This class provides a total body workout that targets core strength and balance for all ages and abilities. Participants work with a partner, practicing kicks, punches, and self-defense strategies designed to increase cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, range or motion, and agility. The total effect of the class is development of body and mind while having FUN!

A Typical Class

Class begins with warm-up exercises as instructors teach the moves that will be performed in class. You’ll work with your partner for most of the class. Class ends with cool-down moves and stretching.

Outcomes/Benefits

• Strengthens the heart and lungs
• Burns calories
• Lowers total cholesterol
• Decreases stress
• Reduces the risk of some diseases
• Improves quality of life

Tips + Preparation

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

• Focus on fun! Don’t worry about perfection – we’ve all been there!
• Feeling lost? Continue moving until you’re able to re-join the class
• Don’t give up. It usually takes a few classes before you start to feel comfortable and more at ease

Equipment Needed

No equipment necessary

Attire and What to Bring

• Come to class dressed and ready to move your body
• Wear loose-fitting, functional workout clothing made of breathable material to allow air flow
• Proper gym shoes, comfortable fit
• Water, towel