All five of our branches offer a variety of group fitness programs. Find details and class options below, and use the schedule at the bottom of the page to reserve your place in class!
Free Classes for Albany Members
Monday
Barre with Jenny | 12:15 - 1:00pm
Yoga with David | 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Tuesday
Core & Stretch with Jenny | 9:00am - 9:45am
Senior Strength with Jenny | 11:00am - 11:45am
Wednesday
Pilates with Starr | 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Thursday
Core & Stretch with Jenny | 9:00am - 9:45am
Friday
Pilates with Starr | 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Free Classes for Downtown Berkeley Members:
*Reservations will no longer be required for most of our classes starting Monday, April 25. Just drop-in for fitness and fun!
Zumba with Noel
Mondays | 9:30 am - 10:25 am
Dance to current and Latin inspired music in this aerobic workout! All levels welcome.
Lower Body Circuit with Rashad
Mondays | 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Gain and develop strength in the quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves and core through this circuit workout utilizing dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, bodyweight and more. Exercises will be time interval based. All levels welcome.
Kickbox Strength with Katy
Mondays | 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Elevate your heart rate with thirty minutes of cardio conditioning kickboxing combos. Class will end with fifteen minutes of a full body strength circuit utilizing dumbbells. Members must bring their own mat. All levels welcome.
Zumba with Waleska
Mondays | 6:30pm - 7:25pm
Dance to current and latin inspired music in this aerobic workout! All levels welcome.
Vinyasa Yoga with Lisa (starting May 3rd!)
Tuesdays | 8:30am - 9:25am
This fun, sweaty, empowering practice emphasizes coordination of breath with movement to flow from one pose to the next. Vigorous and rewarding, this class will safely and effectively help you to challenge the limits of both body and mind. Limit 20 participants for this specific class.
Cardio Dance with Andi
Tuesdays | 9:30 - 10:25am
This class utilizes a variety of dance moves choreographed with music to improve stamina and aerobic capacity and is suitable for all fitness levels. Great music and FUN!!
Pilates Mat with Andi
Tuesdays | 10:30 - 11:25am
Pilates is an array of exercises designed by Joseph Pilates to create pelvic stabilization and abdominal control. Expect to increase joint mobility, strengthen your muscles, and increase core stability. All levels welcome.
Senior Strength Coaching with Evelyn
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00 - 11:00 am
Learn or re-learn how to use our circuit strength training machines. Weight training is important for maintaining bone density, our activities of daily living and overall health! It is the fountain of youth for older adults. This class will provide group guided instruction on how to setup equipment based on your needs, support you in choosing safe and effective activities and ensuring correct form. Adaptations for physical limitations, arthritic joints, range of motion limits, etc. will be provided. NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.This class will meet in our Circuit Room on the main floor.
Body Conditioning with Noel
Tuesdays | 5:30 pm - 6:25 pm
Body Conditioning is a full-body strength workout utilizing weights, various tools, and body weight. Please bring a mat. All levels welcome.
Vinyasa Yoga with Jason
Tuesdays | 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
This fun, sweaty, empowering practice emphasizes coordination of breath with movement to flow from one pose to the next. Vigorous and rewarding, this class will safely and effectively help you to challenge the limits of both body and mind.
Upper Body Circuit with Rashad
Wednesdays | 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Gain and develop strength in the chest, back, shoulders, arms and core through this circuit workout utilizing dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, bodyweight and more. Exercises will be time interval based. All levels welcome.
Core & Stretch with Noel
Wednesdays | 9:30am - 10:25am
This class consists of core based exercises that strengthen your abs, glutes, and hamstrings and ends with stretches for an overall effect that makes you feel stronger and more mobile.
Cardio Dance with Evelyn
Wednesdays | 10:00-10:55 am
This class utilizes a variety of dance moves choreographed with music to improve stamina and aerobic capacity and is suitable for all fitness levels. Great music and FUN!!
Senior Strength with Katy
Wednesdays | 11:00 - 11:45 am
Using a chair, band, and hand weights we will build full body strength and improve range of motion for activities of daily living. Balance and coordination exercises will be incorporated as well. Exercises will be performed standing and in the chair.
H.I.I.T Circuit with Noel
Wednesdays | 5:30 - 6:15pm
Join us for this high intensity interval class utilizing stations of battle ropes, sandbags, trx, weights, kettlebells and more! Rotate through timed stations gaining strength and endurance. All levels welcome.
Pilates Mat with Paul
Thursdays | 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Pilates is array of exercises designed by Joseph Pilates to create pelvic stabilization and abdominal control. Expect to increase joint mobility, strengthen your muscles, and increase core stability. All levels welcome.
Zumba with Noel
Thursdays | 5:30pm - 6:25pm
Dance to current and Latin inspired music in this aerobic workout! Masks required and all levels welcome.
Hatha Yoga with David
Fridays | 9:30 - 10:45am
Traditionally, "Hatha" referred to the combined practice of physical postures (Asanas) and breath control (Pranayama.) Over time, the emergence of specific styles led Hatha to serve as an umbrella term for styles that draw upon the teachings of multiple lineages. Though emphasis may vary, ease is priority.
H.I.I.T. with Katy (Outdoor, Reservation Required)
Fridays | 12:15pm - 1:00pm
HIIT optimizes your workout by utilizing a series of cardio and strength intervals to challenge your current level of fitness. The most effective way to build more muscle and improve endurance and strength. Members must bring their own mat. All levels welcome. Class will be held in our Teen Center parking lot at 2111 Martin Luther King Jr. Way.
Qi Gong with Andres
Saturdays | 10:00 - 11:00 am
Experience this time-tested Chinese exercise form geared towards mental and physical health. With special breathing exercises accompanied with mindful movement, Qigong is a great way to increase energy levels and good health. This class is perfect for those looking to experience the interdependence of mind and body in a workout. With easy and gentle movements, this class is open for members of any fitness level.
Free Classes for Oakland Y Members:
Group Fitness Classes are held indoors in the Main Studio unless otherwise noted
Monday
7:30am Sculpt with Michelle
12:00pm Yoga with Odisa
4:00pm Senior Fitness with Joe
5:30pm Ab Lab with Hannah
6:30 HIIT 30 with Hannah
7:00pm Yoga with Vanessa
Tuesday
9:30am SoulBody Barre with Vanessa
11:00am Aqua Aerobics with Vanessa (Pool)
12:00pm Senior Fitness with Joe
5:00pm Gentle Yoga with Jimmy
7:00pm Zumba with Vanina
Wednesday
9:30am Gentle Yoga with Wen
11:30am Yoga (Starts March 23rd)
6:00pm Ab Lab with Hannah
6:45pm Group Power with Vanessa (Starts March 23rd)
Thursday
7:10am Group Power (Starts March 24th)
9:30am Pilates Mat with Vanessa
11:00am Aqua Aerobics with Vanessa (Pool)
12:00pm Senior Fitness with Joe B
6:15pm Foam Roll Relief with Brittany
7:00pm Yoga with Jimmy
Friday
7:30am Body Sculpt with Michelle
12:00pm Group Power with Vanessa (Starts March 25th)
Saturday
8:30am Zumba with Vanina
10:00am Aqua Zumba with Vanina (Pool)
10:30am Boot Camp with Hannah (Track)
Sunday
9:30am Foam Roll Relief with Brittany
10:30am Yoga with Odisa
Free Classes for Pleasant Hill Y Members:
Water Aerobics Classes with Ben, Julie, Kyle and Rachel:
Monday - Thursday | 8:45am - 9:30am, 9:40 – 10:25, & 1:40pm - 2:25pm
Friday | 10:00am - 10:45am
Sunday | 8:00am - 8:45am
*Reservations for Water Aerobics open 24 hours ahead of class times. Use the interactive schedule at the bottom of the page to reserve your session!
Outdoor Body Conditioning with Julien (Sport Court)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00am - 9:45am
Gentle Yoga with Wenlan (Mind/Body Studio)
Monday, Wednesday | 11:15am – 12:15pm
Pilates with Leslie (Mind/Body Studio)
Tuesday | 9:00am - 9:45am
Thursday | 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Body Sculpt with Gary (Aerobics Studio)
Tuesday, Thursday | 10:00am - 10:45am
Strength & Balance with Gary (Aerobics Studio)
Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00am - 11:45am
Ab Lab with Lauren (Aerobics Studio)
Tuesday, Thursday | 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Deep Yoga Flow with Sherry (Mind/Body Studio)
Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoor Body Conditioning with Lauren (Sport Court)
Tuesday, Thursday | 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Zumba with Beatriz (Aerobics Studio)
Wednesday | 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday | 9:30am – 10:30am
*Reservations for Indoor Classes open 48 hours ahead of class times.. No reservation required for Outdoor Fitness classes!
HIIT w/ Jocelyn
Monday | 5:45pm-6:30pm
Wednesday | 12:00pm-12:45pm
HIIT optimizes your workout by utilizing a series of cardio and strength intervals to challenge your current level of fitness. The most effective way to build more muscle and improve endurance and strength. Members must bring their own mat. All levels welcome.
Gentle Yoga w/ Nicole (Starting May 3!)
Tuesday | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Gentle yoga focuses on breathing techniques and relaxation. This class increases mobility and promotes ease in the body in a gentle and nourishing way performed at a slower pace, with less intense positions. All levels welcome.
Tai Chi w/ Nina
Thursday | 10:00am-11:00am
Tai Chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Tai Chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle movements connecting the mind and body. All levels welcome.
Yoga with Faith & Rebecca (Aerobics Studio)
Saturdays | 8:30am - 9:30am
This class focuses on building strength, stamina, and flexibility. It is appropriate for those new to Yoga as well as more experienced Yogis – options and modifications are always offered. Faith and Rebecca are co-teaching this class, and will alternate teaching every Saturday.
Zumba with Claudia (starting May 21st)
Saturdays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Dance to current and Latin inspired music in this aerobic workout! All levels welcome.
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