Do you need something to motivate you to work out? Maybe you would love to work out in a fun way, but you are afraid of getting in over your head? Maybe you have been working out for some time, and are physically fit, but need a change.
Or maybe you need something to challenge you as your workouts have become routine and easy for you. Are you too shy to take a class? If any of these describe your situation, you need to check out the classes at American Fitness in Christopher, IL.
American Fitness offers a variety of classes for all fitness levels. Classes take place Monday through Thursday, and Saturday. Most classes are free with your Gym Membership. You can also purchase a “Classes Only” package if you prefer. We try to encourage and help our members to achieve whichever goal they have set for themselves. Our instructors are there to help you and make each one feel welcome and comfortable in their class.
Once you have attended a class we are sure you will be back! Moves are modified for you and you can also work at your own pace. Class schedules are always posted at the gym, on Facebook, on our website www.americanfitnessllc.com or you can call 724-4000 during business hours to see what classes are offered. Try one ….or try them all!
On Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:30 pm, Clint Mayer teaches Boot Camp. A prison guard by day, Clint knows about fitness. When asked about his class, Clint said, “This class works for everyone no matter how old you are or what shape you are in.” He goes on to explain that “Every exercise has a modification for your fitness level.” In looking over the class participants, you know that is true. Participants from 10 yrs to over 60 yrs old were enjoying the class. With good music and a 100% positive environment, this class works every body part from your shoulders to your toes. It features hit training and intense cardio.
On Tuesday from 5:00 – 6:00 pm and Saturday 9:30 – 10:30 am, Storey Mayer teaches Tabata. Tabata is a type of high intensity interval training. It consists of 20 seconds of high intensity exercise, 10 seconds of rest, and repeats 8 times for a total of 4 minutes. Storey focuses on targeting different areas such as your legs, abs, glutes and arms. Storey keeps you moving and what a great class to tone up!
On Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 – 7:00 pm, Mitchell Witcher, is a certified Zumba Instructor. Zumba is a very fun and exciting class full of all kinds of different dance moves including Latin and international music. Michelle also uses many songs that you hear on the radio every day! You will forget that you are working out because you are having so much fun and you don’t need any previous dance experience at all. The workout is basically ‘watch and follow’. You will be surprised at how fast you catch on to the routines! The moves are repeated often and are not complicated. Some songs are fast and sometimes she slows it down a bit, but you are burning those calories the entire hour!
Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 am Hayley Hudgens, wife of owner Trent Hudgens teaches our most popular class, American Rhythm & Dance. Hayley designed this class with a mixture of dance, aerobics, and a high intensity cardio. The dance moves work your legs, arms, and core for a full body workout. Although the class is an hour long she incorporates 16 songs non stop. The class goes by fast because you laugh, scream and have FUN! She comes up with new moves and you never know when she will pull another one out for you to try. I assure you when you leave her class there won’t be a dry spot on you even though they keep their classes at 68 degrees at all times and all fans are on. Her classes are normally always full so be sure & get signed up. You never know what she has in store for you and it is always something new & exciting I assure you. Awesome is the only word to describe Hayley and her unique American Rhythm & Dance class!
Wednesday Mornings from 9:30 – 10:30 am, Holly Wangler teaches Senior Stretch. After a light warm up this class focuses on strengthening the major muscle groups. Low impact cardio intervals are done with exercises to keep the heart rate up. Floor static stretches are then done for the muscles that were just worked. The class is ended with core exercises to strengthen the abdominal & lower back muscles. This class helps to stretch those muscles that are not used to help keep them moving & in shape. This class has people of all ages participating and both men & women love what Holly has in store for them on Wednesday mornings! Holly is a Certified Health Fitness Specialist and serves as a personal trainer for the gym. Next week, you’ll learn all about Holly’s services.
Wednesday from 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Tracy Walker teaches Low Impact Aerobics & Dance. This class is a mixture of Zumba and American Rhythm & Dance, but is meant for people just starting out their exercise routines. Tracy throws in allot of different dances with a much slower pace but you get a great workout. She modifies moves for those who have certain issues. This class is a lot of fun and a great way to burn calories! Each of our Instructors has their own unique way of helping you to achieve your goal whatever it may be!
These are just a few of the classes offered at American Fitness with many more to come. Trent Hudgens, owner and operator says that many new & exciting things are in the works at American Fitness. He hasn’t given out any details but assures us that American Fitness is soon to be the “Largest” fitness center in Franklin County with the “Lowest” rates. New & exciting things are about to come to Christopher, IL … home of American Fitness!
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