Exercise and Fitness Classes
"Our growing softness, our increasing lack of physical fitness, is a menace to our security. "
-- John F. Kennedy
Adapted Fitness
This program, for persons with physical disabilities, is designed to improve cardiovascular health and endurance, increase muscular strength and toning, and refine flexibility and range of motion.
IAge: 18+
Adult Karate
This is the traditional Japanese style of Karate, which incorporates the culture, philosophy, history and language. You will develop self confidence and mental discipline.l
Age: 16+
Want the whole family to exercise together? Try one of our parent/child Karate classes.
Aerobic Kick Boxing
This class is great for toning muscles, strengthening your cardiovascular system and losing weight. You will also learn self defense techniques. Bring cloth fist pads to class.
Age: 16+
NEW! Boot Camp
Boot Camp works your entire body, heart, and muscles by going from one exercise to another with no rest. The workouts involve calisthenics, pushups, jumping jacks, crunches, and other body weight exercises. The difference lies in the intensity. Your challenge is to take your body to its limit. You work, you sweat and, best of all, you burn lots of calories. You work your whole body in a short period of time. Each exercise is different so you don't get bored. You can fit this workout into a busy schedule because you can do it anywhere with little equipment and it can be as challenging as you want it to be. Session is 8 meetings.
Age:
18+
Hatha Yoga
This a blend of traditional and non- traditional Hatha Yoga. You will focus on breathing, flexibility, endurance, strength and relaxation. Work at you own level. Wear loose clothing and bring a large towel to class. Session is 10 meetings.
Age: 16+
Pilates For Beginners
Pilates is a type of body conditioning that uses your own body’s natural resistance to strengthen, tone and stretch your abdominal, back and leg muscles, improving your posture, building stronger and more flexible muscles and increasing your energy. Students need to bring a mat with them to class. Session is 8 meetings.
Age:16+
NEW! Weight Training Circuit
This class is ideal for those who want to build muscle strength. It is a ½ hour circuit workout that will burn calories and increase your endurance. We will lift for 30 minutes in a lively environment rotating quickly after completing a set to maximize our half hour workout. You’ll feel results after one workout and see results in a few weeks. You’ll have more energy throughout the day and burn more calories just sitting around due to your increase in muscle mass. Session is 20 meetings.
Age: 18+
Registration Required.
Yoga
Learn deep relaxation techniques and basic yoga positions. Enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well being by learning this restorative exercise. Session is 8 weeks.
Age: 16+
(There is also a drop-in Yoga class for seniors held at the Kirk center.)