Group Fitness - Class Descriptions
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Our goal is to provide well-balanced classes in each
time slot. We follow the ACSM guidelines for
cardio, strength and flexibility. We design classes
to care for your body, mind and spirit.
Please participate in classes at your own fitness level. It may be advisable to obtain a physician’s release prior to participating in an exercise program. If you are new to class, please come a few minutes early to meet your instructor and receive a brief orientation to class.
Thank you for participating!
Contact: Nanette Huddleston, Fitness Director
Tel: 443-6045 or 461-3311
CARDIO CLASSES
Cardio classes focus on cardiovascular training in a variety of formats. Most classes accommodate all fitness levels.
Daytime Dance: Every week a different Dance, including Jazz, Salsa, Zumba and more. NO dance experience necessary.
Ultra Cardio Express: A high intensity athletic workout for intermediate to advanced participants. 40 minute class
Step2It: Fun, up-beat step class with a variety of moves and intensity.
Cardio and Cardio Fusion: A cardio based class geared for beginning to intermediate participants. Cardio Fusion includes a variety of aerobic exercises.
Cardio CORE, Cardio Flex Fusion: Blended classes including cardio and toning or core conditioning.
Multi-Step: Using a combination of 2 or more steps, this class keeps your work out fun and interesting. A Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that is effective, innovative, and exciting. The best part besides a great workout is that it’s designed for everyone—No Dance Experience Required!
CYCLING CLASSES
Cycling classes are cardiovascular based training using LaMond Cycles. Classes accommodate all fitness levels and include a variety of ‘visual’ road trips. Your instructor can advise you on how to set up your cycle.
Cycling: An indoor cycling program combining determination and imagination to create a total fitness journey.
Hard Core Cycling: Cycling classes with a strength component.
MIND & BODY CLASSES
Mind & Body classes provide increased muscle strength, flexibility, stress-relief and improved breathing technique. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats although we do provide them.
Yoga combines poses and breath work to increase flexibility and strength. Breath work also increases blood flow and reduces stress and tension in the body.
Pilates is a system of flowing movements that strengthen and stretch the muscles and joints. Focus on core strength.
Target Zen—See Fusion Classes.
Taste of Qigong combines breath work and slow fluid movement to create an experience of relaxation, balance and flexibility. (November-June)
STRENGTH CLASSES
Our strength classes are focused on building muscle endurance and strength utilizing all major muscle groups. Classes may include barbells, dumbbells, tubing, dyna-bands, medicine balls and body weight. Classes can accommodate all fitness levels.
Bodies By Bosu: Improve your quality of movement with this exciting and innovative class. BOSU is a dynamic strength and conditioning program that focuses on developing total body power and balance. Say good-bye to endless crunches and hello to strong, lean abs, torso, and core muscles
Cut To The Core: This 15 minute ’blast’ will hit all the core muscles.
Take it on its own, or before or after your cardio workout.
Come warmed up and ready!
Hard Core: Total body strength conditioning with an emphasis on core training.
H.I.T. Strength is a non-traditional high intensity training with a focus on strength.
Power Muscle uses the barbell as well as dumbbells, medicine balls and other resistance equipment.
Strength & Stretch combines light strength exercises with gentle stretches for a class that is appropriate for everyone including those recovering from injury or illness or returning to exercise. The class focuses on joint stability, core strength, balance and small muscle coordination.
Total Toning is a total body toning class followed by an extended stretch to leave you feeling strong and refreshed!
FUSION CLASSES
Fusion classes are a blend of different disciplines… Cardio, Strength and Flexibility creating an exceptional, time efficient workout. Please refer to other categories for descriptions of these components.
Body Attack: This Sports-inspired cardio workout builds strength AND stamina. Running, intervals, plyometrics, bodyconditioning and cardio tracks will take your fitness to the next level. Running shoes recommended. This class can be modified to accommodate most fitness levels.
Cardio Fusion: A wide variety of fun cardio moves will keep you coming back!
Forever Fit: Specially designed for seniors focusing on real life strength such as agility, balance, falling prevention, flexibility, hand-eye coordination and grip strength.
Pilates/Stretch: Classic Pilates with Yoga inspired stretching.
Pilates Total Toning: This is a combination of Pilates and toning exercises using extra resistance (Dumbbells, leg weights, medicine balls and bands.)
Pump It: Get your heart pumping and pump up your muscles with this blend of cardio and strength exercises designed to enhance cardiovascular fitness, functional strength and balance. This is a moderate intensity class.
Target Zen is a smorgasbord for your body! This class may combine toning, yoga, Pilates, QiGong, stretching and definitely relaxation!
AQUATIC CLASSES
Enjoy the Natural Hot Springs pools that are exclusive to The Broadwater Athletic Clubs while participating in our aquatic classes. Gentle on the joints, these classes enhance cardiovascular and strength endurance.
AquaLogix includes special weighted hand and leg bells for an additional challenge.
Water Fitness is a well-rounded fitness program in the pool.
NOTE: Lead Instructors are indicated on the schedule. Occasionally there will be substitute instructors teaching classes. Classes maintaining numbers of 8 or less may be subject to cancellation.
Classes maintaining low attendance may be cancelled.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL NANETTE HUDDLESTON, CLUB MANAGER & FITNESS DIRECTOR, TO ASK QUESTIONS OR SHARE IDEAS. (443-6045)
