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HEALTH, FITNESS AND EXERCISE
IT IS ADVISABLE TO SEE YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE STARTING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM
FITNESS PLUS
Wendy Friedman, founder of the Slender Rhythms Method, now in its twenty-ninth
year, has designed this program for everyone interested in improving overall
fitness, flexibility and body tone. The program is ideal for both men and women,
regardless of previous exercise experience. Each participant sets his/her own
fitness goals and progresses at an individual pace. Fitness Plus is set to a
wide variety of music and helps to eliminate the stresses of everyday life and
create overall well-being. A portion of the program will concentrate on body sculpting. These exercises are designed to shape, contour and strengthen muscle groups. Begin with light weights and work up to the maximum level, five pounds. If you do not have weights, you can use your own body resistance. Wear exercise shoes and bring a mat for floor work.
WENDY FRIEDMAN - M.A., Middlebury College; Certified Fitness Instructor
EVENING
Cafeteria, Cheltenham High School
DAYTIME
Rowland Community Center
*Note early start date
BODY WORKSHOP
This program is for those
who wish to shape up and see results but do not want an aerobic or dance class.
The Body Workshop targets specific muscle groups and "problem areas" that need
extra toning and shaping. As a portion of the program incorporates floor work,
please bring a mat to class. This portion of the program will place emphasis on
abdominal muscles, hips and thighs, as well as overall toning, limbering and
stretching.
The program will concentrate on body sculpting. The exercises will shape,
contour and strengthen muscle groups.
Students are encouraged to bring light weights up to five pounds (begin with
light weights and work up to maximum level).
If
you do not have weights you can use your own body resistance.
WENDY FRIEDMAN
EVENING
Cafeteria, Cheltenham High School
DAYTIME
Rowland Community Center, Myrtle & Elm Avenues, Cheltenham
DANSKINETICS Danskinetics is joyous movement that celebrates the dancer in all of us. It connects mind, body and spirit, promoting strength, flexibility and a healthy heart. Class attire should be comfortable for dancing and stretching. Sneakers and water are suggested. ELAYNE GOLDSTEIN – Kripalu Advanced Certified Danskinetics Teacher
* No class 3/27 or 4/3
ARMCHAIR AEROBICS
Designed for people over 55, Armchair Aerobics will energize you while improving
flexibility in the neck, shoulders, arms, hands, back, and chest. It can also
help strengthen your abdomen, hips, legs and feet. It’s time for you to have fun
as you “sit down on the job!”
KAREN STEINBRECHER – Certified Senior Fitness Instructor; Trainer for PA Dept.
of Aging
D-436-$60
T’AI CHI CHUAN
T’ai Chi Chuan is an ancient martial art as well as a healing art.
Each class will begin with Qigong exercises used to warm up the body and
teach proper breathing and energy flow.
The emphasis of this class will be on releasing accumulated stress, improving
flexibility and balance, and calming the mind.
T’ai Chi is meditation in motion.
Experience the grace and power of this healing art and recharge your
vital energy. Participants will
learn the traditional Yang Style-short form. DONNA PRICE-Teacher, T’ai Chi and Quigong Instructor D-419 - $48
CH ‘I – KUNG (CHINESE YOGA)
The Chinese believe Ch’I Kung brings people in touch with Earth’s energy and, in
turn the energy inside each of us.
Enjoy a gentle yet vigorous program for working with our life source through
breathing and relaxation movements.
Perfect for anyone of any age who wants improved health and vitality.
Release the stress… boost the energy…lift the spirit.
(Excellent preparation program for the T’ai Chi class.) DONNA PRICE
D-425 - $48
YOGA
Learn the Yoga system of physical and emotional well-being through training in
postures and breathing and relaxation techniques. Gentle stretching postures and
relaxation practices strengthen, tone and relax tired muscles. Breathing
practices calm the nerves and increase vitality. Come to class with a light
stomach, wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat or folded blanket. Richard Chetson – Sky Foundation Instructor
PAULETTE SHEPHERD – Certified in Hatha Yoga 446 - $63
MARYANNE SIMS – Extensive Study in Dance, Martial Arts and Yoga; Yoga Teacher for 25 years D-445 - $68
These yoga exercises are performed in a heated room for added benefits. We will do a series of yoga poses that position the body to strengthen, purify and balance the endocrine, nervous and circulatory systems. Each pose, which includes breathing exercises, is performed twice in a single 90 minute class. Please bring water, a towel and a yoga mat to class. SCORPIO VANCE – Co-Owner, Scorpion Athletics Yoga/Fitness Studios; Certified Personal Trainer 441 - $120
Here’s a class to help you actually DO what you said you’d like to do to improve the shape and condition of your body. A supportive instructor will help you overcome your excuses and show you how to perform basic exercises using low impact aerobic, light weight training, and stretching techniques. Replace your embarrassment, self-doubt and sluggishness with feelings of confidence and well being as you begin to master the exercises regardless of previous fitness experience. All ages and genders can improve coordination, balance and abdominal strength with guided instruction, demonstration and practice. Don’t put it off any longer – this class is for YOU! LINDA ROSEMAN MIRON – AFAA; Certified Group Fitness Instructor; Specializes in Needs of Beginners 428 - $48
PILATES FOR ALL LEVELS This course will focus on abdominal strengthening, total body stretching, balance and flexibility incorporating Pilates mat-based exercises. The instructor will teach the participants to modify each exercise based on individual fitness level. Large and small stability balls (optional) are used to both increase the intensity of the exercises as well as to provide support for the back**. Participants should bring a mat and a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing to class. Please Note: ** The instructor will provide the students with information on where to purchase stability balls at the first class.
Linda Roseman
Miron– Certified Group Exercise Instructor 430 - $58
PILATES FOR SWINGERS Swing your tennis racket or golf club from a strong center and you’ve got a powerful and controlled stroke. To improve your golf or tennis game off the course or court, join us in a classical Pilates workout on the Tower, a special Pilates apparatus, which provides resistance to challenge and support your development of strength, flexibility and alignment while giving a full body workout. Exercises will focus on torso rotation, shoulder and hip stabilization and flexibility and development of arm strength from wrist to shoulder. We will work to improve your balance and posture and correct muscle imbalances to increase movement efficiency and reduce injuries. Classes will be held at The Beta Pilates Studio. Please wear comfortable clothing. Class size is limited to allow for individual attention. BETH CLARKE – Certified Pilates Teacher; Owner, Beta Pilates Studio 432 - $88
CARDIO KICKBOXING
MARK McCLEOD – Certified Group Fitness Instructor, American Aerobic Association
KOBU POWER KoBu Power is a resistance-based Samurai cardio-kickboxing program that sculpts the body and burns more calories than most kickboxing fitness classes. KoBu's weighted resistance training maximizes the amount of calories the body burns during the workout to achieve firm and toned muscles. Scientific studies indicate that cardio-strength training helps increase metabolism that will promote the shrinkage of fat cells even when not exercising. KoBu Power is a workout based on the ancient discipline of Kobundo and Kenjutsu, the art of the Samurai. Using a weighted bar simulates the skills of a Samurai while music sets the rhythm for the routine. A KoBu Bar will be available for purchase from the instructor for $26.00. MARK McLEOD 422 - $68
WALKING CLUB What a wonderful way to start your morning. Come walk with me and enjoy beautiful fall weather. We’ll hike through Valley Green, Chestnut Hill, Old Wyncote and Glenside. We can add someone’s favorite route if the group agrees. Each week we’ll travel four to six miles for about an hour and a half. We will meet rain or shine. Participants will be notified of first meeting place. MARILYN UMEN – Avid walker since birth D-440 - $43
MEDITATION Meditation is the art of living each moment with calm awareness. In this class, you will strengthen your ability to focus, utilizing relaxation, visualization and breathing techniques which enhance emotional, spiritual and physical well-being. You will explore different forms of meditation to develop a style that is comfortable for you. Please bring a journal to record your experiences during each class. “Namaste.” SHEILA BRANN – B.A. Women’s Studies, Temple University; Meditation Counselor; Massage Therapist; Yoga Instructor; 3rd Degree Usui Reiki Master 433 - $60
Based on the simple, easy to learn techniques of Swedish and deep tissue massage, this hands-on course will help you and your partner share the nurturing, relaxing and therapeutic benefits of massage. Please bring 2 yoga mats, 2 flat sheets, 2 pillows, 1 blanket, 2 bath towels and oil, lotion and/or creams of choice to class. Students should wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing. Guaranteed to make you feel great and release stress! Please note: tuition is per person. ED PORTLEY – Nationally Certified Massage Therapist; Instructor, National Massage Therapy Institute, Philadelphia; Owner, Just This Side of Heaven Massage 439 - $56
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