Specialty Fitness Workshops and Classes

Specialty Fitness Workshops and Classes

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!

Cancellation Policy: Requests for class refunds must be submitted no later than 72 hours prior to the start of the session. In the event that the Y must cancel a session, the participant will receive a refund for the canceled session. Refunds will not be issued for sessions missed by participants. Email requests to Kayla Mathers, Associate Director of Health & Wellness.

Looking for fitness opportunities for tweens and teens? Check out our Youth, Teens & Families page!

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.

Turning Inward

Awaken the direct inner experience of joy during your workouts. This is no special technique but a practiced attitude, a way of cultivating an inner orientation of direct experience that brings balance to our often externally oriented workouts. Let’s spend an evening reviewing and considering how we can all benefit and experience more of the inner joy of being alive as we care for ourselves through training.

• DATE: Wednesday, Oct. 21
• TIME: 6 to 7 p.m.
• LOCATION: Patterson Room
• COST: $8 for Y members | $16 for community members
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! Registration opens 2 weeks before the event.

Arthritis and Yoga

This is a 2-hour gentle yoga class designed specifically for people managing arthritis or joint pain. This is not a flexibility class, and you don't need any yoga experience. We'll move through a few main strategies to manage arthritic joints: gentle range-of-motion work, simple strength-building to support the muscles around the joint, and restorative poses using props for rest rather than stretching. The focus will be on the knees, hips, and spine, but we will also touch on considerations for other joints. We will incorporate breathing practice and discuss how yoga philosophy supports this type of practice, and how to make it "more, not less, yoga." All levels of practice welcome. Chairs and props provided. Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program if you have concerns about your specific condition.

• DATE: Saturday, Nov. 14
• TIME: 12 to 1:30 p.m.
• LOCATION: Yoga Studio
• COST: $8 for Y members | $16 for communiy members 
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! Registration opens 2 weeks before the event.

SPECIALTY FITNESS CLASSES

Our Specialty Fitness Classes are unique opportunities to explore health and wellness in small group settings. These classes include multiple sessions, allowing you to discover new practices, build strength and connect with yourself and your community. Sign up for multiple classes or commit to just one to start! Registration for specialty classes opens 2 weeks before the class begins.

Please note: Some classes are only available to Y members. Check individual series' details below.​​

September Specialty Offerings 

Heart Centered Yoga Practice 

Gentle yoga focusing on loving and compassionate presence for exactly how you are feeling in the moment. Guided heart practices assist in the health and healing of your mind, body, and spirit.

• DATE: Friday, Sept. 11
• TIME: 3:45 to 5:5 p.m.
• LOCATION: Movement Studio
• COST: $8 for Y members | $16 for community members 
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! 

Heroboard 

High-intensity, low-impact strength training on a Heroboard! Pilates and Lagree lovers can experience movement-based workouts without the large machine. Classes are designed to build strength, endurance, balance, and core stability. Unlike traditional strength training, Lagree utilizes slow, controlled movements and constant muscle engagement to create a challenging full-body workout that is gentle on the joints and accessible to a wide range of fitness levels. Participants can expect improved functional strength, posture, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance in a single efficient workout.

• DATES: Two sessions to choose from on Saturday, Sept. 26 
• TIME: Session 1: 12 to 12:45 p.m. | Session 2: 12:50 to 1:35 p.m.
• LOCATION: Movement Studio
• COST: $8 for Y members | $16 for community members 
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! 

Run to Stay Wark 5k Training with Run Hub - Starts Sept. 12

Our 11-week training program is geared towards beginning runners and those new to running. Certified coaches will provide guidance and suggestions for weekly training as we build toward running the Run to Stay Warm 5K. Participants can expect to start with walking and jogging and build toward continuously running for at least 5 km. The first practice is on Saturday, September 12, at 8:30 AM. We will meet weekly on Saturdays to run and will have an occasional guest speaker. Saturday time commitment will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30-9:45 a.m. but may end closer to 10:00 a.m. on days that include guest speakers. The YMCA will be the primary practice location, but local parks and trails will also be utilized. Participants will receive a free t-shirt, complimentary socks, and a discount at Run Hub for the duration of the training program.

*Returning runners from the 5K program will have the option to do an intermediate workout on Saturdays and work towards the Run To Stay Warm 10K. You must be able to run on your own 3 times a week in addition to the Saturday morning team practice. Registration cost does not include the Run to Stay Warm registration fee.

• DATES: Saturday, Sept. 12 to Nov. 21
• TIME: 8:30 to 10 a.m.
• LOCATION: Kalapuya 
• COST: $99 for Y members | $109 for community members 
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! 

Playful Partner Yoga is back!

Explore supportive postures, mindful connection, and the joy of shared movement in pairs and groups. No prior partner yoga experience needed. We'll create trust with eachother as we encourage and support one another, sparking new connections and deepening existing bonds. Come solo, with a partner or as a group—our instructors will ensure everyone has a match.

• DATE: Saturday, Oct. 24
• TIME: 4:30 to 6 p.m.
• LOCATION: Yoga Studio
• COST: $8 for Y members | $16 for community members 
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! 

Aerial Yoga Play

Aerial Yoga Play combines all the benefits of traditional yoga—flexibility, strength and balance—with a unique approach to 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. We offer a selection of levels for all abilities! Aerial Yoga Play for Teens & Tweens is designed specially for youth ages 10 to 16.

Aerial Flow Yoga enhances traditional yoga by incorporating our specialized swings that enhance flexibility, strength and balance in a unique suspended environment. This approach allows members to sculpt their bodies through dynamic movements that tone muscles and increase flexibility. Beyond physical benefits, Aerial Yoga Play promotes mindfulness and concentration, offering a refreshing and exhilarating way to engage with yoga while exploring creativity and achieving mental clarity.

Current Offerings

Price per session
$8 per class for Y members | $16 per class for community members
REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! Registration opens 2 weeks before a class begins.

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

Price per session
$8 per session for Y members | Y membership required
​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! Registration opens 2 weeks before a class begins.

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.

Current offerings
Various sessions each week:

Price per session
$8 per session for Y members | $16 for community members
​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class! Registration opens 2 weeks before a class begins.

Small Group Boxing

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.

Current offerings

• DATES: Weekly on Tuesdays
• TIME: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• LOCATION: Spencer Terrace 
• COST: $8 for Y members | $16 for community members 
• ​REGISTER through the Y app, as you would a Group Exercise class!