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Class Descriptions

Classes are included in membership (unless otherwise noted). We have all equipment you need - just bring yourself and be prepared to have some fun! Reservations for classes are not required (unless otherwise noted).

CARDIOVASCULAR AND STRENGTH TRAINING CLASSES

3,2,1 Blast Off
30 minutes of athletic style cardiovascular conditioning, 20 minutes of strength and plyometrics and 10 minutes of sports stretch for flexibility.

AquaLogix
The total body workout includes upper body hand bells and lower body ankle fins to deliver a full body workout that increases muscle tone and strength while burning fat and providing dynamic conditioning.

Bodyblast
This early morning class maximizes your time by allowing you to get your cardio AND your strength training in for the day.  The first 30 minutes are devoted to full intensity cardio to upbeat & motivating music.  Lower intensity options are always demonstrated, so all levels are welcome!  The last 30  minutes is a BODYPUMP express class which ends with abs and a cool-down.  It's a one stop class! .

BODYPUMP®
The revolutionary new weight training workout in a group fitness setting using barbells with adjustable weights, set to motivating music. This is a simple athletic based workout that strengthens, tones and defines every major muscle group in your body...ideal for beginners right through to experienced exercisers.

Boxing Bootcamp
Need to relieve some stress? Try a boxing class and knock out your daily stressors. You are guaranteed to break a sweat.

Cardio Circuit
A high intense cardio/interval/weight training class.  All levels are welcome.

Cardio, Core & More
Try this great twist on fitness training to jump start your fitness goals.  This class will use a variety of cardiovascular and strength exercises to burn fat and bust boredom.  Class will include various pieces of equipment in a group setting.

Metabolic Meltdown
  A challenging full body workout designed to get you leaner and stronger while improving cardiovascular conditioning.  Cardio bursts, athletic drills and strength exercises will send you away feeling PUMPED!! .

Movers and Shakers
Combine fun and fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work using hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, head to toe stretching, and complete relaxation in a comfortable position.

Muscle Fusion
Improve muscle definition and increase your metabolic rate!  This class may use any combination of barbells, dumbbells, balls, bosus and resistance tupbes for the ultimate resistance training experience.

Physique Express
This cardio/strength class will challenge you by alternating cardio intervals with high intensity drills and short recovery breaks.  Train your body to be a fat burning machine.

SilverSneakers®  - Muscular Strength & Range of Movement
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

Steptastic
A precisely choreographed step class to guarantee a FANTASTIC STEPTASTIC workout.

Tabata Training
20 seconds of intense work followed by 10 seconds of active rest.  Fire up your endorphins with Tabatas.  Increase you metabolic rate and your aerobic capacity.  Low impact and high impact options, all levels are welcome.  Classes will focus or aerobics, core, and strength..

Totally Pumped
Strengthen, tone and work every major muscle group with barbells and weights.

Training Day
Begin or end your day with a complete outdoors exercise class that conditions the body using weight training, gymnastics and metabolic workouts to transform  your body and aid in your other athletic endeavors.  We will increase your stamina and endurance while sculpting your body.  This class is about an hour in duration.

Zumba
The hottest new workout at the WAC.  Come dance away the pounds and have fun at the same time.

 

INDOOR CYCLING CLASSES

Powerpacing/Sunrise Spin/Ultimate Cycle
Class names are based on instructor certification. An intense cardiovascular workout incorporating a variety of cycling drills. Towel and water are mandatory; heart rate monitors are recommended - available in the proshop!


SPECIALTY CLASSES

Fencing
Learn to fence with John Rea! A 6-week Adult Intro Class is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30pm. A Kids (10-15) Intro Class is held Wednesdays at 6:30pm. The Fencing Club is held Tues & Thurs 7:30-9pm. Sign up and start at any time at the Reception Desk. Non-members welcome.

 

PILATES AND YOGA CLASSES

 

Basic Flow
This class brings basic flow sequences, flow postures, and breathing techniques to your mat with a focus on compassion and non-competition. You will build flexibility, strength and balance. Variations and modifications will be offered. Basic flow is perfect for those who wish to maintain and build on the strength and flexibility of their existing practice with mindfulness and intention.

Basic Yoga
An introduction to classic yoga postures with a gentle approach. A great place to begin your yoga practice.

Gentle Pilates/Yoga
An introductory mat class (exercises are done on the floor using a yoga mat). Pilates principles are used to strengthen the core (abdominals, lower back and buttocks) and yoga poses are used to enhance overall flexibility. Concludes with a relaxation segment.

Fitness/Power Yoga
This is not just a stretch class. A contemporary approach bringing cardiovascular and sports conditioning elements to the traditional yoga class.  Yoga experience level 2 or higher required.

Hot/Flow Yoga
This is a vinyasa based class focusing on linking breath with movement.  Most of the postures in this class are pulled from the ashtanga sequence.  You can expect to sweat and physically work but there is always an emphasis on being gentle and finding relaxation in the midst of effort.

Mat Pilates
The focus of Mat Pilates is core conditioning. This class is similar to our Fitness Yoga class with less cardiovascular emphasis. This class is challenging, but you will spend most of the hour on the floor.

Open Yoga
A Hatha yoga based practice that concentrates on attitude, alignment and action to bring an optimum flow of enery and awareness to help protect and heal muscles, joints and the back.  Open to all levels.

Tai Chi
For relaxation, good balance, good health and ease of motion.  Comfortable clothing and shoes.  No floor exercises.

Yoga Core
Flow yoga with emphasis on our core muscles

Vinyasa Yoga
In this class we will explore the ways in which we can find grace through the flow of movements. You will learn to link your breath with your movements and to bring your body and mind in harmony through your breath. Yogis of all abilities are welcome.

PILATES STUDIO (REFORMER/MACHINE) CLASSES 

Pilates Studio Classes

**All Classes in the Studio are an extra charge**

The WAC Pilates Studio offers pilates training on the IM=X brand reformer tables. The 55-minute guided workout sessions incorporate traditional principals of pilates along with more athletically oriented concepts of strength and flexibility training. Joy, the Studio Director, will be with you every step of the way to help you improve your overall strength, body tone and flexibility. With regular workouts, one can expect an increase in their overall core and abdominal strength. Benefits of practicing reformer Pilates include improved posture, reduced low back pain, stress reduction and 400-500 calories burned per session. The classes are a fast paced, fun and economical way to get a total body workout with a trainer's assistance. There are a variety of time slots and packages available. To find out more or to set up an appointment, please contact Joy at 343-5950x210.