Fitness & Aquatic Class DescriptionsPOOL CLASSES
Ai Chi Ai Chi is a simple water exercise and relaxation program performed using a combination of deep breathing and slow, broad movements of the arms, legs, and torso in flowing continual patterns. Ai Chi has been shown to be beneficial for pain management, arthritis, asthma, weight control, diabetes, hypertension, hormonal management, chronic fatigue syndrome scoliosis, fibromyalgia, cardiac rehab patients and can also relive lower back pain, and migraines. ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION AQUATICS PROGRAM A specialized water exercise program specifically designed for individuals with arthritis. Learn a series of exercises to help relieve pain and stiffness, increase and maintain range of motion, increase muscular strength and endurance. Accredited by the Arthritis Foundation Aquatics program. ARTHRITIS & FIBROMYALGIA CLASS Warm Water Aquatic classes will help individuals suffering from joint problems including, joint stiffness, mild to moderate Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and lower back pain. You will be encouraged to work at a level that is comfortable for you. These classes may increase your flexibility, balance, and strength as well as cardiovascular endurance. Reducing pain levels, sleeping better, and improving your quality of life can result from warm water exercise! AQUATIC AEROBICS This class offers a great way to get cardiovascular exercise without traumatic impact to the joints. Water aerobics can increase your endurance, muscle tone, flexibility and balance. Classes are taught in shallow water that will reach chest to shoulder height. Work at your own pace and enjoy a fun and relaxed group setting. GENTLE JOINTS CLASS A specialized water exercise program designed for individuals with arthritis and joint replacements. Learn a series of exercises to help relieve pain and stiffness, increase and maintain range of motion, and increase muscular strength and endurance. WATER WALKING One of the best forms of exercise you can do just gets better in the pool! Use water resistance to improve muscle tone, increase cardiovascular fitness, improve balance and flexibility, release stress and just have some fun! This is a great class for anyone wanting a low-impact workout. OPEN LAP SWIM During busy times, laps lanes are intened to be shared by several swimmers using a circular swim pattern. The far lane is designed as a fast or advanced lane. The second lane is designed as a slow or beginner lane. Please utilize speed designations in choosing the lane, most appropriate to your ability level. If someone is using the lane, Kindly ask them if you may circle swim with them. Aquatic Clubs at The CenterSYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING CLUB Ever wanted to be like Ester Williams in all those movies? Well get started by coming to synchronized swimming. Both beginners and experienced synchronized swimmers are welcome. Develop skill and grace in water while having fun. FITNESS CLASSES Better Balance Prevent falls and improve your balance with leg strengthening exercises to keep you strong and stable! You keep track of your progress with the help and guidance of an instructor. So come and get strong and keep the balance! Cardio Sculpt Your time is valuable! Utillizing your body resistance and a variety of exercise equipment, cardio sculpt is the perfeect complementary class to any workout. Class consists of 30 minutes cardio training, 35 minutes strength training, and 10 minutes of streching. Line Dancing Learn different types of line dancing steps. This class is broken down into three levels so pick the one that is right for you whether your a beginer or an advance student! The. Dancing is a healthy way to have fun! Please note there are different class levels and times on the Fitness schedule. Circuit Challenge Class WARNING: THIS CLASS IS TOO MUCH FUN! The ultimate fat burning workout combining all your favorites - step class moves, kickboxing, high and low impact aerobics, body sculpting and core conditioning in fun, ever-changing intervals. No fancy choreography to learn and you will never be bored with this total body workout. Be the master of muscle as you build endurance and strength. Raise the bar and challenge yourself to achieve a new level of fitness. Say goodbye to those extra calories and say HELLO to our Circuit Challenge Class! Brigng a towel, lots of water, and the desire to work up a sweat! Athletic shoes with good suport are a must! Jazz Dance Learn beginning Jazz routines to your favorite Broadway Classics-Chorus Line, Cats, Grease, My Fair Lady and other great musicals! Muscle Works A strength training workout utilizing hand weights, body bars, resistance tubing and your own body weight to improve muscular strength in all major muscle groups. Learn how to work each muscle group separately. Learn proper form, understand sets, and repetitions while you strengthen and tone up! Round-Abouts Walking Maintain your health and level of activity by joining our fun indoor walking program. Enjoy walking in the climate controlled and carpeted hallways around the ballroom. This program is free and open to all seniors 50 years of age and older. Check in with Judy in the ballroom. Salsa Cardio A High energy workout with non-stop fun! Enjoy a spicy combination of easy to follow latin dance steps that will have you moving from a rumba to cha-chas while burning fat and toning muscles. Warm-up, stretch and dance to fun Latin dance patterns. Learn the latest dance steps in salsa, rumba, cha-cha, Meregue and others! Sit & Fit This class is designed to improve joint range of motion, increase flexibility, maintain muscle strength, improve posture, balance and increase endurance. Exercises are mostly performed seated. This class is free for everyone! Tap & Tone Tone up, release stress and tension while kicking up your heels, tapping your feet and and having loads of fun! This class is a total body workout increasing circulation and muscle tone. Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing. Please note there are different class levels and times on the schedule. T'ai Chi On-Going Individuals who have completed the T'ai Chi Movement Improvement Class may attend this 45 minutes workout based on the exercises they haved already learned. Only Individuals who have completed the Movement Improvement class will be allowed to participate. Yoga Start your day relaxed and energized with this introduction to yoga workout. Learn the fundamental principals of alignment and breath in basic poses. Yoga is appropriate for just about everyone. Postures are broken down into easy to follow components and combined with breath work, meditation and relaxation to strenghen & revitalize the body. Hardcore Cardio Kick Start your weekend off right! This high impact aerobic class is fast moving cardiovascular exercise geared towards individuals who can handle a higher end class. Lost of stepping, kickboxing and jumping with strength building weigh work to round it off. Come prepared to sweat and get a great workout! Biggest Loser Want to be a big loser? Got a class made just for you! Join us for Biggest Loser Aerobics and we'll give you the incentive you need to lose those extra pounds! Or join us just to improve your exercise routine! Those wishing to lose weight, bring $5 to the first class. A kitty will be started and the individual who loses the most weight over 12 weeks will win the kitty! Each week we will weigh in. For every pound you gain, you owe a buck. Don't want to lose weight? Just want to improve your exercise routine? Great join us; you can sign up for class without being involved in the incentive program. This class will be low impact, no intricate choreography to learn, all you have to do is keep moving and have fun!
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