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F-I-T First Class Descriptions
These classes are available for members of the Colvin Recreation Center. Classes that are marked with (*) require an enrollment fee that can be charged to your bursar. They are open for both students and faculty/staff. Not all classes are offered every semester. Check current schedule for availability.

Abs
*Absolutely Abs
AfroBeat
Afternoon Balance Yoga
Aikido
Argentine Tango
Ashtanga Yoga
Aqua Box
*Ballet - Beginning
*Ballet - Intermediate
Ballroom Dance
BASICS
*Bharata Natyam - Beginning
Body Pump
BOSU Ball
Cardio Kickboxing
Caribbean Music and Dance
Club Fit
Core 'n More
Country Western Dance
CPR/First Aid
Deep Water Aerobics
Fitness Orientation
Flex 'n Flexibility
Gentle and Prenatal Yoga
Happy Hour Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Hip Hop
Intermediate Yoga Blend

*Jazz Dance - Beginning
Kickboxing
Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Lunchtime Yoga
*Massage Therapy
Morning Bliss Yoga
Personal Fitness Trainer Certification
*Personal Training
Pilates
PiYo
Partner Yoga
Power Pilates
Prenatal Yoga
Salsa Dance
SCUBA
Solely Step
Spin
Stepography
Step-n-Pump
Stillcenter Yoga
Swim Lessons
Tae Kwon Do
Tai Chi
Total Body Workout
Weights for Women
Yin Yoga
YogaFit
Zumba
Abs - During this class Lindsay will lead you through a great 25 minute workout focusing on toning and strengthening your abs.

Absolutely Abs - DThis class is already a favorite of many students who want to tone and strengthen the abdominals.

AfroBeat - learn the art and catch the rhythm of african drumming. If you have your own drum, feel free to bring it.

Afternoon Balance Yoga - a combination of yin and yang yoga to balance your practice.

Aikido - Morikei Ujeshiba synthesized the art of Aikido from movements of the Japanese sword, staff, spear arts and empty handed Ju Jit Su. Aikido is unique in its gentle nature and lack of competitive atmosphere. Aikido employs sensitivity, balance, and timing, with all techniques performed with minimum force while maintaining maximum efficiency.

Argentine Tango - Learn the Latin flare to tango and rumba with the best of music

Ashtanga Yoga - this method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with progressive series of postures. The result can be improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.

Aqua Box - Enjoy a great cardio workout while taking advantage of being in the cool water of a pool. New class!

*Ballet - Begining - Beginners are welcome to enroll in ballet. This class is for those who wish to learn more about ballet and improve their technique.

*Ballet -Intermediate - takes you beyond the beginning level and builds upon what you have already accomplished.

Ballroom Dance - come and learn from a winning competive dancer some of the basic ballroom dances.

BASICS - Have you ever been somewhere and felt like you weren't comfortable? We want you to feel "at home" while working out at the Colvin. Sign up for one of the times offered and learn the ins and outs of cardio equipment and weight machines.

*Bharata Natyam - Beginning - come join in learning an art form in dance from India

Body Pump - Pump up those energy levels with Bekah or Jennifer while being led through an effective strength training workout.

BOSU Ball - this class incorporates the use of the BOSU Sport Balance Trainer to give you a total workout. While you are getting stronger and more fit, you can also improve your balance, coordination and body awareness.

Cardio Kickboxing - Better than Tae-Boe! This workout is an exciting and challenging cardiovascular workout using easy-to-follow shadow boxing moves on the floor and with the punching bag. You will feel empowered as you relieve the day's stress!

Caribbean Music and Dance - learn ancient African rhythms that translate into Latin influence in music.

Club Fit - do you just need a little encouragement and accountability to stay involved in exercise and healthy habits? This program is for you. Applications are available at the Customer Service Desk & online and we will choose participants after 9/8.

Core 'n More - Enjoy a class that incorporates cardio with strength training while concentrating on the core muscles.

Country Western Dance - learn basic two step from a competitive performance dancer during this four week class.

CPR/First Aid - Course content consists of video presentations, lecture, and practice by participants. In order to receive certification, you will need to be able to perform specific skills competently and pass a written exam with a score of 80% or higher.

Deep Water Aerobics - This aerobic class incorporates a wide variety of exercises ranging from running to jumping jacks in the deep water. Belts are provided for flotation. Toning and calisthenics both with and without water weights are conducted to increase muscle tone and strength.

Fitness Orientation - Have you ever been somewhere and felt like didn't fit in and weren't invited? Don't ever feel like a "Colvin Crasher". Sign up and get acquainted with the cardio machines, free weights, and weight machines. Get familiar with all aspects of the Colvin by attending our orientation and finally feel at home in the gym

Flex 'n Flexibility - come learn to lift and stretch, strengthen and lengthen those muscles. A good workout for people who aren’t wanting a cardiovascular class.

Gentle and Prenatal Yoga - Restorative yoga practice, focusing on letting go and allowing the body to relax and open up. We will start out with gentle flowing practice to warm up the muscles and will then gently move through asanas that will relax the mind and body. This class is open to everyone, and is safe for pregnant women.

Happy Hour Yoga - This invigorating all-levels yoga class will combine asana flow with deep relaxation and pranayama (breathing exercises). Newbies will gain an understanding of yoga fundamentals and alignment and more seasoned practitioners can explore the deeper variations in this upbeat and nurturing environment.

Hatha Yoga - yoga that is practiced for mental and physical health in the West.

Hip Hop - Get Funky, and groove your way to a better body. Learn cool new dances as you burn away unwanted calories!! Have fun, let loose and shake your caboose.

Intermediate Yoga Blend - This class combines meditation and deep relaxation with asana work, including sun salutations, hip openers, back bends, basic inversions, twists, and more. Pranayama (breathing exercises), proper alignment, and chakra fundamentals will be explored, so regular attendance is expected.

*Jazz Dance- Beginning - the basics of jazz dance; warmup, isolations, stretching, walking combinations and simple turns. No dance experience required.

Kickboxing - Begin to learn this great technique to achieve a satisfying workout and an excellent form of self-defense.

Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - A cardiovascular workout but also an excellent form of self-defense. Various forms of striking and grappling are used to defend oneself.

Lunchtime Yoga - Been sitting at a desk all week? Come relax and recharge your mind, body, and spirit through gentle and flowing yoga poses and guided relaxation in a peaceful and nurturing environment.

*Massage Therapy - Make an appointment for a relaxing, swedish, deep tissue massage from one of our liscensed therapists. Refer to our massage pamphlet or call 744-5510 for more information.

Morning Bliss Yoga - Gentle practice to wake up, refresh, and center the mind and body with basic asanas (poses), sun salutations, and guided meditation. Start your day with a healthy dose of positive energy and see how good you feel!

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification - join the fatest growing segment in the fitness industry. The 2-day NETA Personal Trainer Certification includes 14 hours of lecture, demonstrations and practical hands-on applications. This extensive workshop is designed for people with some fitness experience. Written exam and National Certification (valid for 2 years). Register online at www.NETA fit.org.

*Personal Training - we offer one on one, or buddy training to help get you in shape!

Pilates - Joseph Pilates used various techniques to strengthen the core muscles of the body. Through practicing these movements, you can learn body awareness, good posture, and easy movement. It also increases flexibility and agility.

PiYo - a blend of Pilates and Yoga

Power Pilates - a class that uses pilates to empower and strengthen the body. It can awaken awareness of the body and improve flexibility.

Partner Yoga - come with a partner for a fun-filled class and develop greater trust, stability, and strength by practicing postures together.

Prenatal Yoga - maintain the health and connection between your mind, body, and baby

Salsa Dance - learn the latin flavor of 14 weeks of dance. Start from the basics and build on technique.

SCUBA - offer NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) Open Water Certification Certification classes. The Pirate's Cove Scuba SHOP out of Oklahoma City sends certified instructors to teach the classes.

Solely Step - "Only" step - no weights or ab work involved in this class for the step purist.

Spin - a great cardio workout that's easy on the joints. The instructor guides you over rolling hills and through varied cardio pushes to maximize your endurance and improve your fitness level. Try it once and you'll be hooked! Pick up your spin number 30 min. prior to class from the customer service desk.

Stepography - In this class Angela will aid you by using the step and complex choreography to work your mind as well as your body.

Step-n-Box - a great combination of step and kickboxing with lots of energy and fun!

Step-n-Pump - This class combines step as well as body toning for upper and lower body. The class ends with an abdominal segment and stretch.

Stillcenter Yoga - Beginners are welcome to enroll in this class. Regular Hatha yoga practice develops the physical body with strength, stamina and flexibility: The emotional body with stability, confidence and discernment: The mental body with awareness, concentration and focus. The overall result is physical, emotional and mental tranquility, enabling one to completely relax while feeling strong, confident, and aware

Swim Lessons - learn the basics or build on your technique to improve your stroke. One on one instruction is available by filling out an application at the kiosk.

Tae Kwon Do - The Tae Kwon Do class teaches the discipline of Korea's national martial art. The class focuses on kicking , punching, blocking, self-defense, sparring, forms, heavy bag training, board breaking, and optional tournament competition. The class also emphasizes learning the 5 tenets of Tae Kwon Do: self-control, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, and an indomitable spirit.

Tai Chi - This martial art originated in China nearly one thousand years ago. Today the art is practiced around the world by millions of people. For centuries, evidence has shown that Tai Chi has many benefits as a form of exercise and meditation for developing physical strength and mental balance.

Total Body Workout - Challenge your endurance with the cardio segment before incorporating resistance equipment.

Weights for Women - learn the basics of weight training for women in a non-intimidating atmosphere.

Yin Yoga - Focus is on letting go and stretching the connective tissues in the body rather than the muscles. Supported asanas are held in a very relaxed and meditative manner for 3 to 5 minutes. This is an excellent class for encouraging flexility and deep relaxation.

YogaFit - is designed to improve the health, performance, and mental acuity of persons interested in improving their level of fitness. It blends balance, strength, flexibility, and power in a fitness format.

Zumba - A total body workout with cardio conditioning in a latin flavor. It's so much fun that you don't even realize you are dancing and conditioning the body.

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