Fitness Class Descriptions

Summer 2016 | Wellness Classes
We offer a variety of wellness
programming including group
fitness classes (listed below),
personal training, fitness
assessments, a variety of aquatic
fitness classes, fitness challenges,
and active adult activities (must be
12 years or older to participate in
Wellness Classes). Current
Wellness Schedules for Community
Center and Downtown Activity
Center can be found on
playbentonville.com
General Wellness
Barre
A low impact class designed to
strengthen, tone, and balance the
whole body. Barre will include
workouts that incorporate ballet
barre, light weights & other equipment. Each class includes effective
sequence of toning with emphasis
on core, arms, glutes, and thighs.
Class size is limited.
Barre Express
A shorter version of our Body Barre
class that delivers maximum results
in a minimum amount of time.
Strengthens, lengthens, and tones
all muscle groups with a combination of ballet, pilates, and strength
training. Class size is limited.
BB Barre
The Booty Barre class is a unique,
fun, high energy class that fuses
legendary fitness techniques from
Pilates, Dance, Yoga and Athletic
Intervals. You will streamline, firm,
tighten, and tone your entire body
without adding bulk, while creating
balance, body awareness, flexibility
and cardiovascular endurance. No
dance background is require. Class
size is limited.
BollyX
BollyX is a Bollywood-inspired
dance-fitness program that
combines dynamic choreography
with the hottest music from around
the world. Its 50-minute cardio
workout cycles between higher and
lower-intensity dance sequences to
get you moving, sweating, and
motivated all at the same time. At
the very core of a BollyX workout is
the inspiration it draws from the
music and dance of Bollywood, the
film industry of India. Class offered
at Community Center on Friday’s
from 5:45-6:45pm in the Wellness
Studio.
Boot Camp
High Intensity Interval Training
focus workout will get your heart
rate up and every muscle working.
This high
intensity torches calories but will
also rev up your metabolism. This
class includes plyometrics,
kickboxing, strength training and
much more.
Cardio Body Pump
Cardio and high-repetition weight
training are combined in this
training class to burn calories and
tone your entire body. Class will be
offered on Wednesday’s
11:30-12:00pm in Studio A.
Cross Train Cycle
Combines indoor cycling intervals
with strength intervals off the bike
for a fat-burning, muscle-sculpting
workout. Class will be offered on
Monday’s 11:30-12:00pm in Studio
A.
CRT (Cardio Resistance
Training)
This class will alternate intervals of
cardio drills and strength training
exercises for a full body workout
that will help you reach your fitness
goals whether you are a novice
participant or an athlete that wants
to push your limits.
Cycling
See consistent results while
burning a high amount of calories
and improving cardiovascular
endurance in this non-impact class.
Whether you're a beginner or avid
cyclist this class is for you - it's
modified for all levels! Instructor
focuses on fun and challenging
rides with steady progressions
towards the end of each format.
Different rides include but are not
limited to intervals, strength, split
rides, race day, combo & variety.
Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga is designed for anyone
who wants a less vigorous and
healing practice. This class is also
suitable for those with muscle/joint
Circuit Training
pain, stiffness, weakness, or
Challenge your body with intense
fatigue, or recovering from injury or
intervals paired with quick rest
surgery. Includes yoga stretches,
periods to strengthen, tone, and
movements and breathing.
push your body to new limits.
Circuits are a great way to achieve Modifications are taught to help
total body fitness and improve body more people practice safely and
compositions. All fitness levels are sustainably. Appropriate for new
students as well as students who
welcome.
have been practicing yoga for a
while. Class will be held at
Downtown Activity Center from
9:00-10:00am in Studio B on
Monday and Wednesday.
Group Training
Individualize your workout by training
at your own intensity as you rotate
through a circuit of strength and cardio
intervals that are different every class.
Maximize fitness gains with
uncomplicated training and a
motivating group environment.
Interval Cycling
These rides focus on specific work
efforts alternated with recovery periods.
These may be easier in intensity
(”aerobic intervals”), where work
intervals are longer in length (5-15 min)
with shorter recovery periods. Higher
intensity intervals (”anaerobic
intervals”) are also offered, and will be
more intense, with shorter work
intervals (15 sec- 3 min) and longer
recoveries. A good fitness base is
recommend for this 30 minute high
intensity class.
Intervals
Get a head to toe workout combining
athletic strength & cardio intervals.
Using various equipment this class is
guaranteed to give you an “all in one”
workout! All levels welcome. Class
offered at BCC on Fridays only from
3:30-4:30pm.
Jump Start
PiYo
A perfect blend of Pilates/Yoga with
dance and athletics. This is a stretch
workout for those who want more than
just flexibility; they want to burn fat and
build muscle. This dynamic fusion
workout is easy on the joints, yet
delivers strength, balance, agility and
flexibility in one unique calorie-burning
workout.
Power Pump
A strength class using bar weights and
hand weights to increase muscle
strength and tone. This workout is fast
paced, working each muscle group for
a total body strength workout in only 30
minutes. ** Recommend arriving a few
minutes early to set up needed weights
and bench.
STEP
With a portable platform with height
adjustable risers, you will do
choreographed exercise routines up,
onto, down and around the step for
great cardio fitness, as well as
exceptional training to shape the lower
body. Your coordination will be tested
at times! If you want strong legs, a
lifted butt and a functionally fit core step this way! Offered at the
Community Center. Class size is
limited.
A high intensity 30 min class that
focuses on plyometric, cardio and body Step N Strength
weight exercises. All fitness levels are An interval class that mixes both step
encouraged.
aerobics and strength training in one
designed workouts. This unique class
allows you to work both your heart &
Pilates
your muscles extensively in one class.
Classes flow through a series of
By doing short circuits of cardio on the
controlled exercises that engage the
mind while conditioning the total body. step, followed by strategic intervals of
strength training, you will definitely
The combination of strength and
flexibility training improves posture and leave this class feeling like you used
your time efficiently.
balance, creates long, lean muscles,
and aids in stress reduction. Pilates
takes a balanced approach in which no
muscle group is overworked and the
entire body works together as an
efficient, holistic system.
Strong Women
This class is offered at 1:00pm when
the fitness floor is less crowded. A
certified personal trainer will lead the
60 minute class through various
exercises on our strength machines for
a balanced workout. Class is offered at
Community Center on Tues/Thursday
and we will meet downstairs next to
wellness desk. Class is free & limited to
7 members.
Tai Chi
The ancient art of tai chi uses gentle
flowing movements to reduce the
stress of today’s busy lifestyles and
improve health. Monthly registration is
required for this free class. Register at
playbentonville.com or at the Front
Desk at either Downtown Activity
Center or Community Center location.
TreadHIIT
TreadHIIT is a cardio/weight training
class that alternates between a
treadmill and selected weights that will
guarantee to increase muscle & burn
calories in a fun workout geared to
your individual level and goals.
TreadHIIT is a class for everyone, not
just runners. Class size is limited to 12
participants. Class will be offered in fall.
TRX Basic
Start with this simple TRX workout as
you increase total-body flexibility,
promote mobility, stability, and develop
core strength. This class focuses on
technique, flexibility, balance, and
strength by developing basic
foundational exercises through easy to
follow progressions. Class size is
limited. (60 min class).
TRX Circuit
Ready to challenge your workouts with
high intensity, powerful movements at
faster tempos? This class has interval
sets combining TRX and cardio drills.
This class keeps your heart rate
pumping, and burning mega calories
while you are engaged in intense body
conditioning. Class size is limited (45
min class).
Yoga Flow and Restore
Flow and Restore combines warming
vinyasa flow with supported restorative
postures for a balanced and relaxing
practice. We will begin warming the
body with traditional sun salutations
and standing postures, work on arm
balances and inversions, move to
seated folds and twists, and end with a
few deep restorative poses using props
to fully open the hips, spine, and heart.
Yoga Flow
Flow through yoga postures using your
breath as your guide to bring together
the mind, body, breath and spirit.
Physical practice of Asana (the poses)
increased flexibility and strength. As
your practice develops, observe your
flexibility and strength off the mat as
well. We recommend participants to
bring your own mats.
Zumba
Zumba is an exhilarating, effective
easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie
burning dance fitness party that’s
moving millions of people toward joy
and health.
Older Adult
Balance and Fall
Prevention
Limber & Stretch
This is primarily a chair exercise class
designed for the older adult or
individual who may have some
functional limitations. Format will
include flexibility, relaxation, and
balance components. Light resistance
equipment used include, stretch bands
and small balls. Join this class to put
the “Fun” into Function! Class is offered
on Thursday mornings in the Citizens
Lounge from 10:30-11:00am.
Senior Fitness
A low impact class that includes
exercises for the total body in order to
improve muscle strength/endurance,
balance, and posture. Participants
will use light resistance equipment with
emphasis on correct technique. Class
is designed for beginners, as well as
the individual that may be getting back
into an exercise program. Exercises
will be adapted for individuals as
needed. Classes are located at the
Community Center in the Wellness
Studio.
Kids Fitness
Fit Kids
Kids Fitness is a FUN class for kids
5-10 that combines aerobics, dance,
yoga, sports, strengthening, gross
motor skills and balance. Kids will
move their bodies and enjoy the group
energy with their peers.
Reduce your risk for falls and loss of
independence with this class that
focuses on balance, agility, and
strength. Class offered on Tuesday
Zumba Kids
mornings in the Citizens Lounge. Class (Ages 7-11 years)
is offered on Tuesday morning in the
High energy fitness party packed with
Citizens Lounge from 10:30-11:00am. fun, kid-friendly moves and music
designed to impress today’s youth and
tomorrow’s Zumba class participants.
Extension Get Fit
Class size is limited to 15 participants.
A strength training program designed
specifically for mid-life and older
women and men. Classes are held at
Zumba Kids
the Downtown Activity Center on
(Ages 4-6 years)
Tuesday/Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm in High energy fitness party packed with
Studio B. Registration is required for
fun, kid-friendly moves and music
this free class. Please register at
designed to impress today’s youth and
playbentonville.com or at the Front
tomorrow’s Zumba class participants.
Desk at either the Downtown Activity
Class size is limited to 15 participants.
Center or Community Center location.
Aquatics Fitness
Aqua Aerobics
This water exercise class is designed
to focus on cardiovascular fitness,
muscular endurance and flexibility.
Open to all levels of fitness. Instruction
includes low impact options. Swimming
and non-swimmers alike will benefit
from this program.
Location: Competitive Pool
Aqua Bootcamp
Get ready to be challenged by the
resistance of the water in Aqua
Bootcamp! Adults of all ages can
benefit from this high intensity, interval
workout using resistance equipment for
an additional
challenge. Great cross-training option
for athlete’s wanting to reduce impact
without sacrificing intensity. Class will
be offered on Monday and Wednesday
from 10:30-11:30am
Aqua Bootcamp Extreme
This class is an "ADVANCED" version
of Aqua Boot Camp. We will work to
tone and strengthen muscles using
aqua-dumbbells and water resistance
as well as focus on cardio conditioning
with water calisthenics and plyometric
movements (jump training). This class
will also include some swimming and
treading water so the ability to swim a
full lap of the pool and tread water
WITHOUT a flotation device is
required--NO EXCEPTIONS. While this
class is EXTREME; it is low impact on
joints. The class will be held in the
competitive pool and will utilize both
the deep end and shallow end to
maximize your workout. This class is
45 minutes of fast-paced, muscle
pumping aqua fitness---you will get wet
and you will sweat--you just won’t
notice! NOTE: Please arrive in swim
attire ready to workout at least 5
minutes prior to the start of class to get
your equipment. This class takes place
in the competitive pool on Thursday at
10:30am.
Aqua Zumba
Aqua Zumba is the “pool party”
workout for all ages. You’ll learn
challenging and effective water-based
workouts that integrate various Latin
American/international rhythms and
dance into traditional aqua fitness
environment. Benefits include being
one of the best forms of exercise for
muscles in the human body, an
increase in participants’ aerobic fitness
level, and its fund and invigorating to
be in water.
Location: Competitive Pool
Barre-A-Cuda
Based upon the newest trend in land
exercise, enjoy creative water exercise
sequences that use a noodle as a
ballet barre for both stability and challenge. This ballet-inspired barre aqua
workout utilizes the principles of dance,
functional strength training and Pilates
to lengthen and strengthen your arms,
legs and core. Experience small
isometric movements and full
range-of-motion exercises to tone and
fatigue the muscles of the entire body.
Deep Water Running
This is a challenging class held in the
deep end, where you’ll run vertically
without stressing your joints. You’ll
increase your land stamina and power
in the process.
Location: Competitive Pool
In-Body 370 Body
Composition Test
In-Body 370 Body
Composition Test
In-Body has revolutionized the field of
Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis and
is the most advanced product on the
market. The In-Body Test is fast,
accurate and non-invasive. By standing
on the device for 45 seconds, the
In-Body Test reveals your Percent
Body Fat, muscle distribution, Body
Composition History and more. Please
contact Jenn Valentine at
[email protected] to schedule an appointment.
Member: $10 Non-Member: $15