Ridgefield
Continuing Education |
||||
Cardio
Workouts; Burn and Tone; La Blast; Zumba; Line Dance |
||||
Complete Workouts, Total Body Reset, Line Dance, La Blast, Barre-Lates, Pilates (included as part of several classes), Stretch
and more - Keep Scrolling
Teachers and Substitutes
Wanted - If you have a wellness or movement class that you have taught before, please email ridgefieldcontinuingeducation@gmail.com or
phone (203) 431-2812.
Medical Questions:
We expect students to have consulted with their doctor before starting any new exercise program.
LaBlast Fitness ® Cardio Dance Workout with Light Weights
You will get your heart rate up and sweat a bit with this aerobic workout created by Louis
Van Amstel of Dancing with the Stars. LaBlast® is a partner-free, simple, low impact, safe, cardio / ballroom dance workout for all levels. Some exercises use optional light weights. There is no mat. It's fun and energizing. Beginners are encouraged to attend. Wear sneakers and bring light hand weights (if you have them) and a water
bottle. Instructor Denise Nethercott started ballroom dancing in 2011 and has successfully competed as an amateur ballroom dancer with Fred Astaire Dance Studios. She is an Open Gold level dancer with numerous accomplishments. She placed first at the National Dance Championship competition in Florida and is the winner of many Regional competitions throughout these years - both Championship and Scholarship rounds. She is proficient in both American and International styles. Denise's mission is to combine her passion for ballroom dance with her passion for physical fitness. Upon discovering LaBlast® Fitness, she knew right away, this was for her. LaBlast® is a fun, safe exercise program that combines the love of dance with the need to move our bodies. Denise became a certified LaBlast® Fitness
instructor in 2019 and started Dance Fit with Denise in 2021.
8
Sessions $ 99 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 85)
Mon., 9/15, 22, 29; 10/6, 20, 27; 11/3, 10 from 5:45 to 6:35 p.m. at East
Ridge Middle
School. NOTE: No class 10/13.
Full Body Burn and Tone
This full body workout, led by Pat Anikewich, is designed to burn calories and sculpt lean muscle by using elements of cardio, strength training, and stretch. The class is good for beginners, intermediate and advanced participants. Modifications are always offered in a non-intimidating environment. Weights are encouraged, (bring your own) but not required. Please have available weights of your choice, towel, mat and water. Instructor
Patricia Anikewich holds many group exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness centers. Make up date, if needed, is added to an open date or the end of the session. Zoom available.
Sessions
remaining in current class =
Tue., 9/9, 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Annex
+ Zoom. NOTE:
No class 9/2, 23.
6
Sessions $ 78 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 67)
Tue., 9/30; 10/7, 14, 21, 28; 11/18 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Veterans Park
School + Zoom. NOTE:
No class 11/4, 11. Makeup, if needed, is 11/25 - probably on Zoom only.
6
Sessions $ 78 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 67)
Tue., 12/2, 16; 1/6, 13, 20, 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Veterans
Park School + Zoom. NOTE:
No class 12/9. Makeup, if needed, is 2/3.
Zumba ® with
Valerie
This high energy, Latin-inspired dance fitness class combines low-intensity
and high-intensity moves for a dynamic, full body workout that feels more like
a party than exercise! You will enjoy easy to follow choreography based on
international rhythms like salsa, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton. Each class
starts with
a warm up to get your body ready and ends with a cool down featuring light
stretches to aid recovery and flexibility. Participants should wear workout
attire that
allows for a full range of motion and sneakers. Bring a water bottle to stay
hydrated during class. Instructor Valerie Kirincich is a fitness and dance
instructor originally from Long Island, NY. She is licensed in Zumba ® and
has certification
through
AFAA for Group Fitness. She has several years experience creating programs
for all ages and ability levels for gyms, after school programs, and private
events. She currently teaches Zumba, and Body Sculpt classes at several area
fitness centers. Valerie
enjoys meeting new
students
and motivating them to achieve their fitness goals!
8
Sessions $ 104 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 89)
Wed., 10/15, 22, 29; 11/5, 12, 19; 12/3, 10 from 6 to 7 p.m.
at Veterans
Park School + Zoom. NOTE:
No class 11/26. Makeup, if needed, is 12/17.
Barre Fusion
Join this low impact strength workout that
enhances your muscle tone, posture, flexibility and confidence in a class that
blends
ballet, dance, functional strength and mind-body inspired movement. Light
weights or no weights are required. Chairs will be provided to act as a barre. All
fitness levels welcome. Instructor Patricia Anikewich holds many group
exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness
centers. Bring weights, mat, towel, water. Make
up date, if needed, is added to an open date or the end of the session.
7
Sessions $ 91 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 78)
Thur., 9/25; 10/9, 16, 23, 30; 11/6, 13 from 6 to 6:55 p.m. at Veterans
Park School +
Zoom. NOTE:
No class 10/2.
7
Sessions $ 91 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 78)
Thur., 11/20; 12/4, 11, 18; 1/8, 15, 22 from 6 to
6:55 p.m. at Veterans
Park School +
Zoom. NOTE:
No class 11/27; 12/25; 1/1. Makeup, if needed, is 1/29.
Zumba ® with
Yolima
Zumba, a high energy fitness workout, combines Latin and internatonal music with
dance moves, creating a fun and effective workout. It incorporates elements of
aerobic, interval and resistance training, maximizing calorie burning and cardiovascular
benefits. Move to the rhythm of salsa, flamenco, merengue and other global beats.
Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. Instructor Yolima Solano is licensed
in Zumba ®,
a life long dancer originally from Colombia, who enjoys teaching Zumba ® in
the
area. She is also a dental hygienist.
7
Sessions $ 87 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 75)
Thur., 10/9, 16, 23, 30; 11/6, 13, 20 from 7:10 to 8 p.m.
at Veterans
Park School +
Zoom. NOTE:
No class 11/27.
7
Sessions $ 87 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 75)
Thur., 12/4, 11, 18; 1/8, 15, 22, 29 from 7:10 to 8 p.m. at Veterans
Park School +
Zoom. NOTE:
No class 12/25; 1/1. Makeup, if needed, is 2/5.
Line Dance for Beginners
The ideal workout. Burn fat and calories while you are having fun! Do you know your right from your left, can you count to 8? Then you can line dance! We
will start with the basics and build from there. If you have been to this course before, come on back, we have new dances lined up for this course. Please bring a
water bottle and wear leather or suede soled shoes. Instructors Steve Parker and Ellen Russow have been dancing for over 28 years and teaching for over 16.
5
Sessions $ 65 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 56)
Wed., 9/24; 10/8, 15, 22, 29 from 7 to 8 p.m. at East Ridge
Middle School. NOTE:
No class 10/1.
5
Sessions $ 65 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 56)
Wed., 11/5, 12, 19; 12/3, 10 from 7 to 8 p.m. at East Ridge
Middle School. NOTE:
No class 11/26. Makeup, if needed, is 12/17.
5
Sessions $ 65 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 56)
Wed., 1/7, 14, 21, 28; 2/4 from 7 to 8 p.m. at East Ridge
Middle School. NOTE:
No class 12/24, 31. Makeup, if needed, is 2/11.
Tai Chi, Qi Gong
Tai Chi Form, Qi Gong, and Tai Chi Exercises -
see Tai Chi category for date/price information.
Tai
Chi (Yang Long Form)
Tai
Chi Form classes are in person - either in a school or public building
(the morning classes go outside when the weather is good).
Tai Chi, the gentle form of exercise often called meditation in motion, has been
practiced in China for hundreds of years. This ancient art helps relieve stress,
increase strength and flexibility, improve balance, coordination and circulation.
Its slow and graceful movements make it accessible to anyone, regardless of age
or level of physical fitness. While Tai Chi improves overall physical and mental
health, it is also an effective martial art. Class sizes are limited.
See Tai Chi category for date/price information.
Tai Chi Strength and Balance (Beginner): the Natural Way to Promote Health
This class is a meditation in motion and a full body workout combined, all
done standing (no mat). This first class consists of 35 basic Tai Chi exercises
designed to promote better health, stress relief, balance and coordination,
concentration, and internal organ massage. These exercises are based on Step
by Step Tai Chi: the Natural Way to Strength and Healing by Master Lam Kam
Chuen. Please have a set of 2 or 3 pound weights and a water bottle available.
Instructor Rod Barfield, a former NYC teacher, has been doing Tai Chi exercises
since 1994 and has studied the Tai Chi Form under Gwen Roman since Fall 2013.
See Tai Chi category for date/price information.
Beginning Tai Chi / Qi Gong
This class is open to all levels. We will begin with grounding, meditation and breath work. Stretching and strengthening occurs throughout the practice. Qi Gong movements will help us learn energy flow. Tai chi form will be done at end of class. Instructor: Deby Goldenberg. Instructor Deby Goldenberg has practiced and taught martial arts (3rd degree black belt), Tai Chi and Yoga in this area for decades. She is also an Amrit Yoga Nidra therapist.
See Tai Chi category for date/price information.
Restore and More - Gentle Qi Gong and Lite Yoga Movements with Deby
Goldenberg
~ Evening
Join our fusion of Qi Gong and Yoga
movements and:
Then restore and relax using yoga
therapy and basic stretching to move your energy into a deep restorative
slumber (sleep based meditation). Leave rejuvenated, whole and complete.
You will love the flow. Instructor Deby Goldenberg has practiced and taught
martial arts (3rd degree black belt) and Tai Chi and Yoga for decades. She
is also an Amrit Yoga Nidra therapist.
See Tai
Chi category for date/price information.
Ballroom Dance and Event
Bootcamp
Ballroom/Swing, Salsa Dance - see Dance category for date/price information.
Medical Questions:
We expect students to have consulted with their doctor before starting any new exercise program.
2025 Site designed and maintained by Ridgefield Continuing Education.