movement/exercise

3160 Perfect Pilates (Mat Based)/CLOSED

MJ Kenny
Fridays from 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 18 – August 29
Fee: $70.00 ($35.00/HUGHP Members)

The Pilates method of body conditioning promotes breath and movement, body mechanics, concentration, posture and balance. This mat-based class incorporates exercises designed to strengthen the core muscles of the body, improve posture and enhance flexibility without adding bulk. Personal attention is given to ensure proper form and possible modifications.

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3161 Life Conditioning

Michael Schreiber
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Malkin Athletic Center
July 1 – August 28
Fee: Fee: $144.00 ($72.00/HUGHP Members)

If you want to maintain your lean muscle mass with conservative, safe, simple and varied workouts, this class is for you. The course will emphasize working the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body through low-intensity exercises. The class will include a short warm-up, muscle work and stretching.

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3162 Tai Chi to Cultivate Health/CLOSED

Jeff Shih-chung Matrician
Fridays from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 11 – August 29 (no class 8/8)
Fee: $70.00 ($35.00/HUGHP Members)

Through the gentle and slow movement of Tai Chi, which is deeply rooted in Chinese martial arts, you can become attuned to your vital force, or chi. In the traditional Chinese worldview, chi represents the basic flux of "energy" in the body. During this course, focus will be on the practice of Tai Chi to maintain, cultivate or restore health. You will also learn correct posture, stance and movements to help promote strength and balance. Techniques for relaxation and frame of mind deepen the practice.

3163 Target Zones: Abs, Glutes & Arms

Ramona Uritescu-Lombard, AFAA
Tuesdays from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 1 – August 26
Fee: $90.00 ($45.00/HUGHP Members)

This incredible one-hour class will offer you just the right moves to target the Abs and Glutes, in the first 45 minutes, followed by firming and toning the muscles of the arm to improve strength and flexibility. The arm workout offers a way to stay active while getting a great cool down for the lower half of your body. Specific focus will be on helping you participate at the level that is appropriate for you in a way that is fun, safe, and energizing.

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3164 Dynamic Movements: Optimizing Flexibility, Balance and Strength

Rochelle Wolfe
Thursdays from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Monks Library, 75 Mt. Auburn Street, 2nd Floor, HUHS
July 3 – August 28
Fee: $90.00 ($45.00/HUGHP Members)

This class offers a refreshing & energizing, full body conditioning work out perfect for all levels. Abs, lower back, buttocks, hips & arms will be strengthened & toned through floor (mat) & standing exercises, choreographed to music. Exercises will focus on strength & flexibility improvement, while emphasizing proper posture & alignment, making you stronger, more toned, balanced & less prone to injury. You will also receive the benefit of exercises that will relax your entire body- ridding you of stress carried in the neck, shoulders, back & legs. All of this will be achieved while having fun. Your body will love you!

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