Posted on Wednesday, January 5, 2005
The Westminster College Office of Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning is offering a series of exercise classes that and are open to the public. The classes are from Jan. 10-May 28.
Beginner Yoga is offered Mondays from 6-7 p.m. and/or Saturdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. This class is an introduction to basic yoga postures to strengthen lower back, abdominal muscles, legs, and upper body.
Pilates Mat Class is offered Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. The mat class is a series of floor exercises designed to realign and strengthen the body. All exercises are done in a sitting or reclining position as explained by Pilates "to take advantage of the more normal position of the visceral organs of the body when in such positions."
Power Yoga is offered Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. This class is comprised of a vigorous flowing sequence of yoga postures, ending with a deep relaxation, creating a state of consciousness that deepens inner awareness.
Core Strength is offered Tuesdays from 7:15-8:15 p.m. and/or Fridays from 6-7 p.m. Core training refers to exercising the muscles between the shoulders and hips with the abdominals and lower back being the most important. Different from Pilates, exercises are done standing, sitting and lying down.
Senior Yoga is offered Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. Senior Yoga makes it possible for the 55 and older crowd to experience and enjoy the many health benefits yoga offers, such as improved balance, increased strength, and deep relaxation.
The instructor for all classes is Kathy Birkholz. All classes are held in the Down Under, located in Eichenhauer Hall.
For more information, contact Lori Scheidemantle at (724) 946-7353 or e-mail scheidla@westminster.edu.
