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Fitness Classes
Self Defense
This program introduces the participant to the fighting art of the Philippines, also known as the Filipino Defensive System. You will learn basic strikes, blocks, and disarms using a single/double stick and also while unarmed.
- Thursdays
- 6:30 - 8PM
- Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center
- Drop in $15, Month $45
Tai Chi for Seniors
Balance, tranquility, strength. Tai Chi is often referred to as meditation in movement. Yang style is a slow movement form designed to improve balance and overall fitness.
- Every other Tuesday, Starting Sept 14
- 12:30-1:30PM
- Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center
- Free, must be registered in the Adult Program. Call 910 938-5312 to register
Essential Workout
Low impact, upbeat and fun total body workout. Focus is on core strength and balance, as well as upper and lower body strength.
- Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 7:30AM
- Jacksonville Commons Adult Center
- This class uses the Fitness Punch Card
Strength & Disco
This medium impact workout includes a mix of disco, aerobics, strength and flexibility training.
- Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 8:45AM
- Jacksonville Commons Adult Center
- This class uses the Fitness Punch Card
Small Group Fitness
These classes will resume at a future date.
Reach your fitness goals, improve your health and get into the best shape of your life with our personal trainer. Be a part of a small team, all working to accomplish the same goal. Program includes assessments and body composition tracking, a clean eating program and at home workout guidelines.
- Sessions are held: Mon/Wed at 10:30AM, Mon/Wed at 4PM, and Tue/Fri at 5:30PM
- Jacksonville Commons Adult Center
- Each session is 8 weeks, cost per session $150
- Next session begins soon, so register today!
Yoga
Gentle Yoga
Gentle yoga is designed for adults of all ages and fitness levels, from beginner to intermediate levels. Kirapula yoga is an interplay of body, mind, and energy. A typical class will consist of teaching breathing techniques, proper postures, and finish with a deep relaxation period. There are no fitness levels required for the class, the only needed is yourself and a yoga mat.
- Monday and Thursday at 9:15AM
- Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center, 100 Recreation Lane
- Drop in Fee $12, Once a week-$40 month or Twice a week-$64 month
Beginner Yoga
This beginner yoga class can be used as a tool to promote a healthy lifestyle and is a foundational course that is appropriate for those who have practiced yoga or who have no knowledge of yoga. All are welcome.
- Wednesday at 5:30PM
- Jacksonville Commons Adult Center, 100 Recreation Lane
- Drop in Fee $8 or punch pass with 4 classes to use $24