Small Group Training

Small Group Training Sessions are led by a certified personal trainer and each session focuses on a specialized format such as strength training, endurance, or core. Participants will use ropes, kettlebells, bars, TRX equipment and more encouraging individual progression and skill development.

A variety of classes and times are offered throughout the Association.

Upcoming Classes

Classes change each quarter

Intro to Strength Training

This class focuses on the basics of strength training, learning proper form and how to safely use strength equipment. Perfect for those new to the gym or strength training.

YMCA at American Tobacco
Mondays, April 8 - 29, 6 - 7 p.m. Register
Trainer: Andrew
Contact: Leslie Boesch

Women on Weights

Open to all levels, this group is an introduction to weightlifting for women! This class is designed to help women get comfortable with lifting weights, focusing on strength, conditioning and learning proper form.

Northwest Cary YMCA
Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., February 4 - 25
$56 for four sessions (members only) Register
Contact: Simeon Ruff

Southeast Raleigh YMCA
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., May 7 - 28
$56 for four sessions (members only) Register
Contact: Tracie Poerazaff

YMCA at American Tobacco
All Levels
Mondays, 4 - 5 p.m., April 7 - 28 Register
Trainer: Shawnta
Contact: Leslie Boesch

Women on Weights 2

This intermediate to advanced class takes the introductory Women on Weights class to the next level. This program challenges women with additional exercises and new exposure to resistance training equipment. Get a great workout while learning more and further developing your bones and muscles.

Southeast Raleigh YMCA
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., March 5 - 26
$56 for four sessions (members only) Register
Contact: Tracie Poerazaff

Intro to Barbell Lifting

This 4-week small group training will introduce basic barbell lifts with proper technique. A Nationally Certified Personal Trainer leads this class and uses the Southeast Raleigh Olympic Lifting floor space and squat rack.

Southeast Raleigh YMCA
Thursdays, 6 - 7 p.m., April 24 - May 15 | Register
OR
Saturdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., April 26 - May 17 | Register
$56 (members)
Contact: Tracie Poerazaff

Les Mills Strength Development

Build strength in phases based on strength and conditioning science. If you want to get stronger, LES MILLS STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT™ is a sequence of 12 x 45-minute progressive strength workouts. Whether new to lifting or a seasoned pro, LES MILLS STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT will build muscle, improve technique, and grow your confidence so you can train more powerfully in the studio and on the gym floor. Ages 16 & up.

Poyner YMCA
Mondays, 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. , September 9 - December 9
OR
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:15 a.m., September 11 - December 11
$168 for 12 sessions (members)
Register for Monday Sessions
Register for Wednesday Sessions
Contact: Joy Pariz

Strength, Agility and Quickness (SAQ)

Strength, Agility and Quickness (SAQ), for ages 11 - 17 years, focuses on helping participants to become better, stronger athletes. This training is full of drills and exercises. This is a free, ongoing training program designed to help athletes achieve their fitness goals.

Taylor Family YMCA
Wednesdays, 4 - 5 p.m.
Sign up using the YMCA mobile app.

Women's Barbell Club

The Women's Barbell Club is an intermediate lifting program designed for women who want to progress their lifting and strength while creating community with other women doing the same. We meet once a week for a group lifting session- either Tuesday night at 5:30 p.m. or Thursday morning at 6 a.m. (We have 2 groups.) Members have the option to do a full 3-day progressive overload program for each 16-week training block the instructor designs. To attend, women must know how to use an Olympic barbell to deadlift, squat, bench press and hip thrust. Programming involves a combination of bodybuilding and powerlifting, using barbells for the 4 main lifts, along with free weights, cables and machines for other lifts. We meet together as a group and participate in lifting events throughout the year, along with social and charity events outside of the gym.

Kraft Family YMCA
Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m. (ongoing)
Thursdays, 6 - 7:30 a.m. (ongoing)
Studio X
Contact Pamela Formyduval for more information or questions about class fit.
Purchase 12-week session package or individual sessions online or at the Welcome Center.