Cardio
Grace and Grit is a high-control, full-body workout combining ballet-inspired movement with strength, core, and mobility training. Expect dynamic sequences across the floor, deep core work, and flexibility training that builds power, balance, and total-body control.
- Level:
- Beginner
- Duration:
- 45min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
- Level:
- Beginner
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Group Fight® is a gripping 45-60 minute workout that builds cardio fitness, total-body strength, and coordination. Combine the hottest, adrenaline-fueled MMA movements from the boxing ring to the fighting cage with cutting-edge exercises from outside the octagon. Thrilling music and motivational coaching will get you fighting fit. FIGHT FOR IT!
- Level:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 45min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Get to the Group Groove dance floor for a cardio bash that makes the time and sweat fly. You’ll smile and shout your way to a healthier body and an energized soul, moving to a playlist of hip hop, club, and Latin favorites.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
A dynamic, full‑body conditioning class combining cardio, strength, and targeted core work. Includes functional stretching and mobility. Movements can be modified or progressed for various fitness levels.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
YRide gets your legs pumping with a high-powered indoor bike class set to energetic music. Working those major muscles in your legs strengthens your most important muscle: your heart. Since you control the intensity of the workout by adjusting your own bike, it’s a great workout for individuals of all ages and experiences.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 45min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
A fast-paced, 30‑minute version of our traditional Spin class—perfect when you’re short on time. Ride to energetic music while strengthening your legs and improving cardiovascular fitness. Intensity is self‑controlled through your bike settings, making it ideal for all ages and fitness levels.
Tip: Arrive warmed up—the ride starts strong!
A dynamic indoor cycling class that changes every week! Enjoy surprise formats including theme rides, intervals, endurance sessions, and more. Perfect for riders who love variety and motivation.
No two rides are ever the same—come ready to sweat and have fun!
YRide HIIT: Great combination of YRide and HIIT. The first half of the class is YRide and the second half of the class is HIIT.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Group Blast® is an energetic, cardio-based workout using The STEP. This class will help you build your fitness, agility, coordination, and strength. Group Blast® is a great cardio option because you do it all: walk, jog, run, jump, plyometrics, and drills, on and off The STEP, to energetic music. Your class instructor will be there to help modify your workout to match your fitness level. Group Blast® is refreshed every three months with new music and choreography.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Improve your cardio fitness, burn calories and shape and strengthen your lower body with Group Ride® at the YMCA. A thrilling 60-minute cycling experience brought indoors, you will roll over hills, chase the pack, spin the flats, climb mountains, and sprint to the finish. Since you control the intensity of the workout by adjusting your own bike, it’s a great workout for individuals of all ages and experiences. Group Ride® is refreshed every three months with new music and choreography.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 45min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
High-intensity interval training, or H.I.I.T, is an interval-based class which combines full body strength training with intense cardio bursts. This class will tone your body and improve your endurance. If you’re looking for a challenge, H.I.I.T. is for you!
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
A 35‑minute interval-style class emphasizing functional movement patterns, balance, unilateral training, mobility, and real-world strength. Great for all fitness levels with simple modifications.
A high-intensity workout combining bodyweight training, cardio, and plyometrics—all synchronized to custom music. Expect a challenging, rhythmic, full-body workout that builds strength and endurance.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Move your body and mind with fun, upbeat dance steps set to lively music. Bring friends and enjoy an hour of movement, rhythm, and smiles—Boot Scootin’ Boogie included!
Strength
A 60‑minute strength class using weights and bodyweight training with a focus on progressive overload. Each class highlights specific muscle groups to help participants build strength and confidence.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
A 30‑minute bodyweight class designed to build deep core strength and stability. Expect controlled, functional movements focused on posture, balance, breath, and alignment. Suitable for all fitness levels with modifications.
Are you looking to get started and stay strong? Then this is the class for you! This is a full body strength training class with focus on balance. You will use equipment and your own body weight to help gain strength, mobility and independence in your body. Try it today!
- Level:
- Beginner
- Duration:
- 45min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Group Power is a results-driven strength training workout utilizing an adjustable barbell, weight plates, and body weight. Work all of your muscles in this high repetition training workout. Group Power is refreshed every three months with new music and choreography. Come for your hour of Power!
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 30min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
A progressive, total-body strength class focused on muscle definition, core strength, mobility, and bone health. Uses smart strength‑training techniques to build power and resilience. Ideal for participants with some dumbbell experience.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Strength / Cardio
A 30–40 minute weekly class focused on balance, agility, strength, injury awareness, functional movement, and social connection. Perfect for developing confidence in daily activities in an inclusive, supportive environment.
Learn foundational exercises and simple, low‑impact movements based on everyday activities. No equipment or experience needed—perfect for anyone starting their fitness journey.
A constantly varied workout blending strength, endurance, and cardiovascular training using everyday functional movements.
Participants should complete 5 minutes of light cardio before class.
A high‑energy mix of cycling and strength training. Expect strong music, motivating instructors, and a full-body challenge. You’ll sweat, push your limits, and leave energized—possibly even excited to return the next day!
A full‑body interval training class alternating high-intensity movements with rest periods. Minimal equipment required. Scalable for all fitness levels and designed to build strength, cardio capacity, and overall fitness in under 60 minutes.
You can expect 30 mins of intense cardio and 30 mins of strength conditioning. This class will push your body to the max. When you finish you will feel the burn!
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
A 40‑minute full-body strength and core workout using bands, dumbbells, kettlebells, and body bars. Includes warm-up, core work, and a weighted workout with a 50‑second on/10‑second rest format. Ends with stretching.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 45min
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Group Active is a simple and athletic program drawing from all four elements of fitness: cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility. In just one hour, get stronger, fitter and healthier with inspiring music, adjustable dumbbells, weight plates, body weight, and simple athletic movements. Group Active is refreshed every three months with new music and choreography. Come activate your body!
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Indoor shoes, Water bottle
Yoga & Pilates
A practice rooted in ancient Indian tradition, combining physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and self-awareness. This class focuses on inner stillness, connection of body and mind, and mindful movement through each posture.
Whether you are new to yoga or you’re familiar with the practice, Beginner Yoga will help you develop balance, strength and flexibility without feeling overwhelmed or confused. This class will focus on the basic poses of yoga with attention to proper alignment and accessibility. Learn to be present and relax while focusing on movement and breath.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Water bottle, Yoga mat
Gentle seated yoga practice for anyone new to exercise or with limited mobility. Focus is on increasing flexibility, strength and balance.
- Level:
- Beginner
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Water bottle, Yoga mat
A gentle yoga practice for anyone who is looking to begin their yoga journey or for those who enjoy a more relaxed style of yoga. A focus on breath with each pose will be used to calm the mind and body.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Water bottle, Yoga mat
A welcoming class suitable for beginners through advanced practitioners. Includes foundational postures, breathing techniques, gentle flows, and modifications for all abilities. No experience required.
Hatha Yoga is relatively gentle and slow for beginners, or students, who prefer a more relaxed style where poses are held for longer. Holding the postures for longer challenges your muscles and builds core strength. Each pose has variations so that the experienced student can challenge themselves. There is a focus on balancing and breath in each pose to calm the mind and body.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Water bottle, Yoga mat
Pilates involves a series of classical Pilates exercises performed on a mat without equipment. Each exercise emphasizes breath, core conditioning, and body awareness. instructors will pay special attention to alignment and form. Whether you’re a beginner or expert practitioner, this mat workout will strengthen the core, tone the hips and thighs, and flatten the abs.
- Level:
- Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Water bottle, Yoga mat
Pilates involves a series of classical pilates exercises performed on a mat without equipment. Each exercise emphasizes breath, core conditioning, and body awareness. Instructors will pay special attention to alignment and form. Whether you’re a beginner or expert practitioner, this mat workout will strengthen the core, tone the hips and thighs, and flatten the abs.
- Level:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Duration:
- 1hour
- What to Bring:
- Water bottle, Yoga mat
A flowing, meditative movement practice that improves coordination, balance, strength, and internal energy harmony. Tai Chi benefits cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems while enhancing bone density and immune function.
We are proud to offer 5 Mossa Programs at the YMCA of Cape Breton – Group Active, Group Blast, Group Fight, Group Power and Group Ride.