Get Fit!

Leland Cultural Arts Center offers many ways to get fit and stay healthy this fall and winter.

MONTHLY RUNNING GROUP
Run with this new monthly running group for an easy 3-miler. All paces welcome. Supplies: hydration and appropriate illumination and reflective gear. This program is subject to inclement weather; stay connected.
Location Founders Park
Fee: Free
First Wednesday of each month, starting Sep. 1 at 5:30 PM

JINGLE JOGS
The monthly running group is getting festive! Don some holiday running apparel and join these special Monthly Running Group meetups. Get creative with a costume but don’t forget safety lights and/or reflectors! All paces welcome. This program is subject to inclement weather, stay connected.
Dec. 1, 5:30 PM
Dec. 12, 5:30 PM
Jan. 5, 5:30 PM

BARRE FITNESS
This class combines ballet-inspired moves with elements of Pilates, yoga, dance and strength training. The small isometric muscle movements used during barre class build muscle strength without putting a strain on ligaments and tendons like other fitness training methods can. This class will improve balance, build strength and flexibility, burn calories and improve stability through a stronger core. All levels. Supplies: yoga mat, light weights and water.
No class: Nov. 22 and Jan. 17
Fee $50 / $60
Instructor: Tracie Rabalais
Sep. 13 – Oct 18, 7 – 8 PM (7957)
Oct. 25 – Dec. 6, 7 – 8 PM (7958)
Jan. 10 – Feb. 21, 7 – 8 PM (7959)

ZUMBA
Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system. This class mixes low- and high-intensity dance moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance party. Elements of dance fitness are combined including cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, flexibility and boosted energy. All levels.
No class: Nov. 22 and Jan. 17
Fee $50 / $60
Instructor: Tracie Rabalais
Sept. 13 – Oct. 18, 6 – 7 PM (7961)
Oct. 25 – Dec 6., 6 – 7 PM (7962)
Jan. 10 – Feb. 21, 6 – 7 PM (7963)

ZUMBA IN THE PARK
Get outdoors and enjoy Zumba at Founders Park! This dance fitness party is an excellent cardio and muscle conditioning workout. Register for classes individually or all thee together! All levels.
Location: Founders Park
Instructor: Tracie Rabalais
Fee: One Class $5 / $7
Sep. 8, 6 – 7 PM (8072)
Sep. 15, 6 – 7 PM (8073)
Sep. 22, 6 – 7 PM (8074)
Fee: 3 Class Pack $13 / $18
Sep. 8 – Sep. 22, 6 – 7 PM (8071)

DANCERCIZE
Dancercize is designed to meet the needs of participants who desire a low impact yet vigorous dance workout without complicated dance sequences. This fun dance workout accommodates various fitness and skill levels.
All levels. No lessons: Nov. 11 and 25
Fee $40 / $50
Instructor: Joy Cranidiotis
Sep. 9 – Oct. 14, 2 – 3 PM (7953)
Oct. 21 – Dec. 9, 2 – 3 PM (7954)
Jan. 13 – Feb. 17, 2 – 3 PM (7955)

TAI CHI: BALANCED & FIT
Balance the body, mind, and spirit while flowing through this peaceful martial art form set to the rhythm of breath! Get fit with dynamic warmups, QiGong breath-energy meditations, and repetitive flow through 13 Yang Style Tai Chi Forms.
All levels.
Supplies: lightweight, loose clothing, flat-soled sneakers, water and a walking-balance aid (if needed).
No class: Nov. 23
Fee $110 / $120
Instructor: Andrea Combs
Sep. 7 – Oct. 12, 4 – 5:15 PM (8158)
Oct. 26 – Dec. 7, 4 – 5:15 PM (8159)
Jan. 11 – Feb. 15, 4 – 5:15 PM (8160)

NEW TO YOU YOGA
In this beginner yoga series, participants learn the foundations of a yoga such as breathing techniques, intention setting, posture breakdowns and how to relax at the end of class. Throughout the workshop participants will have time to ask questions, spend time on the fundamentals of postures and transition between them.
Beginner.
Supplies: yoga mat and water.
Fee $25 / $35
Instructor: Nancy Smith
Sep. 18, 10 – 11:30 AM (8206)
Nov. 13, 10 – 11:30 AM (8207)

BASIC YOGA
This class alternates between holding postures and a gentle accessible flow, sometimes using optional 2- to 3-pound hand weights. Cueing encourages accessibility for all.
All levels. Supplies: yoga mat, weights, and water.
No class: Nov. 22, 23, 24 and Jan. 17
Fee $50 / $60
Instructor: Patti Oliviero ERYT200/RYT500
Sep 13 – Oct 18, 10 – 11 AM (8034)
Oct 25 – Dec 6, 10 – 11 AM (8035)
Jan 10 – Feb 21, 10 – 11 AM (8036)
Sep 7 – Oct 12, 7:15 – 8:15 PM (8037)
Oct 26 – Dec 7, 7:15 – 8:15 PM (8038)
Jan 11 – Feb 15, 7:15 – 8:15 PM (8039)
Sep 8 – Oct 13, 10 – 11 AM (8040)
Oct 27 – Dec 8, 10 – 11 AM (8041)
Jan 12 – Feb 16, 10 – 11 AM (8042)

VINYASA FLOW YOGA
This class unites breath with sun salutations and fluid movement between postures. Limited modifications and alignment cues will be offered. Intermediate and advanced. Supplies: yoga mat and water.
No class: Nov 23
Fee $50 / $60
Instructor: Patti Oliviero ERYT200/RYT500
Sep 7 – Oct 12, 6 – 7 PM (8044)
Oct 26 – Dec 7, 6 – 7 PM (8045)
Jan 11 – Feb 15, 6 – 7 PM (8046)

RESTORATIVE YOGA NIDRA
Participants come into stillness through passive stretching during a guided meditation, encouraging a sense of calm and relaxation while lowering cortisol and boosting the immune system.
All levels. Supplies: yoga mat, yoga blanket, 2 yoga blocks and water.
Fee $8 / $10
Instructor: Patti Oliviero ERYT200/RYT500
Oct 19, 6 – 7 PM (8048)
Dec 14, 6 – 7 PM (8049)
Feb 22, 6 – 7 PM 8050)

YOGA SCULPT
Yoga Sculpt incorporates 1- to 5-pound hand weights and low- to high-intensity cardio bursts for maximum calorie-burning effect. Hand weights and repetitions add a new challenge to yoga asana (poses). Yoga Sculpt also incorporates resistance and stamina exercises to get the heart pumping and blood flowing. All levels.
Supplies: yoga mat, weights, and water.
No class: Nov 26
Fee $50 / $60
Instructor: Nancy Smith
Sep 10 – Oct 15, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM (8052)
Oct 29 – Dec 10, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM (8053)
Jan 14 – Feb 18, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM (8054)