Group Fitness Class Descriptions

Circuit Class — This class targets all areas of fitness in one class.  The class is based around an interval-training format where “exercise stations” are designed. The workout consists of bursts of non-choreographed aerobic activity and segments of muscular strength and endurance work. The idea is to get your heart rate up as well as develop core and functional strength.

Kick & Sculpt — The first portion of this class uses movements from the martial arts for a fun and challenging cardiovascular workout designed for many different fitness levels.  No previous kickboxing experience is required - just bring your enthusiasm and a can-do attitude.  After a short cool down, we move on to sculpting with free weights, then finish with abdominal work and stretching.

Cardio Dance — A mid- level intensity cardio step class designed to increase cardiovascular strength and endurance. Hi/Low melds the choreography of a dance class and strong athletic moves to create a fun-filled, exciting 60-minute workout that will keep you coming back for more. All fitness levels are welcome.

Cardio Ball — This high energy class offers something for all fitness levels.  We start with a high intensity cardio segment, using the stability ball, to get your heart pumping.  Then we move on to muscle conditioning, again using the ball to work the whole body. 

Boot Camp — Join us for a workout that will allow you to tone and strengthen your body in a fun welcoming group. Using free weights, jump ropes, mat work, sports drills and more, you will leave class feeling energized and motivated for the whole day! All fitness levels welcome.

Hip Hop Aerobics — You will have so much fun, you won't even notice you are exercising. This class teaches easy, high energy, Hip-Hop/Jazz aerobic routines. You can choose to do each movement with high or low impact options. Get a great working out dancing to current, fun to move to, music.

Muscle Conditioning — This class incorporates free weights, resistive tubing, rubber bands, and the BOSU trainer. Increased strength, flexibility and muscular endurance are the focus of this class. You will be encouraged to work at your own pace. Participants with injuries or other physical limitations will be asked to provide documentation from their physician saying they can participate.

On the Ball — An intense muscle conditioning class using a stability ball. While “on the Ball” is an entire body workout, class focuses primarily on the muscles of our “core” and is designed to increase muscular strength, flexibility, and overall balance.  

Y Cycling — Come ride inside! Imagine interval training, racing, ‘jumping”, pedaling up hills, and much more in a room filled with motivational music, friends, and ENERGY! We suggest that you call the Member Service Desk one day in advance to reserve a bike. Participants must bring water. New participants need to arrive 10 minutes prior to their first class in order for instructors to teach them individualized bike set-ups. Padded bike shorts are recommended. All fitness levels welcome.

Tai Chi — Tai Chi is a moving meditation and exercise that has been practiced for centuries, first in China and now all over the world. The movements, called the form, are a set of postures that flow one into the next. The practice of Tai Chi can help to relax the body and mind, improve balance, coordination, concentration, physical confidence and a sense of general well being. In this class we will learn a basic form that people can use at home and enjoy every day. Everyone is welcome!

Yolates — This class incorporates the best of Pilates and Yoga for a workout that will increase core strength while improving flexibility. You will improve muscular strength and endurance while increasing your range of motion. Yolates is strength and flexibility training at its best! Please bring a yoga mat.

Yoga — Emphasize physical and mental relaxation through a series of postures. Improve breathing, posture and alignment, balance, strength, and flexibility. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Active Older Adult Yoga — The pace will be slow as you learn to work safely and precisely, stretching and extending deeply. This class is ideal or, but not limited to those individuals who are new to yoga or concerned about age, fitness level or weight.

Power Yoga — High intensity and cardiovascular, Power Yoga stands as one of the few forms of yoga designed to work the body aerobically. A perfect addition to a cross-training routine or a vigorous boost to a daily yoga practice, this weekly class will strengthen and tone the whole body, while gently stretching overworked muscles.  

Core Strengthening Yoga — Designed not only to target the deep, inner muscles of the abdomen and upper and lower back, but also to teach people how to use core strength in their day to day life and workout. This class will improve any workout routine and tone the midline rapidly!

Deep Stretch and Rebalancing Yoga — This Monday morning class is designed for folks who pushed a little too hard on their weekend activities and pulled muscles, exhausted themselves or overloaded their stress level. Slow, methodical stretching, balancing poses and twists are combined to soothe the nervous system, steady the mind and prepare the body for the week ahead.

Vinyasa Yoga — The practice is a defined set of postures always done in the same order, which are combined with specific breathing patterns. The purpose of vinyasa is to create heat in the body, which leads to purification of the body through increased circulation and sweating. It also improves flexibility, which allows the student to practice advanced asanas with reduced risk of injury.

Cardio Kick — Cardio Kickboxing is a combination of boxing, kickboxing and movements from the martial arts. It is a high intensity work out that helps build muscle and burn calories.  We use combinations of high impact aerobic and strength training moves for the first 40 minutes of the class and end with a powerful arm, leg and abdominal routine. If you are a beginner to kickboxing, please come early to the class so you can learn the punches and kicks.

Yoga Movement — Shake your spirit!  Yoga Movement combines traditional asana practice with movement and music to inspire freedom, creativity and fun.  Invigorating yet relaxing, this class provides a challenge in a safe and supportive environment.  All levels are welcome to participate.  

CardioSculpt — A muscle conditioning class designed to build both muscular strength and endurance by varying weights and repetitions, while providing a cardiovascular challenge by maintaining a steady pace throughout the workout.  Participants should have some experience using free weights and be familiar with the basics of proper form and technique.

Abs Blast — Abs Blast is an efficient workout for the core muscles of the abs and lower back. This is a self-paced workout appropriate for all levels. Exercise progressions are provided so students of all fitness levels may be challenged.

Qi-Gong — Qigong is an ancient Chinese health maintenance practice, currently growing in popularity throughout the western world. Qi (chi) is "life force" or energy and Gong means long time study or cultivation. Qigong is the precursor to Tai Chi and all the martial arts. It's a way to work with and move qi. Acupuncturists work with qi to effect healing and promote well-being, but you can move this energy yourself, by learning simple movements, meditation, breathing practices and self-applied massage, seated or standing. Qigong is easy, energizing, and deeply satisfying. Wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes.

Step and Sculpt — This class provides a great combination of both cardio and resistance training, both necessary elements for a well-rounded fitness routine.  The 20 minutes of step will get your heart pumping and prepare the rest of your body for the remaining 30 minutes of sculpting and stretching.