The Winter 2025 sessions runs from Saturday, January 4 to Friday, May 16. There are no classes on Feb. 15 to 21, and Apr. 18-25.
Regular program registration for Arcola East residents will being online at 9 a.m. on December 15. City-wide registration begins on December 29 at 9 a.m. Fall 2024 participants will receive an email with early registration information.
Power Walk/Run (15 classes) Saturday 10:00-11:15 a.m. Cost $205 Class limit 14 Instructor – Alla/Traci Jan. 4-May 10 **AECC infill** No class Feb. 15, Apr. 19 Start your weekend with a BANG! This high energy class alternates running/walking with strength training that will provide a full body workout incorporating all major muscle groups. Improve your balance, shape, and strength using weights, stability balls, bosu balls, and bands. This class is suitable for all levels Total Body Sculpt Sunday Sunday 10-11 a.m. Cost $155 Class limit 14 Instructor - Megan Jan. 5-May 11 ** AECC Infill ** No class Feb. 16, Apr. 20 Total Body Sculpt is a muscle-toning class. We focus on improving core strength, increasing flexibility and burning calories by guiding you through a range of traditional and non-traditional weight training exercises. This sculpting class uses body weight, exercise bands, or dumbbells, or a combination of these gadgets to tighten and tone all areas. A challenging yet easy to follow workout that is suitable for all ages.
Total Body Sculpt Wednesday Wednesday 7:10-8:10 p.m. Cost $155 Class limit 14 Instructor – Amanda Jan. 8-May 14 ** AECC Infill ** No class Feb. 19, Apr. 23 Total Body Sculpt is a muscle-toning class. We focus on improving core strength, increasing flexibility and burning calories by guiding you through a range of traditional and non-traditional weight training exercises. This sculpting class uses body weight, exercise bands, or dumbbells, or a combination of these gadgets to tighten and tone all areas. A challenging yet easy to follow workout that is suitable for all ages.
Core/Cardio Monday 7-8 p.m. Cost $155 Class limit 12 Instructor -Marianne/Boni (lead) Jan. 6-May 12 No class Feb. 17, Apr. 21 **AECC infill** Rev up your Core with Cardio intervals. Exercises to enhance your core's strength and stability using body weight, stability ball, weights and stretches. This class is what you need to achieve your core goals.
Next Level (Peri and Post Menopause Fitness) Thursday 7:15-8:15 p.m. Cost $155 Class limit 12 Instructor - Adele Jan. 9-May 15 **AECC MP** No class Feb. 20, Apr. 24 This class is open to all but is specifically geared to address the challenges of peri-menopause and menopause stages of life. How you exercise matters, and this class will help guide you through appropriate exercises to help manage your changing hormones and energy levels. The class will include building core strength, lifting HEAVY, mobility, High Intensity cardio plus a nutrition and lifestyle support.
All Levels Daytime Fitness - Strength and Mobility - Tuesday Tuesday 9:30-10:30 a.m. Cost $155 Class limit 12 Instructor - Alicia Jan. 7-May 13 **AECC MP** No class Feb. 18, Apr. 22 A daytime fitness class to build muscular strength, improve cardiovascular health and mobility to help you move and play with ease. We will lift weights and perform functional movements to build strength improve balance and flexibility. This class is appropriate for all abilities; progressions and regressions will be provided to find the right level of challenge for everyone.
Stretch and Mobility Tuesday 10:45- 11:45 a.m. Cost $155 Class limit 12 Instructor - Alicia Jan. 7-May 13 **AECC MP** No class Feb. 18, Apr. 22 This gentle class is perfect for those interested in improving range of motion, mobility and core strength. A variety of movements, props and styles will be utilized to keep both your body and mind engaged. The first half of the class we focus on movement and strength and in the second half of the class we settle into longer held stretches to help us relax and improve the range of motion of our joints. Inspiration for this class is provided by traditional fitness movements and stretches, Pilates and Yoga.
Parent and Child Zumba Thursday 6-7 p.m. Cost $180 for 1 parent and 1 child. $30 for each additional child. Class limit 12 parent/child groups Child Ages 3-9 yrs Instructor – Megan Jan. 9-May 15 **St. Gabriel Gym** No class Jan. 30, Feb. 20, Mar. 27, Apr. 24 A Latin inspired dance fitness for parents and children! You do not need to know how to dance to do Zumba. It is all about fun, laughter, and feeling great! Moves are basic and easy to learn. Come have a dance party.
Zumba Thursday 7-8 p.m. Cost $135 Class limit 25 Instructor – Megan Jan. 9-May 15 **St. Gabriel Gym** No class Jan. 30, Feb. 20, Mar. 27, Apr. 24 A Latin inspired dance fitness for all ages. You do not need to know how to dance to do Zumba. It is all about fun, laughter, and feeling great! Moves are basic and easy to learn. Come have a dance party.
Butts & Gutts Thursday 7-8 p.m. Cost $155 Class limit 14 Instructor – Kris Jan. 9-May 15 **AECC Infill ** No class Feb. 20, Apr. 24 Fun class dedicated to toning of your abs and glutes with targeted movements and cardio. Class will focus on core strengthening to build muscle tone, in addition will target your quads, hamstrings, and lower back for functional movements, with various equipment.
Tai Chi: Level 1 Saturday 1-2 p.m. Cost $155 Class limit 10 Instructor - Yuan Jan. 4-May 10 ** AECC Infill ** No class Feb. 15, Apr. 19 Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi in ancient China. It is suitable for all ages with its characteristics of slow-flowing, smooth, gentle, continuous, mindfulness and self-cultivation. Practicing Tai Chi improves strength and flexibility, circulation as well as help to balance body, mind and spirit.
Tai Chi: Level 2 Saturday 2:15-3:15 p.m. Cost $155 Class limit 10 Instructor - Yuan Jan. 4-May 10 ** AECC Infill ** No class Feb. 15, Apr. 19 This class is for students who have completed Level 1 and wish to continue learning. It i=Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi in ancient China. It is suitable for all ages with its characteristics of slow-flowing, smooth, gentle, continuous, mindfulness and self-cultivation. Practicing Tai Chi improves strength and flexibility, circulation as well as help to balance body, mind and spirit.
Evening Fitness Walk Monday-Thursday 6-8:30 p.m. $55 Jan. 9-May 15 ** AECC track** An opportunity to use the Arcola Community Centre Track without purchasing a Track Pass
YOGA - Yin yoga Monday 7-8 p.m. Cost $215 Class limit 12 Instructor - Nina Jan. 6-May 12 **AECC MP** No class Feb. 17, Apr. 21 A relaxing combination of restorative, and yin yoga. This class is perfect to calm the nervous system, to let go of daily life and find some stillness with in.
YOGA - Multi-Level Yoga Tuesday 7:05-8:05 p.m. Cost $205 Class limit 12 Instructor - Andi Jan. 14-May 13 **AECC MP** No class Feb. 18, Apr. 22 We will move through a series of positions to build strength and heat in the body. This class is appropriate for most students as beginner and more advanced options will be provided.
YOGA - Vinyasa/Flow Multi-level Wednesday 9:15-10:15 a.m. Cost $215 Class limit 12 Instructor – Cecilia Jan. 8-May 14 ** AECC MP Room ** No class Feb. 19, Apr. 23 Vinyasa Flow is connecting breath with movement. Sharma’s teaching philosophy is focused on providing the tools for students to compassionately connect with the needs of their body. This class is good for students with yoga experience or a great addition to compliment any exercise routine.
YOGA - Vinyasa/Flow Multi-level Wednesday 6-7 p.m. Cost $215 Class limit 12 Instructor – Amanda Jan. 8-May 14 ** AECC MP Room ** No class Feb. 19, Apr. 23 Vinyasa Flow is connecting breath with movement. Sharma’s teaching philosophy is focused on providing the tools for students to compassionately connect with the needs of their body. This class is good for students with yoga experience or a great addition to compliment any exercise routine.
YOGA -Fitness Fusion Friday 9:15-10:15 a.m. Cost $210 Class limit 12 Instructor: Cecilia Jan. 10-May 16 *AECC MP** No class Feb. 21, Apr. 18 and 25 Flow Yoga with a focus on strength and flowing movement. Suitable for anyone with some yoga experience or fitness background. Cecilia will give lots of options for a variety of levels and participation. Flows will include a variety of styles with equipment including strength bands, balls, hand weights or props.