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Illinois Valley Y
300 Walnut Drive
Peru, IL 61354
Telephone: 815-223-7904
Fax: 815-223-7955

Hours: M-F - 5 am-10pm
Sat. - 6 am-5 pm
Sun. - 6 am-5 pm
(Subject to change)


 

How to join Group Exercise Classes
You may attend a class to try it out at any time. Once you decide to join, go to the courtesy counter to get signed up. It's that easy.

Land Aerobics or Water Aerobics
$15 for YMCA members
$40 for Non-Y Members

Land Aerobics and Water Aerobics
$20 for YMCA members
$50 for Non-Y members

Pay for the month and attend as many classes as you wish!

  • Unlimited classes
  • Updated routines
  • Well trained staff
  • Free babysitting while you work out (free babysitting for non-members also)

Please direct questions or comments to Cami Loving at camiymca@gmail.com or call the YMCA at 815-223-7904.

 

Check out our new Intro/Beginner classes

Intro to Yoga-learn the moves of Gentle Yoga.   This class will break down yoga into slower movements for those who are interested in learning the basics.

Tuesday & Thursday 10-10:30am

 

Beginner Bike Basics-learn the basics of the Indoor Cycling class.  This class will give you a little dose of the intensity each class has. 

Saturday  10-10:35am

Wednesday  11:30a-12pm

Monday & Wednesday  6:05-6:35pm 

Indoor Cycling Rules and Regulations

1.   Bikes are not to be pulled away from the wall until 10 minutes before class starts.

2.   People may set up bikes for other individuals by ONLY placing a towel (or other small item) on the bike (DO NOT pull it away from the wall).
3.   Individuals who have other people set up their bikes MUST be there 10 minutes prior to the start time of the class and set up their own bike(pull it away from the wall).
4.   If a bike had been reserved with a towel (or other small item) BUT NOT pulled away from the wall 10 minutes prior to class it is the      instructor's responsibility remove the towel and make the bike available to any potential bike participants who may be waiting for a bike.

 



       

 

 

 

January to March Schedules are available click here to download  January-March 2012

TIME

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
6:45 - 7: 45am     Bike Boot Camp   Bike Boot Camp  
7:00 - 7:50am   Pump it Up!   Pump it Up!    
8 - 8:50am Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga
9:00 - 9:50am 3-2-1 Blast

Pilates

10-4

3-2-1 Blast

Pilates

10-4

   
10:00-10:30am   Intro to Yoga   Intro to Yoga    
10:00 - 10:50am Ashtanga Yoga   Ashtanga Yoga   Ashtanga Yoga

 

11:00am - 11:50 am Therapeutic Tai Chi     Therapeutic Tai Chi    
12:10 - 12:50pm     Pump it Up!   Pump it Up!  
4:30 - 5:20pm   Ashtanga Yoga   Ashtanga Yoga    
5:00 - 5:40pm Kardio Kick Box   Kardio Kick Box      
5:30 - 6:20pm   Interval Blend   Interval Blend    
5:40 - 6:25pm Total Toning   Pump It Up!      
6:30 - 7:20pm Zumba Hoop Dance Zumba Hoop Dance    
7:30-8:20pm   Intro to Belly Dance   Intro to Belly Dance    

 

January to March Schedules are available click here to download  January-March 2012

TIME

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
7:00-8:00am   Indoor Cycling   Indoor Cycling    
9:00-10:00am   Indoor Cycling   Indoor Cycling Bootcamp Indoor Cycling
      Beginning Bike Basics      
5:00-6:00pm Indoor Cycling   Indoor Cycling      
6:05-6:35pm Beginning Bike Basics   Beginning Bike Basics      
7:00-7:50pm   3-2-1 Blast!   3-2-1 Blast!    

January to March Schedules are available click here to download  January-March 2012

TIME

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
8:30-9:30am   Fluid Fusion   Fluid Fusion    
9:00-9:50am Wet N Wild   Wet N Wild   Wet N Wild  
9:30 - 10:30am   Silver Splash   Silver Splash    
11:30am-12:20pm High Voltage Water Circuit   High Voltage Water Circuit      
5:00pm-5:50pm            
6:00pm-6:50pm            
5:30-6:30pm   Wet N Wild   Wet N Wild    

January to March Schedules are available click here to download  January-March 2012

TIME

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
8:00-9:00am       Weight Watchers    
9:00 - 10am           Weight Watchers
10:00 - 11:000am Silver Sneakers Senior Group Silver Sneakers Weight Watchers Silver Sneakers  
11:00am - 12:00pm            
11:30am - 12:30pm   Senior Group        
5:30 - 6:30pm Pilates   Pilates Weight Watchers    
6:30 - 7:30pm Gentle Yoga   Gentle Yoga      


Group Class Information

*Beginner Level        **Intermediate Level      ***Intermediate/Advanced level

*Gentle Yoga is basic yoga training and can be modified for everyone. Easy to follow movements for flexibility and strength combined with peaceful music is the perfect combination for the beginner-level participant.

*Senior Group is for members 60 & over. They can participate monthly for lunch, crafts, discussion groups, bingo & more. The group meets twice a month on Tuesdays in the Community Room. Monthly calendars are available at the front counter.

*Wet N Wild is a great way to get started for the day with cardiovascular and resistance training exercise in the shallow water.

**SilverSneakers- Muscular Strength & Range of Movement - Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance; and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

**Fluid Fusion takes you beyond the normal limits to the great depths of the pool for an exhilarating exercise experience in the water!

**Ashtanga Yoga is derived from the teachings of K. Patthabi Jois a renowned Sanskrit scholar. This approach is thought to be the most ancient, the original form of Yoga. The emphasis is on strength, constancy, concentration and flow.

**Pilates combines the practice of Joseph Pilates with fitness balls, resistance bands, and foam rollers, helping to build long, lean muscles. These tools come together to formulate a powerful mixture to help build a stronger core for the more advanced participant.

**Total Toning uses a variety of resistance training equipment to tone muscles and build stronger bones.

**Interval Blend is a variety of cardio activities to stimulate interval training for participants of every fitness level. Using free weights, BOSUs, body bars, and many more pieces of equipmentthis class will take you past the limits of aerobic exercise!

**Zumba Fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. Zumba fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba class!

***Indoor Cycling is a class that will lead you through an indoor bike cycling journey that simulates a variety of terrains, hills, and intervals. Great for toning the lower body as well as the heart and lungs!

***Kardio Kickboxing is a form of martial art exercise that challenges the mind to keep up with the body! Highly motivational for those who need an extra PUNCH in their daily workout routine.

***Pump It Up! This barbell weight lifting class is designed with the more advanced workout in mind. Using only cardio barbells and power platforms to simulate the top of the line strength training for your one hour of power!

***3-2-1 BLAST! Get ready to blast your workout outta this world! 3-2-1 blast is a mix of cardio and weight training that will get your heart pumpin and your muscles thumpin! A variety of different exercise each time the class meets will keep you excited and coming back for more. Get your entire workout done in just one, cardio/weight training packed hour!

*Beginning Bike Basics- Interested yet intimidated in Indoor Cycling?  Step up to the bike with Beginning Bike Basics!  Our YMCA instructors will teach you the basics of Indoor Cycling class and give you a little dose of what it's all about too!

*Intro to Yoga-learn the moves of Gentle Yoga in an instructional manner.  Intro to Yoga will break down Yoga into slower moves for those who are interested in learning the basics; gradually move through sun salutations and breathing techniques.   

 


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