Program Locations Bernard Weinger JCC
Jacob Duman JCC at
Woodland Commons
Bernard Horwich JCC
Hyde Park JCC
Anita M. Stone JCC | Whether your goal is to trim, tone or ease stress, JCC’s group fitness classes help you realize total body wellness. JCC instructors keep up to date with the latest in fitness innovation, and educate and motivate class participants to reach their fitness goals. Bernard Weinger JCC AquaFit
Deep-water running and shallow-water choreography combine to give you a balanced cross-training workout. Use of noodles, aqua gloves and foam dumbbells help to burn fat, develop lean muscles, improve posture and enhance endurance.
Aqua Pump
Aqua Pump is geared to those who need to let off a little steam. It’s a fast-paced class combining cardiovascular conditioning with upper and lower body toning.
Group Strength
This intense class will make you burn fat and tone your body. This pure body sculpting program is the ultimate in group exercise weight training to music. Deep Water Aerobics
The use of a flotation device makes this class the most challenging water class.
Jazzercise
Get your heart pumping and move your feet to the beat. Join us six days a week for this energy-packed workout.
Parkinson’s Conditioning
This land class is specifically for people living with Parkinson’s. It includes gentle and appropriate exercises to help increase flexibility, overall strength and stamina.
Working with Weights
Explore free weights, strength training and flexibility training. This class is the closest workout to personal training in a group setting.
Fit MS
This class is for people with MS, Parkinson’s or other conditions that affect balance. The program utilizes the best yoga, tai chi, Pilates and stability ball techniques to improve balance, strength, flexibility and range of motion.
Call for a class schedule.
Personal Training
Reach your fitness goals with a personal trainer! Look and feel great with the help of BWJCC personal trainers. We custom-design a fitness program to match your skills, interests and lifestyle. Set personal workout goals and then work with your trainer for the motivation to achieve them.
Jacob Duman JCC at Woodland Commons Yoga
Certified Yoga instructor Uma Balu continues instructing yoga at the Jacob Duman JCC at Woodland Commons. Uma has been teaching yoga for 12 years in the Northwest Suburban area and has been with the JCC for 5 years. Yoga helps people of all ages release daily stresses through a combination of stretching, relaxation, balance, strengthening and flexibility. Please wear comfortable clothing. Bernard Horwich JCC Aqua Dynamics
A total body workout that uses the water’s resistance and support to improve cardiovascular fitness and strength. It is a very effective class for people with arthritis.
Cardio-Kickboxing (Women Only)
In this exciting class, kicking and punching movements to music provide you with an exciting, knockout workout! Gain strength, endurance, flexibility and coordination and burn loads of calories while having a great time! Call instructor Helen Baylis, 3rd degree black belt in TaeKwonDo and certified kickboxing instructor for more information at 773.519.1406 or 847.674.5068. Cardio-Sculpt (Women Only)
Cardio-Sculpt is a high-intensity class tailored to women. High impact aerobics combined with strength training makes for a full body workout. If you would like to lose weight and tone up, this is the class for you. Please bring your own weights to class. Fit & Fabulous
Just what all the experts advise—exercise for healthy living. Get every part of your body moving with a variety of exercises geared for the older adult. Pilates
Pilates is a unique method of body conditioning consisting of twisting, stretching, pushing, pulling and rolling movements on the floor. It focuses on core strength training by using all the muscles attached to the spine and hip. The benefits of this type of exercise are muscular strength, endurance, flexibility and joint mobility. If you want to tone your stomach and strengthen your lower back, this is the class for you!
Sit & Get Fit
If you think you can only sit—you are wrong! Join the “unique” chair exercise class geared for the less then fit senior. Feel positive about your body as well as your mind. Strength Training (Women Only)
Get total body conditioning and strengthening using a variety of rubber resistance tubing. Benefits are seen quickly as you tone up, get stronger, improve endurance, flexibility, bone density and balance. Core strength is also targeted. This group resistance class is set to music so you get fit and have fun! Taught by certified personal trainer, Helen Baylis; Call Helen at 773.519.1406 or 847.674.5068 for more information and to sign up. Tae Kwon Do (Women and Girls only 21+)
In this class, you will gain self-esteem, discipline, coordination,
and balance while learning self-defense, getting a great workout,
and of course having fun! Class taught by Third Degree Black Belt, Helen Baylis
Water Aerobics (Women Only)
This total body water workout helps tighten and tone muscles and improve cardiovascular health. Water aerobics is a great way to remain active during pregnancy. Participants of all fitness and swim levels are welcome. Day and evening classes are available. Hyde Park JCC Morning Aerobics
Start the day early and get your energy charged in this spirited aerobics class! Fight the effects of gravity with motivational dance and a marvelous set of toning exercises.
Rise & Shine
This class includes continuous and sustained movement for the heart and lungs, back strengthening, tummy flattening and bone building to prevent osteoporosis.
Fitness After 60
Walk taller, feel stronger! Exercise maximizes mobility of the spine and joints, strengthens bones and improves the elasticity of muscles. Focus on "body awareness" and the "joy of gym," drawing from the instructor’s wealth of experience providing creative and beneficial exercise classes.
Mall Walking
Our beautiful building, with its light-filled atrium, is perfect for all-weather walking. No charge to members.
Mat Pilates
Pilates is a fitness method emphasizing the development of core strength and balance to improve efficiency of movement and reduce the risk of injury. Those who practice Pilates praise it for developing strong, flexible muscles without creating bulk.
Yoga
Increase flexibility and balance while learning to achieve the ultimate in relaxation. Anita M. Stone JCC Life Line Health Screening at the JCC:
10 Minutes Could Save Your Life
Ingalls Memorial Hospital is pleased to offer these important health screenings at the Anita M. Stone JCC on Monday, October 24, along with Life Line Screening. These health screening events are in partnership and sponsored by Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Life Line screens the carotid arteries in the neck to determine if you are at risk for stroke. Up to 75% of all strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage. Screenings on the arteries of the legs are offered to check for peripheral artery disease, which is linked to heart disease. A third test is performed for aneurysms in the aortic vessel of the abdomen. Life Line also offers a bone density screening to test for early detection of osteoporosis.
This non-invasive, painless, preventive program is aimed at people 40 years and over. The program is open to the public and results are sent to you along with recommendations. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Call 1.800.324.1851 for your appointment.
Why Personal Training is the Right Choice
by Larry Espinoza, C.S.C.S., CPT
Director of Health and Fitness
No matter when you discovered fitness...No matter at what level you are now...No matter whether your goal is to reduce stress, lose weight or increase your strength, flexibility and aerobic capacity or for personal growth and health and well being...To make the most of your potential, you need to make fitness a part of your everyday life. More and more people are deciding to use a Personal Trainer to help them achieve their fitness goals. The JCC offers personal training at your convenience.
Work-out—not wear-out—your body.
Free Fitness Evaluation
members over 16 years of age
• Provides important baseline information
• Determines your current fitness level
• Assists you in setting realistic fitness goals
Call Larry to arrange for your Free Fitness Consultation and/or a Personal Training Appointment.
Pilates
Experience a workout unlike any other, all done through core abdominal muscles, creating a healthier lifestyle with every move you make. Body alignment and posture will improve—guaranteed.
Yogalates Ballet
A fusion of yoga, body sculpting and dance that will make you feel strong, confident and beautiful! If you want to develop long lean muscles, improve your posture and body alignment, increase flexibility and strength, this is the class for you!
Joints in Motion
Improve your posture without pain or joint stress in this class designed to keep the body supple and strong using a series of gentle movements in lying, sitting and standing positions.
Men’s Basketball League
Join us for full-court officiated games of basketball, plus two play-off games. The fun begins on Thursday, Nov 3 and lasts throughout the season! Call Larry to register.
Also...don’t forget Drop-In Basketball on Sunday mornings...call Larry for details!
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