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Group Fitness Classes

NOTE: The classes listed below are only available to staff, faculty, alumni and students of Northwestern.

Nia

  • Mondays, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the gym.
  • Nia is a great workout and an incredible stress reliever. Nia combines the fun and energy of dance, the explosive power of martial arts, the gentle flow of Tai Chi, with the breathing and flexibility of yoga into one body-mind-spirit cardio workout your body will love. Non-impact, all fitness levels welcome, and no previous experience with yoga, martial arts, or dance necessary.  Classes are taught by certified blue belt instructor Barbara Layne, T4 chiro student.
  • Click here for more information on Nia

Yoga

  • Wednesdays, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the gym.
  • All levels are welcome.
  • A limited number of yoga mats and straps are supplied on a first come, first serve basis. You are also encouraged to bring a blanket.
  • Click here for more information on Yoga
  • If you have any other questions, please contact Julie Potterat jpotter@nwhealth.edu

Martial Arts

  • Mondays, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the cafeteria conference room.
  • Wednesdays, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the gym.
  • Exposure to various systems of martial arts in a relaxed, fun and safe environment. Training will focus on Filipino martial arts, Muay Thai and self-defense techniques. Training will range from technique based drills to challenging cardiovascular workouts.