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3.00 Credits
Smooth dance movement, quick style changes, transitional moves, and the allfamiliar sound of the known tap shoe can be yours. Benefi cial cardiovascular improvement along with muscular coordination, self- presentation, musical accompaniment and sheer expression grace this course. Experience will grow with participation. Tap dance history, development, art-form presentation, skill expression and step improvement will be enhanced. Tap shoes may be purchased locally. Building new dance steps will conclude with individual and group presentation. Skill sharing and learning include musical selection and choreographic recommendation. Tap is offered periodically throughout the school year (depending on instructor and facility availability). Class meets in SLC Dance Studio. A course fee applies. ( F, W, S)
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3.00 Credits
This fi tness course is designed to facilitate cardiovascular fi tness as well as increase muscular strength, endurance and fl exibility. All aerobics classes combine a balance of high and low impact moves that include a sequence of muscular strengthening and stretching exercises. In addition to the benefi ts of improved heart and lung function, students will have an opportunity to burn calories, increase muscular strength and endurance, and increase fl exibility. Throughout the course students will be encouraged to work at individual paces, utilizing high or low impact moves where appropriate. Through instructor-lead group movements, with the use of music, brief explanations of basic aerobic principles, defi nitions and guidelines for proper technique will be covered. A course fee applies. ( F, W, S, SU)
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3.00 Credits
Aqua: Tone and Condition is an excellent cardio and strength training workout in the pool. Some classes will use both the recreation pool and the diving well and some just the recreation pool. It is a total body workout that is done in the water and done to music. This energizing class will incorporate upper body workouts using aqua barbells to tone and condition arms. Lower body workouts include kickboxing moves, resistance exercises and water running to tone legs. The entire class works core muscles for a 50 minute ab workout as well. No need to know how to swim for this class since aqua belts are provided. A perfect class for weight loss and toning with no pressure on your joints. A course fee applies. ( F, W, S)
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide an alternative to traditional water conditioning classes. This course involves the use of a variety of fl oating positions, along with breathing exercises and underwater music to help students ease muscle tension and gain a state of mental relaxation. Floating'noodle' andaquamats are provided by RIT. Non- swimmers are welcome, but students should feel comfortable in shoulder level water. The major goals of the course are: To relieve muscle tension, to develop general muscle toning, to gently exercise most muscle groups of the body, and to develop capacities for selfdirected water relaxation skills. Students must have a valid RIT ID to enter the pool. This class is offered at varied times throughout the year (check quarterly schedules for more detailed information). A course fee applies.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for students who wish to enhance their overall level of physical fi tness by designing a customized personal program of activity. Students will essentially be assessed in terms of their baseline physical fitness norms (Cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, fl exibility, body composition, blood pressure). Students will then establish individualized fitness goals. Through small group demonstrations and instructor lectures, students will then design a fi tness program that will assist them in achieving their goals. The majority of class time will be devoted to physical activity and program design. Students will learn how to safely use free weights and Cybex equipment. Students will also receive instruction on how to design a "home-based" fi tness program. Individual fi tness folders willbe established for regular and easy self-monitoring. This is an excellent high energy, motivating class. A course fee applies.
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3.00 Credits
Cardio-Boxing (also known as Aeroboxing) is a combination of high/low intensity aerobics combined with boxing movements such as 3 different types of punches and a variety of kicks. This type of course allows students to fully engage their cardiovascular endurance. Class consists of warm-ups, choreographed routines, cool downs & abdominal work. A course fee applies. Options for this course are "kickboxing" and Abs. Gloves recommended butnor required and can be purchased (please see Instructor for information about purchasing gloves). This course does NOT involve contact with a kicking bag. ( F, W, S).
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for RIT faculty/staff who are interested in learning how to design a personal exercise program. Students who are enrolled will initially be assessed in fi tness areas for baseline norms then establish goals/ exercise plan to achieve these goals. Students will learn some of the more contemporary fi tness practices. Instructors will provide basic information on how to use fi tness equipment, cardiovascular training strategies, stretching, nutrition, stress management and a variety of exercise program options. Post fi tness testing at the end of the quarter will also take place so that students can assess their improvement and revisit their fi tness goals. This class is offered at varied times throughout the year (check quarterly schedules for more detailed information). A course fee applies.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide an exercise program that will guarantee fun and fi tness development in an aquatic environment. Aquasize is a non-stop high-energy aerobic workout in the pool in both deep/shallow water. Aqua size provides constant water resistance, which will strengthen and tone every muscle in the body. For all levels of fi tness, this water workout is designed to accommodate those seeking a vigorous aerobic workout as well as those needing/desiring a less strenuous workout. Activities include water jogging, resistance strengthening with noodle nautilus and stretches with the support of water. Students should feel comfortable in shoulder level water, swimsuits required. A course fee applies. Check SIS for quarterly offerings.
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3.00 Credits
Want to burn 700 calories in a 50 minute class If yes, Turbokick is perfect for you. You will love the music which keeps the energy high and the calories burning. This is an ultra-effective workout that strengthens upper and lower body. If you are looking to tone and condition your whole body, this is the workout for you. It is also an intense ab workout since every punch comes from the core. This class is offered at over 2,000 fi tness clubs in the United States and has become more popular since the TurboJam infomercial started. For additional information go to www.turbokick.com. A course fee applies.
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3.00 Credits
This low-impact activity class is designed to benefi t beginner, intermediate and advanced fi tness enthusiasts. The class is organized to provide work sessions on muscle groups using hand weights and/or resistance bands to tone and shape muscles resulting in improved overall fi tness. Alternative exercises will be demonstrated to accommodate all levels of fi tness. A course fee applies. Offered periodically depending on Instructor availability (check SIS for more detailed quarterly schedules) and also offered as "step conditioning".
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