Aerobic Class Description

Shape Up:  Slim down and tone-up - The HSPA beginner low impact aerobic thorough workout. Includes a 10-minute warm-up, body alignment, flexibility, strengthening and calisthenics.  20 minutes of low impact aerobics.  This class is especially for the new member and for those who wish to maintain their present state of fitness.

Mixed Impact:  Beginner-intermediate aerobic workout.  More difficult than the slim down and tone up class.  Features a warm-up,  25-30 minutes of low and high impact.  A continuous pace designed to strengthen, firm and challenge.  Some Pilates exercises will be implemented as well.

Low Impact:  This is an excellent class for everyone.  It maximizes fitness levels while minimizing the possibility of injury.  Performing low impact technique correctly will challenge cardiovascular endurance levels, burn more fat and improve over all body strength, dexterity and control.  There is little jumping involved in low impact.  It's best described as high powered stepping and large movement form of aerobic exercises.

Triple Mix: This class is designed to do it all!  It starts off with a warm-up, 10-15 minutes of low/mixed impact, steps, calisthenics and finishes with a stretch.  This class is for the beginner or advanced member.  If you're looking for a challenge as well as a little variety, this is the class for you.

Step:  A challenging workout for every level.  Working and concentrating on all major muscle groups.  Beginners use the 4-inch step, while the advanced use the 6-inch step.  Lots of combinations, leg/buttock work, arm exercises and strengthening work included.  A great way to get and stay in shape.

Boot Camp:  This class utilizes intervals of Plyometrics centered around the step.  Intervals consist of cardio, toning and abs., cardio, toning, abs, etc. etc. Additional floor work will also be added.

Tone and Shape:  This class will concentrate on the abdomen, with a focus on the upper and lower body.  We'll use an exercise ball, tubes and rubber bands to achieve these goals.

Please note: All classes are suitable for any level with modifications.  Remember to always work at your own pace and if you are new to our program please inform the instructor.

Aerobic Newsletter

1)                 Everyone must sign-in at the main office prior to taking class

2)                 If you have not filled out a release and waiver form that we have on file, see Lisa or Heather before taking any classes.  This is mandatory!

3)                 Class Cancellations will be posted on our website & our answering machine. 

Website is www.hspadance.com   Phone# 527-0892

4)                 Aerobic Prices 2005-2006

Walk-in fee                   =       $10.00

Option 1 – 5 classes      =       $45.00

Option 2 – 6 weeks       =       $75.00

Option 3 – 6 months     =       $195.00

Option 4 – 1 year          =       $325.00

Joint membership with the fitness center = $20.00

Payments may be placed in drop off box in the main lobby.  Please mark in the memo section-Aerobics and make sure your name is on check somewhere.  Thank you.

Note: There has not been a price adjustment in at least 10 years.

5)                 Please be respectful of your instructor and be on time to class dressed and ready to go.  Classes need and must start on time!

6)                 If you have any injuries or health issues please inform your instructor prior to class.

7)                 We have plans to add a few classes to our program.  If attendance falls below 4 per class, we will be forced to delete them from the schedule.  Don’t be afraid to try these new classes and give us feedback.  Possibilities include Tone & Shape & Beginner shape-up.

8)                 Due to limited space availability we often times use different studios on different days.  Be prepared to check the schedule to know what studio class will be held in.  We appreciate your flexibility.

We have wonderful and qualified instructors who are professionally trained and will sometimes want to alter or change parts of their workouts to make them more fresh, fun and beneficial to you.  If a routine becomes too repetitive, it becomes boring and your overall workout will suffer from it.  Remember, be open minded and patient with our new ideas and we’re sure you’ll see and feel the difference.  We appreciate your support and salute your dedication over many years we have been able to provide you with motivating and fun classes.  If any questions, concerns or suggestions ever come up, please feel free to discuss them with any of the instructors.