So you’ve run a 5K—now what? You liked training for a three-mile race and are ready to take your running to the next level, but don’t know how? Whether you want to run a five-miler, a 10K, or a half-marathon and beyond, this course will teach you how to safely achieve your fitness goals by balancing strength, speed, hills, and endurance into your week. Coach Gaggi will give you a custom training program based on your running goals and check in with you weekly to keep you on track. Most classes meet at Spy Pond. Prerequisite: For the 3 months before the start of the class, you need to have consistently run 3 times a week with at least 2-3 non-stop miles per run, totalling at least 6-9 weekly miles. If you don’t have a solid base for this course, you may get injured. Start logging your miles today!

Enjoy some of ballroom’s most popular social dances. Whether you want to float like Fred and Ginger or put a little sexy hip action into those Latin dances, come join in the dancing fun. Couples and singles are welcome. Beginning: We will break down the basics of footwork, musicality, and partnering in swing, salsa, rumba, and more. Two left feet? No rhythm? No problem! Once you learn the basic steps, you’ll be able to spice up any dance floor you step on. Continuing: Ready to move past the basics? We will cover a variety of moves, like crossovers, turns, and combinations, to up your dance game. We will also dive into styling and technique to give you a more polished look.

This class is the low-impact version—but still high-energy—of the Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program. At the very core of a BollyX workout is the inspiration it draws from the infectious energy, expression, and movement of the music and dance of Bollywood, the film industry of India. Follow along and learn the dance moves as you go. This great cardio workout will get you moving, sweating, and smiling.

Get your heart pumping and your body moving with BollyX, a high-energy dance fitness program inspired by the vibrant song and dance sequences of India’s Bollywood movies. Unleash your inner swagger as you cycle between high- and low-intensity intervals choreographed to upbeat music from around the world. It’s a full-body workout that’s fun, fast-paced, and easy to modify for any fitness level. No dance experience required.

Chair yoga is highly adaptable and ideal for beginners, seniors, anyone with injuries, or those wanting to bring yoga’s benefits to the office. This practice helps your body relax and your mind quiet while improving strength, flexibility, and stress management. Chair-based postures can easily fit into your daily routine, helping you increase self-awareness and revitalize your life. Please note: There will be no classes May 19, 26, and June 2

Step back onto the dance floor if you’ve taken Monica’s Salsa class or have some prior experience. Groove and spin your way through the vibrant rhythms of Latin dance as we build on salsa fundamentals and explore related styles like upbeat merengue and slow, sultry bachata—dances you’re likely to encounter at a salsa night. We’ll focus on combinations, technique, and musicality. Couples and singles are welcome. If you’re new to salsa, try Beginning Ballroom. Please note: If attending as a couple, both dancers must register individually.

There’s nothing more fun than country western line dancing! You don’t even need a partner. Come get low-impact exercise as we dance to (mostly) country western music. Beginner: If you’ve never line danced before or have only done a few classes, we’ll start from the very beginning, with simple dances that teach you the basic building blocks of line dancing. Continuing: For those who have been dancing for a while and are ready for a new challenge, these dances are longer, faster, and have more turns.

Essentrics lengthens and strengthens every muscle in the body through a dynamic combination of movements. This completely original full-body workout draws on the flowing movements of tai chi and ballet to create a balanced, flexible, and pain-free body. Essentrics rebalances the body, prevents and treats injuries, unlocks tight joints, and develops lean, strong, and flexible muscles with immediate changes to your posture. Full-Body: A faster tempo with additional emphasis on toning. Gentle Stretching: For all ages and fitness levels and for those who are looking for a gentle, slow-tempo class that will help produce greater joint mobility. For all classes, please bring a yoga mat and small towel.

Shake, shimmy, slide, and sweat your way through great music that gets your heart pumping and your body moving. Join this energizing workout session, moving to salsa, merengue, swing, and more. Get a total body workout through cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility. You won’t even realize what a great workout you’re getting because you’ll be having so much fun! Dances are easy to learn, fun to follow, and gentle on your joints. Open to all fitness levels, no experience is necessary.

This energetic dance class features a combination of street dance styles, including hip hop, locking, and house. Created in the 70s and 80s, these styles have roots derived from even earlier times. Each week you will learn a new routine choreographed to different music. The focus is on having a good time—the only real structured moves are smiles and laughs!

Challenge yourself on the climbing wall in the AHS gym in this class for beginners. Get the skills needed to safely belay on a ropes course, including how to fasten your climbing harness, tie a figure 8 knot, and participate in a team belay. You will also have the opportunity to learn how to solo belay using the PBUS (pull, brake, under, slide) method.

Discover how to move with greater ease and reduce chronic pain, muscle tension, and stress by learning the Alexander Technique. This method helps you identify and undo unhelpful habits your body has developed over time—think of it as rebooting your natural coordination system. You’ll explore the five core principles, gain simple yet insightful anatomy basics, and practice everyday movements like sitting, walking, and breathing to improve whole-body awareness and function in daily life. Please note that the first class is 90 minutes and will run until 12:15.

Start your day with a grounded, energizing yoga practice designed to connect mind, body, and spirit. Cultivate calm, focus, strength, and flexibility through accessible poses and thoughtful breathwork. You’ll receive individualized guidance to deepen body awareness and attain proper alignment. Open to all levels. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, a strap or belt, two blankets, a pillow, and yoga blocks (if you have them) to your class.

Get moving with LaBlast, the partner-free dance fitness workout created by Dancing with the Stars pro Louis van Amstel. Blend fitness moves with ballroom dance styles like mambo, foxtrot, disco, and jive, all set to an upbeat mix of pop, rock, jazz, and hip-hop. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or stepping onto the floor for the first time, LaBlast offers a low-impact way to stay active, build strength, and learn to dance—while having an absolute blast.

There’s more to running than just “left, right, left, right.” This slow-moving, endurance-building program focuses on proper running form, with an emphasis on lower back and core strength to help build strength and reduce the risk of injury. Each class combines dynamic and plyometric pre-workout stretches, a guided workout, and static post-workout stretching, with additional core and strength exercises assigned as homework. You’ll also learn how to track mileage using a device or an old-fashioned notebook to support your personal fitness goals. Most classes meet at Spy Pond.

You may know parkour for its high-flying flips and big jumps, but its basic principles can also be used to help active older adults become physically stronger and more mentally confident. In this transformative course for ages 40+, improve your balance and agility with low-impact moves under the guidance of trained and supportive coaches. Learn how to avoid falls, or how best to fall if it happens; how to turn obstacles into opportunities; and how to incorporate functional fitness into your everyday movements.

With roots in traditional Chinese medicine, qigong’s goal is to cultivate and balance our life energy, or “qi.” Qigong practice typically involves meditative, slow-flowing movement coordinated with deep rhythmic breathing to produce a calm state of mind. Part of traditional Chinese medicine, the practice is similar to tai chi but simpler, and benefits can include improved immunity, better balance, and lower blood pressure. We will learn about the three dantiens (flow centers) and practice exercises specifically related to the primary organs of the body. Flex and stretch gently, and learn simple routines you can practice at home. No class 4/23 and 5/14

Enjoy a slow flow yoga practice that integrates movement with breath. Move through fluid sequences of sun salutations and standing or seated postures designed to improve physical health, reduce stress, enhance sleep, and deepen mindfulness. The pace will be slower, with longer holds to focus on the connection between breath and movement. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your mat (props are optional).

Build strength and condition your muscles and joints through a structured routine. After a dynamic warm-up, we’ll move into a sequence of exercises using both weights and bodyweight. The session ends with core-strengthening finishers and a short stretch. This format will be repeated for several weeks, allowing time to refine form, improve breathing, and gradually increase weight. The routine will be modified every few weeks to ensure continued progress and challenge. Students must bring: Yoga mat, a set of weights (5-15lb, depending on your preference/strength level), and resistance bands.

The ultimate in no-impact aerobics, tai chi naturally relaxes the body, promoting calm and peace of mind while improving posture, balance, and flexibility. The practice increases blood flow throughout the entire body, keeps joints flexible, and restores elasticity to muscles. It is a form of exercise that actually becomes better for you as you age. Get an introduction to a series of short forms that embody the basic principles of tai chi. Tai chi rowing and walking will be introduced, as well as a set of general exercises for health, energy, and balance. Note: This class is for all levels. No class 5/13

Tai chi is both a cultural experience and an excellent way to exercise and improve balance and coordination. These classes are taught by a 6th-generation tai chi master and native of China and will focus on accuracy, consistency, and fluency to further strengthen your body’s balance. All Levels: This class explores the first 16 of the 88 postures in the traditional Yang style tai chi long form. Learn steps, hand movements, balance, and form. The instructor provides individual attention and a strong sense of the history and context in Chinese culture for these movements. Continuing: We will expand on the principles and postures introduced in the All Levels class, focusing on the next 32 postures. Refine your form and fluidity and increase your strength and flexibility as you continue your tai chi journey.

Have you told yourself that you can’t do yoga because of a hip replacement, knee pain, frozen shoulder, lower back pain, or something else? Join this gentle yoga class that focuses on somatic techniques and uses props to expand your capacity for movement, improve posture, and recalibrate muscles and internal organs. Explore sensations and get more comfortable in your own body using blankets, therapeutic balls, blocks, chairs, belts, and other tools. For each class, students must bring: Yoga mat, and blanket that is able to cover the yoga mat (yoga blanket or any old blanket from home) Yoga strap (8 or 10 feet highly recommended ) Two (2) yoga blocks Two (2) tennis balls or therapy balls Towel that can be used as pillow, or a small pillow if available

Build strength, improve posture, and increase flexibility through a dynamic blend of yoga poses and Pilates drills. Focus on your core, legs, glutes, and arms with a mix of body-only movements and targeted sequences using optional props such as bands, balls, and ankle weights to deepen the challenge. Consistent repetition fires your core and develops strength and mobility. Props are recommended but not required. Essential Materials: Yoga mat, water bottle, towel Recommended Materials: Pilates ball, ankle weights, resistance band

Improve your balance and prevent falls with yoga poses designed to help you better navigate your daily life. We’ll combine breathing and meditation with strengthening and stretching exercises for the entire body, resulting in an overall feeling of wellness and relaxation. This class is appropriate for everybody, whether you are new to yoga or an experienced yogi(ni). Chairs will be used to help us balance. Note: Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and a yoga strap.