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Fitness Concierge Wellness Manager Tamela Thomas is helping those who are new to fitness or just getting back into a routine. Her expertise, impassioned enthusiasm, and guidance will help you chart an appropriate course. Share your fitness goals and preferences, and Tamela can recommend an athletic service or program. If you or someone you know could benefit from this unique service, contact Tamela at 206.464.4639 or tamelat@wac.net. 52 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2015 ATHLETIC PROGRAMS Fitness Classes 206.839.4781 • Aquatics 206.464.3086 • wac.net/athletics Kettle Blast Use kettlebells and body- weight exercises to build strength, boost your cardio, and fire up your metabolism. It's time to put the kettle on! Workouts are held in FTR-A on the 8th Floor. Note: This class replaces Bond Girl Kettlebells and Power Swing. Mondays: 5:15–6 pm Thursdays: 5:15–6 pm Fridays: 6–7 am Pilates Mat Strengthen abdominals, gluteals and lower back muscles as you lengthen and improve alignment, coordination and balance. Mondays/ Wednesdays/Fridays: 7–8 am, 12:10–1 pm Tuesdays/Thursdays: 5:10–6 pm Sundays: 12–12:50 pm See Pilates section for apparatus instruction Pilates Flo Pilates-inspired workout moves from pose to pose to develop overall strength and flexibility. Fridays: 7–8 am RIP–Flex–TRX Improve your game, challenge your strength, increase core stability and balance with the RIP trainer, TRX and free-weights. Tuesdays/Thursdays: 1:30–2:30 pm Sundays: 8:45–10 am Sculpt Circuit A highly efficient workout utilizing a variety of fitness tools in a circuit-style format to elevate the heart rate and burn more calories. Tuesdays: 6–7 am Step & Sculpt Increase stamina with step and resistance training. Mondays: 5:30–6:30 pm Thursdays: 6–7 am Total Body Conditioning A music-driven, fast-paced strength and cardio-interval workout. Weights and other props add intensity. Mondays/ Wednesdays: 6–7 am Wednesdays: 6:30–7:30 pm TRX The TRX suspension training system uses body-weight and manipulates gravity using the leverage of various positions to improve muscular strength and endurance. Fridays: 6–7 am Swim will be followed by free time with the WACness Monster. All ages. 9–11 am; Helene Madison Pool; Free GROUP CLASSES Group fitness classes are free to Fitness Advantage holders. Non-Fitness Advantage holders: Yoga and Pilates classes are $16; all other classes are $12. Classes are held in the 4th Floor studios unless otherwise noted. Juniors may attend with instructor permission—all fees apply. For more information, contact Fitness Programs Manager George Sommerrock at 206.839.4781 or georges@wac.net. Bam Cycle Power cycle and strength exercise intervals. Maximize your time and workout. Sundays: 7:30–8:30 am Barre Focused body sculpting exercises incorporating conditioning, weights, and resistance bands. Sundays: 1–2 pm Mondays: 1–2 pm Tuesdays: 6:30–7:30 pm Tuesdays/Thursdays: 7–8 am, 11–11:55 am Blitz Short on time but big on fitness results! High-efficiency workouts keep your workouts fresh and on target. Instructors will focus 25 minutes on one of our many formats (strength, plyometrics, cardio, core, suspension). Try one or stack two classes together! Tuesdays/Thursdays: 9:30–10 am, 10–10:30 am Saturdays: 1:00–1:30 pm Fridays: 10:30–11 am Boot Camp Intermediate/Advanced strength conditioning. Mondays: 1:30–2:30 pm, 6:30 pm–7:30 pm Wednesdays/Fridays: 1:30–2:30 pm Note: See Aquatics entry for Aqua Boot Camp Boxing Conditioning Train like the pros without the black eye. Class includes work with heavy bags and focus mitts as well as light sparring and jump rope exercise. Gloves available or bring your own. Tuesdays/Thursdays: 12–1 pm Sundays: 3:30–4:30 pm Cycle & Core Forty-five minutes of cycling to get your heart pumping and calories burning, followed by a 15-minute core workout. Mondays/ Wednesdays: 12–1 pm Tuesdays/Thursdays: 5:45–6:45 am Thursdays: 10:45–11:45 am Cy–TRX Mixed workout combination of cycling and TRX. Mondays/ Wednesdays: 10:45–11:45 am Dance Cardio Move to hip hop, Latin and funk to challenge your cardiovascular endurance. Wednesdays: 5:30–6:30 pm Fridays: 11 am–12 pm Saturdays: 12–1 pm Endurance Cycle Get on! A 60-minute cycle ride measuring RPMs and wattage to build endurance and burn calories. Tuesdays: 7–8:15 am (finishes with 15 minutes of core), 10:45-11:45 am, 5:30–6:30 pm Thursdays: 7–8:15 am (finishes with 15 minutes of core), 5:30–6:30 pm Fridays: 12-1 pm Saturdays: 7:30–8:30 am Groove Cycle A music-driven calorie burn. Turns up the heartbeat. Tuesdays/Thursdays: 6:30–7:30 pm Kalorie Killer A nonstop step aerobics and muscular endurance class. Saturdays: 8:45–10 am