Fitness Services | Low Impact | Cardiovascular | Strength Training

FALL 2010 SCHEDULE

FITNESS SERVICES FOR MEMBERS

BABY-SITTING
M-F: 9-10:15 am, 10:15-11:30 am
M, W: 5:15-6:30 pm, 6:30-7:45 pm
This service may be utilized while parents participate in fitness classes or exercise in the facility. This program is staffed by trained volunteers. Registration is available 48 hours in advance. Space is limited so register in advance.

FITNESS ORIENTATION
Orientation is designed to familiarize you with exercise equipment available at the Y. Our professional fitness staff will teach you how to safely and effectively use Cybex, Cardio and Free Weight equipment. Each member is entitled to one free orientation.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT (15 minutes)
$5
A fitness specialist will provide valuable information about your ideal body weight, body fat percentage and provide suggestions based on your body fat and weight to height ratio. This is a great way to establish a base line when you are starting your workout routine as well as great way to track your progress after you start your workout plan.

PERSONAL TRAINING
$25/hour OR $90 for 4 sessions
Meet with a certified Personal Trainer to discuss personal fitness goals, fitness level, and health risks to develop a program customized for you. This One-on-One goal-oriented session is designed to motivate, while emphasizing proper technique.

HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM
$40
Exercise & Weight Loss Presentation: 9/7: 6:30-7 pm
Healthy Shopping Tour with Dietitian at Hannaford (Rindge, NH): 9/25: 9-10:15 am
The Healthy Living Program promotes a healthy lifestyle through proper nutrition and exercise habits. Fitness professionals offer guidance while individuals challenge each other to lose weight through safe, healthy, recommended methods to achieve group and individual goals. Fee includes: presentations, a health assessment (see description); a private personal training session, weekly check-ups with fitness staff; a program Tshirt; and a free gift.

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LOW IMPACT

AQUAEROBICS (1 hour)
M, W, F: 8:30 am with Jackie & Cherie
T, TH: 6:30 pm with Barbara
This class offers the ultimate in no impact cardiovascular work. By working against the resistance of the water, you can achieve both strength conditioning as well as the benefits of a high impact workout. No swimming skills required!

MOVIN’ N GROOVIN’ (1/2 hour)
TH: 10:30 am with Grace
This 30 minute entry level class is a great way to get started on your healthier lifestyle. The routines are easy to follow. After a brief warm-up the instructor will increase and decrease the intensity of the workout by using different moves and exercises at different speed and intensity.

GENTLE YOGA (1 hour)
T, TH: 6:30 pm with Lori
This class uses traditional Yoga poses to emphasize the blending of spirit, mind and body. This no-impact class is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels for a stronger, healthier, more balanced you.

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CARDIOVASCULAR (1 hour)

STEP AEROBICS
M: 9:15 am with Laurie
Join us for the fun and energetic Step Routines! Increase or decrease the intensity of your cardio workout by adjusting height of the step and modifying arm and leg movements given by the instructors.

CARDIO KICKBOXING
W: 9:15 am with Laurie
Cardio Kickboxing blends high-power exercise routines that strengthen the body and mind, decrease stress and hone reflexes while increasing endurance and cardiovascular power. A typical cardio kickboxing routine involves a series of repetitive punches hand strikes, kicks, etc. The repetitions help participants focus on proper technique while engaging several muscles groups and getting a fierce cardiovascular workout.

ZUMBA
F: 9:15 with Laurie
M, W: 6:30 pm with Kristen & Laurie
Ditch the workout, join the Party! This fitness class features a fusion of Latin and International music with exciting cardio interval dance routines designed to tone and sculpt the body. No prior dance experience is necessary!

GROUP CYCLING
T & TH: 6 am with Veronika
Group Cycling consists of 45-50 minutes of riding time and 15 minutes preparing, stretching, etc. Bikes allow the rider to go from easy riding to climbing hills, doing intervals or spinning out. The instructor will provides tips on how to set, adjust and maintain the bikes as well as proper riding technique to prevent discomfort and maximize your workout.

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STRENGTH TRAINING (45 minutes)

PILATES
M, W: 5:30 pm with Jennifer
F: 6:15 am with Veronika
This challenging class offers exercises that concentrate on strengthening and lengthening all muscles while focusing on the core (mid-section) to help stabilize the body and improve posture. Progress at your own pace while instructor provides modifications and introduces new exercises at each class. Elastic bands, stability balls and body weight are all utilized.

STRENGTH CONDITIONING
M, W: 6:15 am with Veronika
T, TH: 8:30 am with Laurie
A popular alternative to the Weight Room, this class addresses muscular strength and endurance, increased flexibility and overall improvement in posture. Elastic bands, stability balls, weight bars, hand weights and body weight are all utilized to get your muscles burning.

ZUMBA (PLUS TONING)
T, TH: 5:30 with Mary Lee
This class gives traditional toning a new spin by setting light weight training to rhythm for a fun and effective workout. The exercises are set to Latin dance and Hip-hop hits. Sculpt your body and have a blast doing it!

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