Capoeira is a high-intensity Afro-Brazilian dance, game and martial art. These classes introduce beginners to the fundamentals of two styles of capoeira, as well as its rich culture of traditional rhythms, song and community spirit.

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Burn calories while having FUN! Dance to oldies, latin and hip hop music in this high-energy cardio class which mixes easy to follow dance steps and combinations with aerobic movement. Each class ends with fifteen minutes of toning and stretching.

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After a thorough jazz and ballet-based warm-up, this class progresses to a non-stop, high-energy workout incorporating hip-hop, aerobic funk, jazz, and modern dance.  Cool down includes Pilates-based toning. Some dance experience recommended.

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The Eighteen Immortals (Shiba Luohan) Qigong combines internal cultivation of qi (energy), tranquility, and consciousness with development of external physical strength, vigor, and flexibility.  With elements of yoga asanas and martial art, this challenging yet fun 1,500 year-old set involves body, mind, breath, and spirit in an ancient ritual designed to foster health, longevity, and perhaps even enlightenment!

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Nia is an expressive workout that blends dance with the martial and healing arts. You will strengthen, stretch, open and balance your body while dancing to eclectic music from all over the world. A wonderful combination of exercise, fun and spirituality, Nia builds community and brings profound joy to many people! All welcome; movements can be adapted to any fitness level.

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The Pilates Method was originally developed for rehabilitation purposes but has become a favorite of dancers for its effectiveness in promoting flexibility and long, lean muscles. The floor exercises focus on strengthening the body’s core through precise movement, spinal alignment and integration of the breath. This class is ideal for beginners, but modifications will be given for continuing students to challenge their practice.

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Yang Taijiquan (T'ai-Chi Chüan) is an ancient Chinese slow-motion martial art and exercise form which helps to improve your strength, balance, calmness, and awareness.  The class is open to both beginning and continuing students and focuses on a short form of the Yang style, as well as several exercises utilizing the five elements.

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