We’ll get you motivated and keep you moving with our group exercise classes – you’re guaranteed to find something that will keep you coming back for more.
General group exercise classes, including strength, flexibility, step, and spinning classes, are free to all members. Mind/Body classes, including several levels of Yoga and Physio-Pilates, are free for Health Center members and offered at a small fee to general members.
For more information on group exercise classes, call Beth McCullough at (614) 559-6207.
Group Exercise Class Descriptions
Trim-N-Tone Classes
Ab Lab: A 15 minute ab & lower back workout!
Awesome Arms: A 15-minute total arm workout using resistance tubes and dumbbells.
Cardio BLT: Get your heart and lower body pumping in a whole new way with this challenging, fun class. This class will include dynamic strengthening moves using props such as a weighted bar, a step, stability ball and more!
Chair Fit: A gentle, 30-minute chair-based program designed for those with physical limitations. This class is generally held in the main lobby of the Center
Forever Fit: Incorporates stretching, strength training and low-impact aerobics in a class designed especially for seniors.
Step It Up: 45 minutes of step aerobics followed by 15 minutes of deep muscle conditioning focusing on the “Power House,” or core muscles!
Step Xpress: 30 minutes of basic step. Learn basic moves and terminology so you can adjust the workout to your fitness level. A great pre-natal or postpartum workout.
T.B.C.: Total Body Conditioning – a fusion of fun, interval cardio training and dynamic muscle sculpting in a 60 minute boot camp style class.
Trim & Tone Express: A 30 minute workout using a variety of equipment including thera-tubes, bands, weights and balls for a full body strength workout. Appropriate for all fitness levels!
Spinning Classes
Spin 2 C.T.: 20 minutes of Spinning followed by a 40-minute full body workout composed of individual stations working all major muscle groups, interspersed with cardio and ab work. The idea is to work toward complete muscle fatigue. Upbeat music and stations geared toward your needs will have you coming back for more!
Spinning: An intense 45- or 60-minute class that will help build endurance and challenge your lower body strength. Using music and imagery, this workout is fun and motivating. No two classes are alike, so try them all!
Spinning Xpress: An intense cycling workout in only 30 minutes!
Spin to Yoga: A challenging 60-minute class consisting of 30 minutes of spinning followed by 30 minutes of yoga, emphasizing core (abs, back, hips) strengthening as well as stretching the muscles used in Spinning.
Yoga and Pilates Classes
Ashtanga Yoga: “Power Yoga,” characterized by an athletic series of postures linked together in a continuous flow with emphasis on breathing. A challenging workout – not for beginners or those with physical limitations! Cost is $6 per class for general members.
Mat Pilates: Lengthen and strengthen core (back, abs, hips, inner thigh) muscles using your own body weight as resistance. Various equipment is used, such as large balls, small balls, light weight, and tubes. All fitness levels welcome. This is a great postpartum workout! Cost is $6 per class for general members.
Mat Pilates Challenge: Take your core strength to the next level in this class! We will use the large stability ball, small pilates ball, and various other fitness “toys.” Not for beginners, those with shoulder or back injuries or physical limitations.
Morning Medley: A 40-minute class combining a Yoga-Style warm-up with muscle sculpting and toning for the arms, core and legs.
Multi-Level Yoga: Gentle yoga to improve muscle, joint and back health – a form of hatha yoga. Less strenuous than Ashtanga, but still intense enough to build strength and endurance. A typical class will include strength, stretching, balance work and savasana. Beginners are welcome! We recommend that members have their own yoga mat (may be purchased at the JCC. Cost is $6 per class for general members.
Slow Burn: (Formerly known as Physio Pilates) Challenge your strength with this “mind/body” workout! Uses dumbbells, large and small balls to build overall body strength with an emphasis on core strength and balance.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga: An ever-changing series of postures linked together by breath and a series of connected postures called a “vinyasa.” Each class will have a different focus, so come and try them all!
Notes:
Schedule is subject to change. Classes with fewer than 6 participants for 3 consecutive weeks will be canceled.
Please arrive to class on time. Warm ups are essential – don’t risk injury!
