Hours
Facility Hours
Mon-Thu: 5:00am–10:00pm
Fri: 5:00am–8:00pm
Sat: 7:00am–6:00pm
Sun: 1:00pm–6:00pm
Y Playhouse Hours (Child Care)
Mon-Thu: 8:00am–1:00pm & 3:00pm–8:00pm
Fri: 8:00am–1:00pm & 3:00pm–6:00pm
Sat: 8:00am–1:00pm
Amenities
Cardio & Strength Training Equipment
Free Group Exercise Classes
Y Playhouse
Gymnasium
Year-Round Indoor Pool
Seasonal Outdoor Pool & Water Park
Indoor Walking Track
Racquetball Courts
Locker Rooms
Featured Programs
These programs are now in open enrollment
Membership Info
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Request a 'Try the Y' Guest Pass
Learn More about our Financial Assistance Programs
Support the Hood County YMCA
Additional Resources
Volunteer at the Y: Application (PDF)
View Policies & Procedures
Hood County YMCA Programs
Group Swim Lessons
The Y invented the concept of group swim lessons, which leads us to say that there is no organization more qualified to teach your child water safety.
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Youth Soccer
Be goal oriented! We believe all kids have great potential – that’s why the Y gives them the opportunity to shine on and off the field in our youth sports programs, like soccer. Beyond learning more about the game, participants will gain something even more valuable: learning how to work as a team while building their self-confidence and self-worth.
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Youth Football
Are you ready for some football? The Y’s football league removes the tackling but adds in extra fun and excitement for your child. Participants learn the basic skills of the game in a safe environment from our team of caring volunteer coaches who also emphasize the importance of teamwork, fair play and sportsmanship.
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Personal Training
At the YMCA, we believe that everyone can reach their goals. Sure, it might take a couple months or even a couple years, but no matter how long it takes, we will be on your side through it all. We are always advocating for you, and we want to help you with the journey toward reaching your goal. But we also want to help you advocate for yourself. This is where our training program comes into action. We want to be your biggest cheerleader and your constant guide.
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Before & After School Enrichment
The Y’s before and after school program provides safe spaces for children to feel accomplished, build new friendships and develop a sense of belonging through sports and homework help.
Learn MoreGroup Exercise Calendar
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HYDRO PUMP Bootcamp
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 5:15 am - 6:00 am
PoolPrepare to get wet with this Bootcamp Style Workout on the Water!
This is a class for anyone and everyone who want to strengthen core and work on balance, plus a little extra..There are 8 boards available, stop by the front desk in person to pick up a ticket. Tickets will be available 30 min prior to each Boga class. First Come First Serve!
Instructor: Lindsey
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RPM™
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 5:30 am - 6:20 am
Studio BA cycling workout that delivers maximum results with minimum impact on your joints. With pumped music, get your pedals spinning! Burn nearly 500 calories* and get ready to sweat! Ticket required to attend class. First come, first serve basis.
Instructor: Catherine
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Yoga
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Studio BOM… Center your mind, body, and soul as you learn various positions to strengthen muscle tone. Flexibility increases, abdominal muscles activate and breathing techniques improve. Namaste!
Instructor: Kelli
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HYDRO PUMP HIIT
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 8:15 am - 9:00 am
PoolPrepare to get wet with this HIIT Style Workout on the Water!
This is a class for anyone and everyone who want to strengthen core and work on balance!There are 9 boards available, stop by the front desk in person to pick up a ticket. Tickets will be available 30 min prior to each Boga class. First Come First Serve!
Instructor: Kelly J.
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Y Warrior
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am
GymY Warrior is an intense strength and cardio group fitness class taught by our YMCA certified personal trainers. Y Warrior s for all fitness levels and anyone looking for a challenge! Open to ages 8+, all children under age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent.
FREE TO ALL MEMBERS!
Tues/Thurs @ 5:30 am
Mon/Fri @ 8:15 am
Wednesdays @ 8:30 am
Mon/Thurs @ 6:00 pm
Saturdays @ 10:00 amFor more information please contact Lindsey Powell at [email protected]
Instructor: Michele H.
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BODYSHRED™
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 8:30 am - 9:15 am
Studio AJillian Michaels BODYSHRED™ is a High Intensity and endurance based workout. Utilizing Jilian's 3-2-1 interval approach. Three minutes of strength training, two minutes of cardio, and one minute of abs.
Instructor: Sarah D.
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Deep Water Aerobics
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 9:15 am - 10:15 am
Indoor PoolA fun way to cross train for all sports or just have a great time working out in the water! Deep water cardio-core workouts without the impact. The class uses buoyancy equipment to maximize the experience in High Intensity Interval training (HIIT), TABATA, and the Deep Water Cardio/Core workouts. Come join us for an hour of powerful fun in the pool! (Don't go in the deep end? No problem, classes work in the shallow end too!)
Instructor: Nancy
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POP Pilates
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 9:25 am - 9:55 am
Studio BPOP Pilates class is an incredible fusion of ab-chiseling and total body defining moves choreographed to upbeat pop songs. This intense, mat based workout challenges everyone to rhythmically flow form one exercise to the next, developing a rock solid core while leaving no muscle untouched.
Instructor: Sarah D.
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BODYPUMP™
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Studio AUsing light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BODYPUMP gives you a total body workout. It will burn up to 540 calories*. Instructors will coach you through the scientifically proven moves and techniques pumping out encouragement to the beat of music– helping you achieve much more than on your own!
(Body Pump™ is ages 13 and up).Instructor: Kelley
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Zumba Sentao®
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 10:00 am - 10:40 am
Studio BCombines strength and resistance training with innovative dance moves using a chair as your dance partner and not a single weight lifted. High intensity workout focusing on core, defining your muscles, and improving cardiovascular endurance.
Instructor: Jennifer K
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Zumba Gold®
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 10:45 am - 11:35 am
Studio AThis specialty class is designed for the Active Older Adult or those who want to join the fitness-party for the first time. Zumba® at a slower pace but with ALL the fun!
Instructor: Jennifer K.
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RPM™
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 10:50 am - 11:40 am
Studio BA cycling workout that delivers maximum results with minimum impact on your joints. With pumped music, get your pedals spinning! Burn nearly 500 calories* and get ready to sweat! Ticket required to attend class. First come, first serve basis.
Instructor: Kelley
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Power Yoga
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Studio AA physical class dedicated to improving strength, balance, flexibility, and breathing while reducing muscle tension and stress. All fitness levels welcome. Y-Power Yoga is a more challengeing workout to create your highest level of energy and vitality by building strength.
Instructor: Nicole
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ZUMBA®
Friday, 20 September 2019 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Studio AWe take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® is exercise in disguise.
Instructor: Jennifer M.
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Staff
Lisa Gossard
Executive Director
Lisa Gossard is the District Executive Director overseeing both the Hood County YMCA and Joshua Community YMCA. Lisa has been with the Hood County YMCA since it first opened in November 2006, and with the YMCA organization for over 30 years. Lisa is in charge of the operational efficiency and community effectiveness of both facilities, as well as running the YMCA’s Youth & Government program for the region. Lisa is involved with many community organizations creating lasting partnerships to build a stronger community. In her free time, Lisa enjoys running and spending time with her family.
Kevin Tatlock
Aquatics Director
Kevin Tatlock is the Aquatics Director for the Hood County YMCA and has been with the our Y since September 2013. Kevin directly supervises our Aquatics Coordinator and oversees our lifeguards and aquatics programs such as swim lessons, swim team and coordination of aquatics with other community partners. Kevin has helped expand water safety awareness in our community with drowning prevention education in neighborhoods like Oak Trail Shores and Ranchos Brazos. While not at work Kevin enjoys swimming, running and spending time outdoors with family and friends.
Roy Phillips
Health & Wellness Director
Roy Phillips is the Health & Wellness Director here at the Hood County YMCA. Roy has been with our Y since May of 2016 and directly supervises our wellness, group exercise, and personal training staff. Along with staff supervision, Roy is responsible for coordinator of our adult sports, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, the Y Weight Loss Program, Wellness Programs, Personal Trainers and Group Exercise. In his free time he enjoys hunting, spending time with friends and family and being out on the lake!
Ashley Zipp
Membership Coordinator
Ashley Zipp is the Membership Coordinator and has been with the Hood County YMCA since June of 2008. Ashley is here to help ensure your experience at our Y is positive and welcoming as well as help answer any questions you may have relating to your membership account. Ashley directly supervises our Member Service staff and is in charge of Member Appreciation Days. Ashley is passionate about growing our volunteerism and togetherhood here at the Y and is always looking for ways the Y can be involved in the community. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with loved ones, exercising, relaxing and watching movies.