Barre Class

Barre Class Taught by Nurit Krauss, who trained at the Julliard School, Martha Graham Center, and the Joffrey Ballet, Barre Class is specially designed for women. It is taught primarily at the ballet barre, but also includes some center and aerobic exercises. Concentrating on balance, alignment, placement, coordination and upper body strength, the Barre Class utilizes principles of ballet and dance to enhance posture, elongate muscles and improve joint articulation and extension.  Special attention is given to learning sequences of movement with music to improve memory.

• INSTRUCTOR: Nurit Krauss
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card
• TIME: Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:15 am

Bhavani Yoga

Core Focus

Join Bhavani for a great hatha yoga "flow" class!  Bhavani has been teaching for close to 40 years on both the east and west coast, and worldwide.  She has a very loyal following - for good reason!

• INSTRUCTOR: Bhavani
• COST: $135
• TIME: Mon./Wed.Fri. 6:30-7:30 am and 12:30-1:30 pm                                                                                                                                                                 

Body Fat Testing

Experts agree that body fat testing is a better, more accurate method of determining your fitness level. The anti-obesity initiative started by former U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. C. Everett Koop, issued an advisory stating that one's body fat percentage is the superior measure of healthy weight. This announcement followed new research supporting body fat percentage as an indicator of health risk. Using the caliper skinfold method, you can learn your body fat and lean body mass levels. Mini-lifestyle consultation with exercise and nutritional recommendations are also included.

• INSTRUCTOR:  Contact Sharon Donaldson, ACE Certified Fitness Professional, for an appointment at (310) 452-3881, x103 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
• COST:  $10, YWCA members; $20, non-members

Body Shop Card

Bodyshop If you find health clubs intimidating, uncomfortable, competitive, and expensive, then join us at the YWCA where you can work out at your own pace in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere! Receive individualized attention from our professional, certified instructors and meet other women who are also there to get fit! The YWCA “Bodyshop” program will help you improve the efficiency of your heart and lungs, burn fat, tone your body and have fun! Regular exercise reduces stress, increases flexibility and endurance and can improve your physical and mental state. TRY YOUR FIRST CLASS FREE!  Body Shop offers:

• Certified professional instructors
• An airy gym with mirrors, sound system and a wood floor
• Affordable classes
• Convenient class schedule
• A comfortable atmosphere for women to get in shape!
• Body Shop Exclusive! Tone your muscles and strengthen your bones with Dr. Robert and Annette Sweezey's "Osteoball" Program. Experience the difference!

• INSTRUCTORS: Terese Miller, Sharon Donaldson, Nancy Kaufman, Nurit Krauss,  Adelaide McLean, Rita Ashton, Hannah Kapp and Janis Flax
• COST: $80 for 8 classes;$210 for 25 classes

• NOTICE - Bodyshop Cards are valid for 3 months
• NO EXTENSIONS (except for medical disability, to be extended at Program Director's discretion).

Body Shop Card and Weight Room Special

Bodyshop Card and Weight Room Special You can purchase a 3-month Weight Room Card (regular price, $60) along with your Body Shop Card and SAVE $10.  Our Weight Room has all of the standard equipment you need to get into shape, including treadmill, stationary bicycle, elliptical trainer, free weights, balance ball, Bosu ball and a strength-building weight system.

• INSTRUCTORS:  See individual class descriptions.
• COST:  8 Body Shop classes: $80; 25 Body Shop classes: $210; Weight Room Card special: $50/3 months (regular price, $60); Initial weight room consultation: $45 (must prepay); Consultation no-show: $25.00
• TIME: Open during regular YWCA hours

Core & More

Strong and Stretched Build strength, flexibility, balance and posture with a variety of resistive equipment.  Exercises used will also help you train core muscles, maintain bone density, burn calories and bust stress! Now using the isometric Osteoball, the exclusive state-of-the-art exercise tool from the Sweezy Institute!

• INSTRUCTOR: Terese Miller, ACE Gold Certified Fitness Professional, ACSM & IDEA Member
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card
• TIME:  Wednesdays, 5:15 - 6:15 pm (starting Sept. 9)

Core-Barre

Core Focus

Our new Core-Barre class blends ballet barre conditioning, yoga postures, mat work and strength training exercises to create a lean physique while improving flexibility, core strength and balance.  Taught with upbeat music and an upbeat style by Janis, this class is guaranteed to make you feel energized and focused!

• INSTRUCTOR: Janis Flax
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card
• TIME: Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 am  and Fridays, 10:15 - 11:15 am, Ongoing 

Gentle Exercise

Gentle Exercise For all ages and most fitness levels, improve your health with this enjoyable, effective workout targeted to enhance the quality of life. Class environment is friendly, comfortable, and dare we say, fun! Format includes warm-up, balance skills and challenges, vertical abdominal work, gentle low-impact aerobics and dance steps, muscular strength endurance exercises plus a great stretch. Alternative exercises offered for those needing a more challenging workout. Now using the isometric Osteoball-exclusive state-of-the-art exercise tool from the Sweezy Institute!

• INSTRUCTOR: Terese Miller, ACE Gold Certified Fitness Professional, ACSM & IDEA Member
•  COST: 8 Class Card for $40  (If purchased online, please come to front office for your first class to pick up your card.) 
  
• TIME: Mon, Tue, Thu 10:45 - 11:45 am

Step/Interval Aerobics

Step Aerobics builds cardiovascular endurance and burns excess fat at a fast rate, because it adds in a strength training component, it REALLY torches calories and builds lean muscle!  Nancy Kaufman has been teaching for close to 30 years and has a super-fun class with motivating music and an entertaining variety of moves without complex choreography that will keep your body in motion!

• INSTRUCTOR: Nancy Kaufman
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card
• TIME: Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:15 am, Ongoing

TimeLessBody

Join dancer, choreographer and teacher, Nurit Krauss, and learn about her unique Timeless Body System. It efficiently combines all elements of fitness into a well-crafted sequence of movement that works the entire body as well as the nervous system. Perfect for all ages and levels of fitness.  Weekly classes meet every Monday with Nurit.

For More information, go to:  TimeLessBodySystem.com or email Nurit at:

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• INSTRUCTOR: Nurit Krauss
  
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card
• TIME: Mondays, 9:00 - 10:15 am, Ongoing

Weight Room / Strength Training

Fit fitness into you schedule! Our Weight Room is the Westside's best kept secret! Increase muscle tone, strength, bone density, and aerobic capacity with a complete, personalized Strength Training/Weight Room Program. Achieve this exercise on our Universal equipment, free weights and cardio machines. Set up an appointment with our Weight Room consultant and that personalized Strength Training/Weight Room Program based on your goals and health history is all yours!

• INSTRUCTOR: Terese Miller, ACE Gold Certified Fitness Professional, ACSM & IDEA Member
• COST: $45 - initial consultation (must prepay); Consultation no-show: $25; 1 month, $28; 3 months, $60
• TIME: Open during regular YWCA hours (Mon. - Fri., 8:30 am - 7:30 pm, Sat. 8:30 - 12 noon)

Yoga

Enjoy the rewards of increased strength, balance, focus, flexibility and relaxation. Excellent for all fitness levels, Yoga Body Shop has something for everyone. Caring and qualified instructors will guide you through yoga postures using the breath in a comfortable, nurturing environment. All classes end with a rejuvenating relaxation period. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or light blanket.

• INSTRUCTORS:  Adelaide McLean, Jenny Pagliaro
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card
• TIME:  Mondays, 6:30 - 7:45 pm; Fridays, 8:30 - 9:45 am; Saturdays, 10:15- 11:30 am

Zumba Gold

Zumba Join Rita Ashton, Zumba Gold Certified Instructor, for this great new total body dance-exercise workout.  Zumba Gold is specifically designed to take Latin and international dance rhythms created in the original Zumba and bring them to the active older adult and more beginner/intermediate student.  The basics are emphasized for a safe yet effective total body workout great for any age.  COME JOIN THE PARTY!

• INSTRUCTOR: Rita Ashton
• COST: Use your Body Shop Card.
• TIME:  Mondays, 12 noon - 12:45 pm and Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 am, ongoing