Classes
We offer functional fitness - that is, we want to be fit in all aspects of daily life: bend to the floor, lift a child, reach for a high object... Our goal is healthy longevity.
Our weekly program is designed to address each component of fitness: Strength, Flexibility, Core Stability, Cardiovascular Health and Mobility.
What to Expect
Stronger, Leaner
Medium Intensity Workout.
(Get Stronger)
Our main goal is to build and strengthen muscles. As women age, hormone changes deplete our bone density. Osteoporosis is preventable by maintaining muscular strength.
Muscles are also metabolically more demanding than blobs of fat. Strength Training is how we lose fat! Although the scale may not show it (muscle is heavier than fat) the way clothes fit will.
Slow Burn
Low Impact Class
(Slow and Sore!)
It may look like a lot of lying on a mat...but these classes come with a bite!
If you suffer from chronic pain in the neck, knees or lower back for example, you are probably not engaging muscles correctly or your regular posture has created shortening (tightness) where muscles should be lengthened.
We focus on stretching where needed, targeted engagement where required and the outcome is improved posture for pain free living.
Suspension Training
Medium Intensity Workout
(Balance, Co-ordination and Strength)
Suspension offers a unique, all-body workout moderated to the individual. A beginner and advanced athlete can train side-by-side by simply modulating the degree of suspension.
Low in impact, but intense in it's effect, Suspension Training demands core engagement throughout - stimulating an effective all body workout designed to include balance and strength in every movement. And all muscles must engage throughout!
All Core
Low Impact Class
(Simple but Significant)
A member was amazed that after 40+ years of sit-ups she finally learnt how easy it is when you actually use your core.
The TA (Transverse Abdominus) is rather like a natural corset of muscles at the front, sides and back. When activated correctly they provide all the support a person needs to improve all round mobility and posture.
Whether you are a long distance runner, golfer, surf fiend or granny playing with grandkids - your life will improve exponentially.
Mobility
Million Dollar Miracle
(Breathing and Stripping)
Whether you are recovering from surgery or prepping for a triathlon - this is a MUST DO!
The Melissa Taylor Sync In Method focuses on rehabilitating the fascia system. Through injury, bad habits or wear and tear, the fascia becomes hardened and brittle. This reduces mobility and performance. An old whiplash injury can cause plantar fasciitis for example. Releasing the neck improves the foot.
Rotator cuff concerns, knee pain, hip problems, neck strain and chronic headaches could be rooted in tight fascia.
One member was advised by her doctor to 'rest' for the rest of her life due to a disintegrating spine. She hobbled into her first class and could barely sit or stand. She now participates fully in all classes, plays with her grandchildren every weekend and moves with ease.
