OUR MISSION WITH FITNESS @FIRST
Our Sports and Fitness ministry at Ankeny First United Methodist Church strives to set ourselves apart from any other gym in the area by building a community around God. We hope that as you come to class each day to exercise you will also feel supported by participants and instructors to grow in your faith.
REGISTER for class by clicking on one of the IMAGES BELOW, or stop in any time for our SET classes.
REGISTER for class by clicking on one of the IMAGES BELOW, or stop in any time for our SET classes.
"SET" (Seniors Exercising Together)
Our SET classes are designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. We not only provide a workout but also an opportunity to be spiritually fit and to grow closer to Christ.
We have classes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:00 or 10:00am. Cost is $20, and registration is not required. Come try us out before you join!
Small Group Fitness Training
Our Small Group Fitness Training class is a full-body strength and cardio class using a wide variety of equipment. It is held three days a week at 5:00am in our fitness room at the CLC. With only nine spots available, there is more one- on-one1 time with the instructor as well as a smaller setting for prayers and devotions. Cost is $50 per 4-week session. Pre-registration is required.
"BOOT CAMP"
Training
Boot Camp is a total body, heart pumping, aerobic and strength conditioning workout. This class provides full-body strength training mixed with high intensity cardio designed to tone your body and improve your endurance. Modifications for all fitness levels are provided. Cost is $40 per 8-week session. Schedule is dependent on A.M. or P.M. classes. Pre-registration is required.
Adult Volleyball League
We are excited to announce that we are bringing back our adult volleyball league on Thursday January 22!
This co-ed volleyball league is held on Thursday nights with games at 6:30 & 7:30 pm. The cost to join the league is $20 per person. Everyone will register individually **If you are a part of a team that will be registering, there is a place to note that in the registration so that we make sure you are all placed together**
Registration closes on Thursday, January 8 at noon.
This is a recreational league, so all levels are welcome. There will be time set aside each night in between games for a devotion and prayer.
There will not be any childcare offered for this program.
This co-ed volleyball league is held on Thursday nights with games at 6:30 & 7:30 pm. The cost to join the league is $20 per person. Everyone will register individually **If you are a part of a team that will be registering, there is a place to note that in the registration so that we make sure you are all placed together**
Registration closes on Thursday, January 8 at noon.
This is a recreational league, so all levels are welcome. There will be time set aside each night in between games for a devotion and prayer.
There will not be any childcare offered for this program.
Restorative Holy Yoga is a practice that creates effortless relaxation in your body, mind, and breath. Through mindful movement and meditation on God’s Word, participants will experience integration in their autonomic nervous system, creating a feeling of abiding peace and calmness. Most of this practice will be done lying on the floor in a supported pose. All abilities are welcome. This is not a strenuous yoga practice. To make the class more comfortable, please bring your yoga mat, a small pillow, a light blanket, and a journal if needed.
Registration is required!
Class is on Tuesday mornings at 9:30am
January 6- January 27
Cost is $20 for a 4-week session
Registration is required!
Class is on Tuesday mornings at 9:30am
January 6- January 27
Cost is $20 for a 4-week session
Jen Young
Fitness Consultant
Jen Young serves as our fitness consultant and ministry support specialist at the CLC. Jen helps to vision sports and fitness ministries for the church. Jen's responsibilities include scheduling instructors, planning and maintaining fitness programs, as well as building scheduling and calendar support programs at our CLC campus. Jen is married with 2 children and looks forward to helping you engage in faith and fitness with Ankeny First!