NEWS

(see Community Classes for fees and additional information)

GROUP EXERCISE

Our two group exercise and spinning studios allow us to feature a variety of popular fitness classes. Getting into shape is convenient with nearly 40 classes offered weekly. These classes include: Quick Fit Cardio, Core Training, Boot Camp, Step Basics, Step Plus, Step-n-Abs, Sweat Shop, Total Body Works, Flex-n-Pump, TurboKick, Yoga, BOSU, Spinning and more. All fitness levels are welcomed!

The group exercise schedule is distributed periodically and may be picked up at the Fitness Center Front Desk or viewed on this website.

Each member must check in at the Fitness Center Front Desk to receive a hand stamp to enter classes. The hand stamp does not guarantee a space in class, it only verifies membership. Our policy remains walk in until full. Please see our complete set of Group Exercise Rules for more information.

To find a class that fits you, see our 2010 Group Exercise Schedule. Also, view the 2010 Summer Class Descriptions.

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GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES

Ab Blast - A 20-minute intense class of toning and strengthening exercises for the abdominals and lower back.

Boot Camp - Rev up your workout with a 60-minute intense class of cardio and strengthening exercises.

BOSU Fitness – 45-minute cardio and muscle sculpting workout that uses progressive balance techniques and exercises. Guaranteed to improve your posture and physical fitness. Great for all fitness levels.

Dance Groove - A 45-minute total body workout that incorporates various dance styles with traditional cardio strength exercise.

Flex-N-Pump - A 45-minute high intensity weight-training workout using adjustable barbells to increase muscle strength and endurance.

Intro to Spinning® - A 30-minute orientation that focuses on proper spinning technique, bike set up, positioning and alignment, and finally a trial spin. WARNING: You will be hooked! (PLEASE, beginner Spinners only!)

Intro to Step (Every third Saturday of the month) – A 45-minute orientation on the fundamentals of step -- terminology, form, & technique.

Quick Fit Cardio - The answer to your problem of needing to get in and out of the gym: a 30-minute aerobic workout.

SPINNING - An intense 45-minute stationary cycling class that simulates an outdoor cycling experience with the foundation of basic cycling movements. Participants burn an average of 500 calories in 40 minutes of non-impact, individually paced, cardiovascular exercise (Intro to Spinning is recommended prior to taking a Spinning class.)

Step Basics - A 45-minute low to moderate impact workout for the novice Stepper using an adjustable platform.

Step-N-Abs - A 30-minute step workout followed by 15 minutes of abdominal and lower back exercises.

Step Plus - A 45-minute Step workout with moderate to complex step choreography.

Sweat Shop w/ Core Training - 90 minutes of high energy, non-stop cardio designed to burn fat and challenge your endurance using various forms of fitness equipment PLUS a core workout focusing on stabilization techniques and strengthening exercises for the abs, obliques, and lower back. Guaranteed to make you sweat 'cause anything goes! All levels welcome.

Total Body Works - A 45-minute workout using dumbbells, body bars, resistance tubing and bands, medicine and stability balls.

TurboKick - A 60-minute cardiovascular workout that combines kickboxing and the martial arts through the use of rounds of intense intervals and kickboxing strength/endurance training.

Yoga/Pilates - For all levels, a 60-minute class that incorporates the foundational asanas (yoga postures) as well as breathing and relaxation techniques. Benefits include increased strength, flexibility in muscles and joints, improved focus and stress relief.

Zumba - For all levels, a 45-minute class that combines a fusion of Latin and international music and dance themes to create a dynamic, exciting, effective workout. Zumba is not only great for the body, but it’s fun and easy to do. Salsa, meringue, raggaeton and others.

Cardiovascular Conditioning Recommendations
(Recommendations based upon National Institutes of Health Guidelines)

Frequency: 3-5 days per week
Intensity: 60 - 80% of maximum heart rate
Time: 20 - 60 minutes
Type of Exercise: Continuous movement exercise