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Fitness classes complement equipment

The W’s aerobics classes offer members opportunities like group training (pictured above), cycling and yoga. An added benefit for aerobics enthusiasts is the chance to become a certified instructor.

by Josh Urban ’08

In addition to the equipment and facilities, The W offers aproximately 40 fitness classes per week, and more may be added.

Nikki Hudnutt, assistant director of The W for fitness, oversees fitness classes and group exercise and personal training.

“I really think The W is a great opportunity for the community,” said Hudnutt. “The W staff and the college hope these classes will attract a broader audience from the surrounding areas.”

The W offers nine different basic fitness classes to all members. There are also six premium fitness classes that require more instruction and equipment. As a result, the classes are offered at an additional fee. The difficulty in these classes ranges between a few levels of fitness, but The W will help find the program that works for you.

There are also a few group workout programs, such as the “Walk-n-Talk” program for senior citizens who meet early mornings to walk the indoor track.

Certifications offered

In addition to fitness classes, The W also offers training on how to become an instructor. There are classes offered to certify people as yoga, cycling and group fitness instruction. This will be the only place in the area that will offer both yoga classes and instruction year-round.

The W will offer yoga instruction certification at various times throughout the year. Area residents would otherwise have to travel to Cedar Rapids or Dubuque to receive such instruction.

Also available will be certification courses in the areas of group fitness, cycling and yoga. This will be the only facility within an hour to offer all of these certification courses, including all the programs and equipment.

Urban is a communication arts major, with public relations and print media emphases, from Hanover Park, Ill.