Our safe, effective group exercise programs are conducted by certified fitness instructors. Classes are held year-round. You can try one class for free at any time – just stop in! You may also join a class at any time for a pro-rated price for the remainder of the session.

For a no-cost way to get fit, check out our self-guided outdoor park workouts.

Adult Fitness Classes

  • Adult Summer Camp (ages 18+)

    Thursdays | June 25 - July 30

    6 - 7:30 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec Center Gym

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Opens March 1st

    Take a break from the pressures of everyday adult life with Adult Recess.  This program is a fun way to stay active this summer and meet other embers of the community!  In Adult Recess, you can “be a kid again” through playing all of your favorite childhood recess games again like capture the flag, dodgeball, sharks and minnows, spud, tag, and many more.  A guaranteed good time, good sweat, and a good way to meet new friends!

  • Adult Stretch and Restore

    Tuesday | January 13 - March 31

    7 - 8 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec Terrace Dance Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Package Deals Available. Register Today

    This inclusive adult fitness class focuses on improving flexibility, mobility, and overall well-being through gentle, guided stretching exercises. Designed for all fitness levels, the class helps reduce muscle tension, increase range of motion, and promote relaxation, making it perfect for anyone looking to enhance their flexibility and relieve stress. Whether you’re new to stretching or an experienced practitioner, you’ll feel supported and encouraged throughout every session.

     

    Our new package deals are made to support your schedule.  Choose from one session to a package of 12!

     

    Spring Session: Tuesday | January 13 – March 31

  • Adult Dance Fitness

    Saturday | January 17 - April 4

    11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec Center (Upper Level)

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    This high-energy adult fitness program combines dynamic dance moves with cardio exercises to help you burn calories, improve coordination, and boost overall fitness. Set to upbeat music from a variety of genres, the class offers a fun, full-body workout that will leave you feeling energized and motivated, whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner.

  • Tai Chi | Ages 50+

    Tuesday | April 7 - Jun 9

    3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

    New Location to be announced soon

    Suzanne Martin

    Registration: Register one week prior to the start of class

    The slow and relaxed movements of Tai Chi provide a total exercise for the body and mind, while helping to improve balance, strength and flexibility and is a great way to improve your immune system.

     

     

  • FREE Outdoor Fitness Class by LANCO Strength & Performance

    Mondays | Begins June 16 (no class 7/14)

    6 p.m.

    Buchanan Park

    Nick Benhoff

    Registration: No registration needed

    Build strength, burn calories and kick start your journey to a healthier you with this FREE fitness class for beginners.

    Please bring water as well as an exercise mat if available. Other necessary equipment will be provided.

    Led by Nick Benhoff – LANCO Strength & Fitness.

    Visit our social media for day-of class updates. 

Adult Dance Classes

  • Adult Beginner Ballet (ages 18+)

    Mondays | Sept. 8 - Dec. 15

    7:15 - 8:45 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec | Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    This class goes over the basic fundamentals of ballet in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Adult Ballet is open to all abilities and experience levels.

    Ballet is the foundation of all dance styles. Each class, appropriate by age and experience level, will teach technique for the classical ballet style through terminology and engaging barre and center choreography. Through the foundations of Ballet each dancer will gain confidence, strength, and freedom of movement.

    Spring Schedule: Mondays | Jan. 5 – June 2, 7:15 – 8:45 p.m.

  • Adult Contemporary (ages 18+)

    Wednesdays | Sept. 10 - Dec. 17

    7:30 - 8:45 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec | Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    Contemporary dance is a dynamic and versatile dance style that incorporates
    elements from Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical styles of dance. In this intermediate class you will express yourself through freedom of movement while learning technique and expressive choreography.

    Spring ’26 Schedule – Wednesdays | Jan. 7 – June 3, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.

  • Dance Fitness (ages 18+)

    Saturdays | Sep 06 - Mar 07, 2026

    11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec - Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    This high-energy adult fitness program combines dynamic dance moves with cardio exercises to help you burn calories, improve coordination, and boost overall fitness. Set to upbeat music from a variety of genres, the class offers a fun, full-body workout that will leave you feeling energized and motivated, whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner.

    Spring ’26 Session: Jan 17 – Mar 7

  • Adult Hip Hop (ages 18+)

    Thursdays | Sep 11 - Dec 18, 2025

    8:00 - 9:00 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec | Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    Adult Hip Hop is designed for those 18 and older that have limited to no experience with Hip Hop. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of Hip Hop to be able to build off of in the future. Hip Hop dance is a high energy and vibrant form of dance. In each class you’ll learn elements of popping, locking, breaking, and freestyle movements to Rap, R&B, and Pop music. Hip hop is an expressive style of dance through which you can improve your coordination and confidence and develop your own sense of style.

    No class week of Thanksgiving.

    Spring ’26 Session: Thursday | Jan 8 – Jun 4 | 8 – 9 p.m.

  • Adult Jazz/Lyrical (ages 18+)

    Thursdays | Sept. 10 - Dec. 17

    6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec | Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    Adult Jazz is designed for those 18 and older that have limited to no experience with Jazz. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of Jazz to be able to build off of in the future. Jazz dance is a fun and upbeat style of dancing based on Ballet foundations.

    In Jazz class you will learn Jazz dance technique as well as center and across the floor combinations and class choreography appropriate by age of class and experience level.

    Spring ’26 Schedule: Thursdays | Jan. 7 – June 3, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

  • Adult Tap (ages 18+)

    Tuesdays | Sept. 9 - Dec. 16

    8:00 - 8:50 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec | Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    This class goes over the basic fundamentals of Tap in a fun and relaxed atmosphere without the time commitment to a studio or the pressures of preforming in a recital. Adult Tap is open to all abilities and experience levels from beginner to intermediate.

    Spring ’26 Schedule: Tuesdays | Jan. 6 – June 2, 8:00 – 8:50 p.m.

  • Movement Lab (ages 16+)

    Friday | Feb 6 - Mar 27

    6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

    Lancaster Rec | Terrace Room

    Lydia Beam

    Registration: Register Now until Full

    Find freedom in movement? Dance experience helpful but not required! This 75-minute class blends guided improvisation, creative exercises, and expressive movement to help you reconnect with your body and creativity. We’ll explore rhythm, flow, and emotion through music and simple prompts, creating a calm, inspiring space to move, play, and discover your own style. Expect a mix of journaling, exploration, and some group & solo dance-based play without any technical or recital pressure.

    Whether you’re an experienced dancer or a complete beginner, this class offers a welcoming space for anyone curious about movement and looking for a creative outlet.