Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Basic Yoga asanas or poses combined with breathing techniques. Designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at jingleenerio@gmail.com for more information! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
Let's focus on the core - the powerhouse of the body! Pilates improves flexibility & builds strength while improving coordination & balance. Emphasis on the abs, back, glutes, and thighs. An all-around great workout! Cost: $2 Residents, $4 Non-residents (To be paid at the time of class)
Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect For. Everybody and every body! How It Works. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Benefits. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness. Cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, boosted energy, and a […]
Belly dancing is a full-body workout. You'll be working your entire core, which includes your abs and hips. Your arms, shoulders, and chest will be engaged. As you learn more advanced moves, you'll work on balance as well. Your upper body will be utilized in the arms movements that come with belly dancing, as well as […]
Qigong has both psychological and physical components and involves the regulation of the mind, breath, and body’s movement and posture. In most forms of qigong: Breath is slow, long, and deep. Breath patterns may switch from abdominal breathing to breathing combined with speech sounds. Movements are typically gentle and smooth, aimed for relaxation. Mind regulation […]
Home School PE is a free program for kids aged 7 to 11. It takes place every Thursday from September to April. The program aims to encourage physical fitness and social interaction. Sessions run from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Highland Recreation Center gymnasium, following Hickory school’s holiday calendar. There is limited capacity […]
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.
