Boost Your Fitness
Day/Time: Tuesday 7:30-8:30
Duration: weeks
Tutor: Niamh Pentony
Fee: €100
Invest in yourself and get some 'me' time.
This course will provide you with practical skills to help you create healthy habits for life. It will teach you the ‘why’ of fitness as well as the ‘how’. It will invigorate your mind while also developing muscle strength and fitness. Please wear appropriate exercise clothing and footwear, bring a towel and a bottle of water to each class.
Niamh Pentony has a degree in science from the University of Limerick and coaches’ basketball in schools and in her local club. She has been working in local sports partnerships and Olympics Ireland for the last few years and she has a passion for helping people lead a healthy and active life.
Pilates
Pilates (Beginners)
Day/Time: Wednesday 7:50-8:45pm
Duration: 10 weeks
Tutor: Catherine Bernard
Fee: €100
Format: In person
Pilates, a method of exercise invented by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, is designed to improve physical strength, flexibility and posture. The practice of Pilates is very mindful, bringing together more awareness of the body, mind and breath. Even though Pilates focuses on strengthening the core, the method works all the muscles in the body. This course is ideal for beginners, or people that may have gone to mixed level classes looking to deepen their knowledge of the core muscles; good knowledge to have for the rehabilitation or prevention of injuries. All you need is a mat, some water, and comfortable sports clothes.
This course is not suitable for those who are pregnant.
Pilates (Improvers)
Day/Time: Wednesday 6:45-7:40pm
Duration: 10 weeks
Tutor: Catherine Bernard
Fee: €100
Format: In person
This course is similar to the course for beginners but is designed for those who would like a tougher workout and who want to take their Pilates to the next level.
This course is not suitable for those who are pregnant.
Pole Fitness
Pole Fitness (Beginners)
Day/Time: Monday 5:30-6:30, 6:30-7:30, 7:30-8:30pm
Duration: 6 weeks
Tutor: Just Dance & Fitness
Fee: €65
Apart from the fun factor, it’s been estimated that beginner pole fitness dancers can lose between 300 and 400 calories per hour! It’s also a great toning and cardiovascular exercise. Probably the most fun you can have whilst getting a full body workout! For Fun…For Fitness…For Life… Just Dance (Pole!!)
You should wear shorts/three quarter lengths (or something of this nature) and a T-shirt, runners are our recommended footwear. Please arrive 30 minutes early on the first night to register and make full payment.
Pole Fitness (Improvers)
Day/Time: Monday 8:30-9:30pm
Duration: 6 weeks
Tutor: Just Dance & Fitness
Fee: €65
Apart from the fun factor, it’s been estimated that beginner pole fitness dancers can lose between 300 and 400 calories per hour! It’s also a great toning and cardiovascular exercise. Probably the most fun you can have whilst getting a full body workout! For Fun…For Fitness…For Life… Just Dance (Pole!!). This course is a follow on from the beginners courses.
You should wear shorts/three quarter lengths (or something of this nature) and a T-shirt, runners are our recommended footwear. Please arrive 30 minutes early on the first night to register and make full payment.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi and Qigong (beginners)
Day/Time: Thursday 7:00-8:00pm
Duration: 8 weeks
Tutor: Ming Ng
Fee: €90
Format: In person
Tai chi (taiji) and qigong (chi kung) are life-enhancing arts which have been practised for centuries for health, self-defence and personal development.
Course outline
Tai chi and qigong exercises are low-impact, slow-motion mind-body exercises that can improve a person’s general functioning and quality of life. The health benefits include enhancement in muscle strength, more vigour and flexibility, better balance and mobility, and a sense of well-being and confidence.
This program is designed to enable the student to gain an appreciation of the practices required within a traditional taiji (tai chi) and qigong (chi kung) training program. The training program is based on the Chen style tai chi system that originated in the Chen Family Village, Henan province, China. Elements from other tai chi systems are also incorporated based on the instructor’s personal experience.
Who is the class for?
The Tai chi & Qigong exercises are suitable for everyone, the young and the not so young. They are safe and no fancy equipment or clothing are needed, so it's easy to get started.
What can the student learn in the class?
The student will be introduced to the following:
Exercises for loosening joints
Breathing technique for relaxation
Standing Meditation for conditioning the mind and body
Introduction on taiji philosophy
Perform a set of taiji & qigong routine to consolidate the above and to produce health benefits mentioned above.
By completing this program, the new student will have acquired the basic skills to enable them to be able to relax and cope better with daily stresses.
What does the student need to get started?
Just wear loose comfortable clothing and flat shoes.
Tai Chi (improvers)
Day/Time: Thursday 8:00-9:00pm
Duration: 8 weeks
Tutor: Ming Ng
Fee: €90
Format: In person
Tai chi (taiji) and qigong (chi kung) are life-enhancing arts which have been practised for centuries for health, self-defence and personal development.
Course outline
Tai chi and qigong exercises are low-impact, slow-motion mind-body exercises that can improve a person’s general functioning and quality of life. The health benefits include enhancement in muscle strength, more vigour and flexibility, better balance and mobility, and a sense of well-being and confidence.
This program is designed to enable the student to gain an appreciation of the practices required within a traditional taiji (tai chi) and qigong (chi kung) training program. The training program is based on the Chen style tai chi system that originated in the Chen Family Village, Henan province, China. Elements from other tai chi systems are also incorporated based on the instructor’s personal experience.
Who is the class for?
The Tai chi & Qigong exercises are suitable for everyone, the young and the not so young. They are safe and no fancy equipment or clothing are needed, so it's easy to get started.
What can the student learn in the class?
The student will be introduced to the following:
Exercises for loosening joints
Breathing technique for relaxation
Standing Meditation for conditioning the mind and body
Introduction on taiji philosophy
Perform a set of taiji & qigong routine to consolidate the above and to produce health benefits mentioned above.
By completing this program, the new student will have acquired the basic skills to enable them to be able to relax and cope better with daily stresses.
What does the student need to get started?
Just wear loose comfortable clothing and flat shoes.