Fitness & Yoga Classes
Cardio Fusion
This class mixes up many styles of cardiovascular exercise, including low impact aerobics, step aerobics, dance, circuits, and interval training. Be prepared to get your heart rate up and work hard, as we sweat our way through exercises targeted to burn fat, increase strength, and improve balance and stability. Most of all, be prepared to have fun! Perfect for all levels.
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 7:45-8:55 a.m.
Chair Yoga
This class is a modified series of traditional poses that focus on correct biomechanics to increase vitality, flexibility and strength. This is a great class for someone who has never tried yoga before, has concerns about injury, or would prefer the comfort of using chairs and standing poses.
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Fast Feet
Fast Feet is a running group for the beginner runner all the way through advanced. The group meets four times each week for a variety of different runs and workouts. We work on short and long distance runs, hill training, speed training and even do some track workouts. Through the Spring, Summer and Fall, Fast Feet participates in several local races as a team. For 2012, we will be expanding our racing schedule to include some longer distance races as well as some outside of Berkshire County. During the season, we are covering topics essential to running success such as proper form, effective breathing, increasing your endurance, building mileage, injury prevention, and proper nutrition. If you are interested in joining Fast Feet, please contact Rebecca Hunter at (413)528-7774.
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 a.m., Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 8:00-9:00 a.m., Fridays 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Fast Feet Passbook: Book of 25 for $225.
Pilates
This is an introductory class for beginners. It is also for individuals with conditions such as chronic pain, osteoporosis and pregnancy who have their doctor’s clearance to exercise. The focus is on exercises that stretch and strengthen the muscles in a deep way, particularly the abdominals. Please speak to the instructor before class if you have concerns about whether Pilates is suitable for you.
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Slow Active Stretch
This class will stretch and lengthen your muscles from head to toe while you use slow movements to get your body loose and limber. Movements and postures will be held only briefly. Perfect for the end of the day relaxation.
Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 pm
Tai Chi/Qui Gong
Experience how the unconscious expresses itself through the body, and learn how to more fully relax and move effortlessly through self-message, breathing, and meditation.
Mondays, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Active Yoga Flow
This is a yoga flow class geared toward beginners and intermediates, which focuses on the spinal wave movement sequences of Kali Ray Tri Yoga with the addition of the peaceful flow and conscious thought of Iyengar.
Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Gentle Yoga
This class is designed to give the beginner a good foundation by focusing on the basics
of breathing, flexibility, and relaxation. It is a very relaxing class for intermediate and advanced participants.
Mondays 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Tuesdays 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Intermediate Kali Ray Yoga
The next level of Kali Ray, this class builds upon the fundamental postures and sequences while challenging your body.
Fridays, 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Introductory Iyengar Yoga
A beginner to intermediate level class focusing on the gentle flow and conscious thought of Iyengar Yoga. Basic movements and postures will be emphasized.
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Slow Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Vinyasa yoga is moving with breath. The class will be breath oriented yoga with a slow flow to increase strength and flexibility. Beginner to intermediate level.
Sundays, 9:30-11:00 am
Yoga On the Ball
A beginner/intermediate level class combining traditional yoga poses with work on the stability ball to increase range of motion, stretching, and core strengthening.
Thursdays, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Yoga Flow
An introduction to the posture and breathing style of Hatha yoga. This is a great class for newcomers to yoga. Try a sun salutation and see how good you feel.
Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Women's Strength Training -- Age: 16 & up
In just 5 weeks a personal trainer Ray Dunn, through a “hands-on” approach, will teach you how to safely design your own personal training program. All abilities are invited. 5 classes with one makeup class that becomes a bonus class if you make all 6.
Age: 16 & up
Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm, Begins 6/25, Ends 7/30
Registration Fee: Members $70, Nonmembers $85
Pelvic Floor Fitness
This one-hour, weekly class will improve pelvic floor awareness, strength, and flexibility and give participants the tools to address issues such as incontinence, prolapse, and sexual dysfunction. The first part of the class will be done seated or standing and is accessible to all ages and abilities. The second part will involve floor exercises, level change, and moving through space, becoming increasingly lively.
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm
Zumba
An exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™ that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health.
Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm