Health & Fitness Classes for September to December 2009

FOR YOUR HEALTH...
CPR TRAINING  10yrs & up • $31

American Heart Association “Heartsaver” course covering adult, child, infant CPR and Heimlich, recovery position, signs of angina, heart attack and (strokes) brain attacks. School age children must be accompanied by an enrolled adult. This class fulfills “Heartsaver,” Health Care Provider (re-certification) and Foster Care CPR. Wear loose, casual clothing. $3 material fee payable at class. Instructor: Burton

50796 • Sa • 9am-1pm • 9/12         Houghton

50797 • Sa • 9am-1pm • 10/3         Houghton

50795 • Sa • 9am-1pm • 11/7         Houghton

 

FOR YOUR FITNESS...

NEW GROUP FITNESS TRAINING           18yrs & up • $See below

Come join the Hottest and Latest high energy workout with a Certified Personal Trainer, geared to tone your upper body, lean out your legs, and tighten your stomach!! A Combo class with the latest in cutting edge, Cardio, Strength-training, and flexibility workouts. Includes interval training which combines strength & aerobic exercises for a great cardio and strength training workout. Providing health & fitness tips, nutrition & optional measurements. Instructor: Cooper

50798 • Sa • 10-11am • 9/5-9/26 ($55)                            Chavez

50799 • Sa • 10-11am •10/3-10/24 ($55)                          Chavez

50800 • Sa • 10-11am •11/7-11/28($55)                           Chavez

50801 • M• 7:15-8:15p F• 5:30-6:30p• 9/14-10/9  ($99)      Pan Am

50802 • M• 7:15-8:15p F• 5:30-6:30p• 10/19-11/13($99)     Pan Am

 

NEW STEP AEROBICS  16yrs & up • $15/month

This class is a fun exhilarating aerobic workout using the step platform. The instructor will guide you through a creative easy to follow routine for a challenging workout. Get ready to sweat & burn tons of body fat. $4 Walk in fee available.

50803 • W • 6-7pm • 9/2-9/30            Chavez

50804 • W • 6-7pm • 10/7-10/28         Chavez

50805 • W • 6-7pm • 11/7-11/25         Chavez


NEW
FITNESS WALKING  18yrs & up • $30

Walking is one of the easiest ways a person can become physically fit because it can be done almost anytime and anywhere with no equipment. This makes it easier than most forms of exercise. Strollers Welcome. Instructor: Jeri Carter

50806 • M/W • 9-10am •9/2-9/30          El Dorado

50807 • M/W • 9-10am •10/5-10/28      El Dorado

50808 • M/W • 9-10am •11/2-11/30      El Dorado

50809 • Tu/Th • 9-10am •9/1-9/29        Whaley

50810 • Tu/Th • 9-10am •10/1-10/29     Whaley

50811 • Tu/Th • 9-10am •11/3-11/30     Whaley

 

NEW TOUGH TIME BOOT CAMP 18yrs & up • $80

An extensive workout regime that allows people to enhance their physical abilities. Each week of training provides principles which cause the individual to increase their endurance and to help in daily activities such as walking, bending, reaching, standing or just having fun. (12-mtgs) Taught by Certified Fitness Instructor Kendrick. *No class 9/7, 11/27

50812 • M/W/F • 6-7am • 9/2-9/30*          Silverado

50813 • M/W/F • 6-7am • 10/5-10/30        Silverado

50814 • M/W/F • 6-7am • 11/2-11/30*       Silverado

50815 • M/W/F • 7-8pm • 9/2-9/30*          Silverado

50817 • M/W/F • 7-8pm • 10/5-10/30        Silverado

50818 • M/W/F • 7-8pm • 11/2-11/30*       Silverado

 

CARDIO KICKBOXING  18yrs & up • $29

Join us for this high-energy workout! The power of kickboxing will help increase your cardiovascular fitness as you burn fat, tone and slim your body, and have fun using kicks, punches, knee strikes and more. Bring a mat for ab and floor exercises and water. (4-wk)
Instructor: Santy.

50821 • Th • 5:45-6:45pm • 9/10-10/1              Whaley

50822 • Th • 5:45-6:45pm • 10/15-11/12           Whaley

50820 • Th • 5:45-6:45pm •11/19-12/17            Whaley

 

LOVELY LEGS, GORGEOUS GLUTES

AWESOME ARMS & ABS   18yrs & up • $35/29

Tone & shape your upper and lower body with body weight and resistance exercises, a variety of cardio intervals, and stretching to elongate your muscles. Be prepared for a fun, challenging class that utilizes the 3 fitness components of strength, cardio, and flexibility. Bring mat, light dumbbells (2-5 lbs) & water. Instructor: Santy

50823 • Tu • 6-7pm • 9/8-10/6(5wk)         El Dorado W

50825 • Tu • 6-7pm • 10/20-11/17(5wk)    El Dorado W

50824 • Tu • 6-7pm • 11/24-12/15(4wk)    El Dorado W

 

NEW BODY SCULPTING  13yrs & up • $20/Month

This class incorporates aerobics and resistance exercises to today’s hottest music to strengthen and tone your entire body. A fun class for all fitness levels. Please bring a mat, light hand weights(2-5lbs) and water. $5 walk-in fee. Instructor: Hignite

50838 • Su • 9-10am • 9/6-9/27        El Dorado W

50839 • Su • 9-10am • 10/4-10/25     El Dorado W

50840 • Su • 9-10am • 11/1-11/29     El Dorado W

 

ZUMBA  15yrs & up • $35/mo

Zumba is a non-stop cardio party!  With exciting up-tempo music and high energy dance moves, you'll almost forget it's a workout. Zumba is fun and easy. Zumba utilizes the principles of aerobic intervals and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. Instructor: Zachua

50842 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 9/12-9/26        Recreation                     

50843 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 10/3-10/31       Recreation

50841 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 11/7-11/28       Recreation

 

STROLLER ROLLERS EXERCISE  18yrs & up • $30

This interactive class encourages parents to exercise in a supportive environment. The exercises taught include warm-up, walking, and stroller fitness exercises. This class focuses on keeping fit while spending quality time with your child. Related handouts will be provided. Participants will be encouraged to form a strong support network. Bring stroller, water bottle & blanket. (6-mtgs) Instructor: Kerry. *no class 11/25

50846 • W • 10-11am • 9/9-10/14      Mothers Beach

50845 • W • 10-11am • 11/4-12/16*   Mothers Beach


PREGNACY FITNESS   18yrs & up • $36

This interactive class encourages pregnant women to exercise in a supportive environment.  The exercises taught include breathing, stretching, walking, and gentle dance movements. Other relevant topics will be discussed and handouts provided.  Students will be encouraged to form a strong support network in preparation for childbirth. Bring water bottle and mat. (6-mtgs) Instructor: Kerry. *No class 11/26

50852 • Th • 5:15-6:15pm • 9/10-10/15       Recreation

50851 • Th • 5:15-6:15pm • 11/5-12/17*      Recreation

 

POWER TAE AEROBICS  13yrs & up • $40/month

Power Tae, created by Grand Master J.G. Park (Olympic Taekwondo Coach), is the fitness weight loss energizer of the new millennium combining essential elements of Taekwondo, aerobics, and boxing. If you like Tae-Bo®, you’ll love this class! Classes held at U.S. Taekwondo Academy in Lakewood (near Long Beach Town Ctr, 12233 Centralia). Instructor: Cynthia Markopulos, 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo.

50853 • Tu • 7-8pm & Sa • 8:30-9:30am • 9/1-9/29

50854 • Tu • 7-8pm & Sa • 8:30-9:30am • 10/3-10/31

50855 • Tu • 7-8pm & Sa • 8:30-9:30am • 11/3-11/28

 

AEROBICS LITE   18yrs & up • $32/mo

Great for starters! The music in this class has a slightly slower tempo. Evelyn works you with 15 min. of fun  aerobics, 12 min. hand weights, 15 more min. of aerobics. Each class ends with “proven” ab toning and muscle stretching. Please bring a mat, light hand weights (1-5 lbs), elastic tubing and water to class.  Continuous monthly sessions. $4 walk-in fee available. Instructor: Grauten. *No class 9/7,11/27.

50857 • M/W/F • 8:30-9:30am •9/2-9/30            Recreation

50858 • M/W/F • 8:30-9:30am • 10/2-10/30        Recreation

50859 • M/W/F • 8:30-9:30am • 11/2-11/30        Recreation

 

FUSION BODY CONDITIONING  18yrs & up • $38                

A combo mat class designed to get and keep your body in great shape! Includes therapeutic stretching, pilates core conditioning, beginning yoga, and an all over toning. Bring exercise mat. Instructor: Grauten. Recreation is located south of 7th street.

50862 • W/F • 9:45-10:45am • 9/9-10/9             Recreation

50863 • W/F • 9:45-10:45am • 10/14-11/13        Recreation

50864 • W/F • 9:45-10:45am • 11/18-12/18        Recreation

 

GOSPEL KICK AEROBICS  12yrs & up • $38/mo

A high-energy, fat-burning aerobics class with a beat that will focus on hips, thighs and abs with light weight toning. Join anytime. Get in shape; body, mind and soul. Bring steps, weights, towel, water and mat. Instructor: Latham.

50870 • M/Tu/F • 7-8pm • 9/1-9/29             DeForest

50871 • M/Tu/F • 7-8pm • 10/2-10/30          DeForest

50868 • M/Tu/F • 7-8pm • 11/2-11/30          DeForest

 

LO-IMPACT AEROBICS  18yrs & up • $24/mo

A fun, high-energy class with variations for all fitness levels. Use pilates mat exercises, sculpting and toning with weights to build strength and tone muscles. Circuit training format on Wed, combines aerobics and toning to increase cardiovascular endurance. Bring weights, mat and water. Continuous monthly sessions. Instructor: Bodnar. *No class 9/7

50877 • M/W • 5:30-6:30pm • 9/2-9/30        El Dorado W

50878 • M/W • 5:30-6:30pm • 10/5-10/28     El Dorado W

50876 • M/W • 5:30-6:30pm • 11/2-11/30     El Dorado W

 

TAI CHI-CHI KUNG 18yrs & up • $48

Ancient form of exercise developed to strengthen and connect mind and body through a series of movements called a form. When done daily you will reduce stress, increase strength and range of motion, and improve posture, balance and circulation. Come and experience for yourself. Instructor: Ahrend

50918 • Tu • 7-8:30pm • 9/1-10/13 Recreation

50919 • Tu • 8:45-10:15am • 9/1-10/13        Recreation

50920 • Tu • 7-8:30pm • 10/27-12/8             Recreation

50921 • Tu • 8:45-10:15am • 10/27-12/8       Recreation

50922 • Sa • 10:45-Noon • 9/5-10/17           Recreation

50923 • Sa • 10:45-Noon • 10/31-12/12       Recreation


TAI CHI/CHI KUNG 18yrs & up • $49

Discover and activate your internal energy (chi), through soft, flowing movements, meditation, breathing, and posture and mind intent. Reduce stress, tone muscles, improve flexibility, increase energy and develop a greater sense of well-being. (7-wks) Instructor: Winsberg.

50925 • Th • 7:30-8:30pm • 9/3-10/15                                     Bixby

50926 • Th • 7:30-8:30pm • 10/29-12/17 ( no class 11/26)        Bixby

 

PILATES 16yrs & up • $40

Pilates is a total body workout system that lengthens and strengthens muscles and develops flexibility and stamina. Along with traditional mat work, we recreate many exercises done on famous Pilates equipment, like the Reformer. A class for all fitness levels. Please bring mat and long belt or strap. (4-wks) *No class 9/5, 9/7, 9/9, 11/23, 11/25, 11/28. Instructor: Markley.

50927 • M • 6:30-7:30pm • 8/31-9/28*                 Bixby

50928 • M • 6:30-7:30pm • 10/12-11/2                 Bixby

50929 • M • 6:30-7:30pm • 11/16-12/14*              Bixby

50930 • W • 6-7pm • 9/2-9/30*                           Bixby

50931 • W • 6-7pm • 10/14-11/4                         Bixby

50932 • W • 6-7pm • 11/18-12/16*                      Bixby

50933 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 8/29-9/26*              Bixby

50934 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 10/10-10/31            Bixby

50935 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 11/14-12/12*           Bixby

 

PILATES ON THE BALL  16yrs & up • $40

Prerequisite: At least 4 of the regular Pilates mat class sessions. Take your Pilates further by using the balance ball. Exercises will emphasize core strength and stability, as well as flexibility. Bring an inflated, size appropriate balance ball, a yoga sticky mat, a long strap or belt, towel and a sense of humor to class. (4-wks) *No class 9/7, 11/23 Instructor: Markley.

50936 • M • 7:40-8:40pm • 8/31-9/28*                 Bixby

50937 • M • 7:40-8:40pm • 10/12-11/2                 Bixby

50938 • M • 7:40-8:40pm • 11/16-12/14*              Bixby

 

INTRO TO THE CHAKRA SYSTEM 18yrs & up • $59     

A journey into the seven main chakras. Begin self-discovery and self-healing while exploring these energy centers. Learn how to recognize where and why a dis-ease has manifested in the physical, emotional, and/or spiritual body. Discussion and sharing in a group setting provide a space in which everyone participating can benefit.

50940 • Sa •2-5pm • 9/5         El Dorado

50941 • Sa •2-5pm • 10/10     El Dorado

50942 • Sa •2-5pm • 11/7       El Dorado

 

YOGA FOR ENERGY (Beg)  18yrs & up • $70

Hatha yoga, stretching for greater flexibility, breathing techniques to strengthen and purify lungs. Meditation for peace of mind to release your stress and tension. Bring mat or blanket. (8-wks) Instructor: Irene.

50944 • M • 6:45-7:45pm • 8/31-10/19                El Dorado W

50945 • M • 6:45-7:45pm • 10/26-12/14              El Dorado W

50946 • M • 8-9pm • 8/31-10/19                         El Dorado W

50947 • M • 8-9pm • 10/26-12/14                       El Dorado W

50948 • W • 6:45-7:45pm • 9/2-10/21                 El Dorado W

50949 • W • 6:45-7:45pm • 10/28-12/16              El Dorado W

 

FLOWING YOGA: Int  18yrs & up • $70

“Yoga in the move.” The breath will be synchronized with each yoga pose, bringing warmth and heat into the body for greater flexibility and strength. This session concludes with relaxation as the body, mind & spirit become calm tranquil and peaceful. (8-wks) Instructor: Irene.

50962 • W • 8-9pm • 9/2-10/21               El Dorado W                     

50963 • W • 8-9pm • 10/28-12/16            El Dorado W

 

YOGA (Beg-Int)    18yrs & up • $80/60/50

A gentle yoga for all levels. Class begins with Kundalini breathing and focusing. Then moves into simple, classical and Iyengar techniques to stretch, build stamina, breathe deep & relax mind & body. Tones & strengthens the entire body from the inside out. Bring your mat & cloth strap and blocks. Beginners welcome. (8/6/5-wks) Instructor: Rosanne. *No class 11/26

50964 • Tu • 6-7:30pm • 9/1-10/20(8wk)             Whaley

50965 • Th • 9-10:30am • 9/3-10/22(8wk)           Whaley

50966 • Th • 5:30-7pm • 9/3-10/22(8wk)             Bixby

50967 • Tu • 6-7:30pm • 11/3-12/8(6wk)             Whaley

50968 • Th • 9-10:30am • 11/5-12/10*(5wk)        Whaley

50969 • Th • 5:30-7pm • 11/5-12/10*(5wk)          Bixby

 

INTRO TO YOGA WORKSHOP  14yrs & up • $25                

These one-day workshops offer the beginner a perfect place to start their yoga practice. Basic postures and simple breathing techniques will be practiced and discussed. All materials are provided. Downtown,Yoga World, 250 W. Ocean Blvd, Free underground parking w/validation: Hall & staff.

50973 • Sa • 2-4pm• 9/5

50974 • Su • 2-4pm• 10/25

 

HATHA YOGA BASIC (Beg-Adv)  16yrs & up • $45

Stretch, strengthen, relax and enjoy yoga postures in a peaceful setting. Bring a yoga mat or thick blanket. All classes are 6-wk, you may attend only the class/es you are enrolled for. Classes held at Los Altos,Yoga World, 5508 Britton Ave, 2nd floor. Instructor: Hall & staff.     

50980 • M • 7-8:15pm • 9/7-10/12

50981 • M • 7-8:15pm • 10/26-11/30

50982 • Tu • 12:15-1:30pm •9/8-10/13 (Gentle)

50983 • Tu • 12:15-1:30pm •10/27-12/1 (Gentle)

50984 • W • 7pm-8:15pm • 9/9-10/14

50985 • W • 7pm-8:15pm • 10/28-12/2

50986 • Th • 12:15-1:30pm • 9/10-10/15 (Gentle)

50987 • Th • 12:15-1:30pm • 10/29-12/3 (Gentle)

50988 • F • 4-5:15pm • 9/11-10/16

50977 • F • 4-5:15pm • 10/30-12/4

50978 • Sa • 8-9:15am • 9/12-10/17

50979 • Sa • 8-9:15am • 10/31-12/5

50975 • Su • 2-3:15pm • 9/13-10/18

50976 • Su • 2-3:15pm • 11/1-12/6

Pilates Mat        16yrs & up • $45

50989 • Th • 4-5pm • 9/10-10/15

50990 • Th • 4-5pm • 10/29-12/3

50991 • Sa • 9:30-10:30a • 9/12-10/17

50992 • Sa • 9:30-10:30a • 10/31-12/5

                     

HATHA YOGA (Basic) 16yrs & up • $45

Stretch, strengthen, relax and enjoy yoga postures in a peaceful setting. Bring a yoga mat or thick blanket. All classes are 6-wks, you may attend only the class/es you are enrolled for. Classes held at Downtown,Yoga World, 250 W. Ocean Blvd, Free underground parking w/validation. Instructor: Hall & staff.

50993 • M • 9-10:15am • 9/7-10/12

50994 • M • 9-10:15am • 10/26-11/30

50995 • M • 5:30-6:45pm • 9/7-10/12

50996 • M • 5:30-6:45pm • 10/26-11/30

50997 • Tu • 7:30-8:45pm • 9/8-10/13

50998 • Tu • 7:30-8:45pm • 10/27-12/1

50999 • W • 9-10:15am • 9/9-10/14

51000 • W • 9-10:15am • 10/28-12/2

51001 • W • 5:30-6:45pm • 9/9-10/14

51002 • W • 5:30-6:45pm • 10/28-12/2

51003 • Th • 7:30-8:45pm • 9/10-10/15

51004 • Th • 7:30-8:45pm • 10/29-12/3

51005 • F • 9-10:15am • 9/11-10/16

51006 • F • 9-10:15am • 10/30-12/4

51007 • Sa • 10-11:15am • 9/12-10/17

51008 • Sa • 10-11:15am • 10/31-12/5

51009 • Su • 10-11:15am • 9/13-10/18

51010 • Su • 10-11:15am • 11/1-12/6

Pilates Mat             16yrs & up • $45

51011 • Tu • 9-10:15am • 9/8-10/13

51012 • Tu • 9-10:15am • 10/27-12/1

51013 • Th • 9-10:15am • 9/10-10/15

51014 • Th • 9-10:15am • 10/29-12/3

                     

KUNDALINI YOGA 16yrs & up • $40

Enjoy the serenity of the El Dorado Nature Center and experience the yoga awareness through posture, movement, breath & meditation. We will practice yoga sets and meditations for health, mental vitality and inner peace. (4-wks) Instructor: Gobind.

51015 • Su • 3-4:30pm • 9/6-9/27          Nature Ctr

51016 • Su • 3-4:30pm • 10/11-11/1       Nature Ctr
51017 • Su • 3-4:30pm • 11/8-11/29       Nature Ctr