Aerobics at Fit Happens - Gloversville NY

Aerobic Classes

Cardiovascular Calorie Burning Class Descriptions

Impact & Intensity ( I2 )

-An intensive 60 minute cardiovascular workout with choreographed sequences. High impact movements and possible use of jump rope. Participants may modify moves. Final 15-20 minute sculpt/tone segment may include light resistance equipment. (NO STEP)

Impact, Intensity & Interval ( I3 )

- Bursts of I2, to include plyometrics, with brief low impact interval training segments to boost the metabolism and work up a sweat! “Don’t have time” is no longer an excuse! 30 minutes. May include non-choreographed step to maximize the intensity.

Tabata

- Traditionally 8 cardiovascular moves, 8 times, 20 seconds at 170%, 10 second rest! Instructors may introduce resistance training and stations, but the 20-10 second intervals will always ensure the intensity! Huge calorie burn! All fitness levels.v

Low Burn

- Low impact choreographed sequences for endurance training and cardiovascular burn. Instructors may choose to incorporate intervals of sculpt/tone training using light resistance equipment, or may save the resistance training for the end. (NO STEP)

Steppin'

- A high-energy workout with choreography designed to meet participant needs. May incorporate interval training (periods of high energy alternated with low intensity sequences), and/or segments of sculpt/tone resistance training (with a variety of optional toning equipment) in an interval, or concluding format. Participants may modify moves or eliminate the step all together!

Total KnockOut Workout (TKO)

- A knockout workout utilizing high intensity kicks, punches, blocks and drills designed to challenge all fitness levels! May conclude with a 15-20 minute sculpt/tone segment. Optional use of light resistance equipment/modifications offered.

Boot Camp

- Running, roping, jumping, sit ups, push ups, drills…non-stop calisthenics to push you past your perceived limits and max out your potential! Men & women alike will be challenged. A variety of equipment, including the step, may be used in some drills.

Zumba

- A fusion of Latin and International music and movement which creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. Zumba Toning may augment a 60 minute Zumba class with an additional 30 minutes of sculpt and toning moves.

Salsa Tone

- A fusion of Salsa, toning, and boot camp. Show off those strong dance moves with grace and brawn!

Hi - Lo and 40/20

In Hi-Lo, instructors will assess participants’ needs and design a combination class including a Cardiovascular – Calorie Burning Class Description and a Sculpt/Tone Resistance and Weight Training Class Description. The same will be done in 40/20, however 20 minutes will be dedicated to the Stretch class description. Share your training needs & favorite class descriptions – past or present!

Silver Sneakers ® & Muscular Strength & Range of Motion (MSROM)

- Have fun to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and activities for daily living. Hand held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

Sculpt/Tone Resistance and Weight Training Class Descriptions - All classes will include a warm up & cool down.

AllBall

- Trust the instructors to use the stability ball and/or mini ball to provide you with a low impact workout designed to increase endurance, improve balance and functional (daily/routine) movement, and challenge your flexibility - all while strengthening your core. (NO STEP)

GunzBunz

- This toning hour will use a variety of equipment (step for toning purposes only), to strengthen, define, and chisel your arms, shoulders, abs, glutes, hamstrings, calves, and everything in between.

Pump

- Advanced weight training with group fitness bar bell, weight plates and utilization of the step as a bench. Weight progression and super set training will be incorporated into the class. Participants may modify routines with alternate equipment.

Yoga

Traditional yoga poses and series for all levels with the development of breathing techniques to assist in form, flexibility, strength and health. In Power Yoga, traditional yoga poses are choreographed to invigorating music with a free flow flair.

Classical Pilates

- a strong emphasis will be placed on technique and muscle strengthening and elongation with the benefits to include overall body strength, stamina, flexibility, stability, balance and mental centering and focus.  "Extras" include light weight lifting and "apparatus" simulation using Thera-bands to further strengthen, tone and stretch. Participants are encouraged to attend a 15 minute stretch segment, when scheduled, or stretch on their own prior to any Classical Pilates class.

ABS

- 15 minutes of lower abdominals, upper abdominals, obliques, abs, guts, fluff…whatever you call it, we’ll stretch it, tone it, strengthen it! ALL gym members are encouraged to complement their cardiovascular and weight training routines with these 15 minute segments. Join us!!!

Stretch

- 15 - 60 minutes of head to toe sequences designed to elongate the muscles & increase flexibility. Resistance bands and/or balls may be used.

  • - Participants of all ages and fitness levels are welcome in any class.
  • - Unless noted, classes are one hour in duration.
  • - While all efforts will be made to provide scheduled classes, inclement weather or emergency may necessitate cancellation. We apologize in advance.
  • - Modifications are available and encouraged to meet your needs.
  • - Schedule subject to change- will be posted near group room door.

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Monday 5am-10pm
Tuesday 5am-10pm
Wednesday 5am-10pm
Thursday 5am-10pm
Friday 5am-9pm
Saturday 7am-3pm



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