Dance and move your way to fitness and have a lot of fun doing it. You’ll feel the pulsating rhythms and powerful percussions as they drive dynamic movements in this new dance and rhythm program. Drums Alive™ Golden Beats combines traditional aerobic movements with the powerful beat and rhythms of the drums. It is a workout for the entire mind, body, and spirit and can be modified for any fitness level.

A Typical Class

Class starts with warm-up exercises and stretches. Next is a series of movements to pulsating beats where participants take an active role in the percussions. A cool-down period ends the class.

Outcomes/Benefits

• Fun and creative expression
• Utilization of “whole body” thinking
• Kinesthetic awareness
• Improved balance
• Improved memory
• Increases your fun quotient

Tips + Preparation

New to class? Arrive a little early so our instructor can give you some pointers.

• Warm up before stretching by walking or doing gentle movements
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Our classes are cell-phone and PDA-free environments. Please turn them off during class.

Equipment Needed

• Exercise balls
• Drum sticks
• Equipment is provided by the Y.

Attire and What to Bring

• Come to class dressed and ready to move your body
• Loose-fitting, comfortable clothing made of breathable material to allow air flow
• Athletic shoes that provide adequate support and good traction to avoid slipping
• Water bottle