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The Active Older Adult Program (AOA) offers a wide range of activities that include walks, fitness classes, water aerobics, and workshops to meet the needs of its members. Whether you are new to exercise or are currently active, a fitness plan is available for you.

GETTING STARTED

The Presidio Community YMCA offers fitness orientations to help members get acquainted with the facility, equipment and staff. A Wellness Coach will talk with you and discuss your individual fitness needs, as well as any physical conditions that may limit your exercise. A comprehensive exercise program will be designed for you that includes a demonstration of the activities as well as recorded on your workout card. You don't have to learn it all in one session. Wellness Coaches are available for follow-up appointments. To schedule an orientation, please contact the Member Services Desk at 415/447-9622.

If you are interested in taking a fitness class, please (click here) Presidio Community YMCA Group Exercise for a complete listing of all our classes. Classes recommended for Active Older Adults are:

Lite n' Lively is light on the knees and feet but great on the heart and muscles.
Lite Circuit is all about balance, coordination, and strength.
Presidio Walks are a low-impact, moderate intensity class exploring the trails of the Presidio Park.

Subtle Moves focuses on increasing flexibility and range of motion.

WATER FITNESS

Water exercise is a great way for people to workout. If you are new to fitness, the water environment allows you to set your own pace and intensity; and to rest when necessary, using the buoyancy of the water. For those who need a more intense workout, the resistance water provides acts in all directions on the muscles, regardless of the movement.

In some ways, water exercise is safer than land-based activity (i.e., falls don't carry the same threat of injury, and weight-bearing impact shock is minimal, or eliminated completely with floatation devices). Water exercise can help improve energy and stamina, decrease weight injury, build agility and coordination, and control stress. See pool schedule for a listing of all aqua classes. For additional information, or to schedule a pool orientation, please call Jason Castleberry at 415/447-9609, or jcastleberry@ymcasf.org.