• Urban Pole Walking

• Essential Yoga
• Equestrian Yoga
• Sunset Yoga
• Yoga for Golfers
• Yoga with Jill
• Yoga for Runners
• Yoga for Sport

• Learn to Run
• Learn to Run 10K
  

• Cardio Blast Boot Camp
• Cardio Kickbox
• Feel Good Fit
• Gentle Fit
• NEW! Getting Fit with Baby
• Hulabics
• Men's Only Fitness
• Nia
• Yogalates
• Zumba

Urban Poling, also known as Nordic walking, Exerstriding or pole walking, is an invigorating walking activity new to North America. More commonly practiced in Scandinavian countries for the past 20 years, poling combines the aerobic and strength building benefits of cross-country skiing with walking. This full-body, cardio-muscular exercise engages a variety of body parts and offers a full-body workout so participants can end up burning more calories, reduce stress on their joints, improve posture and develop overall body coordination. Poling is a year-round dynamic activity designed for urban settings (city sidewalks and street surfaces) and snow or off-road surroundings (hiking trails). Health benefits of urban poling can include:

exercise for the entire body; the ability to burn 20-45% more calories than ordinary walking; an increased cardio workout with 10-15 more heartbeats per minute than regular walking; improved posture; and reduced stress on joints eg. hips, knees and ankles. Urban Poling is a great aerobic exercise since all fitness levels and all ages can enjoy these health benefits. Body Design offers Level 1 and Pumping with Poles programs (pre-requisite for Pumping with Poles is completion of a Level 1 program).

Essential Yoga: Unlocking Strength and Serenity
Mind, body and spirit unite as qualified instructors host friendly non-judgmental classes for beginner and seasoned yoga students. Fusing the postures of Vinyasa, Flow and Hatha yoga styles, participants can experience transformations in their physical well-being, emotional balance and spiritual growth. While focusing on breath control and mindfulness, students will develop healthy, resilient muscles, skeletal alignment and joint stability.

Equestrian Yoga: Connect, Compete and Canter Better
Harmony on horseback. Equestrian Yoga is a holistic approach to integrating a rider's body, mind and spirit with that of the horse. Designed to increase confidence by being more mentally relaxed and alert; improve balance and alignment through correct posture and body control; enhance the tempo connection with the horse through proper rhythmic breathing and produce greater physical endurance and flexibility.  Beneficial for both novice and professional riders. No yoga experience is required.

Sunset Yoga
Unwind, relax and enjoy the beautiful Uxbridge view as the sun settles and your body unwinds and re-aligns. Experience a sense of well-being and closure to your day in a calm and invigorating way. This is an outdoor class, however an indoor venue is available in the event of inclement weather. Beginners are welcome.

Yoga for Golfers: Birdies, Bogeys & Balance
By engaging in specific yoga postures and positions, golfers can gain flexibility on the fairway and improve their mental discipline for mastering the game. Participants will strengthen and condition their core body, focus on proper breathing techniques, and learn how to calm their mind. From the tee box to the cup, you'll experience greater power in your swings, a stable and stronger body and flow of concentration. Let yoga take you to the top of your game. No yoga experience required.

Yoga with Jill
Enjoy a peaceful end to your day. Whether a beginner or experienced in yoga, you can practice at your own pace, choosing modifications offered to accommodate your own unique path. Connect your mind, body and spirit while improving balance and posture, strengthening muscles and stabilizing joints. Cultivate breathing techniques and mindfulness to help relieve stress and feel better. Relax and rejuvenate in a friendly, non-competitive environment. 

Yoga for Runners
This style of Vinyasa yoga connects postures and creates flow, linking movement to breath. To establish effective running techniques and postures, Vinyasa yoga complements the development of a strong core, body balance, proper gait, and improved stretching. No yoga experience required.

Yoga for Sport
Maintain a healthy frame of mind and body with this specially designed yoga program.  Condition your muscles, joints, and bones to give you stamina and endurance so you can enjoy all your favourite sporting activities without injury. No yoga experience required.

Learn to Run Clinic for Beginners
Designed for the "newbie" runner, participants will learn running techniques and training elements, including warm-ups, stretching, regulating pace and goal setting. Within 12 weeks watch your confidence soar as you experience physical improvements, achieve a leaner, toned physique, lose weight and improve strength, energy and endurance as we journey to cross the 5 km finish line together! This is an outdoor program. In our spring session, the Mt. Albert Sports Day 5km Run/Walk will be the class goal event.

10 km Run Clinic
If introductory running has become a comfortable routine, the next step in the journey is to master 10 kms. Clinic classes will consist of interval training and long distance runs, varied strength building and core muscle-building activities, race preparation and visualization tips, feedback and running homework. Participants should be prepared to commit to a three day/week running schedule in order to safely and confidently achieve the 10 km end goal. This is an outdoor program.

Cardio Blast Boot Camp
If you're a fitness enthusiast who wants to take your workout to the next level, Cardio Blast Boot Camp may be the challenge you're looking for. A fast-paced circuit-style training class that incorporates calisthenics, aerobic and strength training drills. This fitness program is one of the most efficient ways to increase the intensity of your workouts while still having fun. Enlist now!! This is an outdoor program.

Cardio Kickbox
Punch, kick and jab your way to a better body!! Experience a total body workout with easy to follow choreographed techniques from a variety of martial arts disciplines.  Work up a sweat while you improve: cardio and lung functions; burn calories; tone and shape muscles; enhance coordination and improve agility.  This is a non-combat workout. 

Gentle Fit
For those just starting out, returning to fitness or maintaining their health, this class will focus on building strong muscles and bones. Exercise can improve energy levels and help prevent chronic health problems. There will be a 20 minute cardio component, followed by resistance exercises, finishing with an over-all body stretch. Have fun working at your own pace in this supportive and encouraging class.

Feel Good Fit
A complete workout with variety to spice things up! Improve your cardio vascular fitness, boost your metabolism, strengthen and improve your muscle tone and bone density. This class is a head-to-toe workout combining simple but dynamic cardio moves and muscle conditioning exercises using light hand weights. Class will finish with an overall body stretch. All fitness levels welcome.

Getting Fit with Baby
Enjoy variety and fun in this unique class designed specially for new Moms! Different fitness styles and practices weekly. Bring a yoga mat and your stroller too! On fair weather days we'll go outside for your workout. Pre-requisite: Dr's note advising physical activity/exercise is allowed.

Hulabics!
What do you get when you combine a Hula Hoop with Aerobics? You get Hulabics! This fun outdoor class will get you laughing like a kid again and give you a fantastic workout at the same time! Come and give it a try!

Men's Only Fitness
Tired of feeling like you're competing at the gym but still want the benefits of a dynamic workout? If so, why not try our "un-gym" fitness class, where you can condition your cardiovascular system, improve your core strength and tone your muscles in a relaxed, encouraging all-male setting.

NIA
Done barefoot to diverse and inspiring music, Nia is a transformational movement practice that teaches you to be more JOYFUL, EXPRESSIVE, and ALIVE in your body, both inside and outside of the studio. Nia is holistic, engaging your body, mind, emotions and spirit. Nia draws from dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts to create purposeful movement that will help you grow and learn.

Yogalates
Yogalates is a mind-body practice incorporating the benefits of improved balance and flexibility through Yoga with the core strengthening of Pilates, while promoting breath awareness and relaxation. Beginners are welcome! A yoga mat is required.

Zumba
All that is needed is an open mind and the ability to have fun.  Inspired by Latin dance, this exhilarating workout is set to captivating rhythms that will have you forgetting you are exercising. Using easy to follow moves, you will sculpt and tone your body while burning calories to salsa, samba and merengue music. Zumba has traveled the world and is now the hottest exercise program in North America. Don't miss the fun!

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