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SHORELINE HEALTH & FITNESS I & II GROUP EXERCISE CLASS DESCRIPTION/POLICIES

BODY COMBAT BODYCOMBAT combines moves and stances developed from a range of self-defense disciplines such as karate, boxing, Tai Chi, and kickboxing. It is a fiercely energetic experience taught in a safe and simplistic manner. Designed to fight fat and kick calories, it is a great cardiovascular workout that's all out fun.

BODYFLOW-  A class that reinforces flexibility and strength, combining the best of Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates. Truly a fitness class for the 21st Century, BODYFLOW brings mind and body into perfect harmony. Try this revolutionary, holistic approach to fitness

BODY JAM Some of the world's top dance choreographers update BODYJAM every three months to guarantee a funky blend of cardiovascular fitness and urban culture. A great way to get the maximum fun out of your workout, as you move into shape to the sounds of modern dance music.

BODYPUMP A rapid fat-burning class that uses barbells to give you the fastest way to tone and condition muscles! After an exhaustive study, BODYPUMP was verified by The University of Auckland as providing the fastest body fat loss of any fitness class

BODYSTEP is the ultimate way to give your body a high energy cardioblast and tone the hips and thighs. With over 2,000 steps per session you'll see results in record time. Get in step with one of the best fitness classes the world has to offer.

FREE STYLE STEP - A powerful cardiovascular workout using an adjustable platform. Expect to see explosive movements, coupled with free-style step combinations choreographed by your SHF instructor.

CIRCUIT INTERVAL TRAINING A power packed hour of exercises designed to increase your cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance using explosive high energy, athletic moves coupled with intervals of strength training exercises. The class is challenging and fun for all levels.

EXTREME BOXING – A full body, boxing style workout using shields for contact hitting and kicking. Extreme Workout!!

HARD CORE/ABS The body's strength comes from the core muscles of the abs and lower back. Target and tone these muscles using the stability ball, bands, step, and/or basic floor exercises. 30 minutes- Yes it's tough, but you can take it!!

MUSCLE SHAPE AND FLEX A total body strength and conditioning workout using various props, such as free weights, tubing, bands, or steps. This class is designed to build muscular strength and endurance, with a relaxing stretch at the end of class to increase flexibility.

PILATES – (Based on the principles of Joseph Pilates.) Based on the principles of Joseph Pilates. A strength and flexibility training class emphasizing a mind/body connection. This class involves free flowing moves concentrating on core strength, muscle balance and flexibility. The class also improves posture and maintains joint range of motion.

R P MTake the ultimate ride! RPM incorporates cycling, choreography and motivational coaching techniques to give you a completely safe, aerobic, adrenaline ride. Get in the zone and find out why RPM is totally addictive.

SPINNING An exciting, motivating indoor cycling class to music. Burn mega calories during this awesome cardio workout on the bike. We would STRONGLY recommend taking a SPIN 101 class to be sure your bike is set up correctly.

WEIGHTED LO/MIX- Build strength and cardio fitness in one workout! Simple choreography designed for a low impact workout with an option to use hand held weights. Great class for all levels.

YOGA Each class will guide you through a warm-up, breathing and relaxation techniques, and postures designed to increase strength, flexibility, and release tension. You will also learn how to listen to your body and relax as you stretch.

IM=X PILATES FLOOR WORKOUT - Our signature and very popular Pilates floor workout will strengthen and stretch every muscle group using the IM=X Ring and Body Bar. Your trainer will guide you through IM=X Floor sequences which start with hips and legs, progress to abs and back, move on to shoulders and arms, rest for some stretches and finish with more hips, butt and abs. This is an intense total body workout all done on the mat. Go to www.imxpilatesct.net for more information and pricing.

BOOT CAMP - A very intensive interval workout that incorporates strength training, agility and speed drills, kickboxing and anything else that FRIES calories! Great fun and an awesome workout!!

CORE/STRENGTH BALL - Have a ball working with the stability ball! A full body strength workout with a cardio component, the ball activates your core muscles during every exercise. So fun, the hour will fly by.

JAM TECHNIQUE Rehearse the moves used in the BodyJam class.

PILATES FUSION - An elite fitness formula that combines the muscle toning and lengthening benefits of Pilates with elements of strength and cardio training. Increase flexibility, endurance, and muscle tone, and strengthen the spine and abdominal core-all at the same time!

BOXER'S BOOT CAMP - A kick-butt, no-holds-barred boxing/boot-camp workout using heavy bags, focus-pads, jump ropes and much more. This class will take your fitness level to the extreme! Heavy bag gloves are required for this class.

EXTREME SPINNING - One hour spin class dispersed with strength intervals off the bike using body weight exercises and hand weights

FIT EXPRESS - 45 Minutes! Class follows a controlled cycle of one minute intervals, alternating between strength and cardio exercises, concluding with a 15 minute core/flex workout. Fast and effective!
 

New Members:  101 classes available upon request.  Inquire at the Front Desk!

GROUP EXERCISE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

1) We recommend that you sign up for Les Mills and spin classes. Sign up sheets are at the frond desk. You may call to sign up no earlier than 24 hours in advance with the exception of our 5:30am spin classes. For that class, you can call when the opens at 5:00am or simply show up. We Ask that you please call if your not able to attend a class that you signed up for.
2) Please arrive 5 minutes before all classes. Spaces will be given to waiting list members prior to the start of class, sp please be prompt to avoid conflict.
3) Please Follow the instructors routines.
4) No street shoes allowed. Please keep the gritty dirt and salt out of the exercise room.
5) In order to avoid injury and disruption, DO NOT enter the Group Exercise and Spin rooms after the start of class.
6) Please notify the instructor prior to class if you have any special needs or considerations
7) Gym bags must be kept out of the Group Exercise Room. You may bring a towel and a bottle of water.
8) Please wait QUIETLY OUTSIDE the Group Exercise Room until the previous class is completely finished.

Give the previous class a minute to clean up and exit.