Fitness Classes

All classes are held inside the Community Recreation Center at 900 N. Elm Street.  For more information or to register for a class, please stop by the Rec Center or call us at 815-844-6818.


Rec Center Fitness Class Schedule

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Rec Center Fitness Class Descriptions

Swiss Ball Body Toning 

Learn strengthening and toning exercises on a swiss ball. Working on your swiss ball will help develop muscles you can see and help stabilize muscles to build a stronger foundation.

  • 6 Week (6 Class) Session: $24 Rec Center Members / $48 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Nancy Cortez

Water Aerobics

This water resistance training class is a high-repetition, high-intensity, total body conditioning system that stretches muscles, strengthens your joints, and pushes lactic acid from your muscles with help from the water while burning calories and toning the whole body.

  • 6 Week (12 Class) Session: $36 Rec Center Members  /  $60 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Lisa Heberg

Total Body Fitness

This fitness class is a combination of challenging exercises which includes stability balls, weight training, toning, body weight exercises, step aerobics, kettlebells, and cardio.  Each week will be a variety of exercises targeting every part of the body.  Come join this fun, anything-goes exercise class.  It will get your heart rate up and your sweat rolling.

  • 6 Week (12 Class) Session: $36 Rec Center Members  /  $60 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Lisa Heberg

Silver Sneakers Classic

Focus on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities in this new fitness class taught by Nancy Cortez.  Participants will use equipment such as hand-held weights, resistance bands, and chairs to complete low-impact training.  

  • One Month Session: Free for SilverSneakers Members  /  $10 for outside public
  • Instructor: Nancy Cortez

Bounce and Burn

This exciting cardio workout helps you sculpt muscles for a lean, toned look.  Set up your Urban Rebounder in either a flat or elevated position to give yourself the best workout! This low-impact conditioning is easy on your joints and muscles, so you can have a longer workout.

  • 6 Week (6 Class) Session: $24 Rec Center Members / $48 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Nancy Cortez

Yoga

Join us to improve your breathing techniques, flexibility, and stability in a calm and welcoming environment.

  • 6 Week (6 Class) Session: $24 Rec Center Members / $48 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructors: Ed and Cheryle Hudelson

Tone It Up

Designed for all ages and fitness levels, this class will improve muscle tone, posture, balance, and strength with a workout that employs tools such as lightweight dumbbells, concentrated movements, and your own body’s resistance!  Build your strength, stamina, and agility by working from top to bottom - biceps, triceps, chest, back, shoulders, legs, and a special concentration on the midsection.  Come prepared to build your strength, stamina, agility, and a positive outlook on exercise!

  • 6 Week (12 Class) Session: $36 Rec Center Members  /  $60 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Nancy Cortez

Body Toning for Seniors

Get the results you want at the speed you desire!  Designed for older adults who would like a slower-paced yet effective workout.  This class will improve muscle tone, posture, balance, and strength with a workout that includes tools such as lightweight dumbbells, concentrated movements, and your own body’s resistance.

  • 6 Week (12 Class) Session: $24 Rec Center Members  /  $48 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Nancy Cortez

Cardio Blast 

Are you tired of the same workouts week after week?  Join Nancy Cortez in this anything-goes, fast-paced, heart-pumping workout.  This class will alternate between kettlebells, circuit training, step aerobics, and more to keep you on your toes and excited to come back for more!

  • 6 Week (12 Class) Session: $36 Rec Center Members  /  $60 Non-Members (no drop-in fee required)
  • Instructor: Nancy Cortez