Fitness Classes Winter Spring 2012

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Winter Spring 2012 Class Schedule
Class Descriptions

Abs and Gluts This 30-minute class uses a variety of exercises designed to blast the lower body and sculpt the abdominals.	Power Yoga This challenging, interesting and balanced yoga flow underlines core strength, balance and flexibility to harmonize the body and mind.

Alignment Based Yoga This class will provide new students with the basics of the yoga poses and provide more experienced students with a stronger foundation and knowledge. Yoga props are used so that the poses are accessible to all levels.	P.U.S.H. Plyometrics Using Strength and High Intensity

Core Challenge This class combines Pilates, strength work, total body conditioning and intense muscle isolation taken to the next level! Learn how to isolate and strengthen the smaller muscles to develop true intrinsic balanced strength. All levels welcome.	SilverSneakers^® II Cardio Circuit Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength workout with handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, stretching and relaxation exercises.

Flow Yoga This is a series of flowing postures linked by the breath to detoxify, stretch and strengthen the body.	SilverSneakers^® Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support. This class is open to all Senior members.

Hatha Yoga Hatha Yoga is an effective way to stretch and tone muscles and reduce stress. Learn some of the most popular Yoga poses which work to promote circulation, balance and flexibility. All levels welcome.	Tabata Training Lose fat and gain fitness! Tabata interval training is the single most effective type of high intensity interval training. The workout consists of 8 rounds of 20 second high intensity intervals with 10 seconds of rest in between rounds. This workout produces maximum results in minimum time. The class consists of 4 rounds of Tabatas, warm up and cool down for a 30-minute workout.

Indoor Cycling Experience one of the best indoor cycling workouts around! Certified Instructors will take you through an imaginary ride up hills and through scenic landscapes. This workout can benefit everyone from beginners to world class cycling enthusiasts.	T’ai Chi Chih T’ai Chi Chih (pronounced Tie Chee Chuh) is a series of gentle, flowing movements designed to circulate and harmonize the Chi—the vital energy force flowing through the body. The movements are designed to be simple to learn so that students of various skill levels and age groups can master the form. Potential benefits of regular practice include stress reduction, improved balance, management of chronic ailments, increased energy, enhanced mental clarity and improved athletic performance.

Kettlebells Maximize performance using kettlebells to improve core strength, power, endurance, speed, coordination and dynamic flexibility. The kettlebells used in class range in weight from 17.5 to 70.5 pounds.	TRX Boot Camp^$$ TRX Suspension Training is not only becoming the functional training system of choice for units in every branch of the Armed Forces, but also for athletes in every professional sport. Train multiple muscles at once, in multiple planes of movement for a workout unlike anything you have ever experienced! This TRX class challenges users with a fast-paced workout that combines TRX strength exercises with cardio drills.

Line Dancing Have fun while working out learning the steps to popular Pop and Country Line Dances. All ages and levels welcome.	TRX Strength^$$ This strength focused TRX class is based on reps, tempo and form. Engage all of your muscles with this non-stop workout on the TRX straps! Build overall strength, balance and flexibility in this 45-minute total body program.

Mat Pilates This core strengthening class enhances long muscle structure while increasing flexibility. The focus is on proper breathing techniques, balance and strength.	Turn & Burn 45 minutes of indoor cycling followed by abdominal work and stretching.

NIA This class combines the fun and energy of dance, the explosive power of Martial Arts, the gentle flow of Tai Chi with the breathing and flexibility of Yoga into one body/mind/spirit cardio workout.	Willpower & Grace This workout is the ideal cardiovascular solution for mind-body practitioners. It’s equipment free, barefoot, and infused with positive, strengthening philosophy.

Mat Pilates This core strengthening class enhances long muscle structure while increasing flexibility. The focus is on proper breathing techniques, balance and strength.	Zumba^® Zumba is a fusion of Hip Hop, Latin dance and international music creating a dynamic, exciting fitness system. The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.

Power Pump This exciting variable weight barbell class uses basic lifting techniques and motivating music to challenge every major muscle in your body. This class is great for both men and women.	Zumba^® Gold A Fitness program designed to take the exciting Latin and International dance moves created in the original Zumba program and bring them to the Active Older Adult, beginner and anyone else needing modifications for a successful class.

– Fitness classes are for adults. Must be 14 years or older to participate.
– A minimum of 2 people is required to hold a class.
^$$ Additional fee/Registration required. For more info, please refer to the Program Guide or Program Flyer.