Olathe YMCA
Active Older Adult Activities
We’re committed to making sure every member of our community has access to the resources they need to incorporate exercise into their daily routine for a healthier, happier lifestyle.
KU Alzheimer's Disease Center
Did you know that physical activity may help to maintain and improve brain health in older adults? Come hear how the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Center is changing the future for millions of people at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Learn how you, too, can be proactive and reduce your risk through exercise and other lifestyle modifications. For more information, email KUAMP@kumc.edu or call 913.588.0555.
October Bingo
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Join your friends for some BINGO fun at the Olathe Y! There will be prizes for this FREE event so come out and have some fun. Space is limited to 24 people for social distancing. Register by visiting or calling the Welcome Center at 913.393.9622, or register online.
New Theatre - "Menopause the Musical 2021"
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"Outsmart Scammers" Lunch and Learn
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AOA Movie Day - "Hocus Pocus"
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Join your friends to watch "Hocus Pocus" and celebrate Halloween in the Anthology movie Lounge. If you want wear your favorite Halloween attire or costume. Bring your own snack and drink if you want one. In the year 1693, sisters, Winifred, Mary and Sarah were executed for practicing witchcraft. Just before their execution, Winifred made a curse, a curse that when a virgin lights the black flame candle they shall return . In 1993, 300 years later, Max decides to light the candle in order to show off to his irritating kid sister Dani and his wannabe girlfriend Alison. Now, the three Witches are back ready for a night of fun, magic and horror in the modern Salem on Halloween. Space is limited to 18 for both showings so register early at the Welcome Center or online. This event is FREE. Anthalogy requires masks to be worn in the common areas and temp checks.
AOA Movie Day - "Hocus Pocus"
Active Older Adult Events
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Join your friends to watch "Hocus Pocus" and celebrate Halloween in the Anthology movie Lounge. If you want wear your favorite Halloween attire or costume. Bring your own snack and drink if you want one. In the year 1693, sisters, Winifred, Mary and Sarah were executed for practicing witchcraft. Just before their execution, Winifred made a curse, a curse that when a virgin lights the black flame candle they shall return . In 1993, 300 years later, Max decides to light the candle in order to show off to his irritating kid sister Dani and his wannabe girlfriend Alison. Now, the three Witches are back ready for a night of fun, magic and horror in the modern Salem on Halloween. Space is limited to 18 for both showings so register early at the Welcome Center or online. This event is FREE. Anthalogy requires masks to be worn in the common areas and temp checks.
November Bingo
Active Older Adult Events
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Join your friends for some BINGO fun at the Olathe Y! There will be prizes for this FREE event so come out and have some fun. Space is limited to 24 people for social distancing. Register by visiting or calling the Welcome Center at 913-393-9622, or register online.
New Theatre - "Johnny June"
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Monday, September 27, 2021
Silver Sneakers Classic Active Older Adults
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Enhance Fitness Active Older Adults
Enhance Fitness is a fitness class for Active Older Adults, especially those with Arthritis, to help improve strength and range of motion for daily tasks.
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Silver Sneakers Circuit Active Older Adults
Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers ball is alternated with low-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is used for standing support, stretching and relaxation exercises.
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Enhance Fitness Active Older Adults
Enhance Fitness is a fitness class for Active Older Adults, especially those with Arthritis, to help improve strength and range of motion for daily tasks.
Friday, October 1, 2021
Silver Sneakers Classic Active Older Adults
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support.
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Enhance Fitness Active Older Adults
This class is geared toward people with arthritis. It focuses on strength, balance, and cardiovascular health. It is an evidence-based class that requires a pre/post assessment to show your results over a 16 week period.
Monday, September 27, 2021
WAVES Water Fitness
A Low Impact class that uses various water aerobic exercises in a fun, interactive environment.
Hydro Fit Water Fitness
A Vigorous Deep Water workout designed to increase stamina by combining exercises. Anyone can attend this class even if you are a non swimmer.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Joints in Motion Water Fitness
A low intensity water exercise program designed to improve balance, agility and muscular fitness. Swimmers and non-swimmers alike can take part in this exercise class while being a part of a fun, social environment.
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Aqua Burn Water Fitness
This High Intensity class uses the resistance of the water to improve cardiovascular fitness, endurance and flexibility. Exercise in the middle section of the pool using a variety of equipment while burning calories and improving your overall fitness.
Aqua Zumba Water Fitness
Come enjoy Zumba in a new way! Music and choreography unite with water to give you the total body benefits of water exercise.
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Joints in Motion Water Fitness
A low intensity water exercise program designed to improve balance, agility and muscular fitness. Swimmers and non-swimmers alike can take part in this exercise class while being a part of a fun, social environment.
Friday, October 1, 2021
WAVES Water Fitness
A Low Impact class that uses various water aerobic exercises in a fun, interactive environment.
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Aqua Zumba Water Fitness
Come enjoy Zumba in a new way! Music and choreography unite with water to give you the total body benefits of water exercise.