Fitness Instructional Programs

Fall 2008 FIP Class Schedule

Belly Dancing I
Belly Dancing II
Body Sculpt
Cardio Sculpt
Circuit Training
F.I.T. Fusion
Gentle Yoga (Stability Focus)
Lunchtime Pilates and Abs
Lunchtime Yoga
Lunch Zumba
Pilates and Abs
Social Dance I
Social Dance II
Yoga-Lates
Zumba

Belly Dancing I

Improve self-expression and fitness by mastering this ancient dance form. Each class includes warm-up exercises and participants will learn basic Belly Dance steps, techniques, finger cymbals, and veil techniques. A special function will be held where you may dance or watch others perform! Required purchase: finger cymbals, veil, and hip scarf. (No Middle Eastern Dance History will be taught during the summer session).

Belly Dancing II

Come and learn the movements and steps of this ancient art form. You not only learn how to express yourself through dance, but also how to connect yourself with the Universe that surrounds us. Additionally, this activity will help you burn calories and stimulate your digestive system which speeds metabolism! Welcome to all fitness levels.

This class is an all over body workout. You tone and firm your body while gaining strength and building muscle! Build that muscle and get your metabolism revving! Try the agility circuits using specialty equipment, and see some major changes in your body. 60 minutes

Start your day with the best of both worlds! Enjoy both a cardio workout and strength training in one class. The certified instructor alternates intervals of athletic-based, easy-to-follow cardio drills followed by strength training segments. Beginners and experienced exercisers benefit from this type of training.

Circuit training is a wonderful way to get a total body workout in and really crank up the fat burning zones. This class will utilize our Matrix fitness equipment. This equipment is top of the line and designed specifically to target all of you muscle groups. The class will be lead by a certified personal trainer that will ensure you are using proper technique and exercise design that will produce optimal results! If your goal is to add lean muscle mass and burn some serious calories, then this is for you!

A new “Hybrid” class that is extremely action packed and fun for all levels of fitness!  It will consist of traditional muscle sculpting, Yoga and Pilates with a twist of functional training that focuses mainly on the core. 

This gentler, slower paced practice makes it more accessible to people of all sizes, ages, and fitness levels.  The class removes any fears or challenges in doing yoga, while it also assists with stress reduction and weight management. It creates an atmosphere of safety and comfort that fosters self-esteem and body awareness.

What a great way to spend your lunch break! Strengthen your core, increase flexibility, tone and shape your upper and lower body. Pilates will make you look taller, look slimmer and be more relaxed. It’s a great way to build strength without adding bulk.

Yoga that is designed for any level of student from beginner to advanced. Students learn how to find where postural imbalances occur in their structures, loosen tight muscles, and strengthen weak ones. Each student learns how to gain more awareness of the body and how to reach its optimum strength. Students perceive more openness as they find correct alignments in the postures. No experience necessary.

Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. It is based on the principle that a workout should be "fun and easy to do" allowing Zumba participants to stick to the Zumba Fitness program and achieve long-term health benefits. Zumba is a “feel-happy” workout that is great for both the body and the mind.

Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body. With systematic practice of specific exercises coupled with focused breathing patterns Pilates provides you with an all encompassing workout combining both rejuvenation and relaxation!

Several dancing styles are reviewed in this class, including Foxtrot, Swing, Cha-Cha, or C/W Two-Step. The participants will choose two dances on the first night of class. Dancers will learn new footwork and moves with lots of practice and individual attention. This class is for the new dancer and the basic dancer looking to improve what you already know and make dance more fun! Individuals must register with a dance partner. Pricing is based per individual. No experience necessary!

This class is for dancers who have completed the Social Dance Styling class or those who have some dance experience and want to take it to the next level. Several dancing styles are reviewed in this class, including Foxtrot, Swing, Cha-Cha, and C/W Two-Step. The participants will choose two dances on the first night of class. Dancers will learn new footwork and moves with lots of practice and individual attention. The objective of this class is to improve what you already know and make dance more fun! Individuals must register with a dance partner. Pricing is based per individual.

An outstanding hybrid class that will strengthen your core, increase flexibility, tone and shape your upper and lower body. Yoga-Lates will make you look taller, look slimmer and be more relaxed. What a great way to build strength without adding bulk.

Come see what everyone is talking about. The most fun you will ever have burning calories. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music - dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Great for everyone!