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Join us for an introduction to the art and practice of the style of Tai Chi Chuan made famous by the Yang family. Strengthen the core, and improve balance and presence of mind. All levels of experience are welcomed!

Find your strength, balance, and calm. Join Jane for an accessible, fun, energizing yoga flow that builds strength, develops balance, and brings students out of their daily grind and into their true nature of goodness. We’ll get the heart rate up with vigor and then wind down, relax, and release tension in a class designed to make you feel better than when you came in the door. Each class features a unique, relatable theme based on insights from the yoga tradition. You’ll feel better physically and enjoy a calming theme you can contemplate and enjoy all week. Suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Participants should be comfortable sitting on and getting up from the floor. Bring your mat and water bottle, as well as blocks and strap if needed. We will have some yoga mats and blocks available to borrow.

Zumba takes the "work" out of workout by bringing a dance party to your fitness routine. High and low-intensity calorie-burning moves that focus on cardio, muscle toning and balance will be a focus. Expect a blend of Latin, hip-hop and African rhythms that guarantee tons of fun. Stylistic and fitness variations make this class accessible for participants of all abilities and ages. No dance experience is necessary, just your enthusiasm! See you on the dance floor! Bring a water bottle and small towel, and wear comfortable clothing and shoes. "Zumba with Dillon offers a fun cardio experience with some strength and stability woven in. I appreciate that there are lots of access points for a wide range of fitness and dance / style levels. Dillon is a pro!" "Dillon is a really fun and energetic instructor, and a great dancer, too! The music is fabulous, and he swaps out a song or two periodically (even had a cool Halloween mix!), which keep class interesting. He offers options during the class for low and high impact, too. Will take his class again!"- KD

Essentrics® is a full-body workout program that helps improve posture and balance through a dynamic and fluid combination of stretching and strengthening. The program rebalances the body, increasing flexibility and mobility for a healthy, toned and pain-free body. An Essentrics® session, set to motivating music, provides a full-body, weight-free workout that works to unlock the joints and release tight muscles. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle, and wear clothes that are comfortable to move in. "Beth was a great teacher for Essentric beginners-welcoming, kind, understanding and low pressure." "I felt much better at the end of each class. Beth’s instruction is clear, encouraging and kind. The classroom environment was very supportive." "The Essentrics class was good for toning muscles and improving postures." -PJM

Join us for an introduction to the art and practice of the style of Tai Chi Chuan made famous by the Yang family. Strengthen the core, and improve balance and presence of mind. All levels of experience are welcomed!

This class will offer full-body strength training for adults with little or no experience with weight lifting. Emphasis will be on safe, effective exercises appropriate for any level of fitness. Participants will be instructed and guided on all exercises with commitment to having each person understand the purpose and intention of the exercise, and know how to make it harder or gentler depending on the needs of the individual. Participants will be able to ask all the questions they want to develop their understanding of the principles of fitness. We will navigate around injuries and chronic conditions that need TLC. Classes will begin with a warm-up and end with a gentle stretch. Please bring a mat, a set of dumbbells (between 5 and 10 pounds depending on personal preference), and an exercise band (a long single band similar to what's in the photo) to class, along with water. Wear clothes that are comfortable for movement and exercise. "Heather was a wonderful instructor- so full of energy and information! This class was great for learning the basics and how to incorporate a strength training and exercise program into your life. She was responsive to questions and focused on the class being for and about the participants and their needs and offering modifications to exercises as needed. I’d love to see more classes taught by her!" "I have worked with personal trainers and physical therapist for years. Heather's knowledge and instruction is spot-on. In addition, Heather is so personable and she makes the program fun and enjoyable. I looked forward to this class every week. I would recommend this class to anyone, any age, who wants to learn good technique and make lasting changes in staying fit."

Find your strength, balance, and calm. Join Jane for an accessible, fun, energizing yoga flow that builds strength, develops balance, and brings students into their true nature of goodness. We’ll get the heart rate up with vigor and then wind down, relax, and release tension in a class designed to make you feel better than when you came in the door. Each class has a unique, relatable theme based on insights from the yoga tradition. You’ll feel better physically and enjoy a theme you can contemplate all week. Suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Participants should be comfortable sitting on and getting up from the floor. Bring your mat and water bottle, as well as blocks and strap if needed. We will have some yoga mats and blocks available to borrow. Note: Ellen Talbert will sub for Jane on 2/16 and 3/2. "This instructor is one of the best. She's funny, adds value/learning with her thoughtful words, and teaches at the perfect pace for her audience. Low lighting helps you relax and she creates a very welcoming environment." "Jane was FANTABULOUS and we appreciate all her teachings."

Essentrics® is a full-body workout program that helps improve posture and balance through a dynamic and fluid combination of stretching and strengthening. The program rebalances the body, increasing flexibility and mobility for a healthy, toned and pain-free body. An Essentrics® session, set to motivating music, provides a full-body, weight-free workout that works to unlock the joints and release tight muscles. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle, and wear clothes that are comfortable to move in. Interested in the Wednesday evening (5:30-6:30pm) class? Check out the listing here. "Beth was a great teacher for Essentric beginners-welcoming, kind, understanding and low pressure." "I felt much better at the end of each class. Beth’s instruction is clear, encouraging and kind. The classroom environment was very supportive." "The Essentrics class was good for toning muscles and improving postures." -PJM

Essentrics® is a full-body workout program that helps improve posture and balance through a dynamic and fluid combination of stretching and strengthening. The program rebalances the body, increasing flexibility and mobility for a healthy, toned and pain-free body. An Essentrics® session, set to motivating music, provides a full-body, weight-free workout that works to unlock the joints and release tight muscles. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle, and wear clothes that are comfortable to move in. Interested in the Monday afternoon (4:30-5:30pm) class? Check out the listing here. "Beth was a great teacher for Essentric beginners-welcoming, kind, understanding and low pressure." "I felt much better at the end of each class. Beth’s instruction is clear, encouraging and kind. The classroom environment was very supportive." "The Essentrics class was good for toning muscles and improving postures." -PJM

Celebrate your Irish heritage, or have fun learning about a different culture and learn an Irish jig in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Irish dance is for everyone! Learn a ceili dance and a reel with champion Irish dancer, Fiadhnait Moser-Hardy. No dance experience necessary. Bring a water bottle and wear moveable clothing and sneakers. Open to children and adults ages 10+ (children must be accompanied by an adult).