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Special Classes

10-Minute Clinic
Aches? Pains? Recent injury? Come see Bryce Taylor, MSPT, of Downtown Physical Therapy to learn about your orthopedic ailment. This is informational and not a substitute for medical treatment. Registration required. Meets once a month in the 1st floor conference room. (120 minutes)

CPR and First Aid
Take a CPR and/or a First Aid class! American Heart Association completion cards (good for two years) will be issued for each class upon a passing score. Members: $30/class; Non-members: $35/class. Payment required when you register at the service desk. Meet in the second floor classroom.

Learn at Lunch
Learn about a new topic each month. A physician or specialist will present and answer questions. This month: What You Do Today Determines Your Future Health presented by Dr. Marcus McCray, Premier Sports Chiropractic. Bring your lunch or enjoy a snack on us! FREE and open to the public, so bring a friend! For more information or to sign up, call 274.3432 ext. 219 or email sutz@nifs.org. Meet in the auditorium. (60 min)

Boomer Classes

Boomer Tai Chi for Arthritis
This gentle class focuses on fluid, circular movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo. The program is safe and simple, delivers relief from arthritis and enhances relaxation. Meet in the group fitness studio. (60 min)

Boomer Low Impact Aerobics
This class for age 50+ individuals focuses on muscle strengthening, low impact aerobics and balance exercises. All fitness levels welcome. Meet in the group fitness studio. (60 min)

Special Cardio Classes

Intro to Boot Camp (Level I class)
This challenging 30-minute workout which includes resistance training, cardio & abs, is the same as the hour long class, just shorter in length €â‚¬Ã…€œ perfect for trying it out! Bring water. Meet at the track desk. (30 min)

Intro to Kickboxing (Level I class)
The fun innovative workout that put kicks, punches and boxing techniques to music is the same as the hour long class, just shorter in length €â‚¬Ã…€œ perfect for trying out! Meet on the auxiliary court (30 min)

Intro to Cycle (Level I class)
While working at your own pace, learn the drills and resistance levels used in cycle classes in just half of the time. Perfect for trying out! Meet in the cycle area. (30 min)

90-Minute Cycle (Level II €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
This is a structured ride that's twice the regular class. It€â€žÂ¢s twice as long and twice as challenging. No headsets needed! Registration required. Meet in the group fitness studio.
(90 min)

Cardio Classes

Cardio Kickboxing (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
This fun, innovative workout puts kicks, punches and boxing techniques to music, incorporating cardio, muscle strengthening and flexibility for all fitness levels. Meet on the auxiliary court. (60 min)

Cycle (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
This high-energy cardiovascular workout uses various performance levels and speeds, allowing you to work at your own pace. A 40+ minute ride followed by stretching. Please bring your own FM radio/ headset to hear the instructor. Saturday Cycle: This class meets every Saturday except during the week of Ride-4-Ninety or the 3-Hour Ride. Meet in the cycle area. (60 min)

Boot Camp (Level III class)
Boot camp is a challenging and exhausting total body workout that includes resistance training, ab work, cardio and endurance. Bring water. This class meets every Wednesday except during the week of Boot Camp Plus. Meet at the track desk. (60 min)

Boot Camp Plus (Level III class)
You asked for a hard-core challenge. Add another thirty minutes to this great workout one time each month with Drill Sergeant Steven Kass. Bring water. Meet at the track desk. (90 min)

Ride-4-Ninety (Level III class)
This class is totally unstructured and lower intensity. It concentrates on endurance rather than speed. No headset necessary. Registration required. Meet in the group fitness studio. (90 min)

Step II (Level II €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
Keep your heart pumping with increased intensity and intermediate-level choreography plus strength and flexibility training. Meet in the group fitness studio. (60 min)

Step III (Level III class)
Take your step class up a notch with this fast-paced class that features creative and more-complex choreography. This high-intensity cardio class is designed to challenge the very fit. Meet on the auxiliary court. (60 min)

Les Mills Classes

BODYCOMBATâہ¾¢ (Level II €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
Sample this empowering cardio workout where you are totally unleashed. This energetic program is inspired by martial arts and draws from a wide array of disciplines such as Karate, boxing, Taekwondo, Tai Chi and Muay Thai. Supported by fun music and experienced instructors. This is a high energy cardio workout. Meet on the auxilary court. (60 min)

BODYJAMâہ¾¢ Techniques
Review the dance moves that you will use during the BODYJAM class so that you have a more enjoyable dance experience! Meet on the auxiliary court. (15 min)

BODYJAMâہ¾¢
This cardio workout, with an addictive fusion of the latest dance styles and hottest new sounds, puts the emphasis as much on having fun as breaking a sweat. So grab a friend, get front and center and move with attitude! Thursday class meets in the group fitness studio, Sunday class on the auxiliary court. (55 min)

BODYPUMPâہ¾¢ Techniques
Review the weightlifting moves and techniques that you will use during the BODYPUMP class so that you have a successful BODYPUMP experience! Meet on the auxiliary court. (15 min)

BODYPUMPâہ¾¢
Discover the ultimate high-energy, total-body workout using barbells and adjustable weights to tone and condition muscles while raising metabolic rate for rapid fat-burning. Meet on the auxiliary court. (60 min)

BODYVIVEâہ¾¢ (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level II class)
Sample this low-impact group fitness workout that lets you choose just how hard you work. Using the VIVEâہ¾¢balls, VIVEâہ¾¢ tubes and optional hand weights you€â€žÂ¢re talked step-by-step through the class by a skilled instructor while listening to inspiring music. Best of all, you finish feeling thoroughly rejuvenated. Meet on the auxillary court. (60 min)

Special Mind/Body Classes

Discover Pilates (Level I class)
Discover what the Pilates Reformer can do for your health and well-being in two 30-minute sessions. To register, limit 8, call 274.3432 ext. 428, email pilates@nifs.org or stop by the service desk. Meet in Pilates studio II (by free-weight room). (60 min)

Mind/Body Classes

Mat Pilates (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
Emphasize your mind-body connection while enhancing and improving posture, muscular balance, strength and flexibility on €Àš?core€Àš? muscles. Meet in the group fitness studio. Thursday class meets in Pilates Studio I. (50 min)

Power Yoga (Level II €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
This athletic style of classic and modern yoga builds strength, flexibility and concentration and emphasizes a progressive series of postures commonly synchronized with breath. (Bring Your Mat.*) Meet in the group fitness studio. (Morning class 90 min; Evening class 60 min)

Restorative Yoga (Level I class)
Let go of stress as you sink into a supported stretch. This soothing form of yoga stimulates and soothes glands and organs and uses breath to help warm and lengthen muscles. Poses can help heal the effects of chronic stress and improve your feeling of well-being. (Bring Your Mat.*) Meet in the group fitness studio. (60 min)

RyuTeÀš® (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level II class)
The goal of this ancient life protection art of Okinawa and China is to stop conflict before it starts. In addition to striking, kicking and blocking, RyuTe includes grappling, locking and escape techniques. For more information, contact Richard Cornell at rickac1@sbcglobal.net. Meet on the auxiliary court. (120 min)

Yoga I (Level I class)
This express class meets one time each month and focuses on the names and correct positions of yoga poses. Great preparation for higher-level yoga classes or as a refresher. (Bring Your Mat.*) Meet in the group fitness studio. (45 min)

Yoga Flow (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level II class)
Yoga Flow is an energetic sequence that stimulates circulation and body heat to open joints and stretch muscles. We focus on breath and observing what is happening in our individual bodies. Beginners are welcome. (Bring Your Mat.*) Meet in the group fitness studio. (60 min)

Yoga Strength (Level II €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
Get a complete cardio/muscular workout, promoting strength, endurance, flexibility and a quiet mind. Explore various asanas (postures) that use your body€À¹Ã…€œs own weight. Each student is encouraged to honor the body and move at their own pace. (Bring Your Mat.*) Meet in the group fitness studio. (75 min)

Strength & Conditioning Classes

ABsolution (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
This ab - and back-strengthening class will tone, tighten and strengthen your mid-section. Noon class meets in the group fitness studio; evening class meets on blue sprint lanes (in front of rowers). (15 min)

Circuit II (Level II €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level III class)
Mix strength training with cardiovascular training for a time-efficient, calorie-burning workout. You€À¹Ã…€œll use various fitness props in this fast-moving circuit. Meet at the track desk. (30 min)

Core and More (Level II class)
Improve your core, balance and strength using the stability ball, medicine ball and other props. A solid core workout that will tone and tighten your body. Meet on the auxiliary court. (45 min)

Extreme Strength (Level I €â‚¬Ã…€œ Level II class)
Increase muscular strength and endurance with this total body workout. Isolate and define your upper and lower body muscles using hand weights, resistance tubing and bodybars. Meet in the group fitness studio. (60 min)