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Dance and Mind & Body

dance

iLearn Dance classes are intended to help you build your understanding of dance techniques in both upbeat/modern formats as well as traditional/cultural formats.

iLearn Mind & Body courses help you learn to breathe, strengthen and lengthen your body to new limits. 

We hope you'll love our classes!

yoga

Please visit our Member Services Desk or call 513-556-0604 to register for class.

If you missed a deadline, but still want to register, please contact Ashley Varol at 513-556-0510 or ashley.varol@uc.edu as you may not be too late!

ACRO YOGA

Remember how fun it was to play "airplane" as a kid?  Learn how to safely reignite that same sense of adventure and excitement as an adult in Acro Yoga.Acro Yoga is a fusion of yoga, acrobatics, and Thai yoga massage.   In addition to some vinyasa yoga, partner yoga, therapeutics, balancing, strengthening, and trust exercises, you will learn how to "base" others and "fly" in a variety of postures while supported by another person/people.  Partners are not required.  Desire to have fun is mandatory.
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm A
Mon 12:00-12:45 p.m.
S1: 1/23-2/27 (5)
Jan 18
Dara
$25 mem / $33 non-mem
CRC-Rm A
Mon 12:00-12:45 p.m.
S2: 3/6-4/17 (6)
Mar 1
Dara
$30 mem / $39 non-mem

HIP HOP

This class will teach you how to do street hip hop with a bit of breakdance incorporated.  Learn moves like SYTYCD and ABDC and show off at the end of the session!
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm B
Wed 4:30-5:15 p.m.
S1: 1/23-2/27 (6)
Jan 18
Boom Boom
$30 mem / $39 non-mem
CRC-Rm B
Wed 4:30-5:15 p.m.
S2: 3/6-4/17 (6)
Mar 1
Boom Boom
$30 mem / $39 non-mem

HOOPING

Working out with a hoop is a great way to strengthen, lengthen and have fun!  This class will get you moving with a small group of people who are up to the challenge just like you! Our staff are trained by Hoopnotica - check it out online!
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm C
Wed 7:15-8 p.m.
S1: 1/23-2/27 (6) Jan 18
Katie C-P
$30 mem / $39 non-mem
CRC-Rm C
Wed 7:15-8 p.m.
S1: 3/6-4/17 (6) Mar 1
Katie C-P $30 mem / $39 non-mem
CRC-Rm A
Thurs 3:45-4:30 p.m. S2: 1/24-2/28(6) Jan 18
Katie W $30 mem / $39 non-mem
CRC-Rm A
Thurs 3:45-4:30 p.m. S2: 3/7-4/18 (6) Mar 1
Katie W $30 mem / $39 non-mem

LATIN BALLROOM (partners recommended, but not required!)

Been to Fountain Square for Salsa on the Square and wonder "how do they do that?" Come to this class to learn how to Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa, and Jive/Swing!  Dance steps will be modified, so you can be well experienced or brand new and still get a lot out of this class!  See what it's like to DWTS!  Partner recommended, but not required-if solo, you'll be paired with classmates or the instructor. Please no heels on the gym floors!
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm C
Tues. 8:15-9 p.m. S1: 1/22-4/16 (12) Jan 18
Patrick
$60 mem / $78 non-mem
(fees are per person)

TRADITIONAL BALLROOM (partners recommended, not required!)

You've seen Dancing With the Stars; now it's your turn!  Join this class whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer and learn the steps of the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot and Quickstep!  Do our hometown winner of DWTS (Drew Lachey) proud! (Partner is not required, but recommended.  If you do not come with a partner, you will be paired with other solo participants or with the instructor) Please no heels on the gym floors!
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm C
Tues. 7:15-8 p.m. S1: 1/22-4/16 (12)
Jan 18
Patrick
$60 mem / $78 non-mem
(fees are per person)

YOGA ARM BALANCE

Have you ever seen the great poses like crane, firefly and peacock and wanted to give it a try?  This progressive class will strengthen your arms and teach you how to safely get into the postures that we generally can't get to in group fit with a large group.  You'll get individualized attention as you work to improve your practice.
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm C
Thurs 8:15-9 p.m.
3/7-4/18 (6)
Mar 1
Katie C-P
$30 mem / $39 non-mem

YOGA FOR STRESS

Learn different techniques and yoga poses that offer a calming state when stressed.  Working with the breath and meditation are just a couple ways to help clear the mind.  We will focus on yoga asanas and the other 8 limbs of yoga to find individual ways of feeling better.   Learn about different ways to relax the body for better sleep patterns and setting intentions at the beginning of each day to have a positive experience.
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm C
Tues 3:15-4:00 p.m.
S1: 1/22-2/27 (6)
Jan 18
Lesile
$30 mem / $39 non-mem
CRC-Rm C
Tues 3:15-4:00 p.m.
S2: 3/5-4/16 (6)
Mar 1
Lesile
$30 mem / $39 non-mem

YOGA HEADSTANDS

This class is designed to help you build up to a head or hand stand safely and with control, balance, and most importantly with supervision.  If head and hand stands are something you've been wanting to add to your practice, join us for this 6-week class to help you learn how to build it in.
Location Day/Time Dates (# of Classes)
Registration
Deadline
Instructor Registration
Fees
CRC-Rm C
Thurs 8:15-9 p.m.
1/24-2/28 (6)
Jan 18
Katie C-P
$30 mem / $39 non-mem
All classes are non-refundable and non-transferable after the registration deadline.