Aerobics & Yoga Class Descriptions The class descriptions below enable participants to get a good idea of the kind of workout they can expect in a class. All of the instructors would be glad to assist participants with questions they might have either before or after their classes. Being on time to classes is appreciated as most instructors tend to go over safety cues and explain complicated moves at the beginning of each session. Instructors teach to all levels in each class unless otherwise noted in the description. Remember: each instructor has his/her unique style. The same class taught by different instructors might be different. The best way to find one you are comfortable is to try them out! *Not all classes listed below are offered at all times STEP AEROBICS STEP I Step I offers a medium to high intensity cardio workout with basic step aerobics choreography and beginner level combination routines. All levels are always welcome. STEP II this class offers a medium to high intensity cardio workout with intermediate step aerobics choreography. Perfect for anyone who wants a great cardio workout without having to worry too much about remembering complicated routines. Knowing basic names used for Step routines helps but all levels are always welcome. STEP N CORE just like it says..part Step Class with the added benefit of a great core muscle workout! KICKBOXING/ CARDIO BOXING KICK/CARDIOBOXING this is a class that combines martial arts kicks and punches into a high-intensity aerobic workout requiring of its participants a high level of endurance, strength, and flexibility. This class is designed for people seeking a fun-filled, high intensity, powerful workout! Two instructors may team up to give you a full hour of high-energy combinations and drills. TURBOKICK Turbokick is a form of kickboxing set to fun and exciting music! Each round, or series of kick-boxing combinations, has its own specific music, chosen for the workout. The class will work on mastering a new round about every two months, adding layers, or new components to the combos, each class. Eventually, participants progress to learning the entire round from start to finish. Then, the class will move on to a new round with new music. The fun never stops, and you ll stay motivated with new layers each class. Get tough and stay strong with this amazing cardio workout! Get set to have a blast! Note: Hour-long Turbokick classes will consist solely of cardio and a cool-down / stretch. Hour and fifteen minute classes will incorporate lower body strength-work, as well as abs and push-ups.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS CIRCUIT- a total body circuit course based on mixed martial art training that incorporates conditioning drills for agility, balance, endurance, focus, speed, strength and personal confidence. The class includes modifiers for beginners and challenge drills for the advanced participants. HI/LO AEROBICS BOOTCAMP EXPRESS-30 minutes of high intensity drills to max your heart rate. Recovery periods are brief and a variety of equipment is used to change the focus of the muscle group and minimize repetition. CARDIO EXPRESS A half-hour cardio workout using a variety of formats, including step, sports, and hilo, to get the heart rate going HI/LO With this work-out, the fun is back! It consists of classic hi/lo floor aerobics that are easy to learn but that will push your physical and cardio skills to the maximum level. Designed to burn body fat, break through fitness plateaus, and increase your overall aerobic capacity. You ll push your cardiovascular limits come experience the energy! HIP HOP this class takes standard hi/lo aerobics moves and gives them a bit of an upbeat urban flava. Set to the latest hip-hop music, this class will give you a work-out and a bit of a dance lesson too. All experience levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. No previous dance training is required. ZUMBA features exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they re getting fit and energy levels are soaring! There s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party. It s easy, effective and totally exhilarating! ZUMBA TONING- When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather, the toning stick). Learn how to use lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all the target zones, including arms, abs and thighs. Zumba Toning is the perfect way to sculpt your body naturally while having a total blast. AQUA BOOT CAMP splash your way to an intense full body workout that emphasizes agility, strength, and speed. Set to a high-energy soundtrack, prepare for fast, and powerful movements that will tone your muscles and increase your cardio! No swimming skills required! CARDIO DANCE: Get your cardio while dancing to a variety of music such as pop, broadway and hip hop. UPPER BODY BLAST- brief cardio segment to warm up and then focuses on strength and muscle endurance for the complete upper body including core. STRENGTH/ TONING BASIC STRENGTH: beginner to intermediate total body sculpting workout using free weights, resistance bands and body bars.
BALLISTIC- this is a highly intense core training class. Works everything neck down to knee up focusing on your core. The class involves use of medicine balls, stability balls and hand weights. Being on time is appreciated for this class as instructors tend to go over all safety cues and modifications at the beginning of the class. CORE N MORE- is a Pilates and tone class that will incorporate moves for lengthening and strengthening of those mid body muscles. Stretching movements will also be incorporated as we tone up this group of muscles that are important for every day life. AWESOME ABS everyone wants awesome abs and this toning session will help you firm and tone your abs up. Alternating between upper and lower abdominal and lower back exercises, this class, although short, will be invaluable to the awesomeness of your abs. Participants will utilize props such as stability balls, BOSU balls, body bars, weights, bands and much more. This class is appropriate for all fitness levels. AB EXPRESS- 15 minutes of core exercises using a variety of equipment BOTTOMLINE this class is a great work-out for your, well, bottom-line! Anything below the belt will get a great workout, including rear end, abs and legs! This class might also include stability ball work with traditional toning challenges. HARD ASSETS This 15 minute class focuses exclusively on the glutes. Using squats, lunges, leg lifts, and floor exercises, we will intensively work the gluteus maximus, minimus, and medius (top, bottom, and side of the butt). TOPLINE a great workout for your top or upper body, just the opposite of BOTTOM LINE. Topline focuses on arms and upper back using hand weights. UPPER BODY BLAST: 30 minute class to tone arms, chest, back and abs. POWERLIFT: Strength training workout emphasizing toning and muscle definition with high reps; targets every major muscle group. PILATES: Core conditioning focusing primarily on strengthening the back and abdominal muscles. LOWER BODY EXPRESS: 30 minute class tones legs, buttocks and abs. BALLET SCULPT: Muscular endurance class that tones muscles using elements of ballet with high repetitions. This class often uses the ballet barre. BARRE-The Pilates Barre signature workout class that combines ballet, weights, and Pilates for a lowimpact, fat-burning workout. Plan to do some free-standing lifting using light weights, some mat work, and plenty of barre work. The class also incorporates stretching segments after each strengthening series, so you'll also lengthen your body and increase flexibility while you tone. BODY SHAPING: Weight training in a class setting; full body workout using dumbells, tubes and balls.
HARDCORE The name is both a description and a goal! This is a 30 minute, intensive class that focuses on building core strength, endurance, and flexibility. Challenging exercises will target the lower and upper abdominals, obliques, back, and hip flexors. Modifications for beginners will be provided HARDBODY This intensive one-hour class focuses on the full body, particularly arms, legs, and core. Using equipment and body weight exercises, this class focuses on toning muscles with intermittent cardio intervals. YOGA and MIND/BODY YOGA For those who have never tried yoga before as well as more seasoned participants. Beginners will be introduced to the basics principles of yoga and begin to strengthen the mind and body. More advanced participants will also find a great strengthening workout with instructor led modifications. RHYTHM YOGA Learn how to access the rhythm of your breath and heartbeat in a slow thoughtful flow intended to relax your body and clear your mind VINYASA YOGA- yoga poses are linked fluidly but held long enough for the student to adjust to a healthy alignment and mental awareness GENTLE YOGA- Not quite as intense as a regular yoga class; all levels welcome. Basic principles and moves are perfect for participants new to yoga and for those with limited range of motion. IYENGAR YOGA- Good for all levels; teaches foundations of alignment with the use of props TAI CHI-Ancient Chinese approach to achieving mind and body relaxation through balance, strength and flexibility. HATHA YOGA-Hatha Yoga uses postures (asanas) and stretches in combination with the breath to develop flexibility and relaxation. There are many styles of Hatha Yoga. Some use a specific series of postures; others use a flow of movements, while some may use props such as blocks or belts to assist a posture or maximize a stretch. RESTORE YOGA- a yoga class to restore equanimity with deep stretches and attention to breath COMBINATION/ VARIETY CLASSES SPIN-What s HOT in fitness? Spinning! Jump on one of our bikes and start peddling! Spinning classes provide an intense cardio workout while still catering to participants of all fitness levels. Our certified instructors will lead you through a challenging series of courses to maximize your caloric burn. The best part is that you control your own resistance and speed allowing you to continuously progress forward from your current fitness level.
ANYTHING GOES every class is something different and you never know what you re going to get because it is a surprise every time! With hi-lo, step, sculpting, or a little bit of everything, you ll get a great workout for an entire hour. TRIPLE THREAT Cardio, strength, and core training in twenty minute segments designed to help you get the most out of your workout in the least amount of time. STEP N LIFT Cardio and toning are merged for a medium to high intensity cardio workout with simple step aerobics choreography for the first portion of the class, followed by upper and lower body sculpting with weights and abdominal work. Can include toning with the stability ball for the sculpting portion of the class. 30/20/10 gives you a little bit of everything for the body. In segments of 30/20/10 minutes or seconds! BOSU 2 EXPRESS: 30 minute cardio class for those experienced with the bosu. CORE FUSION: Pilates mixed with kettlebells for a great core (abs/back) and full body workout. FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: Perform tasks in training that replicate the movements found in life; improve strength while increasing your heart rate. KRAV FIT: (for all fitness levels) Versions of circuit, endurance and defense drills from Krav Maga training NIA: Low impact aerobics including dance, kickboxing, tai chi, yoga and more. ON A ROLL: Offset your high intensity training with with our express foam roller classes. Foam rollers can improve core stability, strength, balance and flexibility. Release the tight muscles, fascial adhesions, and improve blood flow. TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING: Energetic workout including strength, cardio and core in one workout. SOLE SYNTHESIS: Barefoot training meets strength, cardio and flexibility in one workout. STRETCH AND TONE: Strength training and stretching combined in order to make the most of 30 minutes. CARDIO/STRENGTH CIRCUIT Wanna get a full body workout in? Toning AND Cardio?? Then this is the class for you! This class concentrates on longer cardiovascular components interspaced with one-minute intervals for weight challenges. Can involve upper and/or lower body work during the sculpting portion of the class using various equipment. BOOT CAMP An intense bootcamp style class incorporating high and low movements, plyometrics, and elements from the Navy Seal training program perfect for moderate to advanced fitness levels. Prepare to sweat and push yourself to the next level!
BOSU CARDIO Integrated muscle training is used to work every muscle in the body on the BOSU to wittle the middle, build strong lean muscle, and create a hard core. Cardio, strength and abdominals training for all fitness levels. POWER 90 For Women!!! 90 Minutes of Cardio, Core Work, Weights and Stretching ORGANIZED TRACK: For intermediate to experienced runners; speed work on the track which includes intervals of 400m up to 1600m; distances and times based on individual fitness levels. See below for class location and details. This class does not meet when Davidson Co. schools are closed. OUTSIDE BOOT CAMP: Intense full body workout that works all muscles doing drills such as push ups, jumping jacks, and abs. Class meets on the stairs of the Parthenon at Centennial Park. Take water and a towel. This class does not meet when inclement weather closes Davidson Co. schools. CARDIO CHISEL: Different equipment (bosu, dumbells, resist-a-ball, etc) will be used for an energizing cardiovascular workout. AB BLAST: 15 minute workout for the abdominal muscles. AQUA AEROBICS: Consists of cardiovascular and muscle conditioning segments in shallow pool. AQUA TONE: This 45 minute class will tone your muscles using props in the water.