CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 2006

GIVE YOURSELF THE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE THE EXPERIENCES

YOU ALWAYS DREAMED OF & DERIVE THE HEALTH BENEFITS AT THE SAME TIME!

ADULT BEGINNER BALLET 2: Gain the benefits of balance & good posture & enjoy the experience of beautiful movements. Some past experience required. Jeanne P. Kogut, LISTD, a member of England’s Royal Academy of Dance.

BELLY DANCING for fitness & fun: Learn the beautiful art of Belly Dancing with foremost authority, Renate. You will study basic body movements: hip circles, shoulder rolls & more. Get ready for a magic carpet ride that will enhance your confidence, boost your sensuality & add fun to your workout. ALSO AVAILABLE FOR TEENS....

CARDIO-PILATES MIX:A high-energy fusion of classic Pilates mat movements and fat-burning fun! Get the best of both worlds – core exercises that’ll sculpt your muscles to their long, lean, sexy best and calorie-burning cardio that’ll maximize your fat-burning potential. Elyse Neuhauser: Certified Pilates Mat Instructor, Power Pilates & Pilates Institute of America and Certified Personal Trainer & Health Fitness Instructor, N.S.C.A. & A.A.P.T.E. and a Registered Yoga Teacher, Into This World Productions, Yoga Alliance.

FLEX BALLS & LIGHT WEIGHTS: Osteoporosis Prevention & Fitness Class... utilizes flex balls (eases back strain) & light weights to increase tone, flexibility & elonga- tion of muscles. Participants in this fun, progressive resistance program report diagnostic testing shows an increase in their bone density. Rhonda Carol, ISSA-Instructor.

FLEXIBILITY & STRENGTH BUILDING YOGA: With a lightness of attitude, we will build our bones & strength while focusing on the breath to create internal release & flexibility. Alicia Bustamante, Certified Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist.

FUSION PILATES: The “HOTTEST” & most efficient workout available! Flowing from pilates mat to weights to Alexander Tech-nique, it works to strengthen your core from your butt to your abs. Rhonda Carol, ISSA uses her years of movement training & extensive experience in fitness disciplines in this FRESH & EXCITING class

HATHA YOGA STRETCH: A combo of breathing exercises, stretching, traditional yoga postures & ending with meditation. A portion of the class will focus on stretching on the flex ball. Carol Leitner, Cert’d Kripalu Yoga Instructor.

PILATES MAT: Favored by celebrities, Pilates Mat may also utilize a resist-a-ball & other equipment to work your body’s core. Benefits include: strengthened body, osteoporosis prevention, & flexibility Instructor, Rhonda Carol, MFA, ISSA, holds a Specialty Certification in Pilates.

QUICK CARDIO WORKOUT: As women, we are so stressed by the multiple roles we perform that often impact taking time to care of ourselves. Here is a class that you can easily fit into your day to focus on YOUR personal fitness! No machines, but rather practical exercises that you can do anywhere regardless of your fitness level! Be safe and learn from a seasoned instructor who brings her 16 years of experience & uplifting & energetic personality to conduct this class

RISE & SHINE YOGA: Arlyn Boltax is Back!  Start your day with energy and serenity!  This 1 hour class allows for you to get to your office or schedule on time.

SUNSET YOGA: Focuses on traditional Hatha Yoga postures along with breathing & relaxation techniques. Emphasis is on proper body alignment. Experience a sense of health, well-being & ability to deal with life ‘s pressures in a calm way. Larry Weinberg, graduate of Sivananda Yoga Ashram.

SUPER GENTLE STRETCH: Whether seated or standing, you can benefit from this specialized class that focuses on posture, strengthening, flexibility using light weights & bands.  Certified by the Aerobic Fitness Association of America, Helena Chateau brings her 16years of experience & uplifting & energetic personality to conduct this class.

WRITE TO THE POINT: .Whether working towards publication or simply trying to organize your thoughts, we will work together to clarify your writing to& introduce you tools that will make your work more powerful, cogent & compelling. Instr: Linda M. Davies- active member of the International Writing Guild & has been leading writing & workshops for over 14 years.

WRITING FOR SELF DISCOVERY: a wonderful way to explore your inner landscape through creative writing exercises & journal techniques. Music, picture prompts & other interactive tools are used to learn about ourselves in an atmosphere of safety & acceptance. Both beginning & experienced writers can benefit from this workshop that will help you to find & nurture your authentic voice. Linda Davies, Instructor.

YOGA & RELAXATION: Release tension through a series of gentle stretches, postures, meditation & relaxation. Increase flexibility, build strength & create an inner sense of peace to enhance your evening. Donna Askinazy, RYT - Certified Phoenix Rising Therapist & Reg’d Yoga Teacher.

YOGA FOR A STRONG SPINE: Build a healthier spine & stronger bones through various weight-bearing yogic postures & abdominal strengthening exercises. Deep inner peace & connectionto self will also be experienced. Carol Leitner - Certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor.

YOGALATIES I & II : Just like it sounds - combo of pilates workout with complimentary yoga postures, movement, & breathing that work mutually to offer a more total body/mind experience. Alicia Bustamante - Certified Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist & Certified Pilates Mat/Ball Instructor