February 4, 2012

Aligning in Flow Yoga Workshop: Saturday, Feb. 25th 2-3:30pm

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This workshop will improve  smoothness and flow through  alignment adjustments in common yoga poses that support a better real-time connection to your body’s biomechanical framing. The practice will include Sun Salutes, standing poses, balances, seated poses, backbends, side bends, twists, and inversions.

Yoga instructors, Charlene and Mike, will be on hand for demonstration and adjustments. Come for fun and to gain new awareness in your movement dynamics.

Class size is 25 people.  Sign up at the front desk to reserve your spot!

December 31, 2011

Flavor of the Season: Nia®

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Due to demand for more of the same Flavor classes, Flavor of the Month has been extended to 12 weeks!  Flavor of the Month is now Flavor of the Season.
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Nia® is our Flavor of the Season (January through March)
Instructed by Elise Storey
Thursday, 6:35-7:25 pm

Nia blends dance, martial arts, and healing arts to create a dynamic fitness and lifestyle practice that changes how people experience their body and exercise!
Come dance, kick, shake, and laugh with us! Experience the Joy.  All Nia movements are adaptable and can be personalized for any level of fitness or agility.

December 30, 2011

NEW Zumba® Class on Sundays

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Add a spark to your weekend and join Vanessa Thomason’s Zumba® party on Sunday from 11:30 am -12:30 pm! Vanessa uses high energy pop, Latin, and world beat music to a fun choreographed routine. She is originally from Costa Rica, and grew up with the Latin rhythms that have made her passionate about her Zumba class. Being multiracial has given her the motivation to celebrate multiculturalism through the Zumba workout. During her visits to this country, she learned about the beauty of Arabic music and belly dancing, which she incorporates into her workout. Vanessa uses high-energy pop, Latin and other international beats for an active and fun choreographed workout.  You can now come Zumba with us on Sunday with Vanessa 11:30 am-12:30 pm, Tuesday with Daniel 5:30-6:30 pm, and Thursday with Jenny 10:35-11:35 am.

December 15, 2011

Holiday Hours

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Please note our Holiday Hours and have a great holiday!

  • Saturday, December 31st – 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Sunday, January 1st - closed

December 12, 2011

Food Bank Donations during the Holiday

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Ballard Food Bank needs donations of non-perishable food and personal hygiene items for local families in need. Your donation can make a big difference.  Donations can be dropped off in the red bin near the front desk. Most Needed Items: Canned meat or fish, pasta, peanut butter, canned soup, canned fruit, canned vegetables, shelf stable kids snacks, dried beans, canned beans, rice, canned chili, cup of soup, shelf stable dairy, soda crackers, diapers, shampoo, tooth paste/brushes, soap, razors, Q-Tips, feminine hygiene.

December 2, 2011

Voted Top 10 Best Health Club & Best Trainer!

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Ballard Health Club – Voted “Top Ten” Best Health Clubs in Western WA
Evening Magazine hosts a competition every year for best in category. This year, out of over 170 nominees, Ballard Health Club ranked in the top ten best gyms in Western Washington! A huge part of what makes us so great is the people and the amazing community we all create, so thank you!
Jade Dahle – Voted “Top Ten” Best Trainer in Western WA
After a late entry into the competition and with over 300 nominees, Jade made a final landing in 7th place as best trainer! The only people who placed ahead of Jade were gyms and studios with multiple trainers and/or locations, and a couple of trainers from the Seattle suburbs (Auburn, Kirkland…).  Jade’s consolation prize, she was the top individual trainer located in the “Seattle Proper” area.  Way to go, Jade!

October 1, 2011

Flavor of the Month for Oct & Nov: Ski & Sport Conditioning

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Start off your ski season prepared, by joining Josh for Ski and Sport Conditioning every Thursday 6:35-7:25 pm for the months of  October and November. There will be a total of 6  Classes: No class on 11/3 or 11/24, Thanksgiving Day.

Ski and Sport Conditioning will give you the stamina needed to dominate the slopes.  Fitness Instructor and ski enthusiast Josh Leeger will improve your performance by focusing  on injury prevention, single-leg and core stabilization, dynamic flexibility, endurance, and strength training.

All levels  are welcome.  Classes will include individual assessments, which will help tailor the class to each person’s unique needs.  Let’s get ready for a strong ski season this year!

About Josh Leeger
Josh Leeger is a fitness instructor and personal trainer who leverages every ounce of education he’s had (from his Master’s degree in Kinesiology, experience in training clients, and participation in sports and martial arts) in every class he leads. He is dedicated to helping people achieve their highest level of physical fitness and health.

Josh holds a certification in Personal Training through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and he has been teaching Group Fitness classes since 2001. Classes include Boxing, Boot Camp, Ski Conditioning, Sports Conditioning and Barefoot Running. Josh has also been involved in martial arts since 1989.

September 30, 2011

Martial Arts Boot Camp Resumes November 1st!

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Martial Arts Boot Camp will resume November 1, 2011 and will be taught by BHC’s new instructor, Josh Leeger! The day and time remains the same – Tuesdays, 6:35-7:35 pm. This class draws from kickboxing, wrestling and Kung Fu. It’s a dynamic workout building endurance, flexibility, strength, speed and power. All fitness levels are welcome.

About Josh Leeger
Josh Leeger is a fitness instructor and personal trainer who leverages every ounce of education he’s had (from his Master’s degree in Kinesiology, experience in training clients, and participation in sports and martial arts) in every class he leads. He is dedicated to helping people achieve their highest level of physical fitness and health.

Josh holds a certification in Personal Training through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and he has been teaching Group Fitness classes since 2001. Classes include Boxing, Boot Camp, Ski Conditioning, Sports Conditioning and Barefoot Running. Josh has also been involved in martial arts since 1989.

August 27, 2011

Sept: Flavor of the Month – QiGong & Yoga Class Changes

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FLAVOR OF THE MONTH – QIGONG:

For the month of September, we are offering QiGong (CHI GUNG), an ancient Chinese practice involving moving meditation and breath work. It is effective in lowering stress, relaxing the body and easing the “monkey” mind. Come join Josh on Thursdays6:35-7:25 pm to experience this ancient Chinese practice.

YOGA CLASS CHANGES:

Flow Yoga with Julie, Saturday, 9:00-10:20 am. TIME CHANGE: 8:30-9:45 am. Starts Saturday, Sept. 9th.

Flow Yoga, Thursday, 7:30-8:45 pm. CLASS & INSTRUCTOR CHANGE: Power Flow Yoga with Rachel. Starts Thursday, Sept. 15th.

Power Flow Yoga with Carl, Sunday, 11:30 am-1:00 pm. CANCELED, Last Class Sunday, Sept.25th.

Yin Yoga with David, Friday, 3:30-4:45 pm. CANCELED. Last Class Friday, Sept. 30th.

Power Yoga with Tracy, Sunday. 3:30-5:00 pm. CLASS  & TIME CHANGE: Open Yoga, 4:00-5:15 pm with Tracy. Starts Sunday, Oct. 2nd.

August 1, 2011

Introducing Matt Hack, BHC’s Newest Fitness Trainer

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Matt Hack joined the fitness training team at Ballard Health Club in May and is excited to begin training Ballard Health Club members. Matt received his Personal Trainer Certificate from WITS (World Instructor Training School) and has designed a few workout programs for members to try out.  Sign up for an appointment with Matt  to learn one of these great workouts or to learn more about the equipment we have at BHC.

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