CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Island Athletic Club strives to offer our members the best possible group exercise experience! Each month we review our classes based on attendance, club visits, member and instructor input. Classes averaging consistenly fewer than 10 participants are usually re-scheduled, re-assigned (new instructor) or canceled, depending on time of day and seasonal considerations. Updated schedules are available at the club and also online approximately 5 days prior to the end of each month. Please check for changes regularly.

A brief description of each class on our current schedule. follows, and you can click here for a complete schedule of classes. Classes last from 25 to 60 minutes and are free for all members!

BodyFlow - (We recommend you bring your own Pilates/Yoga mat.) A 21st Century blend of Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates. This class is set to uplifting music and is designed to help you feel stronger, more flexible, and physically aware. Change the way you feel about your body – come in and join us anytime.

BodyPump - A strength endurance training class where muscle and music collide! Low on complexity but high in fun, BodyPump is designed to get you maximum results in the shortest amount of time by working your entire body in one hour.

BodyStep - Using a height-adjustable step and simple movements on, over and around the step you are motivated and encouraged by your instructor.  BodyStep is the energizing step workout that makes you feel liberated and alive!

BodyJam - A 55-minute workout set to the latest music and greatest dance moves.  BodyJam gives you all the benefits of caridovascular exercise, including burning lots of calories and increase your fitness levels.

Group Cycling - There’s nothing boring about this class…a 60-minute group cycling class for all ages and ability levels in our private cycling studio. An incredible cardio workout!

Dance Fitness - Learn Latin steps with fun dance moves.  Salsa, mambo, cha-cha-cha...you feel great with Chizue!  No dance experience is necessary so please come in and wake up with your friends - a wonderful way to begin your day!

Hatha Yoga - (We recommend you bring your own Pilates/Yoga mat.)  A gentle 55-minute Hatha yoga class with guided and focused breathing designed to balance, strengthen, energize and soothe your body and mind. Please arrive 5 minutes prior to class start time.

Core&More - Focus on core strength exercise plus gentle but effective stretch (includes MakkoHou) through all of your body.  You will look and feel better, leaner and fitter.  Also MakkoHou stretch brings many benefits for the back, hip and knee areas.  Al age groups willbenefit from this class.

Pilates Mat- (We recommend you bring your own Pilates/Yoga mat.)  Pilates is a gentle and effective form of exercise and designed for all ages and physical capabilities.  Participants will be guided through an easy-to-follow workout to strengthen, tone, and reshape.   Movements combine with focused concentration and conscious flowing breath to provide a truly holistic approach that benefits both body and mind.   

F.I.T. Functional Integrated Training  Upbeat class that combines the foundations of balance and stability with strength training.  The goal is to improve the quality of your daily activities. 

Tai Chi - Beginners are welcome to join this ongoing class based on the Tai Chi Health forms of Dr. Paul Lam.  Utilizing the essential principles of tai chi and qugong, participants can expect to build strength, develop better balance, and improve overall well-being with slow, gentle movement and breathing exercises.  Suitable for all ages and abilities, yet challenging for those who want to create internal heat and explore the depths of this ancient non-competitive Chinese martial art.

Zumba - Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements.  Zumba integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning.  Zumba is the most effective, innovative, and exciting workout designed for everyone.  Easy and fun!

Group Exercise Guidelines

• Consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.
  
• Warm-up and cool down segments are essential; take the necessary precautions if you must enter late or leave early.
  
• Wear proper footwear and attire.
  
• Utilize lockers to store personal items.
  
• Bring water in a closed, unbreakable container to each class.
  
• Be considerate of other members' exercise space and limit personal conversations during class.

Group Cycling Guidelines

• Please wear proper footwear and attire. 
• Utilize lockers to store personal items. 
• Bring water in a closed, non-breakable container to each class.
•   Be considerate of other members' exercise space and limit personal conversation during class. 
• Warm up and cool down segments are essential; take precautions so as not to disturb other class members if you must enter late or leave early.