YOUR VIRTUAL YMCA
Join our LIVE Virtual Group Exercise Programs! YOUR VIRTUAL YMCA provides Live Virtual Group Exercise Programs taught by your favorite Instructors at The Gateway Family YMCA. A Full Privilege Membership is Required.
In order to better serve our members, this schedule is updated often. Please check back for additional programs and services.
How to Register: Click on the Class Name in the schedule below.
What to Wear: Comfortable clothing, Sneakers (exception is Yoga)
What to Bring: An exercise mat is recommended for most classes. Hand weights, resistance strap/bands are optional.
For Step By Step Registration Instructions CLICK HERE
Please Note: Full or Virtual Members will see appropriate member pricing only after they have signed into their account online, or after choosing the particular member who is registering for each program. If you do not know your password, please use Forgot My Password. A member’s initial password will be First Initial, Last Initial MMDDYY of your birthday (Jane Smith 07/-06/1960 would be JS070660)
To View Full Branch Schedules, please visit our MOBILE APP or CLICK HERE
Live Virtual Group Exercise- Click on the Class Name to Register
Body weight calisthenics to target the major muscles of the lower body, core and address postural muscle imbalances.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 8:15-8:45am
Vinyasa flow class focusing on standing poses to build strength, balance and flexibility. Learn how everything can be modified to suit your needs.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 9:00-10:00am
Yoga performed standing and in a chair, no mat work. Build your strength, balance and flexibility while developing mental clarity, reducing tension and relaxing breath control.
- Instructor: JoAnn
- Time: 11:30-12:30pm
ENHANCE FITNESS (Register Here)
Developed for people with arthritis, you will be lead through gentle movement to promote circulation, balance, mobility, strength and range of motion while going easy on the joints. All exercise done while standing or seated in a chair.
- Instructor: Martha
- Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Ages 5-12. This class is designed for youth to experience a group exercise class in a fun way! This is a full body workout that incorporates both cardiovascular exercise and light weight training.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 1:45-2:30pm
Click on Class Name to Register
A YMCA Full Membership is Required
Live Virtual Group Exercise- Click on the Class Name to Register
FITNESS TOOL BOX (Register Here)
Build your fitness skill set by joining this weekly Zoom session to learn how to use a wide variety of home exercise equipment, calisthenics, stretching techniques and general questions and answers. This is less of a workout and more of a learn by doing session. We will cover the use of resistance bands, tubing, stability ball, stretching straps, step platforms, suspension straps, ab rollers, etc. Equipment to be featured will be promoted ahead of time.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 5:00-6:00pm
Designed to improve the strength of the core muscles to protect and maintain a healthy back.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Upbeat, easy to follow dance moves set to music you can’t stand still for. Move, sweat and smile to better fitness!
- Instructor: Kim
- Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Click on Class Name to Register
A YMCA Full Membership is Required
Live Virtual Group Exercise- Click on the Class Name to Register
Body weight calisthenics to target the major muscles of the lower body, core and address postural muscle imbalances.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 8:15-8:45am
BARRE EXERCISE (Register Here)
Ballet inspired moves with elements of Pilates, dance yoga and strength training.
- Instructor: Shaheda
- Time: 9:00-10:00am
Yoga performed standing and in a chair, no mat work. Build your strength, balance, and flexibility while developing mental clarity, reducing tension and relaxing breath control.
- Instructor: Shaheda
- Time: 10:15-11:00am
SILVERSNEAKERS (Register Here)
Gentle movement to promote circulation, balance, mobility, strength and range of motion while going easy on the joints. All exercises done while standing or seated in a chair.
- Instructor: JoAnn
- Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Upbeat, easy to follow dance moves set to music you can’t stand still for. Move, sweat and smile to better fitness!
- Instructor: Robin
- Time: 6:30-7:30pm
Click on Class Name to Register
A YMCA Full Membership is Required
Live Virtual Group Exercise- Click on the Class Name to Register
ENHANCE FITNESS (Register Here)
Developed for people with arthritis, you will be lead through gentle movement to promote circulation, balance, mobility, strength and range of motion while going easy on the joints. All exercise done while standing or seated in a chair.
- Instructor: Martha
- Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Ages 5-12. Children’s yoga is a fun, creative, and relaxing class, which combines movement with the basic poses of yoga. We will work on balance, flexibility, coordination, and body awareness. This class will introduce yoga terminology, poses and breath work.
- Instructor: Lisa
- Time 4:00-4:45pm
Vinyasa flow class focusing on standing poses to build strength, balance and flexibility. Learn how everything can be modified to suit your needs.
- Instructor: Lisa
- Time 5:00-6:00pm
Flatten the Curve! Core conditioning to address postural muscle deficiencies and create a firmer mid-section.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 6:15-6:45am
Upbeat, easy to follow dance moves set to music you can’t stand still for. Move, sweat and smile to better fitness!
- Instructor: Kim
- Time: 7:00-7:45pm
Click on Class Name to Register
A YMCA Full Membership is Required
Live Virtual Group Exercise- Click on the Class Name to Register
Flatten the Curve! Core conditioning to address postural muscle deficiencies and create a firmer mid-section.
- Instructor: Paul
- Time: 8:15-8:45am
Vinyasa flow class focusing on standing poses to build strength, balance and flexibility. Learn how everything can be modified to suit your needs.
- Instructor: Lisa
- Time 9:00-10:00am
Yoga performed standing and in a chair, no mat work. Build your strength, balance and flexibility while developing mental clarity, reducing tension and relaxing breath control.
- Instructor: JoAnn
- Time: 11:30-12:30pm
SILVERSNEAKERS (Register Here)
Gentle movement to promote circulation, balance, mobility, strength and range of motion while going easy on the joints. All exercises done while standing or seated in a chair.
- Instructor: JoAnn
- Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Click on Class Name to Register
A YMCA Full Membership is Required
With YMCA 360 you can participate in your favorite YMCA programs anytime that fits your needs. Through a generous partnership with YMCA’s around the country, we are able to provide our members with on-demand YMCA Group Exercise Wellness Programs.
Y360
With YMCA 360 you can participate in your favorite YMCA programs anytime that fits your needs. Through a generous partnership with YMCA’s around the country, we are able to provide our members with on-demand YMCA Group Exercise Wellness Programs.
SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers offers On-Demand Programs:
SILVERSNEAKERS ON DEMAND (Requires Login)
SILVERSNEAKERS ON YOUTUBE (Open to ALL)
Les Mills
Les Mills On-Demand:
MOSSA MOVE
Through the generosity of MOSSA, members at The Gateway Family YMCA have access to a 60 day free trial of MOSSA Moves. Please note that a credit card is required to begin the free trial, and you can cancel at any time in your Account.
MOSSA Move is accessible on a PC, Tablet or Smartphone. Choose to view classes online or through their mobile app.
MOSSA gives you the highest quality workouts anytime, anywhere. With decades of experience developing professional fitness programs, MOSSA’s team delivers workouts that guarantee results for everyone from brand new exercisers to serious athletes. The MOSSA Team designs each workout with options and modifications so you can choose the intensity and challenge that are just right for you. Try every workout you want and select your favorites to create your own personalized fitness playlist. Combine cardio and strength programs to maximize results! Work out from the comfort of your own home – on your TV, on your computer, or download the app and take your workouts wherever you go.
This link is specific to Members at The Gateway Family YMCA and is the only way to receive the 60 Day Free Trial:
TGFYMCA YOUTUBE
The Gateway Family YMCA offers a video library on YouTube
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS AND SUPPORT
BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING PROGRAM (BPSM)
In this Virtual version of the YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program, our staff will assist you through live Zoom nutrition presentations and program discussions, provide email updates and office hours, be available for support, assistance and motivation. Open to the community at this time. Registration required. Multiple days and times offered. If you can’t join our live discussion times, please join anyway – email and telephone office hours will be available to you!
Research shows that simply checking and recording your blood pressure (BP) twice a month for four months may lower BP for those with high BP. To qualify for BPSM, participants must be 18+ years of age, have been diagnosed with high BP, not experienced a recent cardiac event or have any arrhythmias or atrial fibrillation. With BPSM, participants will work with trained staff over a four-month period to improve their self-monitoring skills. Program goals are to reduce and better manage your BP, and enhance knowledge of healthier eating habits. Monthly Nutrition Seminars will highlight healthier eating habits.
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM (DEEP)
DEEP is a 6-week program designed to help participants gain a better understanding of diabetes self -care. Relatives and caregivers are welcome to also attend. Each session is 1.5-2 hours in length, with a class size between 5 – 15 participants. Curriculum includes developing self-care, preventing complications, increasing physical activity, improved nutrition, and utilizing available resources.
COFFEE WITH JODI
Join Jodi Pelano, Branch Executive Director at the Wellness Center Branch for shared discussions, conversation and coffee! Call in to speak with your fellow members and Y staff. We may be social-distancing but that doesn’t stop us from being social!
Also Available Tea with Jodi – in the afternoon. Choose your date and time, or register for both!
Y's WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM (WLP)
In this Virtual version of the Y’s Weight Loss program, our staff will assist you through live Zoom nutrition presentations and program discussions, provide email updates, be available for support, assistance and motivation. Open to the community at this time. Registration required. WLP is a group-based twelve week program for adults 18+ years and is designed to empower, encourage and provide the tools needed for success. Weekly topics include balanced eating, physical activity, goal setting, positive psychology and behavior sustainability. Through group work, all participants design personal action plans to achieve their own personal weight loss goals.
HEALTHY WEIGHT AND YOUR CHILD (HWYC)
In this Virtual version of the Healthy Weight and Your Child program, our staff will assist you through live Zoom nutrition presentations and program discussions, provide email updates, be available for support, assistance and motivation. This is a family-based weight management program for children ages 7 – 13 with obesity. Both the parent and child are educated HWYC is designed with the entire family in mind. Both the child and parent learn the positive healthy eating and physical activity changes needed to live a healthier life. Each child should be in the 95th percentile of body mass index and be able to receive clearance from a school nurse or healthcare provider if requested.
EXERCISE CONSULTATION Q&A
This is an open conversation about personal fitness program design based on your individual goals and personal starting point. Suggestions are offered along with potential additional resources. Our staff is here to assist in your personal achievement. This virtual program will include live Zoom discussions as well as email support and motivation.
WALK AND TALK
Join this group talk while you walk and connect with our group virtually.
STREET SMARTS CYCLING PROGRAM
Through interactive graphics and videos, learn how to ride safely and confidently in the road.
CURRICULUM AND RESOURCES
We are committed to providing curriculum, resources and information to our YMCA members and registered program participants
CHILD CARE – Curriculum, Resources and Links are being provided via email to all participant families registered for our Child Development Centers in Elizabeth (Youth Development Branch) and Union (Five Points Branch).
SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE (SACC) – Curriculum, Resources and Links are being provided via email to all participant families registered for our SACC programs through our Elizabeth (Elizabeth Branch), Rahway (Rahway Branch) and Union (Five Points Branch) programs.
EARLY LEARNING READINESS (ELR) – Curriculum, Resources and Links are being provided via email to all participant families registered to attend our ELR programs at the Elizabeth Branch and Rahway Branch.
SWIM LESSON & SAFETY AROUND WATER (SAW) – Curriculum, Resources and Links are being provided via email to all participant families registered to attend our Swim Lesson programs – We’ve included a Coloring Page below
WISE CENTER ADULT SOCIAL DAY SERVICES PROGRAM – Caregiver Support, Links, Resources and Materials are being provided via daily email updates and our Director remains available for all families at this time.
Our Y staff remains available to support you at this time. Please use the Contact Us form on this website for individual questions.
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