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Body Conditioning

Course Overview

Body Conditioning is a total body, music-based, Non dancing, group fitness class

The focus is on functional fitness, strength, mobility and balance exercises.

Perfect for anyone NOT a “dance class fan" or who wants to compliment their cardiovascular workouts with a Body Conditioning workout.

The music used in this class is specifically designed for a Body Conditioning class, so expect a music combination of disco, pop, rock, and some timeless oldies.

This class has 3 main components:
  • A 15-minute of standing mobility/ balance exercises using a playball
  • A 20-minute of standing strength exercises using hand weights
  • A 15-minute mat (lying on the floor) exercises for core, using a playball and your own body strength.
  • Stretch 2 mins relaxation 
Course Breakdown

Week 1 - 3: Selection of standing ball exercises, standing strength using hand weights, and core exercises using the ball, plus bodyweight exercises on the mat. 

Week 4 - 6: Different selection of exercises, standing and mat, plus utilising a resistance band in your workout 

Week 7 - 9: Different selection of exercises, standing and mat, plus utilising hand weights for mat exercises. 

Term Dates

Term 2 runs from Wednesday 1 May to Wednesday 26 June

Term 3 runs from Wednesday 24 July to Wednesday 18 September

Term 4 runs from Wednesday 16 October to Wednesday 11 December

Outcomes
  • Fun and socialisation 
  • Enhanced mood and self-confidence 
  • Improved balance and mobility 
  • Improved strength and less joint plain
  • Improved sleep
  • Improved brain power
  • Improved posture
  • Improved coordination and multitasking skills
Material List
  • Yoga/floor mat
  • Towel 
  • Water bottle
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Marion Claridge

About the tutor

Marion Claridge

Hi, I am Marion!I have been teaching Group Fitness exercise classes at the NSCC since 2007. As a qualified 'freestyle' exercise instructor, I have more freedom to design choreography and choose music that suits the class. Whether you have been attending my classes for years or are a new student, you will always find my classes to be friendly, encouraging, and a lot of fun, with plenty of laughter along the way.

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