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Group Exercise Classes

 
 

Park Center Health & Fitness
2400 Chestnut Ave.

Glenview, IL 60026

Phone: (847) 657-3249

Fax: (847) 486-5398

                                                                                           

Passport Classes
With a Park Center Health and Fitness Passport you can attend fitness classes anytime you wish--with over 80 classes per week!

All Park Center Fitness Classes are open to both Park Center Health Fitness members and non-members ages 14 & older. Fitness Passports are available in denominations of 5, 10, 20 or 40 classes. Both Park Center Health and Fitness members and resident senior citizens receive a discount on Fitness Passports. Passports expire six months from date of purchase. Passports may not be transferred or shared. A Park Center ID Card or a "daily guest receipt" is required to attend class.

For a schedule of Summer Passport Classes (in effect June 11 through August 31), click here.


Purchase your Fitness Passport at Park Center's Health and Fitness Desk.

Note: You may also attend Passport Fitness classes all year long by purchasing a Platinum Package Upgrade when you join or renew your membership. For information on the Platinum Package Upgrade, go to Membership Categories and Fees.


PASSPORT CLASSES

STUDIO CLASSES

SUMMER STUDIO CLASSES

Yoga:

For all levels of fitness. This class relaxes, strengthens and soothes the body and mind. The focus is on increasing flexibility, balance, and strength through various postures and breathing.
Healing/Gentle Yoga:

Suitable for beginners, seniors, and those with limitations or prior injury.

Harness your mind and body’s natural healing potential.
Vinyasa Yoga/Forrest Yoga:

An energetic yoga practice that connects the breath (pranayama) to movement with longer held poses (asanas). This practice will allow you to refine postures and to move beyond limitations of the body and mind.
Yin & Yang Yoga:
Start by targeting connective tissues, ligaments and tendons with long held floor stretches. Follow up with a vigorous vinyasa flow to complete this perfectly balanced yoga class.
Pilates/Beginner:
A full body mat-based exercise class based on techniques developed by Joseph Pilates. Concentrate on restoring muscular balance, building strength, increasing flexibility and improving coordination, while improving body alignment and posture through core strength and stability.
Pilates Reformer available by appointment. See instructor for details or call Ginger Heisler, Group Exercise Coordinator, at (224) 521-2608.
Core Fusion:
A multi-level total body workout focusing on core strength and flexibility with cardio & strength segments. BOSUs, med balls & barefoot training are all explored!
Strength:
Strengthen with weights, tubing, fitness balls, medicine balls, dumbbells, etc. Proper technique and form are emphasized to create a workout that is effective, fun and safe.
Step Circuit:
Combine cardiovascular segments on the step with strength segments to increase both cardiovascular and muscular endurance.
Senior Fit:

A workout on the lighter side that includes muscle toning and balance work geared for the mature adult.
Zumba:
Combine high-energy and motivating music with unique and easy moves that allow you to dance your worries away. Great for the body and mind. A feel-happy workout for all!
Zumba Gold:

Zumba Gold is designed for the active, mature adult population or the true beginner participant. Improve coordination and balance with this easy to follow workout.  Zumba Chair workout available.
Zumba Steps:
Learn the break down of the basic dance steps used in Zumba as well as tighten, tone, lengthen and strengthen your muscles. Emphasis and strong focus on working core muscles.
LiteFitMix:
An easy mix of cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, and stretch. Great for beginners or novice level exercisers, seniors, or anyone looking for a lighter, effective workout.
Total Body:
Get a complete workout! Classes vary and may contain step, kickbox, strength, sports conditioning exercises and more. Abdominal work and stretches complete a Total Body workout.
Cardio Challenge:

Much like the Total Body workout with a focus on cardiovascular training. Class segments vary from week to week and can include strength, kickbox and sports conditioning drills. Balance and core work make this challenging class well-rounded.

Cardio Kick:

This class provides a high level of cardiovascular conditioning using sport-specific moves from boxing while improving muscular strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and balance.
Lo Impact:
Fitness for all ages! Adjust the intensity levels to meet your needs in this joint-friendly workout. Options will be offered for a low/moderate to intense workout.

SPIN CLASSES
Bike reservations required. Bike reservations held only three minutes past the start of class. Call (847) 657-3249 to reserve a bike 24 hours prior to class.

Spin:

A non-impact, high-energy cardiovascular ride on a stationary bike. Builds strength, endurance and stamina – a great form of crosstraining year round!
Spin & Core:
Use the first 45 to 55 minutes of class for your cardio workout and the remaining time to develop core strength.
Spin & Yoga:
Cycle first then increase flexibility, balance and strength with yoga.

WATER FITNESS CLASSES

Aqua/Outdoor Aqua:

A general conditioning class in the water to work all aspects of fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and improved body composition. Uses aqua dumbbells, noodles or resistance bands for strength training.
Light Aqua:

A great class for individuals desiring a lighter workout in the water. Appropriate for participants recovering from hip and knee replacements, those looking to reduce joint pain, or to increase range of motion, joint strength and flexibility.
H2O Light & Warm*:
This warm water class is designed for people with arthritis, limited range of motion, or those looking for post-rehabilitation.

*Registration required. Space is limited. Not a Passport Class.


PASSPORT CLASS FEES

5-Class Passport
PCHF Member: $37 ($7.40/class)
Resident: $45.25 ($9.05/class)
Nonresident: $56.50 ($11.30/class)
Senior (residents only): $35($7/class)

10-Class Passport
PCHF Member: $70 ($7/class)
Resident: $86.50 ($8.65/class)
Nonresident: $108 ($10.80/class)
Senior (residents only): $66 ($6.60/class)

20-Class Passport
PCHF Member: $133 ($6.65/class)
Resident: $169 ($8.45/class)
Nonresident: $206 ($10.30/class)
Senior (residents only): $128 ($6.40/class)

40-Class Passport
PCHF Member: N/A
Resident: $324 ($8.10/class)
Nonresident: $392 ($9.80/class)
Senior (residents only): N/A

Purchase your Fitness Passport at Park Center's Health and Fitness Desk.

Specialty Classes

For a list of specialty fitness classes requiring pre-registration and and additional fee, click here.

 

Last updated 6/13/08