James Johnson 792- 7141 - Director of Group Exercise
Absolute Strength with Body Bar-A full-body conditioning class designed to challenge your muscular strength and balance. The class also focuses on core conditioning and strength through every range of motion. The class content changes every two weeks.
Aikido-or “The Way to Harmony in Spirit” is a Japanese martial art that teaches self-defense in a totally noncompetitive atmosphere. The principles of Aikido teach relaxation and centering. Classes include meditation, breathing exercises, stretching, toning and self-defense. For more information call, Eric Lipton (5th d. Black Belt) or Martha Lipton (4th d. Black Belt) at 763-6617.
Beginners Class-the basics of Aikido working on stretching, relaxation and centering, some tumbling and basic self-defense. Intermediate Class, a continuation of Aikido Basics with more emphasis on tumbling and self-defense. Beginners Class required prior to going to Intermediate class.
Ballet, Adult Intro-This class stresses the academic techniques developed through the centuries of the existence of ballet.!
Body Bar Essentials-All body bar class emphasizes full-body conditioning through every range of motion. This class focuses on muscular strength, stamina, and agility. The class content shifts every two weeks.
Body Bar Strength and Conditioning-The more vigorous workout of the two types of Body Bar classes. Muscular strength and endurance class utilizing Body Bars (6 to 30 lbs), Swiss Balls, dumbbells, etc. This is the perfect compliment to Cardio workouts on alternate days or to increase overall strength and stamina! Medium to high intensity level.
Cardio Intervals-Cardiovascular fitness class utilizing intervals of any or all of the following: Step. Hi-Lo, Kick Boxing. Boot Camp style calisthenics.
Cardio Power Hour-Higher end fitness level class that uses intense cardio intervals with strength training to maximize results.
Cardio Step and Core-A step class with the step segment of class performed for at least 75% of the class to maximize cardiovascular fitness. Core work performed at the end of the class focusing on abs, waist, and lower back.
Core Essentials-This course trains the Core muscles both as movers and stabilizers. The goal is to improve functional ability, control, power and coordination. Class involves exercises performed in stabilized and destabilized standing, seating and lying positions and through all three planes of motion.
Fanatic Friday-A very high-intensity training session that will choose a different training modality (step, core board, body bar, martial arts, etc.) each week. This class is for the participant who wants to be challenged to the max-your muscular strength, cardiovascular fitness, balance, agility, flexibility, and mental focus will benefit from this Fanatic Friday hour.
Group Ride, Cycling-This indoor cycling class is designed to make you a fitter cyclist. Workouts are specifically designed for the cyclist or triathlete, but also provide a great workout for non-cyclists as well. Structured intervals are used to improve power, climbing strength, time trialing, and anaerobic threshold.
Group Cycling-This group class is designed to condition the cardiovascular system and strengthen the lower body. Group cycling focuses on climbing hills, traveling flat roads, sprinting, and endurance. This class is designed for competitive and non-competitive cyclists and triathletes as well as beginners and any fitness enthusiasts. It is taught by certified group cycling instructors using music to create a fun and motivating environment.
Karen's Class-Structured fitness program for seniors. Exercises are done on the floor and in a chair. The class focuses on toning, stabilization, muscular endurance, strength and flexibility.
NIA - NIA-“Neuromuscular Integrative Action”, is a holistic wellness fusion fitness program incorporating elements of Yoga, martial arts, dance and the healing arts.
Pilates Mat-This Pilates-based Mat class is a total body non-impact workout that stretches, strengthens and lengthens the entire body, with emphasis on the core muscles..
Pilates Mat with Ball-Experience all of the classic Pilates mat exercises while incorporating the Resist-A-Ball. Stretch, strengthen and increase your balance and coordination. An incredible core workout!
Pilates Mat using the Magic Circle-This is a classical Pilates Mat class using the “circular resistance band”. The Magic Circles are used to provide resistance and neuromuscular feedback. They are especially effective for toning the arms, chest, hips and thighs. Magic Circles are provided.
Salsa-Course introduces the dancer to Salsa patterns that help build core Salsa dancing essentials. Students learn to improve leading and following while dancing with and without a partner.
Step-A step-training workout - This is high intensity, low impact workout that is easy to follow and challenging to all fitness levels. This class provides an incredible cardiovascular workout as well as added conditioning and toning of the hamstrings, quadriceps, and gluteals. Great for the legs! Some classes will also include a short sculpting segment.
STAE-FIT-Structured fitness program for seniors. Balance, strength and cardiovascular exercises. Two classes offered to fit your schedule.
TAE-BO®-A program that combines the best variety of different exercise disciplines to provide an overall workout. Tae Bo® is the combination of self awareness and the control of martial arts, the focus and strength of boxing and the grace and rhythm of dance. Tae Bo® develops cardiovascular & muscular endurance, strength, speed, balance, coordination, body awareness, and mental focus. Tae Bo® is taught by a Tae Bo® instructor certified through the Billy Blanks World Training Center.
Tae Kwon Do (TKD)-It means “The study of kicks and punches”. Classes include stretching, mild running, basic movements, forms; free-style non-contact sparring self-defense techniques. TKD will develop self-discipline, self confidence, coordination, flexibility and relieve stress.
Tai Chi for Seniors-An eastern discipline of gentle movements creating radiant health & inner harmony. It is a weight bearing exercise that flexes all joints, stretches muscles & ligaments, rotates the spinal column on it’s axis, strengthens the heart, deepens the breath & is great for everyday physical & mental balance.
Total Athletic Fitness, Joe D Bands-This class focuses on all components of fitness: cardiovascular, strength, endurance, flexibility, and body composition. It also develops power and speed. This form of resistance band training is easy on the joints, yet produces significant results in improving neuromuscular training adaptations. It will result in improved strength, muscle tone, coordination, and flexibility. Full 1 hour sessions include techniques the pros use in the NFL, MLB, NBA, and other pro and college level training programs. All levels are accommodated. New People Are Always Welcolme!
YOGA-Yoga is about bringing the Mind, Body & Spirit into such harmony that one’s natural rhythm can be felt & followed. The focus is on warm-up, stretching, breathing & postures teaching you to trust in your body’s wisdom bringing a sense of peace and renewed vitality.
YOGA, Anusara-Anusara (a-nu-sar-a), means "flowing with Grace," an elegant, concise set of alignment principles called the "Universal Principles of Alignment" is applied to each asana. A central idea within the Universal Principals of Alignment are the 3 A's: Attitude, Alignment, and Action. This refers to a foundational concept within Anusara yoga in which every pose is infused with a meaningful intention connected to the grand purposes of yoga, awareness of specific postural alignment, and balanced action between stability and freedom.
YOGA, Rise’n Shine-A one-hour practice that gently awakens one for the day ahead.
ZUMBA-Combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations. It is a fusion of Latin and international music and dance that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.