(max capacity: 16)

Participation in Aikido can help to increase your ability to focus and stay calm under pressure along with developing strategies for conflict resolution. Participants will learn effective protection techniques of the traditional Japanese martial art, Aikido, as taught at Agatsu Dojos.  Students can expect to acquire skills in defense through redirection of force without aggression or competition. Specifically, foundational movement and timing principles will lead to techniques that engage throws, locks and pins. Students can expect to also learn ukemi, or the art of receiving techniques, which includes back falls. Exposure to handling of the Jo (wooden staff) and Ken (wooden sword) are also incorporated at this level. No previous experience needed!

(max capacity: 25)

This barbell class will strengthen your entire body and challenge all of your major muscle groups by using weight room exercises like squats, presses, lifts, and curls. Great music, motivating instructors, and a team environment will get you through every workout. You will use a variety of weighted barbells through different music tracks, each dedicated to a different muscle group. Instructions will guide you in movements, weight selections, and tempo. This is a strength training class but moves at a quicker pace, so you should expect both strength and cardiovascular efforts.  You will always make your own weight selection and decide if and when to challenge yourself. 

(max capacity: 30)

Are you looking for a mid-week reset? Join us for a 60-minute, accessible yoga practice where we use the tools of yoga to explore balance and mobility both with a chair and on a mat within the same class. Through the practice, we'll learn variations of traditional standing and seated yoga shapes that you can take with you off the mat into everyday life. The practice is a full Yoga experience including warm up, relaxation, making shapes, pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation. 

Chair, mat, blocks, and strap are provided--just bring yourself (and perhaps a cozy blanket/towel)! 

F.A.Q.: 

Am I flexible enough for yoga?

You are exactly flexible enough for this practice (no matter your current degree).

Am I ______ enough for yoga?

You also have just the right size, experience, age, and shape for this practice. This practice is one of self-discovery and renewal. So long as you bring your curiosity and compassion, you are ready.

(max capacity: 20)

Join one of our indoor cycling classes to get moving and find motivation with your fellow Profs!  Cycling allows you to train your aerobic and anaerobic fitness level in an energetic, group setting. Class focus can combine any variety of endurance, strength, intervals, high intensity and recovery. Instructors will use uplifting music and imagery to guide you through each class. Instructors will take you through hills, sprints, jogs, etc., by cueing speeds, gear, and power. You will alway decide if and when to challenge yourself throughout each ride.

This class will focus on slow, deep breathing techniques and meditative postures. Beginning with gentle postures and ending with a long rest, this practice aims to relax the mind and the body. Follow Instructor Abigail's voice as she guides you through this meditative practice.

(max capacity: 20)

Pilates Fusion is the best of both worlds - pilates core strengthening with elements of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). Bringing together the world of “mind-body” exercises with “high intensity” muscle endurance exercises. Your instructor will program traditional pilates exercises paired with a higher intensity move to find a sweet balance of functional core work and a cardiovascular push. With the workout changing week to week, you’ll find variety in the movements while strengthening each muscle group. With a focus on form, instructors will cue movements that you can use inside and outside of class.

 (max capacity: 30)

Reiki is a Japanese energy technique for stress reduction and relaxation that treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind, and spirit. Join Ashley Shaw, Reiki Master Teacher, for a guided meditation and Reiki session. Each attendee leaves the session with a tangible reminder of their experience.

(max capacity: 6)

Welcome to the Strength Zone! Check out our new piece of equipment, the HIT Hub, in the second floor Functional Training Room. This circuit style class will bring you through numerous stations, building strength, cardio, and functional training. With inspiring music and your coach on the mic, you'll be racing the clock through each station, raising your heart rate and tapping into your power. The HIIT Hub has everything from kettlebells to battle ropes, pull up bars, weighted sandbags, dumbbells, and more. All are welcome to succeed in this class, which is built so you can choose your weights, speed, and intensity. Power up in the Strength Zone!

(max capacity: 30)

Ditch the workout and join the party! This fun and easy to follow cardio dance class combines high energy and motivating Latin and World music with unique moves and combinations that make you feel like you are partying on the dance floor. Easy to follow and something everyone can do, Zumba® is a great way to get moving and relieve stress!  way to “dance away your worries.” No dance experience necessary.

Why did you become an instructor?

Why did you become an instructor?

Why did you become an instructor?

I love all that yoga has to offer. I love the blend of mindfulness and spirituality, and how it is incorporated into the movements. I truly believe yoga can benefit everyone, so I strive to create accessibility in all my classes.

What can people expect in a class?

A vinyasa style practice, with breath-linked movement. I offer multiple modifications and variations of poses to make it accessible to all levels.

Do you do anything unique we should know about?

I will sometimes incorporate Pranyama (breath work), and/or guided meditation in my classes.

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