Class Descriptions

Total Knockout

This is not merely the thought that crosses every human beings mind when you walk into a room, but the name of an incredible class that combines aerobic kickboxing, self defense and boxing. Participants should ensure they have 800 calories to spare as that is what you will burn!

Power Abs

Got abs? Want abs? This 30 minute class targets all areas of the abdominal muscles and is guaranteed to tighten, tone and strengthen all areas of the waistline. Class must be attended otherwise guarantee is void.

Chisel

Our renowned body sculpting class will make you feel like a prominent sculptor as you shape, tone and define your body in such a way that others (not privy to the methods and madness of BNFC's Chisel class) will suspect you've had some work done. Hand weights, body bars, tubing and the usual props will be the tools of your trade.

BodyPump

BodyPump is the original barbell class (we guarantee it's the original because we pay a fee to use the brand name!) that strengthens the entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. A boring description perhaps, but the class is anything but!

Boot Camp

A few weeks of this challenging class and you'll be ready to enlist! Participants move from station to station utilizing a variety of strength training accessories such as hand weights, body bars and occasionally live amunition. An excellent cardio and sculpting workout this class forces you to be...all that you can be!

TRX Suspension Training

TRX Suspension Training is a new approach to exercise that leverages one’s own body weight and the force of gravity and is designed to develop strength, balance, flexibility, endurance, coordination and core stability all simultaneously. The system utilizes a system of straps, buckles and grips (called a “suspension trainer”) that allows the user to work against their own body weight. TRX training engages the core on every exercise in addition to providing some cardio fitness in every single workout. TRX Suspension Training is offered in small group training format, additional fees required.

Yoga

Yoga (pronounced Yogah by Bostonians) is a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind. Ancient Yogis believed that in order for men to be in harmony with himself and his environment, he had to integrate the body, mind and spirit.

Spinning

Just crawl out from under a rock? This indoor group fitness activity in which each person rides a specially designed stationary bike has been around for over 20 years and is still going strong! The class combines high intensity, non-impact training and will work your legs, glutes, heart, lungs and sweat glands like they've never been worked before! (ticketed class)

Pilates +

A full body workout that builds muscles without bulk through a series of controlled, precise movements. The exercises, which focus on proper alignment, improve flexibility and strength to the abdominal and back muscles. Emphasis is on proper breathing, concentration, and quality. Although this description may sound somewhat sophisticated, don't worry, you need not be. The + just means participants utilize props such as Pilates rings & things (rhymes rather nicely - yes?).

On The Ball w/Pilates

Experience your favorite Pilates class utilizing an added dimension! One guess as to what the added dimension is for this class; a golf ball, a gumball or the popular Resist-A-Ball?

Tabata

Tabata (not to be confused with Tabatha, Samantha’s daughter on “Bewitched”) training was discovered by Dr. Izumi Tabata (of course) and a team of researchers from the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Tokyo. It has been called the world’s greatest fat burning workout as it is high intensity interval training which utilizes 8 exercises all done in 4 minute intervals. Tabata can be used for weight loss as well as improving overall fitness and is receiving more air and internet time than Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber combined! Modifications can be made for all fitness levels which even includes you!

Step (with Interval or Sculpt)

Yes, Step aerobics has been around since the beginning of time and combined with either muscle sculpting or interval training, has proven to be a challenging and effective total body workout. It is rumored that Eve actually started stepping up and down on a platform (to reach that forbidden fruit?) which started the whole concept of Step.

Drums Alive!

Drums Alive is the most unique fitness/wellness program extravaganza to hit the market in years! It is unique and different from every other workout you've tried before. This class captures the essence of movement and rhythm utilizing drum sticks and resist-a-balls. Not only is this class a blast but it delivers real fitness results as well!

willPower & grace

This brand spankin new class is a cardiovascular fusion of calisthenics, dance principles, yoga and pilates. The participants own body weight is used as resistance to tone and strengthen the muscles of the entire body. Benefits include enhanced strength, endurance, cardiovascular conditioning, agility, balance and flexibility (everything except financial stability). The class integrates the safest barefoot training methods to strengthen the feet while correcting imbalances in the ankles, knees and hips.

Zumba

Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music-dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principals of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. See what the buzz is all about!