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Stadium

The stadium is a 13x22 metre unvarnished court space situated to the rear of the YMCA Tay Street building. Although this court is equipped with a basketball backboard and hoop at each end of the court, this space is available to hire for any activity for only $16.00 per hour.
Common uses included:
• Group activities (friends, schools or sports teams) – indoor soccer, basketball, area for adventure based learning etc.
• Skating area for our public skate session on Friday evening 4pm – 6pm. $5.50 per person.
• Physical training area for gym members e.g. shuttle runs, bench step ups, burpees, press-ups etc.
• Our Sports Spin sessions.
Please enquire at reception regarding availability for booking and cost.

Casey Howat | YMCA Community Development Manager | This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | p: 03 2182989 ext 5 | a: 77 Tay Street, Invercargill

Category: Health and Fitness Centre

Sunbeds

We have two sunbeds, both of which run on a booking system.

  • Per 30 minute session: $8
  • Concession rate (5 visits): $22
  • Concession rate (10 visits): $42
  • Towel Hire $2.50
  • Shower Hire $3.50 (non members)

  • Please call or book at Reception to secure your next session.
    Ph: (03) 218-2989 Ext.0

sunbeds

Riki Dallas | Recreation Manager| This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | p: 03 2182989 | a: 77 Tay Street, Invercargill

Category: Health and Fitness Centre

The Gym

The YMCA Health and Fitness Centre has been a part of Invercargill, and supplying members with the means to exercise for over 25 years. Our unisex facility is home to a wide range of exercise equipment and our Health and Fitness instructors are dedicated to assisting and providing our members with quality health and fitness related advice and guidance, in an effort to achieve their realistic training goals.

Upon signing up at the YMCA gym, members have the option of completing a basic assessment to gauge a baseline fitness level as well as have an individualized training programme designed for them. Throughout the course of a membership, members can reschedule these assessments and programme changes as much as they wish; however, it is recommended these take place no more regular than every 5 to 6 weeks as to allow reasonable physiological changes occur.
For a further description of our fitness assessments, gym services, available gym equipment and training programmes click on one of the following links:

➢ Fitness Assessment
➢ Training Programmes
➢ Strength Training
➢ CR Fitness
➢ Sauna
➢ Sunbeds

Riki Dallas | Recreation Manager| This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | p: 03 2182989 | a: 77 Tay Street, Invercargill

Category: Health and Fitness Centre

Sauna

 

Members and non members are welcome to enjoy our Sauna facility.

  • For existing Members this cost is complimentary to your membership.
  • Non-members: per session $6 | Shower usage: $3.50 | Towel hire: $2.50 | Please organise with Reception

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Potential Benefits of Sauna Use
There are some studies which suggest regular use of a sauna can have beneficial effects on individuals with high blood pressure, chronic congestive heart failure or rheumatic disease. Using a sauna may also provide some relief for individuals with asthma or bronchitis. It should be noted, however, further research is needed to confirm this.

Potential Risks of Sauna Use
For the most part saunas are safe; however, take some caution if you know you have or have had any of the following conditions:
• Atopic dermatitis – Sweating may cause an increase in itching.
• Unstable angina pectoris
• Recent myocardial infarction (heart attack)
• Severe aortic stenosis – narrowing of the heart valve between the left ventricle of the heart and the aorta.
There should be NO consumption of alcohol prior to using the sauna. Any consumption of alcohol may put you at risk of hypotension (low blood pressure), arrhythmias (irregularities in heart beat rhythm), or worst case scenario, sudden death.

 

References:
Hannuksela, M. Benefits and risks of sauna bathing. The American Journal of Medicine. 110(2): 118-126, 2001
MedicineNet.com (2010). Definition: Severe aortic stenosis. Retrieved 31/03/2010 from: www.medterms.com

Riki Dallas | Recreation Manager| This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | p: 03 2182989 | a: 77 Tay Street, Invercargill

Category: Health and Fitness Centre

Training Programmes

Training Programmes
Programmes are completely individualized with the possibilities ranging from weight loss and toning to improving cardiorespiratory (CR) fitness, muscular strength and/or increasing lean body mass. Our educated health and fitness instructors’ will utilize the information gathered during the fitness assessment to piece together the best possible training options to get you on your way to a fitter and healthier lifestyle.

 

Riki Dallas | Recreation Manager| This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | p: 03 2182989 | a: 77 Tay Street, Invercargill

Category: Health and Fitness Centre

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