Participants can choose their own levels of intensity and impact.
Spin®
An intense cardio workout of simulated road bike riding to energizing music.
Step
Using an aerobic step, participants follow choreography and step up and down to the music
Step and Sculpt
Combine the fantastic cardio workout of step with the strength gains of a sculpting workout for a total body challenge
Yoga, Pilates, and Stretch
Gentle Yoga
Designed to teach basic yoga postures that will enhance flexibility, strength and balance and promote relaxation.
Hatha Yoga
A yoga class that integrates postures, breathing exercises, relaxation, and meditation to stretch, strengthen, and condition.
Pilates Mat
Based on original Pilates techniques, this class is designed to restore muscular balance, improve posture, helps prevent injury and build strength and flexibility.
Restorative Yoga
A yoga class focused on your inner energy and well-being.
Stretching
An essential component of fitness that is often neglected or left out, this class uses a variety of stretching methods to gradually increase muscle strength and extend the range of movement at the joints.
Vinyasa Yoga
Flowing sequences of yoga poses linked together by an emphasis on breathing technique.
Dance and Zumba
Family Zumba®
Y family members are invited to bring the kids of a mix of dance moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party.
Line Dancing
Learn the basics of new and classic line dances in this fun class that feels more like a party then a workout.
Zumba®
Zumba® takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an intervalstyle, calorie-burning dance fitness party.
Zumba Sentao™
Zumba Sentao™ combines strength and resistance training with innovative dance moves, using a chair as your dance partner.
Zumba® Toning
The challenge of adding resistance by using light weights helps you focus on specific muscle groups so you stay engaged!
Water Aerobics
Aqua Zumba®
Aqua Zumba® blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t miss!
Water Aerobics
An instructional class of aerobic movements performed in the water, to improve cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
Water Walking
This gravity-defying exercise is a therapeutic aid for cardiovascular endurance and relief of stress. Highly recommended for people with arthritis, joint pain, and other physical ailments. No instruction.
SPECIALIZED AQUA EXERCISE
Arthritis Water Exercise
Gentle movements performed in warm water to increase or maintain range of motion, strengthen muscles and enhance overall fitness. Exercise in water minimizes stress on joints and often helps decrease pain and stiffness. Minimum class size is 6 people.
| Number of classes for 8 Week Session | Price for Y Member | Price for Community |
|---|---|---|
| 1 class per week | FREE | $84 |
| 2 classes per week | FREE | $129 |
Water Exercise
For adults with disabilities and others seeking a gentle workout
This instructional class will lead you through exercise, walking individualized to suit personal needs. Instruction is provided as well as time to practice. Enhance physical fitness, maintain/improve muscle tone and improve flexibility. Minimum class size 6 people.
| Number of classes for 8 Week Session | Price for Y Member | Price for Community |
|---|---|---|
| 1 class per week | FREE | $84 |
| 2 classes per week | FREE | $129 |
Martial Arts
Tai Chi
An ancient form of mind body exercise that uses purposeful, slow movements in a form of meditative exercise for relaxation, health and self-defense.
Senior Fitness
AOA Water Aerobics
An instructional class of aerobic movements performed in the water to improve cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
AOA Cardio Conditioning
A gentle aerobic workout especially for older adults, or anyone who would like to include a low-intensity, low-impact workout in their fitness plans.
AOA Sit Fit
Get fit while you sit in this chair exercise class that involves a combination of aerobic activity, strength building and stretching.
AOA Strength Training
This strength training workout is especially for older adults, or anyone who would like to include a low-intensity, low-impact workout in their fitness plans.
Restorative Yoga
A yoga class focused on your inner energy and well-being.
Zumba® Gold
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong.
