YogaFit class demo Sept. 7 at library
Adult programs are starting up for the fall at BFR.
Adult Fitness Options
Adult Fitness classes at BFR include a variety of styles and fitness
levels. Morning options include Total Body Conditioning (Monday through Friday 7:30AM-8AM), All Star Workout (Monday and Wednesday 8:30-9:30AM), Low Impact Aerobics (10:00-11:00AM Mondays).
Strength & Flexibility (Thursday 10-11:00AM), YogaFit (Friday 8:30-9:30AM), and Water Exercise (Level I Monday through Thursday 9:30-10:15AM or Level 2 Tuesday and Thursday 8:30-9:30AM).
Evening classes include Water Exercise (Monday 6-6:45PM), Zumba Fitness (Tuesdays 6-7pm), YogaFit (Wednesdays 6:30PM at the Bluffton Public Library) and Cardio Sculpt (Thursday 6-7PM).
Saturday Morning Aerobics will resume on Sept. 10 at 9AM with Zumba Fitness.
BFR introduces Kellie Ponchak as the new Zumba Fitness
instructor. Diane Stratton who introduced the class to the area is taking
a break in teaching. Ponchak, a new resident of Bluffton, was recently certified as Zumba instructor and will lead the Tuesday night and Saturday morning classes. Zumba is a fun, dance experience featuring Latin music. The class is entirely aerobic and designed for both new and experienced exercisers.
YogaFit demonstration Sept. 7
A demonstration of YogaFit will be offered on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 6:30PM (Bluffton Public Library). Instructor, Chris Setzer will use current class members to show the various yoga positions used and new participants can practice during this free session. The demo will be offered without fee to new and returning members. No registration is required; wear comfortable clothing.
YogaFit is a fitness class based on yoga; participants follow a routine of positions and holds for core development and arm and leg strengthening. Classes are normally held by candle-light to provide a relaxing atmostphere.
BFR Adult Fitness classes are open to new participants at any time of the year. Cost per class is $5 ($3 for BFR members) and an Any Class Card purchase will lower the per class rate.
BFR Sports & Fitness is located at 215 Snider Road in Bluffton. BFR is a non-profit facility offering lifelong fitness opportunities. Contact the center by calling 419-358-4150 or visiting the web site: www.bfronline.com.
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