Class Descriptions

Ab Express/Meridian Abs Express 
Designed to target your torso working all aspects of the abs and back, sculpting your abs into shape and strengthening your core, which is the key to your overall strength.  If you are new to abdominal training, some of the exercises will be challenging, so make sure you pace yourself and modify as needed.  Meridian Abs Express: uses natural, full body motions from disciplines like dance and martial arts.  It targets the core to work with the whole body.  Eclectic and enjoyable music along with its unique movements makes this an effective and fun workout experience.

Cardio Contact Boxing
Traditional boxing techniques are combined with contemporary strength training concepts to form a high octane integrated cardio workout.  Heavy bags, medicine balls, and BOSU trainers are used in a "circuit style" format to round off this fitness experience.  Boxing gloves are provided. Wraps are recommended.  All fitness levels welcome.

Body Blast & Body Blast Challenge
Blast your body in all directions by incorporating hi-lo cardio, calisthenics,plyometric and body conditioning exercises.  A total body workout that targets all large muscle groups, plus the core for a super calorie burning experience!

Body Conditioning (BC)
A total body workout designed for improving overall body strength and muscular tone.  Stronger muscles mean building up more lean body mass, turning the body into a better calorie-burning machine.  Many of these strength exercises you can take to the gym floor for your own workouts.  You will definitely notice strength changes for the core, and the upper and lower body.

Body Sculpt
This class focuses on stength/endurance conditioning lighter weights and greater repetitions make this a great workout for those getting started in resistance training.  All body parts will play a part in this morning calorie burning workout.  A great way to wake up the body.

Cardio Sculpt
Work up a sweat and burn fat using various components of hi-low aerobic moves, and strength training moves.  A diversity of equipment is used to get the heart rate up, the muscles working and the calories burning. The class is equally divided into two segments of cardio and strength with a little core in the mix. Great for all levels.

Cardio Core Ball Mix
Designed for those who enjoy a cardio workout using hi/lo aerobic moves, core and strength exercises with the stability ball.  This class guarantees to burn calories while toning arms, abs and legs by carrying and sitting on the ball through flowing continuous movements.  All levels are welcome.

Precision Cycling (some cycling classes require advance sign-up.  See front desk)
This power packed 45-minute workout is designed to get your heart pumping and the calories burning like no other class. You will also learn riding techniques that you can take along with you to the great outdoors. Be ready to be energized!

Pilates
Pilates mat floor exercises based on the principles of Joseph Pilates that are designed to work the deepest muscles in the body by strengthening and stretching the musculature from the shoulder girdle through the hips and working on balance, posture and increase core strength.  Pilates with Props:uses balls, resistance bands, magic rings and body bars adding more of a challenge to the traditional mat class.  Pilates in Motion: a barefoot seamless blend of invigorating cardio dance fusion with Pilates standing and mat exercises.  This fun upbeat class will boost the heart rate and help strengthens the core.

Pilates Chair - MVe (Fee Based)
The perfect fusion of Pilates and strength training! Each student works with an MVe fitness chair, similar to a Wunda chair in design. Core exercises are the focus, mat and strength training exercises combined into a fun and challenging small group class format.  Sign up for class at the front desk.  This small group format allows for lots of one-on-one attention to ensure proper form for a more effective workout.

Private Pilates (Fee Based)

In a private Pilates session an instructor will work one-on-one with you, personalizing a workout plan to help you achieve your personal fitness goals.  A private session involves utilizing Pilates equipment (Reformer/Chair) and mat exercises. A Private session is by appointment. Check with front desk for rates and instructors availability.

Yoga

Yoga Basics: emphasis on developing a strong foundation through basic yoga basics yoga poses, breathing, flexibility and relaxation. 

Chill Yoga: explores traditional Hatha poses to restore and renew the body and muscles.

Core Strength: challenging yoga with particular emphasis on alignment and building core strength through holding poses for maximum duration.  

Slow Flow & Flow: Vinyasa style yoga. Yoga poses linked with the breath to create a continuous flow workout, promoting strength and flexibility. Slow Flow (easy to moderate), Flow (moderate).

Zumba & Zumba for Kids!     Zumbatonic! Ages 6-12  $10 per class Starts 9/19/2011...
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music - dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective workout.  The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body, combining easy to follow dance moves.  You will move your arms, hips and feet in all directions while getting your groove on.  No dance experience required, just your desire to move!