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Easy Tai Chi (Tues)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

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

Zumba (Tues)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

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 […]

Event Series Qi Gong

Qi Gong

Ridgeview Recreation Center 115 7th Ave SW, Hickory, NC, United States

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 […]

Event Series Cycle Strength (Thur)

Power Cuts (Wed)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

A 45-minute dynamic full-body strength training class that targets specific muscle groups with weights, resistance bands, and bodyweight exercises. For more information contact: Kathleen Carl-Jenkins at kcarl.kcj@gmail.com $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)

Zumba Gold (Wed)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

For active older adults and anyone seeking a modified Zumba class that recreates the original Zumba moves at a lower intensity. The class features easy-to-flow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Contact instructor Tawny Homesley at tawny.homesley@gmail.com for more information. $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time […]

Cycle (Wed)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

A high-energy cardiovascular workout! Participants have total control of resistance and intensity levels of their workout. New participants should arrive at class at least 15 minutes early to ensure proper set-up on the bike. Towel and water bottle are suggested! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)  

Total Body (Wed)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

You’ll feel the burn! Resistance and cardio combined for a well-rounded fat-burning workout! Great for both women and men at any fitness level. $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)

Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.

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