Our trained and knowledgeable staff is here to provide you with an exceptional experience that will help you reach your health and wellness goals. We offer a state of the art fitness facility equipped with the tools that you will need to become stronger and healthier and our group exercise classes, many of them free to members, are second to none.
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Youth Fitness
Obesity is a rising epidemic in the U.S. Currently, over one third of the youth population is struggling with being overweight or obese. At the Y we are combatting this growing problem with classes that are designed to make fitness fun. Enroll your child in a youth health and wellness program today, and secure a healthier future for their tomorrow.
In Fit Happens classes, kids and teens learn about becoming and staying active in a positive and fun atmosphere. Participant will be encouraged to develop healthy habits that they can carry with them throughout their lives.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
8-11 years old
Circuit training is a fun and engaging way for children to be physically active. Each week there is a different workout to challenge the body with weight lifting, flexibility, and cardio endurance.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
8-12 years old
Boys and girls need no prior experience for this group running program, which emphasizes the fun of running and technique at all levels.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
12-15 years old
Emcompasses all aspects of proper weightlifting
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
6-10 years old
To relax, energize, focus, balance, stretch and strengthen your body. Play win-win games ad act out stories with a weekly theme.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
11-14 years old
Learn proper alignment, gain self-confidence and focus, increase your strength and flexibility, reduce stress and learn relaxation.
Family Fitness
Working on fitness as a family is a great way to set a positive example and stay motivated. Participation in YMCA fitness programs offer opportunities for friendship and community, a sense of well-being, self-confidence and improved mental abilities and cognition. Best of all you are doing it with people you care about, and it's fun! Get announcements on family fun activities on our Facebook page, or you can download our mobile app.
For more information, contact Megan Vazquez, Wellness Director
Active Adults
Today's Active Adults are more health conscious than ever before. At the YMCA we've made the health and fitness of our seniors a top priority by providing programs for the spirit, mind and body. Through group exercise classes and aquatic programs that concentrate on mobility and flexibility, dance classes, and volunteer activities, the YMCA is bringing Active Adults together for camaraderie, fellowship and fun!
For more information, contact Megan Vazquez, Wellness Director
See class descriptions below.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
Increase your core and functional strength with a variety of all-body exercises. No matter what your fitness goals, this class will help you reach them
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
Balance diminishes as we get older, but you CAN improve your balance at any age with strength gains, posture improvement, flexibility training, and balance practice. If you are looking to improve your balance this is the class for you.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
PIIT takes the treadmill, eliptical, bike, and other fitness machines to the next level! Make your workouts work for you! PIIT provides you with personalized interval training to accommodate your body. All Levels welcome.
Offered Winter & Spring 2018
Increase your balance, stability, and over all strength. +Heart has an added cardiovascular component.
FREE GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES
Free fitness classes just for members! We offer a jam packed fitness schedule full of classes that will energize your spirit, mind and body.
For more information, contact Megan Vazquez, Wellness Director
See class descriptions below.
FREE YOGA FOR MEMBERS
The North Suburban YMCA offers a variety of yoga classes that will meet the needs of yogis of all levels.
Our experienced and well respected yoga instructors will give you the tools you will need to be strong, energized and focused. See yoga class descriptions below.
See class descriptions below.
All Levels
Need a mid-day break? Spend it stretching, strengthening, and getting focused. No matter your age or condition, you will experience the benefits of this class. It is excellent for those who find sitting unsupported on the floor challenging. Moving mindfully in supported sitting poses will increase flexibility, strength, circulation and focus. Chair yoga encourages body awareness and proper breathing. All Levels
Let your body be your guide as you move slowly but steadily through traditional yoga poses. "Gentle but not easy," this class is perfect both for seasoned yogis and for those with limited yoga experience. Modifications are available for every pose, letting you determine when you're ready for more challenging poses as you gradually build flexibility. All Levels
Increase flexibility, strength and balance through fundamental poses, seated and standing while emphasizing the importance of breath. A way to manage and reduce stress and tension. All Levels
Features mindful breathing in coordination with movement to promote flexibility and a sense of general well-being. End your day feeling relaxed and renewed. All Levels
Beat that afternoon drag with Lunchtime Yoga, which can help improve your mood and mental clarity and stave off cracings for sugar and caffeine, keeping you invigorated right up until quitting time.
* Classes are first come, first-served for members. Classes have a maximum capacity due to safety. Beginner
An introductory class that will introduce the fundamentals of postures and breath for the vinyasa (flow) form of yoga (moving from one posture to the next motivated by breath.) Intermediate
Intermediate class for those students that would like to work deeper into a pose, using the vinyasa form movements and emphasizing the principles of mindfulness, building stamina with flowing moves.) Advanced
This dynamic and physically demanding style of yoga that is energetic and healing as it flows from one pose to the next. Great for building stamina and strength. Meditation experienced through movement. All Levels All Levels
Iyengar yoga is known for its attention to detail and precise focus on body alignment. BKS Iyengar, the founder of Iyengar yoga, pioneered the use of props to make the practice more accessible for all people. This method is designed to systematically cultivate strength, flexibility, stability, and awareness, and can be therapeutic for specific conditions. It can only be taught by certified Iyengar teachers, who must complete years of study and are rigorously tested on their practice and teaching skills.
Personal Wellness Coach
Welcome to personal training at the North Suburban YMCA! Our nationally certified personal trainers look forward to working with you! We will design an individually specialized work out plan to help you reach our wellness goals.
Print and fill out this form to complete the first steps in reaching your personal fitness goals.
See class descriptions below.
Small Group Training
Small Group Training not only saves you money but also provides a supportive, energetic atmosphere to help you achieve your goals. Workouts will be designed based on your group’s goals and needs. Punch cards are available for purchase. See a complete list of small group training classes below, and be sure to check out the schedule for dates and times
See class descriptions below.
Registration Required. 18 yrs. & up Cardio and strength-training exercises burn more calories while toning your muscles at the same time. A different workout each week to challenge your body. All levels welcome.
18 yrs. & up
Cycle camp combines a 1/2 hour high energy ride, 1/2 hour strength training, and 1/2 hour of abs/core and stretching. Strength training will focus on proper form and technique using different training modalities such as: TRX® Suspension training, plate loaded and fixed equipment, and body weight exercises.
Adult
Increase your core and functional strength with a variety of all body exercises. No matter what your fitness goals, this class will help you reach them.
18 yrs. & up
A 60-minute full-body workout, alternating between intervals of speed rowing and strength circuits. Improve your strength, power and endurance with every stroke. This class incorporates dumbbells, kettle bells, and barbells as you drive up your metabolic rate with rowing. The team spirit produces individual results in this high-energy course!
Adult
Balance diminishes as we get older, but you CAN improve your balance at any age with strength gains, posture improvement, flexibility training, and balance practice. If you are looking to improve your balance this is the class for you.
PIIT takes the treadmill, elliptical, bike, etc. to the next level! Make your workouts work for you! PIIT will personalize interval training to accommodate yor body. All levels welcome.
Adult
Increase your balance, stability, and overall strength. +Heart has an added cardiovascular component.
Massage and Relaxation
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The NSYMCA provides the best massage in the North Suburbs of Chicago. Our massage suite is conveniently located near the locker rooms. Massages are provided by the staff of Align Wellness Center of Northbrook, IL.
Enjoy a massage here to help with:
Some of the Techniques offered include: ALIGN WELLNESS FEES
Massage Club is a great way to make sure you are taking care of yourself each month! Enjoy one 55 minute massage a month for just $60! (Regularly priced $90) You just have to guarantee 12 massages in 1 year to get the savings. And add an associate member to share the benefits of massage! Give us a call at
847-564-9500
for more details.
Enhance®Fitness - Treating Arthritis through Fun, Laughter and Friends
EnhanceFitness is a proven community based senior fitness and arthritis
management program. Its purpose is to help older adults become more active,
energized, and empowered for independent living.
EnhanceFitness has been nationally recognized by the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention, US Department of Health and Human Services, US
Administration on Aging and the National Council on Aging.
The program consists of low impact exercise classes that are safe and
challenging for older adults of all fitness levels.
EnhanceFitness exercises focus on increasing cardiovascular endurance,
strength, balance, and flexibility which can help reduce arthritis
symptoms. A certified instructor leads classes at a pace that works
for each participant.
Of all EnhanceFitness’ multiple benefits though, the one that
matters most is that it’s a great time. Classes are held in a relaxed
atmosphere that promotes fun, laughter, friendship and smiles.
That social interaction is proven to be a vital part of senior
health and well-being.
So if you’re an older adult, lift your body and your spirits and
join us for the EnhanceFitness experience.
NEW! FIT FOR LIFE: CIRCUIT TRAINING
NEW! FIT FOR LIFE: SPRING RUNNING CLUB
NEW! FIT FOR LIFE: STRENGTH TRAINING BASICS
KIDS YOGA
YOUTH YOGA
CORE AND FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH *Fee Based*
IMPROVE YOUR BALANCE * Fee Based*
PITT (PERSONAL INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING) *Fee Based*
STABILITY, STRENGTH (+HEART) *Fee Based*
Balance for Walking (AOA*):
Basic Cardio Plus (AOA)
Boot Camp Interval
Les Mills BodyPump
Cardio Splash (AOA*)
Cycle
Dance Fusion
F.I.T. (Functional Intense Training)
Fitness Xtreme
Functional Fitness
Les Mills Grit
HIIT Cardio
Interval Conditioning
Metabolic Total Body
Muscle Definition
Pilates Barre
Step
Step & Strength
Strength & Balance
Step Interval
TBC (Total Body Conditioning)
Total Body Strength
TRX Circuit
Turbokick
WERQ
Zumba
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
NEW! Gentle Yoga
NEW! Gentle Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Lunar Yoga
Lunar Yoga
NEW! Lunchtime Yoga
NEW! Lunchtime Yoga
Vinyasa Flow Yoga I
Vinyasa Flow Yoga I
Vinyasa Flow Yoga II
Vinyasa Flow Yoga II
Vinyasa Flow Yoga III
Vinyasa Flow Yoga III
Sunrise Yoga
Sunrise Yoga
Iyengar Yoga
Iyengar Yoga
Circuit Training
Cycle Camp
Core & Functional Strength
NEW! Row & More
Improve Your Balance
PIIT (Personal Intensity Interval Training)
Stability, Strength, (+Heart)
TOP REASONS PEOPLE RECEIVE MASSAGE FROM ALIGN WELLNESS CENTER
TYPES OF MASSAGE OFFERED AT THE NSYMCA
55 Minute Massages
YMCA Members
$80/55 minute massages
Non-YMCA Members
$90/55 minute massages
Massage Club Members
$60/55 minute massage
90 Minute Massages
YMCA Members
$110/90 minute massages
Non-YMCA Members
$120/90 minute massages
Massage Club Members
$90/90 minute massages
