Group Exercise

BODYPUMP and BODYCOMBAT are at the MAC!

Check the September schedule for BODYPUMP and BODYCOMBAT!

BODYCOMBAT™ is the empowering cardio workout where you are totally unleashed. This fiercely energetic program is inspired by martial arts and draws from a wide array of disciplines such as karate, boxing, taekwondo, tai chi and muay thai. Supported by driving music and powerful role model instructors, you strike, punch, kick and kata your way through calories to superior cardio fitness. Like all the LES MILLS™ programs, a new BODYCOMBAT™ class is produced every three months with new music and choreography.

BODYPUMP™ is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for – and fast! Like all the LES MILLS™ programs, a new BODYPUMP™ class is released every three months with new music and choreography.

Sandi Phillips, Aerobics Director 330.2222 ext. 313

The MAC has of the strongest and most complete group exercise programs in the area. All classes are free to members, and are offered seven days a week throughout the day and evening. All instructors have a primary certification from one of the three national certification organizations and other certifications pertinent to the discipline being taught.

Group Exercise Schedule :

SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE

Group-Ex Class Descriptions

Body Pump: is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60 minute workout challenges all of your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for – and fast! Like all of the LES MILLS programs, a new BODY PUMP is released every three months with new music and choreography. Advanced

Body Sculpting: Class is entirely muscle resistance work using hand weights, body bars, body weight, rubber resistance, etc. Given class may target specific muscle groups. All Levels

TBS: Total Body Sculpt – Class is muscle resistance work which will attempt to challenge all muscle groups during the class. TBS/CORE will also add emphasis on core work at the end of class. TBS/STRETCH will add emphasis on the importance of complete stretching toward the end of class.

Classic STEP: Class using STEP platforms and choreography conforming to Reebok guidelines and terminology.

Gentle Yoga: Hatha Yoga including mainly mat work. The class will include elements of balance, flexibility, & breathe control. Novice

Tai Chi: A form of Chinese martial art, which is a series of continuous flowing body movements combining relaxation and exercise. All Levels

Fitness Yoga: Basic Hatha Yoga utilizing a combination of traditions. Participants will benefit form having some previous Yoga experience. All Levels

Yogalax: Class uses Yoga techniques and poses to lengthen and relax the muscles of the body, face, neck and shoulders, while clearing and soothing the mind. All Levels

Yoga: This class is a slower moving, more instructional system for physical, mental, and emotional development. The basic class will tone, while optional poses may challenge. The student works to their ability. All Levels

Pilates: Classical Pilates Mat to strengthen the core. All Levels

MAC Spin: Indoor cycling class; members are encouraged to use heart rate information to make the class more personally challenging and beneficial. All Levels

Spin & Spar: Class composed of 30 minutes of cardio kick box and 30 minutes of advanced heart rate spin class. Advanced

MACEZ Spin: Class designed for beginning riders or riders who desire a less intense workout. Will include being fitted on the bike, explanation of how to determine target heart zone, and basic ride positions. Class will be scheduled by request.

MAC Attack: Fiercely energetic cardio/ strength class based on boot camp drills & boxing training and combinations. Advanced

Buff & Shine: Senior workout to include cardio, strength, flexibility, and relaxation. Novice to Intermediate

Kick Boxing: Cardio intense, exercise for core and upper body strength, utilizing weight and elastic resistance. Class does not use gloves or bags. Advanced

HIT: High Intensity Training to include sports specific exercises, foot speed drills with agility and power. Advanced

LIA: Low Impact Aerobics – A combination of cardio, strength and flexibility maintaining a low impact profile. This class will be challenging without high impact moves. All Levels

Zumba: A cardio intense workout composed of Latin dance and Hip Hop-type moves to Caribbean and Latin music. All Levels

H₂0 Aerobics: Cardio strength, & flexibility fitness using exercise and water resistance. Novice – Intermediate

H₂0 R.O.M.: Introductory conditioning program for muscle strengthen and joint range of motion, and endurance improvement using water resistance.

Aqualyte: A slightly less intense version of the H₂0 Aerobics class. Beginners – Novice

H₂0 Arthritis: A very gentle class for those with extremely compromised joint mobility. Class follows guidelines of the Arthritis Association.

H₂0 Sculpt: Challenging muscle exercise using aqua dumbbells, kick boards, etc against the water resistance. Intermediate

Deep H₂0 Challenge: Cardio challenging class, performed primarily in deep water. May include H₂0 walking or running. Intermediate – Advanced

H₂0 Pilates: Traditional Pilates techniques performed in the pool to create a challenging workout. Intermediate – Advanced