Membership at Green Ridge Recreation Center

When you become a member, you get access to over 76,000 square feet of recreation space!  Plus members enjoy a complete lineup of group exercise classes and free child watch at KidZone. Scroll down or click on the following links to find out more about:

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Group Exercise Membership Benefit Classes

Green Ridge offers a great lneup of FREE group exercise classes with your membership.  Descriptions of these classes are listed below.  Membership benefit classes do not require pre-registration but will fill on a first-come, first-served basis.  All programs are 1 hour unless otherwise indicated.  Members are welcome to sign up for any of our group exercise or general recreation programs not listed here at the public rate.  Programs in "blue" are aquatics based, and programs listed in "yellow" are land based. 

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(or see the program descriptions below)

Abs, Abs, Abs This 30-minute class is designed to work on your body core.  A strong torso is necessary for quality of life and prevention of injuries. Stretching is included at the end of each class.	Boot Camp Kick your metabolism in motion!  This one hour workout combines cardio, boxing, and kickboxing moves to music.  This challenging workout with drills and extreme combinations will ignite your fat burning zone!	Hydro-Fit This medium to high intensity class is a total body  workout  which includes 20-30 minutes of short cardio segments,  strength,  and resistance exercises.   Develop   your flexibility, core strength, muscular strength, and muscular endurance.
A.M. Jump Start  Get your body moving early with an high energy class at the beginner to intermediate fitness level.   No swimming ability is required.  Jump start offers LOTS of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular.	Cardio Combo / Cardio This class combines various cardio styles:  hi-lo aerobics, basic step, kickboxing and/or cardio circuits.  Sculpting exercises may also be integrated throughout the class.	Pilates Mix Similar to basic mat, this class will take the principles of Pilates and carry them over into traditional muscle conditioning exercises.
Arthritis Foundation Aquatics The warmth, buoyancy and added resistance of water properties can help decrease pain and/or stiffness and help improve and maintain joint flexibility.  Program exercises are designed specifically for people with arthritis, related disease, and participants with capabilities and needs.	Cycling A class with varying speeds, resistance levels and intensities that you can tailor to meet your personal goals and needs.  Designed to  raise your heart rate, tone your lower body and improve your fitness level.	Power Sculpt Tone and tighten to look lean and more defined.  This class uses a variety of equipment, including tubing, weights, medicine balls and more to sculpt your entire body!
Body Pump by Les Mills This barbell class strengthens your entire body, featuring a balance of endurance and functional strength training with weight room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls.  A low-weight, high rep workout reduces injury and helps you gain strength.	Fuctional Fitness This class consists of gentle exercises and movement for adults of all ages.  Slow movements help circulation without threatening the heart, generating energy without sweating.  Improve your strength, flexibility and balance.  Sitting, standing and floor movements work to enhance body function without injury. 45 minutes	Wave Walker/Runner This instructor-led class is held in the a variety of current channels and  uses the resistance of the water to build strength and give you a high level cardiovascular workout and overall body toning.  Water shoes are highly recommended.
Body Flow by Les Mills This is a Yoga/Tai Chi-style exercise program that builds flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling centered and calm.  Controlled breathing, concentration and a carefully structured series of stretches, moves and poses to music creates a holistic workout.	H2O Circuit An interval training  program  using the water as resistance and challenging participants through a series of different exercises and stations which focus on cardiovascular, strength, and endurance training	Yoga Beginners and intermediates benefit in flexibility, posture and balance.  Wear loose, comfortable clothes and enjoy the many benefits of yoga.

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KidZone

Don't worry about keeping an eye on the little ones while you're at Green Ridge - we'll do that for you!  Staff and plenty of structured activities will keep the kids busy while you're taking a class, playing basketball or working out.  At least one parent or guardian must be in the building to use this service. Useable up to two hours each day. KidZone is ONLY available to members.

Ages: 6 months to 8 years

Hours: Monday to Friday:  8am-2pm, 4pm-8pm
            Saturday:                8am-5pm
            Sunday:                  10am-5pm

Contact: Kidzone Coordinator Christie Epperly-Lawless
               Email: clawless@RoanokeCountyVA.gov
               Phone: (540) 7776308

idZone eXplosion!

Ages: 5 to 8 years

KZX meets Monday through Thursday from 5:30pm to 7:00pm, providing structured activities for the oldest range of KidZone participants.  We will have different themed activities every day of the week as follows:

Monday - Manic Monday: high energy games and activities to keep you moving
Tuesday - Two for Tuesday: partner based games and activities
Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday: crazy arts and crafts, weird science experiments
Thursday - Tried and True Thursday: traditional games like dodgeball and red rover


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Individual Wellness Consultations

Members receive one free wellness consultation with their membership.  This is a free service for all members and is designed to help you develop a workout regimen tailored to your needs. Together we’ll design an individualized exercise program that meets your wellness goals, interest level and schedule.  Become familiar with the right equipment to do the job, and help overcome barriers to participation.  Please call to schedule your appointment.

Contact: Wellness Coordinator Tiffany Joyner
              Email: tjoyner@RoanokeCountyVA.gov
              Phone: (540) 777-6304

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Green Ridge Recreation Center Membership Plans