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GROUP EXERCISE
The Ragsdale YMCA traditionally offers over 40 group exercise classes a week with a wide variety of all levels to suit individual needs. Please see the links to schedules and class descriptions below. These classes are free to all Ragsdale Y members, with the exception of those noted. If you have any questions regarding any of the Group Exercise classes, please do not hesitate to contact the front desk.
Participants must be at least 14 years old to participate in any of the aerobic, yoga, or cycle classes. Teen certification is held the first Monday night of each month from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, and the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 am until noon. This class is free but requires pre-registration at the front desk. Additional information may be found in the following schedules: January and February or March and April.
February 2012 Group Exercise Schedule
March 2012 Group Exercise Schedule
Group Exercise Class Descriptions
SPECIAL EXERCISE CLASSES
St. Patrick's Day Master Group Exercise
T'ai Chi Ch'uan ("tie-chee-chwan") is an ancient Chinese martial art. This system incorporates exercise, meditation, and self-defense into a flowing series of gentle movements and postures. T'ai Chi's hallmarks of non-violence, harmony, yielding, and neutralization are based on Taoist philosophy, demonstrated by the yin-yang symbol. Experience serenity, balance, strength, and flexibility through this life-enriching path of rejuvenation and self-actualization!
Your instructor, Eric Reiss, has practiced the art of T'ai Chi Ch'uan since 1973. He apprenticed for twelve years and was certified to teach under the guidance of a famous master, Dr. Marshall Ho'o. In 1999, Mr. Reiss founded the Silk Tiger School of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. He continues teaching throughout the Piedmont.
Fees per monthly session:
$30 YMCA Members
$60 Non-Members
T'ai Chi additional information can be found here.
The Y also has Tae Kwon Do classes available for both children (ages 5 and up) and adult. Dwayne Williams, from Greensboro Black Belt Academy, is the instructor. Classes include basics and forms, self defense, and kicking and sparring. Please contact Dwayne at 601.5287 for more information.
Fees per monthly session:
$40 YMCA Members
$50 Non-Members
Please note: discounts are available for additional family members.