PERSONAL FITNESS

This course introduces the basic components of fitness in order for the individual to design a personal exercise plan for lifetime wellness.  Short lectures and discussions will be incorporated with the exercises to teach the main components of fitness:  cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. Cardiovascular and strength-training machines as well as free weights and functional fitness exercises are included.  Basic methods of stress reduction via basic mind/body practices (e.g. breathing practices and relaxation) will also be taught.

• TR 3:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Lisa K Northrop
  CULPA: 8 Info
• 1 points

HEALTH COACHING

This course is designed to teach students the process of identifying, setting, and achieving a specific health behavior change goal within the Wheel of Health. The course will consist of short lectures, discussions, and individual health coaching sessions. Action steps towards the health goal will be expected each week outside of class meeting times.

• T 12:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
• W 12:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
• R 12:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
• Instructor: Lisa K Northrop
  CULPA: 8 Info
• 1 points

GROUP FITNESS SAMPLER

This course consists of a survey of group fitness techniques taught with choreography and music. Three-week modules in the following disciplines will be presented: Cardiovascular Fitness (Aerobics, Step, Kickboxing), Body Sculpting, Pilates, and Yoga.

• TR 4:10 p.m.-5 p.m.
• Instructor: Lisa K Northrop
  CULPA: 8 Info
• 1 points

Total Body Fitness

TOTAL BODY FITNESS

A fitness course to increase total body fitness through cardio and strength training. Course includes proper form and usage on all types of cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, arc trainers, stationary bicycles, and rowers plus a variety of muscular strength exercises. This course is designed for all fitness levels with variations and progressions so that all students can safely move through classes which will have both a cardio
and
strength component.  

• MW 1:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
• TR 9 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Melanie Rodriguez
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• Instructor: Laura Masone
  CULPA: 4 Info
• 1 points

PILATES MAT

CORE STRENGTH

A Pilates-based mat exercises class to strengthen core (abs, back and hips) and sculpting techniques for entire body using various equipment. Emphasis on proper breathing and alignment.

• MW 10 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
• MW 11 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• MW 1:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
• TR 2:10 p.m.-3 p.m.
• Instructor: Cynthia Lanzas
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• Instructor: Talese Hunt
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• Instructor: Cynthia Lanzas
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• 1 points

Functional Fitness

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

A fitness course focused on multi-joint full body exercises to increase one’s functional capacity in daily life. Movement patterns such as the squat, hip hinge, push, and pull will be covered. Exercises are performed in all planes of motion with equipment such as kettlebells, sandbags, TRX bands, and medicine balls. This course is designed for all fitness levels and will gradually progress all students to reach an increased level of strength.  

• MW 3:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• TR 2:10 p.m.-3 p.m.
• Instructor: Melanie Rodriguez
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• 1 points

FITNESS OUTSIDE

A fitness course based on outdoor workouts. Includes walking, jogging and basic body weight training for cardiovascular, core, and muscular endurance. Students will visit locations both on and off campus for a variety of fitness activities. This course is designed for all fitness levels. Must be willing to workout in public spaces.

• MW 3:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• TR 3:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Laura Masone
  CULPA: 4 Info
• Instructor: India C Choquette
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• 1 points

BODY SCULPTING

This course focuses on strength and endurance exercises using hand weights, resistance bands, body bars, gliding discs and balls.  Muscle toning exercises are discussed and practiced in detail to develop muscle definition for the upper and lower body.  Emphasis is placed on correct body placement.  Informative coloring sessions enhance the physical learning.  Instruction in stretching technique included.

• TR 8 a.m.-8:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Laura Masone
  CULPA: 4 Info
• 1 points

TAI CHI

This series of classes will provice the practice of Tai Chi Chuan as a moving meditation and health maintenance exercise. This process involves both physical and nonphysical work and introduces Tai Chi as an exercise of consciousness. There will also be recommended reading selections in the history and philosophical underpinnings of Tai Chi. No pre-requisite for this course. Each class will consist of physical practice of the Tai Chi sequence of movements/postures, also discussion including history of and principles of Tai Chi.

• MW 11 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Stephen Shulman
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• 1 points

BEGINNING YOGA

An introduction to Hatha Yoga focusing on the development of the physical body to increase flexibility and strength. Breathing practices and meditation techniques that relax and revitalize the mind and body are included.

• MW 9 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
• MW 2:10 p.m.-3 p.m.
• TR 11 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• TR 1:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
• Instructor: Cynthia Lanzas
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• 1 points

YOGA/MEDITATION

This course includes an introduction to Hatha Yoga, which focuses on the development of the physical body through asanas, or poses, and classic meditation and relaxation techniques.  Regular meditation practice at home is required.

• W 2:40 p.m.-3:55 p.m.
• Instructor: Lisa K Northrop
  CULPA: 8 Info
• 1 points