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Resource Directory for Physical Activities and Programs
Exercise Enterprise
Exercise Enterprise is a Fitness Center that offers Group Fitness and Yoga classes and personal training
300 S. Madison Ave.
Watkins Glen NY 14891 US
Contact Exercise Enterprise for information on classes and costs.
Visit their website at: http://www.myexerciseenterprise.com/contact-us.html or
Phone:607-535-7450
Finger Lakes Volkssport Club
So, what is volkssporting, exactly?
We are a walking club based in the Binghamton/Finger Lakes/Cortland area of New York. Our club is part of a national organization called The American Volkssport Association (which is itself part of the IVV, which is an international volkssport association. There are volkssport walks all over the world. We would love to have you join us for a walk. Our walks are general 10K (6.2 miles), with an optional 5K for those who prefer shorter routes. You do NOT have to be a member to do any of our walks. Feel free to show up and ask some questions. We would love to have you. For information on our walks, simply visit the website. Contact Us if you want to find out more information.
When: Year round
Where: Look at the current schedule for Locations on their website.
Website: http://www.flrvc.org/
GST BOCES Programs
GST BOCES offers leisure learning classes for people who are older than 21 years old.
The classes include the following;
- Active Living Every Day (ALED)
- Aerobic Fun in Water
- Aqua Aerobics
- Introduction to Backpacking
- Dog Obedience
For more details on the cost, classes and when they are please visit their website GST BOCES
Hiking Trails in Schuyler County
Schuyler Walks Hiking (11 X 17) Trails Maps
Schuyler Walks Hiking (8 X 12) Trails Maps
Village of Burdett
Village of Montour Falls
Village of Odessa
Village of Watkins Glen
Check out the Finger Lakes Trail
Heart Healthy Community Mile Maps
MOVE! Weight Management Program
MOVE! is a weight management health promotion program designed to improve the lives of Veterans. In 2015 more than three quarters of Veterans receiving care in VHA facilities were considered to be overweight or obese. Our goals are to annually screen every Veteran who receives care at VA facilities for obesity, refer individuals to weight management services, and make available different treatment options that fit the needs and preferences of our Veterans. This makes MOVE! the largest and most comprehensive weight management program associated with a medical care system in the United States. Encouraging healthy eating behavior, increasing physical activity, and promoting even small weight losses can reduce health risks, prevent or reverse certain diseases, and improve quality-of-life and longevity.
Leslie School of Dance
Leslie School of Dance offers many forms of exercise in all of our classes for both youth and adults, alike.
Classes for Adult include :
- Ballet
- Zumba
For more details on the times and cost;
Visit their website at leslieschoolofdance.com,
E-mail leslieschoolofdance1@gmail.com or
Phone: 607-535-5350
Odessa Montour Fitness Center
For more information on Odessa Montour Fitness Center is open check the school's website.
On the Water MMA
Description: On the Water MMA teaches a blended Traditional style of martial arts combining various aspects and techniques from karate, tae kwon do, arnis, and classical jiujitsu into one practical and easy to learn system. Martial arts training places emphasis on individual awareness and consciousness and the underlying philosophy is to respect and preserve life. Through their training students develop physically, mentally, and spiritually as well as learn the art of self-defense and protection. On the Water MMA trains the Body, Mind, Spirit, and Character.
When: Classes occur year round.
Where: Dojo is located 219 N. Franklin Street
Age: Anyone 3 years old or older
For more details on time and cost;
Visit their website at https://onthewatermma.business.site/
Phone: 607-592-6163
Ranger Outfitters
Since 2001 Ranger Outfitters has supplied gear, outdoor guides and outdoor skill courses. The guides are NY State Licensed guides that can take you on a one day hikes to overnight or to three days on the Finger Lakes Trail in Schuyler County. The Outdoor Skills courses available at Ranger Outfitters include Land Navigation, Map Reading, Fire Starting Techniques and Survival Skills.
Visit their website at http://rangeroutfitters.com/index.htm
Email merola@rangeroutfitters.com
Phone: 607-346-3685
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- Bone Builders: The weekly classes use the scientifically-based Tufts University’s Strong Women exercise plan, designed to lower the incidence of osteoporosis.
- Strong for Life: This exercise program is a strengthening exercise program specifically designed for older adults with or without limitations in their daily activities
- Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls is a program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults.
For more information on classes
Visit their website RSVP, or
Phone: Sue Larson at 607-535-2050
Schuyler County Cycling Club
Schuyler County Cycling Club is a small group of loosely organized bicyclists based in Montour Falls, NY. Schuyler County roads are lightly traveled, well maintained and provide a variety of climbing experiences. The group mostly focuses on light racing and fast recreational riding, but tours, kayaking and X-skiing are scheduled depending on season and interest.
When & Where: Please refer to website for schedule rides and locations.
Email: Dinner4Wolves@stny.rr.com
Website: http://schuylercountycycling.com/
Selah Yoga and Music
Selah Yoga and Music, a space for learning and growing, offering instrumental music lessons and yoga practice. Our hope is to provide a peaceful place of sound and movement, meditation and personal growth to those who attend the studios' offerings.
For more details:
Visit the website: www.Selahyogaandmusic.com
Phone: 607-703-0010
Email: sue@selahyogaandmusic.com
Summit to Stream Adventures
Summit to Stream offers many forms of physical activity for both youth and adults, alike.
Services include:
- Kayak and Canoe Rental
- Guided Hike and Paddle in the Marsh
- Fly Fishing Classes
- Charter Fishing
- Steelhead and Salmon Fishing Outings
For more details on the times and cost;
Visit the website http://summittostream.com or,
Phone: (607) 535-2701
Watkins Glen KOA
- Giant Water Slide
- Zip Lines
- Bumper Boats
- Pirate Ship Playground
- Laser Tag
- Climbing wall
- Jumping Pillow
For more details on the times and cost;
Visit their website at https://www.watkinsglenkoa.com/seneca-thrills
Phone: 1-800-562-7430
Watkins Glen School District Fitness Center, Indoor Track and Pool
303 12th Street,
Watkins Glen, NY 14891
For more details on the times and cost for the fitness center;
Visit their website: Fitness Center or
Phone: Tracie McIlroy - 607-535-3210 Ext. 6004
For more detail on the times of the FREE indoor track visit their website: Indoor Track
For more details on the times and cost for the pool visit their website: Pool
Interested in getting active? Contact Ralph at rdiliberto@wgcsd.org for more information on how to get more active.
A’maze’ing Acres Adventure Playland
The property boasts a picnic area, hedge maze, labyrinth, and a scenic pond. There is also a newly added slack line and storybook-like playhouse for little ones.
When: May through October 31
Where: 9803 Lodi Center Road, Hector, NY 14841
Age: All ages
Phone: 607-592-5493
Website: fingerlakesmaze.org
Chemung Valley Soccer Association
A recreational youth soccer organization spanning 3 counties. Children play in the Big Flats, Corning, Elmira North, Elmira South, Horseheads and Schuyler regions from an under 6 level through an under 14 level. CVSA soccer has two seasons of soccer each year, one in the spring and one in the fall.
For more details on the times and cost;
Visit their website at http://cvsasoccer.info/
E-mail: contact@cvsasoccer.info or
Phone: 607-346-7964
The Glen Gators Swim Team
Glen Gators is a competitive age group swimming program which has been serving Schuyler County and the surrounding area for over 25 years. They emphasize skill development and personal growth. The club competes in the Southern Tier Swim League (STSL), and is organized under the auspices of USA Swimming, Niagara District.
When: They have two seasons: Spring (May-July) and Fall/Winter (November-March).
Where: Practice sessions are located in Watkins Glen High School.
Age: Anyone 7 years and older who can swim the width of the pool is welcome to join the team. Coaches will evaluate swimmers and place them in the appropriate practice group.
For more details on time and cost:
Visit their website at http://glengators.weebly.com/
Email: ggstswimclub@gmail.com
Girls on the Run- Southern Tier
Non-profit program for girls in the 3rd through 8th grade. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.
Visit their website at http://gotrst.com/
Where: Multiple locations in the Southern Tier.
Age: 3rd grade- 6th grade
Leslie School of Dance
Leslie School of Dance offers many forms of exercise in all of our classes for both youth and adults, alike.
Classes for youth starting at age 3 include :
- Ballet
- Tap
- Jazz
- Lyrical
- Hip Hop
- Acro/Tumbling
- Boys Class
- Irish Dance
For more details on the times and cost;
Visit their website at leslieschoolofdance.com,
E-mail leslieschoolofdance1@gmail.com or
Phone: 607-535-5350
On the Water MMA
Description: On the Water MMA teaches a blended Traditional style of martial arts combining various aspects and techniques from karate, tae kwon do, arnis, and classical jiujitsu into one practical and easy to learn system. Martial arts training places emphasis on individual awareness and consciousness and the underlying philosophy is to respect and preserve life. Through their training students develop physically, mentally, and spiritually as well as learn the art of self-defense and protection. On the Water MMA trains the Body, Mind, Spirit, and Character.
When: Classes occur year round.
Where: Dojo is located 219 N. Franklin Street
Age: Anyone 3 years old or older
For more details on time and cost;
Visit their website at https://onthewatermma.business.site/
Phone: 607-592-6163
Schuyler Youth Lacrosse
To promote teamwork, sportsmanship, positive coaching, and having fun, while advancing the sport of lacrosse in Schuyler County. We play boy's lacrosse but boys & girls are welcome.
Where: Practices are at WG Field House until weather improves, then the fields behind the High School.
When: Sundays 2-4pm thru the end of April.
Age: Grades K-6
Cost: $25 membership to US Lacrosse, gear.
For more details on time, location, gear:
Visit their website at Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SchuylerYouthLAX/timeline
Or: http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=schuyleryouthlax
Email: schuyleryouthlax@gmail.com
Parks and Facilities in Schuyler County
- Giant Water Slide
- Zip Lines
- Bumper Boats
- Pirate Ship Playground
- Laser Tag
- Climbing wall
- Jumping Pillow
Visit their website at https://www.watkinsglenkoa.com/seneca-thrills
Phone: 1-800-562-7430
Levels of Physical Activity | Range of Moderate Intensity Minutes a Week |
Summary of Overall Health Benefits |
Comment |
---|---|---|---|
Inactive | No activity beyond baseline | None | Being inactive is unhealthy |
Low | Activity beyond baseline but fewer than 150 minutes a week |
Some | Low levels of activity are clearly preferable to an inactive lifestyle. |
Medium | 150 minutes to 300 minutes a week | Substantial | Activity at the high end of this range has additional and more extensive health benefits than activity at the low end. |
High | More than 300 minutes a week | Additional | Current science does not allow researchers to identify an upper limit of activity above which there are no additional health benefits. |
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
Examples of Different Aerobic Physical Activities & Muscle and Bone Strengthening Activities for Adults to do in Schuyler County
Moderate Intensity
- Walking briskly (3 miles per hour or faster, but not race-walking)
- Water aerobics
- Bicycling slower than 10 miles per hour
- Tennis (doubles)
- Ballroom dancing
- General gardening
- Housework, such as sweeping
- Active recreation, such as canoeing, hiking, skateboarding, rollerblading
Vigorous Intensity
- Racewalking, jogging, or running
- Swimming laps
- Tennis (singles)
- Aerobic dancing
- Bicycling 10 miles per hour or faster
- Jumping rope
- Heavy gardening (continuous digging or hoeing, with heart rate increases)
- Hiking uphill or with a heavy backpack
- Martial Arts, such as karate
- Vigorous dancing
- Cross-country skiing
- Sports such as soccer, ice or field hockey, basketball.
Muscle Strengthening
- Games such as tug-of-war
- Push-ups and pull-ups
- Resistance exercises with exercise bands, weight machines, hand-held weights
- Climbing wall
- Sit-ups (curl-ups or crunches)
Bone Strengthening
- Hopping, skipping, jumping
- Jumping rope
- Running
- Sports such as gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, tennis
Moderate intensity aerobic
- Active recreation, such as hiking, skateboarding, rollerblading
- Bicycle riding
- Brisk walking
Vigorous intensity aerobic
- Active games involving running and chasing, such as tag
- Bicycle riding
- Jumping rope
- Martial arts, such as karate
- Running
- Sports such as soccer, ice or field hockey, basketball, swimming, tennis
- Cross-country skiing
Muscle Strengthening
- Games such as tug-of-war
- Modified push-ups (with knees on the floor)
- Resistance exercises using body weight or resistance bands
- Rope or tree climbing
- Sit-ups (curl-ups or crunches)
- Swinging on playground equipment/bars
- Games such as hopscotch
- Hopping, skipping, jumping
- Jumping rope
- Running
- Sports such as gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, tennis