fitness classes

All Glimmerglass employees are welcome to join the Fitness Classes offered through The Glimmerglass Festival Community Access Employee Care Program! These Classes are centered around a variety of activities. It is recommended to bring your own equipment (yoga/exercise mats, a towel, and a water bottle), but no previous experience or equipment is necessary to participate.

Below are a list of dates and times for the Fitness Classes.

Got a question? Check out the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of this page, or contact gmwp@glimmerglass.org. *

*This email is to be used exclusively for questions about The Glimmerglass Festival Community Access Employee Care Program. DO NOT send any personal information (including but not limited to personal medical information) to this email address. It is maintained and administered by Glimmerglass Staff who oversee the The Glimmerglass Festival Community Access Employee Care Program.

Made possible through Beth & Gary Glynn's gracious sponsorship of The Glimmerglass Festival's Wellness Program in partnership with Glimmerglass Medical & Wellness LLC.

Yoga

The foundation of the Edna's Yoga class is mindful movement. Edna's intentional approach leads students through a practice that builds flexibility, endurance, and strength in the body while calming the mind through breath and focus. Edna's goal is for you to leave feeling better than when you walked in.

Stretch & Tone

Gretchen's Stretch and Tone class is a full-body workout that combines stretching and strengthening exercises. This class aims to improve flexibility, increase strength, and build a healthy, balanced physique. Gretchen has personally designed the class especially with festival members in mind. Gretchen's class is a low-impact and low-intensity; a workout suitable for all fitness levels. 

For all classes, participants should dress in comfortable clothing with stretch, and bring their own yoga/exercise mats, a towel, and a water bottle if possible.

Class Descriptions

Class information

Location: The Glimmerglass Festival Campus - The Pavilion

7300 St. Hwy 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326 

Times and Dates: All fitness classes will be held from 1:05 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. in the Pavilion. During the pre-season they will be held on Wednesdays. Classes will switch to Thursdays during the Festival season. Scroll below to Sign up Links for a full list of dates!

Sign Up Links

Click on one of the dates below to sign up.

time: 1:05 P.m.- 1:35 p.m.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes, please! Signing up in advance allows us to prepare the instructors for approximate class size or potentially cancel a class if there are no scheduled participants- we don’t want to waste our instructors time! Each Fitness Class has an individual sign up sheet. You can sign up via the clickable links on this page or on the Weekly Wellness Reports. Please register for all Fitness Classes at least 12 hours prior to the scheduled start time.

  • You can still attend a Fitness Class if you forgot to sign up BUT it helps us greatly if you do sign up for the class. We may cancel the class if no one registers in advance.

  • If you have your own equipment, you are encouraged to bring it with you! A small supply of extra equipment will be available for use, but it’s always good practice to come prepared or bring things to share. You should dress appropriately for gentle/moderate exercise. Bringing your own water and a small towel to all classes is recommended. The most important thing to bring is yourself and a positive attitude—by participating, you are investing in your health and wellness!

  • Not at all! All experience levels will be welcomed and celebrated at the Glimmerglass Wellness Program Fitness Classes! We want everyone to feel like they can grow and be supported in achieving their health and fitness goals this summer. The classes will range from beginner to moderate level fitness, covering modifications and encouraging you to listen to your body and your needs. Regardless of your experience level, you will find opportunities to learn, be challenged, and grow!

  • Nope! All classes are free for GGF employees!

  • No. The Glimmerglass Wellness Program Fitness Classes are an optional benefit of employment by the Glimmerglass Festival. Employees can not log hours or be paid for attending a Fitness Class.

  • We are all able to make decisions about how we use our time. However, if your Supervisors find out you missed a work call to attend a Fitness Class… we’ll let you be the judge of whether that is a good idea. We worked hard to ensure that all Glimmerglass employees had access to at least one fitness class a week without fear of work interference.