Strength  &  Cardio

sweat & Reset (Tuesdays 11:30AM-12:30pm)

Instructor: Suzette Staal
This 50 minute class will get your heart pumping and will give you a good cleansing sweat through a HIIT-type format, core work, and ending with flexibility work and restorative yoga to reset your mindset and prepare you for your afternoon. This class promises to mix it up from week to week! Join Suzette for this new class at 11:30am on Tuesdays!

NIA with Jessica (MONDAY and Thursday at Noon)

Instructor:  Jessica Fashun ​

Nia is a cardio fusion mind/body dance fitness class.  It teaches each of us to move Our Body’s Way.  Nia cardio-dance workouts combine 52 simple moves with dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts to get you fit in 60 minutes - body, mind, emotion, and spirit.  Nia is non-impact, practiced barefoot, and adaptable to individual needs and abilities. Nia classes are taught by licensed Nia teachers.
No special attire is needed for this class and we practice barefoot (indoor shoes may worn if you have foot issues, but they must be dedicated indoor shoes!)

Zumba (MONDAYS 5:20 - 6:10pm)

Instructor: Maria Schaefer
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting effective fitness system. The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with .a combination of fast and slow rhythms including salsa, merengue, cha cha, reggaeton, belly dance, flamenco, pop  etc. Zumba is a "Happy Feeling" workout that is great for both body and mind. It so fun you forget you are working out.
Dress to move! Athletic shoes recommended.

POP-up Fitness (Mondays 6:30-7:30pm)

Instructor: Necia Ornee
Fusion (Cardio + Core + Yoga). A perfectly balanced workout for the whole body! This class includes 30 min. of Cardio, 15 min. of Core, and 15 min. of Yoga to get your heart pumping, core toned, and muscles lengthened. Appropriate for all levels of fitness. Necia will offer modifications and challenges throughout the class to meet you where you are. Bring a mat and water bottle. ​

Full Throttle HIIT (Mondays and Fridays 7:00 - 7:45am)

Instructor: Shannon Badgero
​Whether you are an experienced lifter or have never lifted before this 35 minute class will provide you with strength and conditioning training for your whole body.  Full throttle will teach you how to use free weights, body weight and cardio drills while also offering variations to accommodate all participants. Beginners and beyond.

Body Barre (Wednesdays 12:00-12:50pm)

Instructor: Jessica Fashun- Balanced Body Certified
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BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE 50 MINUTE GROUP CLASS -  INSPIRED BY BALLET BARRE WORK, THIS CLASS WILL MAKE YOU BURN. IT’S A FULL BODY WORKOUT THAT WILL FIRM BUTT, THIGHS, ARMS, AND CORE WHILE INCREASING FLEXIBILITY AND  STAMINA.  LEAVE FEELING THINNER AND TALLER EVERY TIME.  FUN UPBEAT MUSIC TO ENJOY, AND ABSOLUTELY NO DANCE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.

MinD  &  Body

Pilates (Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 - 8:50am WITH HEATHER)

Instructor: Heather Winia
Pilates Mat classes strengthen the entire body. Classes are appropriate for beginner - intermediate levels. You will leave class knowing you have connected with your core muscles, toned your arms, strengthened your legs and stretched your body. Pilates exercises are fun, challenging and work to align the body so you feel strong and healthy. Each of our instructors offers a different take on Pilates Mat, find your favorite or go to more than one! No special attire is needed, but wear comfortable clothing and please bring a mat. ​

Pilates (Wednesday 5:10 - 6:00pm with Penelope) ***currently not offered***

Instructor: Penelope Rose Morrison
Pilates Mat classes strengthen the entire body. Classes are appropriate for beginner - intermediate levels. You will leave class knowing you have connected with your core muscles, toned your arms, strengthened your legs and stretched your body. Pilates exercises are fun, challenging and work to align the body so you feel strong and healthy. Each of our instructors offers a different take on Pilates Mat, find your favorite or go to more than one! No special attire is needed, but wear comfortable clothing and please bring a mat. ​

Pilates (Tuesday 7:00 - 8:00pm with Erin)

Instructor: Erin Do
Pilates Mat classes strengthen the entire body. Classes are appropriate for beginner - intermediate levels. You will leave class knowing you have connected with your core muscles, toned your arms, strengthened your legs and stretched your body. Pilates exercises are fun, challenging and work to align the body so you feel strong and healthy. Each of our instructors offers a different take on Pilates Mat, find your favorite or go to more than one! No special attire is needed, but wear comfortable clothing and please bring a mat. ​

 Flow Yoga (Thursdays 12:00 - 12:50pm)

Instructor: Annie Webb
Flow Yoga combines a sequence of poses to increase heart rate as well as strengthen and stretch all major muscle groups in the body. This class can be challenging but is open to all levels and will be taught with numerous modification options. No special attire is needed. Please bring a yoga mat to class.  ​

FitYoga (Fridays 12:00 - 12:50pm)

Instructor: Ruth Pratt

These yoga classes are taught in the “YogaFit” style. The classes are designed to improve health, performance and mental acuity. They reduce the risk of injury, and augment recovery for ailments including stress, lower back pain and tension. Based on the ancient fitness science of hatha yoga, the YogaFit style blends balance, strength, flexibility and power in a fitness format. All levels of fitness and yoga experience are welcome in each class. Adaptations for all poses can be provided for those with prior injuries and/or joint pain.
No special attire is needed. Please bring a yoga mat to class.  

Continuing T'ai Chi (Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:00pm)

Instructor: Andrew Dell’Olio
​T'ai Chi Chuan is a system of movement, meditation, and self-defense with origins in ancient China . The T'ai Chi form consists of a sequence of postures, strung together in smooth, slow, continuous movement. T’ai Chi has been practiced in China and Taiwan for many years as a form of physical exercise. Its health benefits include stress reduction, better balance, enhanced blood circulation, greater flexibility, and improved posture. On a deeper level, the practice of T'ai Chi improves our health by encouraging the circulation of our internal energy (ch'i) through the body. The proper circulation of ch’i is the basis of traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed that the movement of ch'i nourishes the health of the internal organs. Perhaps the most important benefit of T’ai Chi is the relaxation and lessening of tension one experiences when doing the form. Since the slow, graceful movements are accompanied by long, slow, deep breathing, T’ai Chi has been called “moving meditation.” In practicing the form, we bring our awareness down to the balance-point of the body (tan t'ien) and feel our body and our movements from this center. In relaxing our mind and emotions to the tan t'ien, our internal chatter subsides and we experience a deep calm. Continued practice of T’ai Chi allows us to deal with the stresses of daily life from a more grounded, centered base.

NIA (Mondays and Wednesdays 12:15pm)

Instructor:  Jessica Fashun
Nia is a cardio fusion mind/body dance fitness class.  It teaches each of us to move Our Body’s Way.  Nia cardio-dance workouts combine 52 simple moves with dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts to get you fit in 60 minutes - body, mind, emotion, and spirit.  Nia is non-impact, practiced barefoot, and adaptable to individual needs and abilities. Nia classes are taught by licensed Nia teachers.
No special attire is needed for this class and we practice barefoot (indoor shoes may worn if you have foot issues, but they must be dedicated indoor shoes!) ​

Body Barre (Wednesdays 12:00-12:50)

Instructor: Jessica Fashun- Balanced Body Certified
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BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE 50 MINUTE GROUP CLASS -  INSPIRED BY BALLET BARRE WORK, THIS CLASS WILL MAKE YOU BURN. IT’S A FULL BODY WORKOUT THAT WILL FIRM BUTT, THIGHS, ARMS, AND CORE WHILE INCREASING FLEXIBILITY AND  STAMINA.  LEAVE FEELING THINNER AND TALLER EVERY TIME.  FUN UPBEAT MUSIC TO ENJOY, AND ABSOLUTELY NO DANCE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.

ADditional Offerings

The following classes are offered at HOPE but you won't register for them through our Wellness Dept./ Regics system. See individual class for how to register.

Metabolic Strength (Tuesdays and ThuRsdays 11:00am and 12:00pm with Valeo)

Instructor: Mike Luepke (register through Valeo)
 The “MetStrength” class (previously called “Muscle Movements”) is open to Hope College faculty and staff and consists of alternating stations of cardio and strength exercises. We use equipment such as kettlebells, resistance bands, medicine balls, stability balls and your own bodyweight and put a special focus on engaging the core, activating multiple muscles at once and moving in different directions to be functional for everyday life movements. Come burn calories and increase the strength of your heart, lungs and muscles! This class is open to all levels of fitness, as modifications (easier or more difficult) can be made to challenge you appropriately.
Rate is $59 per month* with a semester-long (4-month) commitment or $10 drop-in, due day-of. If you’re brand-new, feel free to drop in to your first class for free to try it out!
 For current schedule and to sign up, contact Mike: mike@valeotraining.com
*This class is a perfect complement to our Semi-Private training sessions and is included in our 1x, 2x, and 3x programs. Visit www.valeotraining.com for more info.

DVD Yoga (Tuesdays at Noon with Juliana In Durfee Hall)

Instructor - Patti Carlson
With a collection of several DVDs, participants experience the benefits of yoga, working on stretching, balance, flexibility, stress relief, and core strengthening. The class is open to all, and participants are welcome whenever it works in their schedules, even for part of the hour. Wear comfortable clothing and please bring a mat. 

Water Aerobics (Monday/Wednesday/Friday 12:00-12:50pm in Dow Center Pool)

Aqua aerobics is a complete cardio and strength workout, minus the impact to the joints because it takes place in the pool. The class will be held in shallow water, and various types of equipment will be utilized.

Flexibility & Balance for Life (Mondays and FridayS 12:00 - 12:50pm)

Instructor: Maxine deBruyn
To register for Max's class please email Stephanie Brumels: brumelss@hope.edu or if you have questions, contact Jessica Fashun, Wellness Director fashunj@hope.edu.

Holland Running Club (Thursdays 6:00pm and Saturdays 8:00am)

Mission: The Holland Running Club's mission is to promote a healthier lifestyle through the sport of running by connecting, mentoring, and supporting runners of all abilities in our community.

Weekly Group Runs:  We have group runs on Thursdays at 6:00PM and Saturdays at 8:00AM.  For the months of December through March we are meeting at the fireplace on 8th Street (in front of Kilwins).  Routes are posted on our Facebook group page the day before each run.  if you are not a member of our Facebook group, request to join so you can see our updates and posts by other members. 
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Website: http://www.hollandrunningclub.org/