Fitness Classes

Spinning

12:10-12:55 p.m., Mondays 
7-7:45 a.m., Thursdays 
Blood Fitness Center Mezzanine
Instructor: Joan Kane
 

This self-paced class will focus on the basics of indoor cycling while building the rider's strength and endurance. We will review proper bike setup, correct form and posture, and learn the basic cycling moves. The class will be 30- 40 minutes of cycling with additional pre and post-workout stretching. The total class time will be about 45 minutes. This class is open to everyone, especially those new to spinning. Participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle and hand towel. 14 bikes are available each class and are first come - first serve. 

Full Body Sculpt

12:05 - 12:50 p.m., Mondays 
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Julia Shove

Full Body Sculpt emphasizes muscular strength, endurance, and growth while also challenging balance and stability. From dumbbells & kettlebells to stability balls & resistance bands, we will slowly ramp up intensity as we build lean muscle mass. This 45-minute class takes a different approach to strength training by putting functional fitness at the forefront. Targeting the entire body through compound movements, get ready to harness that mind-body connection!

Zumba

5-6 p.m., Mondays (begins August 28th)
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Suzanne Crawford

Zumba is perfect for everybody and every body. Zumba is a calorie-burning dance fitness party that combines low intensity and high intensity moves for a totally body workout and dance experience. Join the class and LET IT MOVE YOU!

HIIT It!

12:10-12:45 p.m. Tuesdays
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Erin Goodman
 

HIIT It alternates between quick burst efforts and short rest periods during this high intensity interval training (HIIT) class. HIIT methods are designed to build endurance, increase strength, and ramp up your metabolism for fat loss. HIIT It is the perfect workout for those pressed for time and looking to get the best bang for your buck experience in 30 minutes.

Do not be intimidated- this class is scalable to all levels and abilities!

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

12:05-12:55 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays
Blood Fitness Center Dance Studio
Instructor: Tim Kane
 

A gentle Vinyasa Flow yoga that emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind. Suitable for all levels. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats. Mats are available for those without their own.

Intro to Jump Rope

5-5:45 p.m., Tuesdays 
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Jason Hill
 

Introduction to basic jump roping with Jason Hill. This class will cover the balance, agility, rhythm, and technique of jumping rope. This skill ignites your metabolism, improves your heart health and stamina, joint health, and increases focus. Jump rope is a great addition to anyone's fitness journey and is no longer the activity you didn't like in PE class! All levels are welcome and encouraged, and ropes are provided.

Power Yoga

7:00-7:45 a.m., Wednesdays
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room 
Instructor: Amy Wainright
 

A fast-moving yoga practice will start your day in all the right ways!  This up-tempo Yoga practice provides cardio, balance, and flexibility components.  A solid instruction will be provided for all moves and can accommodate all experience levels. Come breathe, move, sweat, and laugh out loud every Wednesday! Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats. Mats are available for those without their own.

Body Bar with Step

12:10-12:55 p.m., Wednesdays
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room 
Instructor: Lisa Magnarelli
 

Add some variety to your workout by using a weighted bar, hand weights, and step aerobics to alternate strength training and cardio routines. This class is open to all ability levels and is great for employees who are crunched for time. This high-energy class ends with toning, abs and stretch. Bring water, and a towel if desired. 

Pound

5-6 p.m., Wednesdays
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Shannon Enders
 

“Become the music” in this full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms your work out.  You’ll drastically improve your rhythm, timing, coordination, speed, agility, endurance, and musicality.  

Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and  welcoming philosophy appeals to Rockstars of all ages and abilities.

Bring a yoga mat if you have one- mats are on site for those without your own.

Stronger

12:10-12:45 p.m., Thursdays (begins August 31st)
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room 
Instructor: Erin Goodman

Power through the “Stronger” class with a combination of classic strength training and bodyweight intervals to build muscle, boost stamina, and torch fat from head to toe.  30 minutes is all it takes to end your week “Stronger!”.

Fly Fishing

4-6 p.m., Thursdays (*class has ended for Fall 2023*)
Blood Fitness Center: McKenna Conference room 
Instructor: Acee Acee
 

This Fly Fishing 101 course is to introduce people who have NEVER fly fished before to new and very exciting horizons. Students will learn everything from casting, tying flies, basic entomology, fly line management, reading water, fishing etiquette, and more. You will also have a chance to explore some beautiful streams in our local area!

Upon completion, students will be equipped with the knowledge necessary to fish most streams and small lakes with confidence. A fishing license is required upon completion of this class. It can be purchased from the Town Clerk in the village of Clinton. The cost for the license is $25, but you must show your college ID for this rate. The license is good for one year from the date of purchase. 

All gear is supplied by the college. Weather permitting, we will try to make sure that everyone fishes during the semester that the course is taken. Sign up soon, as we always have a waiting list! 

Register here

By registering, you are committed to 5 weeks of class attendance for course continuity.  Class will meet on Thursdays at 4pm. 

Cardio Flow

4:30-5:30 p.m., Thursdays 
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Julia Shove
 

Inspired by PiYo, Cardio Flow kicks up the pace a few notches to create a bodyweight-only workout that lengthens and tones from head to toe. Combining the flexibility and balance explored in yoga with the stability and strengthening of Pilates, Cardio Flow is age-friendly, modifiable for all bodies, and will leave you feeling both sweaty and invigorated. No prior experience necessary - just a mat and an open mind! (mats are available)
 

Self Defense

7-8 p.m., Thursdays (returning Oct. 26th)
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room 
Instructor: Ken Leonardo
 

Registration Required (Pre-registration begins Monday August 21st). Registration dates are posted one month at a time.

Come learn essential self-defense principles and techniques in a positive training atmosphere! Attendees should wear comfortable clothing they can move in. Beginners are welcome and this class is open to practitioners of all levels. The class is non-competitive in nature. Some techniques may involve punching, kicking, or striking pads, grappling, or using mock devices (e.g., training knife).

Zumba

12:05-12:55 p.m., Fridays (begins September 1st)
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Suzanne Crawford

Zumba is perfect for everybody and every body. Zumba is a calorie-burning dance fitness party that combines low intensity and high intensity moves for a total body workout and dance experience. Join the class and LET IT MOVE YOU!

Boot Camp

4:30-5:15 p.m., Fridays (begins November 3rd)
Blood Fitness Center Multipurpose Room
Instructor: Brittany Praznik
 

This 45-minute class will finish your week with a bang! It is comprised of mid-to high intensity bursts of  body weight training blending both interval and strength exercises to hit all areas of the body. With circuit training, this class consists of plenty of cardio, weights, and core to get that extra metabolic burn which will motivate you to keep coming back. You’ll never get the same class twice!