Group Fitness Classes
Elaine Drawbridge, Fitness Director x230 edrawbridge@worcesterjcc.org
Your exercise regime can be enhanced with group exercise.
Our varied aerobics program provides an ideal cross training tool for all exercises and challenges all levels of fitness.
Our instructors are Nationally Certified and stay abreast of changes in the fitness industry. The aerobics program at the JCC is constantly evolving as industry trends change.
Our classes are held in a beautiful aerobics room that features - suspended maple wood floor for cushion and support; sound system; climate controlled environment; and resistance props, mats, mirrors, Resist-A-Balls.
Aqua Challenge
A 45 minute water class with minmal impact on your joints. Tools are used to increase the resistance of the water leading to a satisfying yet very effective class. A challenging cardio and strength workout in the water, improves endurance and flexibility. An excellent cross training activity.
BodyCombat
This is the workout with PUNCH! It is a high energy cardiovascular training class that combines moves from a range of martial arts disciplines. BodyCombat is the most fun you can have and increase your fat burning potential while improving muscle coordination, strength, flexibility and agility.
BodyPump
The original barbell class. Works every major muscle group using barbells and adjustable weights. Quite simply, it’s the fastest way in the universe to get in shape. All levels are welcome. You can safely try BodyPump!
BodyStep
We’ve taken the dance out and put the muscle back into step. BodyStep is a simple, athletic workout with high intensity intervals followed by muscle conditioning tracks that will shape and tone your entire lower body and push your fat burning systems into high gear.
BodyVive
Bodyvive is our newest class. It is a low impact, 55 minute class integrating aerobic exercise for heart fitness, resistance training for strength and stability, and stretching and mobility work. BodyVive is especially suited to active adults in their 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s and it is also suitable for group exercise beginners and anyone who will enjoy this integrated exercise option.
Chair Exercise*
Gain strength, flexibility and endurance with exercises done while seated in a chair. Some balance work while standing and using the chair for stability. *Most appropriate for those with mobility issues.
Deep Water
A 45-minute class that is done while suspended in the deep end of pool with the use of a flotation device. Non impact exercise that will suit most people including those with weight or joint problems. Work on building strength in your core mucles groups (abdominal/back). It can be a real calorie burner!
Muscle Mix
A high intensity interval workout. Increase your heart rate and lose fat.
Essential Movement
50 minute class with small stability equipment designed to restore neutral posture/spinal alignment; injury prevention, core strength. Drop-in class, no pilates experience necessary. Limit 20
Senior Fit
A 45 minute class designed but not limited to the over 50 fitness enthusiast. This format includes light cardio work, muscle conditioning, balance and stretching.
Spinning
A group cycling class challenging enough for all fitness levels. Water bottles are mandatory. NO FEE but must register at the front desk.
Spin-On-Water
1 hour simulated spin class in the water - cardio at it's best. Floatation belts and dumbbells used.
Spin/Yoga
60 minutes - 30 minutes on the bike, 30 minutes on the mat. SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS AT THE FRONT DESK!
Step Interval
Alternating intervals of cardio training using the step with muscle conditioning. Weights, Bodybar, flexible tubing and bands will be used. Each class ends with abdominal work and a stretch.
Tai Chi
Not only an excellent form of exercise, but one of the worlds oldest forms of martial arts. Tai Chi is based on forms of movement utilizing a balance of mind, spirit and body. It will strengthen the heart, muscles and mind, as well as improve your balance. Tai Chi is suitable for all ages.
Tone/Spin
90 minute class. 45 minutes of toning using hand weights, leg weights and balls, 45 minutes of spin follows. SIGN UP FOR YOUR BIKE IN THE CLASS AND NOT AT THE FRONT DESK.
Water in Motion
The newest aqua workout that provides low impact/high energy challenge for all participants, all ages, skills and fitness levels. A 60 minute water workout.
Waterworks
A 45-minute minimal impact water class that focuses on basic movements and pattern designed to gently condition muscles, improve range of motion, and improve the rest of your day. You do not need to know how to swim.
Yoga
Vinyasa (Flow) is traditional form of yoga using breath to transition between poses. All levels.
Zumba
Working out can be healthy, rewarding, beneficial...with Zumba it will be fun! Zumba is a fitness program inspired by Latin dance.
TRX Group Suspension Training*
TRX Suspension Training develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. The use of the suspension straps leverages gravity and the user's body weight to enable you to do hundreds of different exercises that will give you a total body workout (with a little cardio thrown in for fun!). *additional fee
50 + fit
50 + Fit fitness program delivers structured, high quality and
integrated fitness and social programs designed to meet the
special needs of our mature population. Members receive focused
and individual support and assistance in building a toning
and strengthening program of fitness into reality for them.
• designed and supervised by professionals
• dedicated to the fifty and over population
• mixing fitness and fun
• enhances quality of life
• brings rapid improvement in strength, flexibility, range of
motion, and sense of well being
Health and Wellness become a way of life
- Aqua Challenge
- BodyFlow
- BodyPump
- Chair Exercise
- Deep Water
- Senior Fit
- Tai Chi
- WaterWorks
- Yoga
- Zumba Gold