Small Group Training at the Y. Your Personalized Fitness Experience!
Level up your workouts with one of the Y's Small Group Training programs! Designed for all skill levels, these classes combine the energy of a group with the personalized coaching of a certified trainer. With 4-6 week programs, you'll build strength, learn new skills, and train with friends while progressing toward your goals. Come train with us and see the difference!
See below to learn more about our upcoming small group training programs.
Cost:
Member: $144/Non-member: $180
Small group training is a paid program that requires registration. Classes will have limited spots to ensure participants enjoy individualized support and instruction. Click the register link above to see time and date options for each class session.
STRENGTH TRAINING
Upcoming Strength Training Small Group Fitness Programs:
PROGRAM | INSTRUCTOR | LOCATION |
| Free Weights for Beginners | Patty & Lydia | Johnstown Y |
| Co-Ed Powerlifting | Holger (Lafayette) David (Boulder) | Boulder & Lafayette Ys |
| Women on Weights | Lisa (Lafayette) Victoria (Longmont) | Lafayette & Longmont Ys |
| Kettlebells for Beginners | Viv | Johnstown Y |
| Youth Fitness | Luke | Lafayette Y |
| Pilates Reformer & Weights | Laura | Longmont Y |
SPORT-SPECIFIC TRAINING
Upcoming Sport-Specific Small Group Training Programs:
PROGRAM | INSTRUCTOR | LOCATION |
| Paddle Sport Training | Jill & Diane | Boulder Y |
| Find Your Stride | Alex | Boulder Y |
| Find Your Happy Trails | Laana | Boulder Y |
| Couch to 5K | TBD | Johnstown Y |
RESTORATIVE MOVEMENT
Restorative movement classes focus on intentional, low-impact exercise that emphasizes healing, balance and longevity. Upcoming Restorative Movement Small Group Training Programs:
PROGRAM | INSTRUCTOR | LOCATION |
| Pilates Reformer For Active Older Adults | Laura | Longmont Y |
Learn More About Small Group Training Options:
The following classes may be offered at a Y near you this season:
Powerlifting
This program will instruct proper techniques and progressions for lifting weights. This includes squats, deadlifts, free weights, and bench presses. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, our workouts are designed to help you perfect your lifting technique for maximum power. All levels welcome, no experience necessary. Each participant's progress will be carefully monitored, recording specific starting and finishing weights for four weeks to highlight your unique journey.
Women on Weights
During Women on Weights, you’ll learn foundational fitness techniques to feel empowered on your fitness journey. Our certified personal trainers will teach you how to set and achieve goals and hold yourself accountable, all while getting stronger. Your workouts will be done in a small group setting, providing you with tailored workouts, while also developing lasting friendships. Each participant's progress will be carefully monitored, recording specific starting and finishing weights to highlight your unique journey.
Youth Fitness
Paddle Sports Training
Elevate your game with our Paddle Sport Small Group Training Program — a dynamic and fun way to improve your skills, fitness, and strategy in all sports with a paddle. Designed for players of advanced levels. Each session focuses on developing core techniques such as stroke mechanics, footwork, court positioning, and match play strategies. Participants benefit from strength mobility, and agility training as well.
Free Weights for Beginners
Curious about dumbbells or barbells but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly program is designed to help you lift safely, confidently, and effectively—no prior experience needed. Each week, you’ll be guided through a full-body workout by a certified personal trainer who will walk you through proper form, introduce new exercises, and support you every step of the way. By the end of this 4-week series, you’ll have a solid list of go-to exercises you can use on your own, or when the weight machines are busy. We’ll also provide a simple worksheet to help you track your progress and remember key tips, so you can focus on moving and feeling stronger each week.
Pilates Reformer & Weights
Strengthen your body from the inside out with this 8-session program that blends Pilates Reformer and weight training for a balanced, full-body workout. Build core strength, improve posture, and gain muscle in a fun, supportive small-group setting. Each session combines mindful movement with resistance training to help you feel stronger, more flexible, and more confident in your body. Perfect for all fitness levels!
Pilates Reformer For Active Older Adults
This tailored small group session is designed specifically for active older adults offering a safe and supportive environment to enhance balance, improve gait and posture and strengthen your core. Utilizing the Pilates Reformer and small props, the class focuses on functional movement patterns that promote overall mobility and strength while minimizing strain on sensitive joints.
Find Your Stride
This 4-week beginner running program is designed for individuals who are new to running or returning after a long break. The focus is on building endurance safely, improving form, and developing confidence on the road or paved trails. Participants will progress gradually from walk-run intervals to consistent running, while learning key fundamentals such as proper warm-ups, breathing techniques, pacing, and injury prevention. Perfect for anyone wanting to increase their fitness level, prepare for a 5K, or simply enjoy running in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Find Your Happy Trails
This 4-week intermediate walking program is designed for walkers who are ready to push their pace, explore more challenging terrain, and improve cardiovascular fitness. Sessions include varied-intensity walks, hill climbs, trail navigation skills, and tips for breath control and endurance. Participants will also learn strategies for maintaining speed, using trekking poles effectively (optional), and building strength to support longer, more adventurous hikes. Perfect for individuals who already walk regularly and want to take their fitness to the next level.
Kettlebells for Beginners
New to kettlebells? No worries—we’ve got you covered. This program is designed for anyone who wants to get stronger, boost endurance, and learn how to work out with kettlebells safely and confidently. Each week, you’ll learn a full-body workout step-by-step with a certified kettlebell coach who’ll guide you through proper form and technique. By the end of the 4 weeks, you’ll have a solid set of exercises you can use anytime—whether you're building your own workout or waiting for other gym equipment to free up. Come ready to sweat and take notes! We’ll give you a simple worksheet to help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can focus on moving instead of memorizing.
Couch to 5K
Our 8-Week Couch to 5K program is designed for beginners who want to build confidence, endurance, and healthy habits at a manageable pace. Participants follow a structured plan that gradually increases jogging intervals while maintaining plenty of walking and recovery time. Each week builds on the last, helping you safely improve stamina and strength. By the end of eight weeks, you’ll be prepared to comfortably complete a 5K—no running experience required!
