Specialty Fitness Series Classes, Clubs & Workshops
Try something new and stimulate physical and emotional growth in a group setting! Try one of our specialty fitness classes, attend a workshop, or join a club at the Eugene Family YMCA! These offerings change over time and are the perfect way to break out of your routine, challenge yourself in a healthy way, and discover your potential alongside members of the community. Make sure to check back periodically as this page is updated!
WORKSHOPS
Our specialty fitness and wellness workshops offer the perfect environment to delve deeper into your practice, beyond what an hour-long class can provide. These boutique experiences cater to both seasoned practitioners and newcomers, allowing everyone to explore and discover new passions. Workshops are open to both Y members and community members.
Mobility for Pickleball Players
This 2-class offering is an opportunity for Pickleball players to learn skills geared toward injury prevention. Enhance your game with a class focused on improving flexibility, strength and mobility, tailored specifically for pickleball players! These sessions incorporate mindful movement and stretches designed to increase range of motion, prevent common injuries, and improve overall stability and balance on the court. Ideal for players of all levels, this class will help you stay agile, reduce muscle tension, and keep you moving comfortably and confidently.
- DATES: 2 Saturdays, Mar. 8 and 15
- TIME: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- COST: 2 classes | $20 for Y members | $35 for community members
Join us for this 2-hour special workshop! EDGU is a spinal movement maintenance practice and guided meditation. Similar to Tai Chi, EDGU is accessible for all levels. The practice can be done seated or standing. It works on the spine and discs while moving the arms and shoulders through all possible actions.
- DATES: Sunday, Apr. 6
- TIME: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- COST: $20 for Y members | $35 for community members
Myofascial Release for Core and Pelvis
This class focuses on using self-myofascial release techniques to target and release tension in the muscles and fascia of the core and pelvis. Through the use of bolsters, foam rollers, massage balls, and other tools, participants will learn how to effectively release tightness and improve mobility in key areas of the body. By incorporating breathwork and movement patterns, this class aims to enhance core stability, pelvic alignment and overall functional movement. Suitable for all levels, this class offers a unique opportunity to increase body awareness, release tension, and improve muscular balance in the core and pelvis.
- DATES: Saturday, May 17
- TIME: 2 to 3:15 p.m.
- COST: $20 for Y members | $35 for community members
SPECIALTY FITNESS SERIES CLASSES
Our Specialty Fitness Series Classes are unique opportunities to explore health and wellness in small group settings. Series classes include four weekly sessions, allowing you to discover new practices, build strength, and connect with yourself and your community.
Please note: Most series classes are only available to Y members. Check individual series' details below.
Fundamentals of Pilates
Curious if Pilates is for you? If so, join us for Fundamentals of Pilates! This 3-week series will take new Pilates students through the foundational movements, postures, terms and breathing techniques at the heart of this powerful, core strength-building practice.
- DATES: Sundays, Mar. 16 to 30
- TIME: 12 to 1 p.m.
- COST: 3-week session | $24 for Y members | $35 for community members
Pre- and Post-Natal Pelvic Floor Work
This workshop will teach you how to safely exercise throughout pregnancy and how to return to the physical activities you love postpartum. You will learn how to use your pelvic floor, when to engage, when to relax, what muscles work with them to support you and your baby, all working to make your pregnancy, birth and postpartum smoother and with less pain. This workshop is open to anyone who is currently pregnant or postpartum. It does not matter how long it has been since you gave birth—postpartum is forever! Your pelvic floor function can be improved for months and even years after birth. Modifications will be offered depending on your trimester, and props will be used to support your joints and/or growing belly. Please make sure you have been cleared to exercise by your physician prior to this workshop.
- DATES:Saturdays, Apr. 12 to 26
- TIME: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- COST: 3-week session | $24 for Y members | $35 for community members
Aerial Yoga Play
Aerial Yoga Play combines all the benefits of traditional yoga—flexibility, strength and balance with the unique conditioning for an exhilarating new way of approaching yoga. Sculpt your body in the air, using our special yoga swings, as you tone muscles, find balance and increase flexibility. All levels welcome.
Current Offerings
Note: These are 3- and 4-week series classes. We are unable to offer refunds once sessions have started.
| LEVEL | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Sundays | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. |
| Tuesdays | 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. | |
| Saturdays | 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. | |
| Level 2 | Sundays | 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. |
| Thursdays | 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. | |
| Fridays | 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. | |
| Teens & Tweens | Fridays | 4 to 4:45 p.m. |
| Mondays | 4 to 4:45 p.m. |
Price Per Series
$32 for 4-week series. $24 for 3-week series. Y membership required.
TRX Classes
Come join a small group focused on balanced strengthening from the core out. This small group experience will be able to modify for individual needs and provide all the motivation you need to get to your fitness goals.
- DATES: 3- and 4-week sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays OR Saturdays
- TIME: Varies by session (click link below to view specific times)
- COST: 4-week sessions | $32 for Y members
Small Group Circuit Training
Join a small group ready to get it, get it done and get going! This is a 30-minute, no-nonsense circuit workout led by one of our certified Personal Trainers. In this workout, functional training meets full-body strength and bursts of cardio. The small size means you get more attention while still feeling motivated by working as a group. Currently only being offered for Y members.
Current Offerings
| DAY | TIME |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 to 7 a.m. |
| Wednesday | 12:45 to 1:15 p.m. |
| Friday | 6 to 6:30 a.m. |
| Friday | 6:45 to 7:15 a.m. |
Price Per Series
$16 for Y members
Small Group Boxing Fundamentals
A family-friendly, non-contact introduction to the sport of boxing! This class is designed to build essential boxing skills in a safe and supportive environment. We focus on proper stance, footwork, head movement, punching techniques, defensive strategies, and practical applications through live drills. Our aim is to foster friendship and teamwork through the art of fighting, all while avoiding hard sparring.
- DATES: Tuesdays OR Fridays, new sessions starting each month
- TIME: 4 to 5 p.m.
- COST: 4-class sessions | $32 for Y members | $45 for community members
