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Classes at the Lavins Activity Center

 

These scheduled classes are ongoing unless otherwise noted. See monthly schedule for days and times.  If this is your first time attending, it is strongly suggested that you arrive 15 minutes earlier than class is scheduled.
(Note:  A Class Membership is required for participation in classes.)

Body Toning with Weights Taught by Jane Blahut
Monday’s, Wednesday’s, Friday’s                                                   6:00-7:00 A.M.

This class is beneficial to both men and women.  You will tone all the major muscle groups to help you lose unwanted pounds and inches.  Muscle is your "fat burning machinery."

 

Body X-Cellence Taught by Beverly Ruskus
Monday’s, Wednesday’s                                                                   6:30-7:30 P.M.

This class involves 20 minutes of low impact movements. The rest of the time is spent on weight training the arms and legs. Abdominal and back work is included followed by relaxation and stretch. Working at one’s own pace is encouraged. 

  

Group Indoor Cycling Taught by Jane Blahut, Mary Lufty, Carrie Moore & Cristi Henderson
Tuesday’s, Thursday's                                           6:00-6:45 A.M. & 6:40-7:25 P.M.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday                                                          8:30-9:15 A.M.
Saturday’s                                                                                     7:00-8:00 A.M.

We will guide you through a challenging ride and build endurance and leg strength. This is a popular class. To reserve a bike, you can call after 12 P.M. (noon) the day prior to class. Be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes early, for bike setup and instruction. *Limited to available bikes.

 

Yoga-Lates Taught by Mary Walsh
Wednesday's  (in the lounge)                                                         9:15-10:15 A.M.

We will be using various kinds of equipment: Resist-a-Ball, light weights and other resistance equipment to reach a higher state of conditioning.  The workout begins with a warm up and then moves on to a combination of yoga, pilates and weights.  No intense cardio.

 

Power Yoga Taught by Mary Walsh/Carrie Moore
Monday’s, Wednesday’s                                                                  7:40-8:40 P.M.
Tuesday’s, Thursday’s                                                                  9:30-10:15 A.M.

This class is physically challenging with flowing sequence of yoga postures.  It is designed to enhance strength with flexibility, while reducing stress and invoking a sense of calmness and inner peace.

 

Mobile Body Taught by Beverly Ruskus
Tuesdays, Thursday's                                                                  11:30-12:30 P.M.

This is an ideal class for seniors, beginners and those who want to work at a lower intensity and strength.  It’s a complete workout that will encompass movement from mobility to a slow stretch. It’s an ideal class for seniors.

 

Tai Chi Taught by Arlene Wetherby
Monday’s  (in the lounge)                                                              12:30-1:30 P.M.
Tuesday's (in the lounge)                                                                6:30-7:30 P.M.

A famous tradition of “soft style” Chinese martial arts. This training concentrates on relaxed breathing techniques, looseness, coordination, stability and balance to generate power for self-defense applications.

 

Body Sculpting Taught by Mary Walsh 
Tuesday’s, Thursday's                                                                     8:30-9:15 A.M.

This class is designed to strengthen the major muscles, stabilizers and assistors of the body. It will help you create a balance of strength and flexibility necessary to maintain a healthy active lifestyle. All levels welcomed.

 

Zumba! taught by Terri McCartney
Monday & Friday                                                                          9:30-10:30 A.M.

This class combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves so you can dance away your worries!  Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International, music—dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system.

 

Cardio Mix taught by Cristi Henderson
Wednesday            9:20-10:20am

Mix up your workout with a variety of cardio that will keep you moving! This class will alternate intervals of intermediate cardio with glutes and abs for a full body workout. Open to all fitness levels.

 

 

 

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