Continuing Education
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
AEROBIC WORKOUT TO LATIN RHYTHMS
7 weeks Carmen Prince
This aerobics class incorporates latin dance rhythms making exercise more fun than you thought possible. The focus is on body toning, ab tightening, balance, rhythm and endurance. All to a meringue beat. All levels are welcome!
Starts 9/22
Tuesday 6:00-7:00 p.m. $30**
Greenfield Elementary School Gym
ALL FOR ABS
7 weeks Lori Norton
This half hour mat class will focus on gaining strength and endurance of the abdominal area and back muscles. Participants should bring a floor mat, towel and water.
Starts 9/21
Monday and/or
Wednesday 6:30-7:00 p.m. $10/$15**
Lake Avenue Girls Gym
BASKETBALL FOR MEN
7 weeks George Russo
Come join us for this pick-up basketball game. Program devoted to physical fitness for all ages. NO CLASS WEDNESDAY, 9/23
Starts 9/21
Monday and/or
Wednesday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5 per night
Maple Ave New Gym
BYOB WORKOUT (Bring Your Own Ball)
7 weeks Michele Thomas
A total body workout using a large stability ball to develop core and muscular strength. Bring your own ball (55-65 cm) and 3-5 pound hand weights, a sticky yoga mat, water and a towel. Taught by an E.S.A. certified instructor.
Starts 9/22
Tuesday 6:00-6:30 p.m. $10**
Lake Avenue Girls Gym
CARDIO FUNK
7 weeks Jennifer DeVincenzo
Hold onto your sock! This class is sure to bring a smile to your face and sweat to your brow. Instructor uses contemporary dance funk with an unbelievable beat to give you the challenge of a dance class partnered with the perfect amount of cardio conditioning.
Starts 9/23
Wednesday 7:00-8:00 p.m. $30**
Lake Avenue Girls Gym
CARDIO KICKBOXING
7 weeks Michele Thomas
Box and Strengthen! A low impact cardio workout using kick and punch combinations guaranteed to make all level participants work up a sweat and reduce stress! Taught by Nationally certified instructor with CPR training. Choose one night per week for $32.00 or two nights per week for $40.00 per session. Bring a mat and water.
Starts 9/22
Tuesday and/or
Thursday 6:30-7:30 p.m. $32/$40
Lake Avenue Girls Gym
COED VOLLEYBALL
7 weeks Mark Komeczny
This class will include the skills involved in the game of volleyball. All levels will be blended together for game play. Sneakers are required for the gym floor. Intermediate skills recommended. Limit 36.
Starts 9/29
Tuesday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5 per night
Maple Ave Gym
COMBO AEROBICS
7 weeks Patricia O'Rourke
Just the right combination of high and low impact moves for a great workout that accommodates all fitness levels. Ends with sculpting section and a stretch. Taught by an E.S.A. Certified Instructor. Please bring 3-5 pound hand weights, your own towel, mat and water.
Starts 10/6
Tuesday and/or
Thursday 6:00-7:00 p.m. $32/$40
Dorothy Nolan Gym
HORSEMANSHIP: ADULT
7 weeks Susan Friday
This class is designed as an introductory program in basic horseback riding. Members may select either stock seat, western or balance seat, or English style of riding. Special provisions will be made for more advanced riders. The class will meet the first night in a classroom, with the other classes to be held at Mrs. Friday's stable in Gansevoort. Classes will use indoor arena. Fee does not include cost of rental for horses ($60 payable to instructor the first night of class covers all riding lessons).
Starts 9/24
Thursday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $45**
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HORSEMANSHIP: JUNIOR
7 weeks Susan Friday
This is a special class for youths age 10-18, and is designed as an introductory program in basic horseback riding. Special provisions will be made for advanced riders. The first class will be held in a classroom, at which time registrants will be divided into groups of four for specific riding times. Riding classes will meet at Mrs. Friday's stable in Gansevoort on Saturday morning in indoor arena. Fee does not include cost of rental for horse ($60 payable to instructor the first night of class covers all riding lessons).
Starts 9/24
Thursday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $45**
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INDOOR SOCCER
7 weeks Leon Sedefian
This class provides the opportunity to participate in this popular sport inside. Intermediate level of soccer skill required (not a beginning course). Participants should be familiar with the game and in good physical condition. Please bring a white "T" shirt and a dark "T" shirt to each session. We must have a minimum of 15 players (male or female) to run this program. Limit 18.
Starts 9/21
Session I: Monday 8:00-10:00 p.m. $35**
White Gym OR
Starts 9/24
Session II: Thursday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $35**
Maple Ave. New Gym
INTERVALOCITY
7 weeks Simone Noud
A combination hi/lo aerobics class and body sculpting class with alternating segments of each, offering great variety as you work up a sweat! Taught by a certified instructor. Participants should bring hand weights, a towel, mat, water and wear sneakers and comfortable clothing.
Starts 9/23
Monday and/or
Wednesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. $32/$40
Division Street Small Gym
KICKBOX TO BURN FAT
7 weeks Carmen Prince
Come join me in this action class. You will be burning fat in an energizing way using handweights and dynabands. A great cardio strength training class that will work every muscle group! Be ready to put your guard up and sweat it out! Let’s get ready to exercise and burn that fat! All levels welcome.
Starts 9/21
Monday 6:00-7:00 p.m. $30**
Greenfield Elementary School Gym
KICKETTS
7 weeks Jennifer DeVincenzo
Ever wanted to kick like a Rockett? Have the legs of a dancer? The flexibility of a gymnast? Join us Monday nights for a kicking-great workout! You will learn specific kicking techniques and skills combined with an actual kickline routine. The instructor breaks the hour into three important components of kicking; stretching, technique and routine; and absolute abs. Have fun and look great, while keeping in line, just in time for your own Holiday Spectacular! Some dance experience required!
Starts 9/21
Monday 7:00-8:00 p.m. $30** Lake Avenue Girls Gym
KRIPALU YOGA FOR INTERMEDIATES
7 weeks Wendy Fisher
Build your foundation and deepen your practice of Kripalu/Hatha Yoga in this intermediate class with certified instructor Wendy Fisher.
Starts 9/21
Session I: Monday 6:30-8:00 p.m. OR
Starts 9/24
Session II: Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m.
$35**
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MENS POWER VOLLEYBALL
7 weeks Larry St. Pierre
This class is for MEN POWER VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS! The competition in Power Volleyball is equal to or above U.S.V.B.A. class "b" level. To contend in this setting, you must be able to bump, set, spike, serve, dink, block, dig and pass proficiently. . Admission to class is contingent on players' skill level determined by instructors' discretion. First come, first serve. Limit 36.
Starts 9/30
Wednesday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5 per night
Maple Ave. Gym
MONDAY NIGHT COMPETITIVE COED VOLLEYBALL
7 weeks Larry St. Pierre
Play will be under U.S.V.B.A. rules with a 6-2 or 5-1 format. Admission to class is contingent on players’ skill level as determined by the instructor.
Limit 36.
Starts 9/21
Monday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5** per night Maple Ave. Gym
PILATES
7 weeks Siobhan A’Hearn/Kathleen Porcell
Pilates is total body exercise! It encompasses controlled, precise movements designed to stretch and strengthen muscles without adding bulk, Exercise is focused on the core - abdominals, back and buttocks - which work together to create stability for the entire body. Come and experience the benefits of pilates, fast becoming one of the most popular styles of exercise. Taught by certified Pilates and Fitness instructors. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring 3-5 pound hand weights, a mat ("Sticky" yoga style mat works best), water and a towel. Limit 30 per session.
Session I: 6:00-7:00 p.m. or
Session II: 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Starts 9/23
Monday and/or
Wednesday $32/$40
Geyser Road Gym
PILATES METHOD OF BODY CONDITIONING
7 weeks Natasha LaFayette
Pilates Method of Body Conditioning is the total body exercise focusing on the core abdominals creating stability for the entire body, encompassing controlled precise movements to stretch and strengthen the muscles. Pilates has become one of the most popular forms of fitness training available. Not only has the dance community embraced it as the premier method of core-strength training available, but athletes and celebrities have used it over the decades to develop the svelte, powerful bodies that their professions demand. Pilates training continues to be one of the fastest growing exercise methods for all walks of life. Pilates is embraced not only as a form of specialized training and physical rehabilitation, but as a deeply effective method of achieving health and well being. Simply put Pilates feels good. As Joseph Pilates himself said, “You will feel better in 10 sessions, look better in 20 sessions, and have a completely new body in 30 sessions.” Taught by Power Pilates certified instructor Natasha LaFayette. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a mat, towel and water.
Starts 9/23
Monday and/or
Wednesday 6:15-7:15 p.m. $32/$40
Dorothy Nolan Gym
SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN
7 weeks Robert Wright
Learn the basics of self-defense for women taught by a black belt Jujitsu instructor. Find out how to protect yourself in any and all situations. Course will include warm-up stretching, light exercise, blocking and other defensive techniques using a non-confrontational approach. An ideal course for pre-college students and women of all ages. Mothers and daughters (age 13 and over) welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. Please bring an exercise mat and water.
Starts 9/29
Tuesday 7:00-8:30 p.m. $35**
Maple Avenue New Gym
STEP AEROBICS
7 weeks Kinnon Swick
This one hour and 15 minute class offers a low impact, high intensity Step workout that incorporates a 45 minute step cardio session (stepping on and off a low step bench), 15 minutes of low impact aerobics with upper body toning, plus 15 minutes to lower body toning and abdominals. This class is geared for all fitness levels. You can purchase Steps at Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Dicks’ Sporting Goods or any other major sporting goods department store. Instructor is AFAA and Step Reebok certified.
Starts 9/22
Tuesday and/or
Thursday 6:15-7:30 p.m. $32/$40
Division Street Small Gym
STRETCH & RELAXATION FOR EVERYONE!
8 weeks Lori Norton
This class caters to all of those who wish to improve mobility and increase flexibility. Gentle stretching and strengthening movements with correct body alignment are emphasized. Helps to relieve everyday stiffness and pain associated with arthritis, chronic pain and fatigue. Feel energized and relaxed! Loose clothing recommended. A floor mat or towel is suggested for floor comfort. Everybody's welcome!
Starts 9/29
Tuesday 6:00-7:00 p.m. $30**
Maple Ave. Small Gym
TAI CHI - BEGINNERS
3 weeks Mark Tolstrup
Tai Chi is becoming highly regarded in this country for its health enhancing and stress reducing qualities. Tai Chi consists of relaxed, gentle movements coordinated with the mind, and the flow of internal energy or Chi. Join us in this class and enjoy the many benefits of this ancient Chinese mind-body art.
Starts 10/19
Monday 8:00-9:00 p.m. $20** TA
VOLLEYBALL: CO-ED
7 weeks Mark Komeczny
Thursday night volleyball will include all skills involved in volleyball. All levels will be blended together for game play. Sneakers are required for the gym floor. Limit 36.
Starts 9/24
Thursday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $5 per night
Maple Ave Gym
WALK FIT
7 weeks Lori Norton
Coed walking for fitness consists of warm-up, walking, and cool down, all to music. Taught by an experienced instructor, WALK FIT burns calories, builds bones, lowers blood pressure, relieves stress, and can be done by all ages and fitness levels. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers, or walking shoes, bring a mat or towel to sit on and water.
Starts 9/21
Monday and/or
Wednesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. $32/$40
Lake Ave. Girls Gym
WEIGHT LIFTING FOR WOMEN
7 weeks Sue Johnson
After the age of 30, individuals lose a third to a half pound of lean muscle mass per year. Strength training has been shown to preserve this muscle tissue, lower the risk of osteoporosis, and improve one's psychological well-being. This class offers and introduction to strength training, using proper techniques, flexibility and posture. You will learn the basics and feel comfortable continuing on your own at the completion of this class. Previous students will continue to gain strength, energy and self-esteem. Instructor Sue Johnson is certified as a professional trainer and teaches the class in a relaxed setting for both beginners and intermediates. Participants should bring their own hand weights. 2, 3 or 4 pound weights are appropriate for beginners. Returning students should continue to challenge themselves using heavier weights. Taking both nights of class is recommended. Class size limited to 40.
Starts 9/22
Tuesday and/or
Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. $32/$40
Geyser Road Gym
“WHOOP” IT UP
7 weeks Simone Noud
This class, taught by a certified Exercise Safety instructor, uses hoops and dynabands to sculpt major opposing muscle groups in a balanced way. After working on muscular endurance, the class will conclude with abdominal toning and a relaxing stretch. Participants should bring their own hand weights, a towel, mat, water and $5 to purchase a dynaband. Hoops will be provided by the instructor.
Starts 9/23
Monday and/or
Wednesday 6:45-7:30 p.m. $32/$40
Division Street Small Gym
YOGA: EXPERIENCED BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE
7
weeks Susan
Paschal
This class is suitable for both experienced beginning and intermediate students. You will build stamina and strength, increase flexibility and concentration as well as develop balance, breath control, bone density and lower blood pressure. Varying levels of difficulty are offered in each pose to accommodate the different levels of ability. Class includes meditation, breathwork and guided imagery as well as vinyasa (flowing linked poses) and static poses. Classes are infused with humor as well as respect for both student and the discipline of yoga.
Starts 9/22
Tuesday 5:30-7:00 p.m. $35**
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ZUMBA
7
weeks Debbie
Spurgas
Zumba is a “feel-happy” workout that is great for both body and mind! It’s so much fun you won’t even know you’re working out. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and world music with Latin inspired dance moves that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness routine featuring aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body, maximize cardiac output, and burn fat (600-1000 calories). All ages welcome! COME JOIN THE FUN!
Starts 9/22
Tuesday 6:00-7:00 p.m. $25**
Division Street Large Gym