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Programs: Health & Well-Being

Group Exercise Classes

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We have over 75 group exercise classes available every week including Yoga, Pilates, step aerobics, studio cycling, water fitness, and more!  See the current schedule above or pick up a schedule at the Welcome Center. 


Guidelines & Policies

Members (age 12 and older) have full use of all areas of the facility. Members age 12-14 who are interested in using the weight rooms MUST complete a FitLinxx Orientation prior to using the equipment. This privilege is for YMCA facility members ONLY and may be revoked if inappropriate behavior is noted.  For safety reasons, members under the age of 12 are not allowed in any of our Wellness Centers. To setup a FitLinxx orientation email to our Total Health Coach, call 805-642-2131 ext 15 or sign-up at the Welcome Center. 


FitLinxx

This computerized program is the ultimate marriage of technology and fitness.  It allows our Total Health Coaches to program an electronic personal trainer to orientate you on how to properly use all of our equipment and help you meet your specific goals and objectives.  This technology is FREE to all facility members! 

To schedule an appointment you can send an email to our Total Health Coach,call 805-642-2131 ext. 15 or sign-up at the Welcome Center. Learn more

 


Fitstart

If you have a hard time working out the FitStart will provide you with the tools to achieve your healthy lifestyle goals.  A Total Health Coach will review your fitness & objectives, orientate you on how to use equipment properly, advise you on how to overcome barriers from exercising, and provide support during the first 12 weeks of your program.  This is a perfect program for individuals just starting a healthy lifestyle or who have a difficult time committing to an exercise plan. Learn more with the FitStart Information Flyer.

To setup an appointment for your FitStart Program just email our Total Health Coach, call 805-642-2131 ext 15 or sign-up at the Welcome Center. 


Silver Sneakers

This program is offered in partnership with Secure Horizons at no additional cost to Medicare-eligible members.  Each member is entitled to a facility membership at the Ventura Family YMCA.  The Silver Sneakers Class offers a multi-level equipment based strength and conditioning exercises designed for Medicare-eligible individuals.  The classes are easy on your joints and appropriate for individuals who exercise regularly as well as those new to exercise or who may not have exercised in years.  The exercises are designed to improve your strength, flexibility, and the ability to perform functional activities such as getting out of your car or lifting your grandchildren!  For more information on a membership please contact the Welcome Center. 


Independent Study PE

The Ventura Family YMCA partners with Foothill Technology, Ventura, Buena, El Camino, and Pacific High Schools to provide an opportunity for those students who would like to secure PE credits for graduation.  Students have full access to the facility and must meet the requirements set by their school in order to receive high school credit.  Independent Study PE forms can be obtained from a school counselor and must be approved by the Wellness Director.  Students must also complete additional membership paperwork to become facility members.


Personal Training

Individuals interested personal attention and extra motivation during each workout should consider a Personal Trainer.  Personal Trainers will develop a workout that is geared towards your specific goals.  Personal Training sessions can be schedule at any time convenient to the Personal Trainer and Member. To schedule an appointment you can send an email to our Rich Gross or call 805-642-2131 ext. 22. Learn More


Youth Strength Training

Teen Strength Training
Participants between the ages of 12 -19 will learn and understand the components of physical fitness.

Advanced Strength Training
This class is open to young men and women 12-19 and participants must have taken “Teen Strength” or demonstrate their proficiency.  The class will meet for 1 hour twice a week for 6 weeks.  Emphasis will be on learning exercises, designing your own program, and form and technique.  All learning will be done in a structured yet fun environment. 


Youth Wellness

We currently offer over 100 youth classes and swim lessons each week for youth ages 3 - 12.  Each class will focus on the basic fundamentals, character development, and FUN!  Introduce your child to the joy of gymnastics, the excitement of youth sports, and character development.  Youth Wellness classes offered each session are Ballet, Tumbling, Irish Dance, Soccer, Racquetball, Basketball, Martial Arts, Art, and Drama.   Learn More


Certification Classes

The Ventura Family YMCA offers the following classes each month for facility and community members.  Learn More

  • CPR
  • AED
  • Oxygen

Water Certification are also available.

  • Lifeguard
  • Swim Instructor
  • Water Aerobics