YMCA = Youthful Mature Capable Adults
Adults 50 and older are welcome to become a member of AOA.  This YMCA group is very active and keeps the social scene exciting.  Some of the activities include, specialized exercise classes, the Fall Bake Sale, the Thanksgiving Pot Luck, Christmas Dinner Dance, Wednesday morning Coffee Socials, Chili Potluck, St. Patrick’s Potluck, Summer July Picnic, and many more.  All members receive a quarterly news letter full of all the current events and member information.  This program is run by a committee of the members and all members are encouraged to join the committee. 

SilverSneakers® Fitness Program
The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a results-oriented program that enables older adults to take charge of their health and maintain an active, independent lifestyle.   Members of the SilverSneakers Fitness Program receive a FREE membership to the Cheyenne Family YMCA.  The YMCA provides a specially trained instructor for all customized SilverSneakers fitness classes.  If you belong to a Medicare health plan that offers SilverSneakers, you can enroll in the program by filling out the necessary forms at the YMCA Membership Services Desk and turning them in to the Membership staff.  All SilverSneakers participants are also encouraged to participate in all AOA activities.

AOA Annual Picnic

Join us for our annual summer picnic!

Held in August

5:00pm to 6:00pm

at the V.A. Hospital picnic area

The YMCA provides the meat for the barbeque and picnickers provide the salads, side dishes and desserts.

The sign up sheet is at the Membership Services Desk.

Anyone wishing to come is welcome, AOA member or not!

Body Shaping
Increase muscular tone and flexibility.  This is a 30 minute class and is held in the Community Center.  It is free to Members.

Chair Fitness
Energetic, no-impact, seated exercises with dumbbells and exercise bands.   This is a 45 minute class and is held in the Frontier Room. It is free to Members.

Christmas Dinner Dance

Open to all AOA and SilverSneakers Members and any YMCA members wishing to buy a ticket!

Held on December 14th

5:00pm to 10:00pm

At the Hitching Post Inn

Live music

Tickets available at the YMCA Membership Services Desk

Harvest Pot Luck

Open to all AOA and SilverSneakers Members and any YMCA members wishing to bring a dish!

Held on November 13th

11:30am to 1:00pm

Held in the YMCA Community Center

The sign up sheet for items to bring is at the YMCA Membership Services Desk

Guests are welcome!

Pickleball

Open to everyone ages 50 and older

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

7:30-9:00am

Tuesdays & Thursdays

2:30-5:00pm

This mini-tennis game is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton-sized court using wood paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with holes. Pickleball is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis, and badminton.

Pilate's
An exercise technique founded by Joseph H. Pilate's, focusing on creating balance in the body and developing core muscles.  This is a 30 minute class and is held in the Community Center.  It is free to Members.

Pilate's Yoga Mix
Standing postures and floor exercises that enhance and develop core strength, endurance, flexibility and balance.  This is a 30 minute class and is held in the Community Center.  It is free to Members.

Saint Patrick's Day Potluck

Held in March

YMCA Community Center

Place settings and drinks will be provided

Sign up at the Membership Services desk with the dish you plan to bring

Free to AOA and SilverSneakers members and friends and family

Senior Wellness
An exercise program for active older adults focusing on
cardiovascular health and strength training.  This is a 60 minute class and is held in the Community Center.  It is free to Members.

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SilverSneakers® Cardio Circuit
A class for active older adults focusing on cardiovascular and muscular endurance.  This class is open and free to all members.  It is a 60 minute class and is held in the Community Center.

SilverSneakers® MSROM
A class for older adults focusing on muscular strength and range of motion.  This class is open and free to all members.  It is a 60 minute class and is held in the Community Center.

SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch
A blend of three Yoga styles taught from seated and standing positions to enhance flexibility and balance for the older adult.  This class is open and free to all members.  It is a 60 minute class and is held in the Community Center.

Step Aerobics
An aerobic conditioning class using Reebok steps. This is a 60 minute class and is held in the Community Center.

Yoga
An holistic approach to mind and body fitness. Pre-registration is required and additional fees are applied with a discount for YMCA Members.  It is a 60 minute class and is held in the Frontier Room.

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