The purpose of the Community Gymnasium is to promote physical fitness, healthy living, and positive activities for youth and families in Cowlitz County.
* Due to COVID-19, our gym is closed for use *
Please see below what the gym use previously looked like under normal operations before COVID-19 :
Gym Activity Schedule
Open Gym Free-drop in Monday: 6:30pm-8:00pm Wednesday: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Teen Open Gym (13yrs and older) Free-drop in Friday: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Beyond the Alphabet (0-7yr olds) Free-Drop in Tuesday: 2:00pm-5:00pm Thursday: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Better Bones and Balance The Better Bones and Balance course has been designed to gradually improve balance and strength and significantly slow the rate of bone loss. Our classes are safe for individuals with osteoporosis and osteopenia and appropriate for all ages. Bring a pair of indoor shoes and hand weights (2-5 pounds) Instructors: Jenny Carroll & Peggy Swanson Monday & Wednesday 8:00-8:50, 9:00-9:50, 10:00-10:50 Power of Chair Exercise This class is for people looking for a gentler approach to exercise and have limited mobility from an injury, illness or age. Chair exercise is very beneficial if you travel frequently, or work at a desk, and want to learn exercises you can do seated. Chair exercise benefits people of all ages, working through a series of movements focused on stretching with the use of a chair, while increasing strength, balance, flexibility, self-awareness and stress reduction. Instructors: Peggy Swanson Wednesday 11:00-11:50
Senior Fit Tuesdays The activities will be a combination of standing and chair exercises. We will work to include a total body workout focusing on balance, strength and endurance. The goal of the class is to keep you moving at your appropriate level. Instructor: Peggy Swanson Tuesday 10:15-11:10 Low Impact Aerobics Thursdays A fun lower intensity exercise class! Especially designed to include active older adults, individual s who haven’t been exercising in a while, or individuals who may be limited physically. Movements are gentle on the joints and easy to follow. The goal of the class is to have fun while keeping you moving! Suggested equipment – pair of light weight dumbbells. Instructor: Peggy Swanson Thursday 10:15 – 11:10
Gentle Flow YOGA Blending restorative and gentle stretching, with breath-work, correcting old postural habits, and guided relaxation. There are brief periods of explanation, to teach awareness exercises, and to modify positions. An excellent choice for those who need a gentle, yet effective stretching practice to build balance, strength and flexibility, from the inside out. Every class is unique, so you’ll want to keep coming back to stretch and learn. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: Kristina Arquette Tuesday & Thursday 9:30-10:45
Chair YOGA A beneficial class for everyone, whether you have limited mobility from injury, illness or age or want to learn seated exercises you can do while traveling or working. This class will focus on postural habits, breathing techniques to increase lung expansion, promote focus, mental clarity and relaxation. All levels welcome! Instructor: Kristina Arquette Tuesday & Thursday 11:15-12
Pound Fitness Instead of listening to music become the music in this exhilarating full body workout that combines cardio (non-impact/easy of the knees), conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates inspired movements. Using Ripstix, lightly weighed drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rocking out! The workout is easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities. Instructor: Peggy Swanson Tuesday & Thursday 8:00am-8:45am Register through Parks and recreation
On the Move with Peggy A fun total body fitness exercise class! This is a low impact aerobics class building endurance, strength, and flexibility. From beginning to advanced levels of intensity, work at your own pace while you focus on your fitness goals. Movements are gentle on the joints and easy to follow. Enjoy a variety of great music while keeping your body fit and moving! Instructor: Peggy Swanson Tuesday & Thursday 9:00am-9:55am
Register through Parks and recreation Akido & Self-Defense Martial arts for regular people Individuals~Couples~Families (all ages) Monday: 4:00pm-6:00pm Wednesday: 4:00pm-6:00pm
