FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS BALANCE, STRENGTH, & STRETCH - This unique class will work on balance exercises and strength work. BOXING BOOTCAMP - This high-energy kickboxing class makes working out fun. Train to jab, hook, punch, and kick a punching bag all while gaining strength, flexibility, stamina, and a high calorie burning workout. The class will include a variety of strength training and plyometric moves to give you an AMAZING full- body workout in just 45 minutes! Requirement: A set of wraps and gloves. There is a one-time charge of $25 if you would like a provided set of wraps and gloves, if you have your own you do not need to pay this additional fee. CARDIO PUMP - The perfect union of cardio, strength, and music. This fun class features half cardio and half strength using a variety of group fitness equipment. CARDIO STRENGTH FUSION - Strength, cardio, and yoga all fused together to make an incredible workout. CORE POWER FUSION - Develop a strong core in this 35-minute express class! This class includes powerful techniques that will strengthen your entire core with the bonus of mobility and flexibility training. CYCLE BLAST - Get a great workout in just 30 minutes! Cycle Blast is a fast-paced indoor cycling class featuring energizing hills, sprints, and intervals designed to improve cardio fitness and build endurance. All fitness levels are welcome - rid at your own pace and intensity. CYCLE INTERVAL - Indoor Cycling is a fun, athletic-based cardiovascular workout set to fun music to take you on the ride of your life. This challenging cycling class will combine a variety of speeds, terrains, and intensities to give you the ultimate riding experience! Burn calories and get lost in the beat of the music. Open to all fitness levels. CYCLE INTRO - New to cycling? Join our Intro to Cycle class! Learn bike setup, riding techniques, and the basics of a cycle workout in a fun, supportive environment. Perfect for beginners looking to gain confidence before joining a regular cycle class. CYCLE STRENGTH - This 45-minute workout combines 25 minutes of cycle intermixed with 20 minutes of strength work for the ultimate combination! You will do cycle drills that make you sweat and strength work that trains all your major muscles. DANCE FUSION - (Not offered this fall) Geared to those 60+ who want a fun workout dancing to music from the 60s to today, this class fuses several genres, from disco to international beats. Light weights are integrated into choreography to get a full body workout. HI/LO BODYSCULPT - Pure Cardio! Aerobics choreography combines varying levels of impact, which the participant can modify to increase or reduce intensity. INTRO TO WEIGHT TRAINING - Join us in a strength training circuit class held in the Community Center weight room. Trainers will assist you in learning basic strength exercises using Life Fitness machines, bands, and free weights. Open to all fitness levels! PILATES BARRE - No ballet experience required here! This intense fusion of Pilates, Sculpting, and Ballet-based exercises will change the way your body looks - longer, leaner, and stronger. CITY OF AMES 2026 FALL PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE • PAGE 54
