YMCA of the Palms

Fitness & Wellness

Our Fitness Center and Wellness Programs have been designed with our members’ needs in mind. Max Members ages 13 and older are allowed to participate in all adult fitness programs. Please see our program offerings below, or click to see:

Adult Fitness Programs
Youth Fitness Programs

Group Exercise Classes
A variety of Group Exercise Classes including Spinning, Yoga, Pilates, Kickboxing, and Step Aerobics are offered free of charge to all our Max Members. Exercise has shown to reduce stress, strengthen muscles, aid in weight management, improve body image and self-esteem. Exercising in groups increases the chance to stay with the program longer and more consistently, while also making it more FUN!

To check out the current schedule of our Group Exercise Classes please click here.
To view class descriptions please click here.

Fitness Orientation
At the Bonita Springs YMCA, we believe that it is important to exercise in a safe, effective manner. We recommend a complimentary fitness orientation for all new members and anyone who wants to increase his/her fitness knowledge. Please contact the Fitness Center at (239) 992-9622 to schedule your appointment today!

Personal Training
A Personal Trainer provides members with the motivation, education, guidance and individual instruction required to achieve their personal fitness goals. Trainers will design a tailored exercise program for each individual that reflects the member’s objectives, fitness level and experience. There are a variety of packages available to accommodate your needs.

The Bonita Springs YMCA Personal Trainer are certified in various specialties and will provide you with one-on-one instruction, an individualized regimen and specific guidance toward personal growth.

Personal Training
all prices listed are per person	1 Session	4 Sessions	8 Sessions	12 Sessions
1-on-1 training, 1 hour sessions	$55	$204	$392	$564
2-on-1 training, 1 hour sessions	$48	$180	$344	$492
1/2 hour session	$30	$112	$216	----------
Group Training (4 members, 1 trainer) 2 sessions per week	----------	----------	$180	----------

Health & Fitness Seminars
YMCA Members are invited to attend a FREE Health & Fitness Seminar on Thursday, September 18, at 6:30 pm at the Bonita Springs YMCA. The seminar is titled Handling Stress in Difficult Times and is presented by Morgan North M.Ed., Organizational Consultant and Mental Health Counselor.

Waist Watchers
Let the YMCA help you develop a healthier lifestyle. The YMCA Waist Watchers program is designed to encourage and monitor your progress over 12 weeks through weekly weigh-ins. Weigh-ins must be recorded the first and last weeks of the program on digital scales located in the Fitness Assessment Office. Program participants will receive personal attention to improve your health. Prizes will be awarded for the largest percentage of weight loss.

Waist Watchers
Ages	13 years and older
Cost	$25 for YMCA Max Members $35 for YMCA Community Members
Days/Times	First witnessed weigh-in must be prior to July 14 Final witnessed weigh-in by October 11 Weigh-ins can be done during YMCA hours of operation
Registration	Register in the Fitness Center
Other information	Prizes awarded for top percentage of weight loss!

Adult Martial Arts Training
Adult Martial Arts training is designed for an overall body workout through the practice of martial arts. While training, adult students will learn traditional forms, various self defense techniques, sparring, and gain personal fitness goals through flexibility training and conditioning.

Adult Martial Arts
Cost	$55 Max Members $90 Community Members
Days/Times	Session begins September 10 Check out FREE demonstrations on: August 20, 22, 27, and 29 at 5: 30 pm
Instructor	Mike Wooley

Tween Fitness
Tween Fitness is an exciting class designed for pre-teens, 8 to 12 years. This class, taught by a YMCA Certified Personal Trainer, will cover proper techniques for weight training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility exercises, and includes a basic nutrition educcation component including the food pyramid, food label reading, proper hydration, and more.

Tween Fitness
Ages	8 to 12 years
Cost	$55 Max Members $90 Community Members
Days/Times	4-week session (8 one-hour classes) Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Other information	Registration deadline is September 5 Class begins September 9 Space limited to 8 participants

Youth Martial Arts Training
Youth Martial Arts training is designed to help kids build self esteem and improve their fitness levels. Participants will also see improvements in their agility, flexibility, and level of focus

Youth Martial Arts
Cost	$30 Max Members $50 Community Members
Days/Times	Session begins September 6 Check out FREE demonstrations on: August 16, 23, and 30 at 11:30 am
Instructor	Mike Wooley
Ages	For kids ages 8-12 years

For additional information contact:
Scott Wills (click to e-mail)
Program Executive
(239) 992-9622