Fitness Classes

 

 

New: Fitness Express

Fast and complete workout. Moderate to heavy aerobic exercises, resistance weight training and stretching exercises. Instructor: Don Bitle. No class 2/20, 3/26, 3/28.
Adult Activity Center
1/18-2/29 . . . MW . . . 12:30-1:15pm . . . $36 ID/$40 OD . . . 27442
3/12-4/25 . . . MW . . . 12:30-1:15pm . . . $36 ID/$40 OD . . . 27443

 

New: Regular Jazzercise

Certified Jazzercise instructors combine cardio, strength and stretch moves for a total body workout choreographed to today's hottest music.
Willamalane Center
2/6-10 . . . MWF . . . 5:30-6:30am . . . Free intros
2/13-3/23 . . . MWF . . . 5:30-6:30am . . . $48

 

New: Jazzercize Express

Cardio, strength and stretch moves to music in a time frame that fits your schedule.
Willamalane Center
2/7, 2/9 . . . TuTh . . . 12:15-12:45pm . . . Free intros
2/14-3/22 . . . TuTh . . . 12:15-12:45pm . . . $30

 

Bellylicious Workout

Ages 15+. Strengthening core muscles is important for physical fitness and reducing back pain after injury. Class will cover: muscle isolations used in belly dance; popping, locking and ticking techniques from break dance; Pilates core strengthening; and yoga stretching. Instructor: Sarina Dorie. No class 3/28.
Willamalane Center
1/4-2/22 . . . W . . . 5:30-6:30pm . . . $32 ID/$40 OD . . . 27329
2/29-4/25 . . . W . . . 5:30-6:30pm . . . $32 ID/$40 OD . . . 27330

 

Classic Aerobic Fitness

Ages 15+. A well-rounded class that includes aerobic movement, strengthening and stretching at your preferred level. Add a mix of pop, country, jazz, blues and retro rock tunes for inspiration and move to the music. Instructor: Elaine Kesey. No class 2/20.
Willamalane Center
1/4-1/26 . . . MWTh . . . 5:45-7pm . . . .27334
1/30-2/23 . . . MWTh . . . 5:45-7pm . . . 27335
2/27-3/22 . . . MWTh . . . 5:45-7pm . . . 27336
4/2-4/26 . . . MWTh . . . 5:45-7pm . . . 27337

Single-Session
Adult (15-49 years) . . . $39 ID/$50 OD
Senior (50+ years) . . . $33 ID/$44 OD
Term: 1/4-4/26
Adult (15-49 years) . . . $140 ID/$180 OD
Senior (50+ years) . . . .$112 ID/$156 OD

 

Zumba

Ages 11+. Get ready to party yourself into shape. This Latin-inspired fitness program gets you dancing your way into a healthier you with Zumba certified instructor Shakia. Free to registered middle and high school students with valid student I.D. Donations welcome.
Willamalane Center
1/9-2/1 . . . MW . . . 9-10am . . . $28 ID/$35 OD . . . 27366
2/6-29 . . . MW . . . 9-10am . . . $28 ID/$35 OD . . . 27367
3/5-21 . . . MW . . . 9-10am . . . $24 ID/$30 OD . . . 27368
4/2-25 . . . MW . . . 9-10am . . . $32 ID/$40 OD . . . 27369
1/4-2/22 . . . W . . . 6:15-7:15pm . . . $32 ID/$40 OD . . . 27393
2/29-4/25 . . . W . . . 6:15-7:15pm . . . $32 ID/$40 OD . . . 27394

 

Mat Pilates

This gentle blend of stretching and toning exercises increases abdominal strength and postural alignment, lengthens muscles into a balanced whole and builds endurance and strength without putting undue stress on lungs, heart and joints. Bring a small towel for neck support. Instructor: Vicky Schneider. No class 2/20.
Adult Activity Center

Beginning
1/26-3/1 . . . Th . . . 5:30pm . . . $36 ID/$40 OD . . . 26846
3/8-4/12 . . . Th . . . 5:30pm . . . $36 ID/$40 OD . . . 26847

Continuing
1/9-2/27 . . . M . . . 5:30pm . . . $36 ID/$40 OD . . . 27444
3/5-4/16 . . . M . . . 5:30pm . . . $42 ID/$46 OD . . . 27445

 

Gentle Pilates

Not comfortable getting down to the floor? Chair and standing-level Pilates-based class focuses on building core and leg strength, bone density, and improved balance and posture – all contributing to helping you maintain independence and decrease the risk of falls. Instructor: Vicky Schneider.
Adult Activity Center
1/26-3/1 . . . CANCELLED
3/8-4/12 . . . Th . . . 4:30-5:15pm . . . $24 ID/$27OD . . . 27215

 

Nia Technique Mind-Body Fitness

Ages 18+. Nia is nonimpact, aerobic exercise to music. It combines dance, yoga, tai chi and self-healing. Enjoy new moves highlighting balance and bone density improvements. Co-sponsored by Willamalane Adult Activity Center and the Successful Aging Institute of Lane Community College. Instructor: Janet Hollander. No class 3/27, 3/29.

Adult Activity Center
1/17-2/28 . . . Tu . . . 5:30pm . . . $28 ID/$32 OD . . . 26848
1/19-3/1 . . . Th . . . 5:30pm . . . $28 ID/$32 OD . . . 27217
3/13-4/24 . . . Tu . . . 5:30pm . . . $28 ID/$32 OD . . . 26849
3/15-4/26 . . . Th . . . 5:30pm . . . $28 ID/$32 OD . . . 26218

Willamalane Center
1/17-3/1 . . . TuTh . . . 10:30-11:30am . . . $49 ID/$53 OD . . . . . . 26851
3/13-4/26 . . . TuTh . . . 10:30-11:30am . . . $42 ID/$46 OD . . . 26852

 

Qigong

Qigong (pronounced "chee-gong") is the art and science of using posture, exercise, breathing and concentration to enhance health. Instructor: Suman Barkhas. No class 2/20, 3/5.
1/23-2/27 . . . M . . . 4:30pm . . . $22 ID/$25 OD . . . 27220
3/12-4/23 . . . M . . . 4:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27221

 

Tai Chi: Evening

Tai chi is proven by scientific study to relieve pain and improve quality of life. Learn tai chi in a positive, enjoyable and interactive environment. Instructor: Suman Barkhas.
Adult Activity Center
1/19-3/1 . . . Th . . . 7:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27239
3/15-4/26 . . . Th . . . 7:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27240

 

New: Tai Chi 24 form

All movements adhere to fundamental principles of tai chi: weight-bearing and nonweight-bearing stances, body alignment and coordinated movements conducted in a continuous, circular and flowing motion. Easy on knees and ankles. Instructor: Don Hildenbrand. No class 3/27, 3/29.
Willamalane Center
1/17-3/1 . . . TuTh . . . 12:30pm . . . $49 ID/ $53 OD . . . 27236
3/13-4/26 . . . TuTh . . . 12:30pm . . . $42 ID/ $46 OD . . . 27237

 

Tai Chi /Qigong Combo

Excellent introduction to tai chi and qigong. Explore basic tai chi stretching, qigong breathing and stance training to increase balance, flexibility and strength. Instructor: Suman Barkhas.
Willamalane Center
1/18-2/29 . . . W . . . 4:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27233
3/14-4/25 . . . W . . . 4:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27234

 

Yoga: Evening

Yoga postures can boost your physical, mental and emotional fitness. Specific sequences are designed so that everyone can participate and benefit. Instructor: Suman Barkhas. No class 2/20.
Adult Activity Center

Beginning
1/23-2/27 . . . M . . . 6:30pm . . . $22 ID/$25 OD . . . 27253
1/18-2/29 . . . W . . . 6:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27254
3/12-4/23 . . . M . . . 6:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27257
3/14-4/25 . . . W . . . 6:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27258

Advanced
1/23-2/27 . . . M . . . 5:30pm . . . $22 ID/$25 OD . . . 27249
1/18-2/29 . . . W . . . 5:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27250
3/12-4/23 . . . M . . . 5:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27251
3/14-4/25 . . . W . . . 5:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27252

 

Yoga Weight Management

Ages 18+. Weight loss should happen gradually and for good. Yoga offers a good great way to reach that goal. Yoga can be practiced at any age to keep the body supple. Instructor: Suman Barkhas.
Adult Activity Center
1/19-3/1 . . . Th . . . 6:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27245
3/15-4/26 . . . Th . . . 6:30pm . . . $31 ID/$35 OD . . . 27246

 

Wushu/ Kung Fu

Ages 12+. Wushu is a Chinese martial art form that encompasses everything Kung Fu. Examples of Wushu can be found in movies such as "The Matrix," "Kung Fu Panda," and the recent "Karate Kid." Wushu is designed to teach body control, not necessarily how to fight. Emphasis is on keeping your mind clear, body strong, movements fast and flexibility high. Class will cover basic stances, punches and kicks, some fighting applications, the 12 animal forms, and traditional forms. Instructor: Tom Diamond.
Willamalane Center
1/10-2/9 . . . TuTh . . . 6:15-7:45pm . . . $40 ID/$50 OD . . . 27331
2/14-3/15 . . . TuTh . . . 6:15-7:45pm . . . $40 ID/$50 OD . . . 27332
3/20-4/26 . . . TuTh . . . 6:15-7:45pm . . . $24 ID/$30 OD . . . 27333

 

Family Martial Arts

Ages 7+. Families can learn tae kwon do together based on a lifetime learning concept in addition to technical skills. Also available to individuals and nonfamily groups. Price is per person for first and second family members. Each additional family member is $10 ID/$12 OD.
Willamalane Center
1/3-26 . . . TuTh . . . 5:15-6pm . . . $70 ID/$84 OD . . . 27060
1/31-2/23 . . . TuTh . . . 5:15-6pm . . . $70 ID/$84 OD . . . 27061
3/6-22 . . . TuTh . . . 5:15-6pm . . . $70 ID/$84 OD . . . 27062
4/3-26 . . . TuTh . . . 5:15-6pm . . . $70 ID/$84 OD . . . 27063

 

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Dance

 

Beginning Tribal Fusion Belly Dance

Ages 15+. Improve fitness and core strength while working out to great world music and learning the basics of belly dancing. Class emphasizes posture and stretching to avoid injury, muscle isolation for improving strength and repetition for a balanced workout. Instructor: Sarina Dorie. No class 2/20,3/26.
Willamalane Center
1/9-3/5 . . . M . . . 5:20-6:20pm . . . $28 ID/$35 OD . . . 26334
3/12-4/30 . . . M . . . 5:20-6:20pm . . . $28 ID/$35 OD . . . 26335

 

Beginning Level 2 Tribal Fusion Belly Dance

Ages 15+.Expand on the basics covered in the Level 1 class by covering new formations, interesting combinations as well as improvisational techniques. Some experience is required. Instructor: Sarina Dorie. No class 2/20,3/26
Willamalane Center
1/9-3/5 . . . M . . . 6:30-7:30pm . . . $28 ID/$35 OD . . . 27318
3/12-4/30 . . . M . . . 6:30-7:30pm . . . $28 ID/$35 OD . . . 27319

 

Beginning Folk Dance

Learn folk dances and then practice them at the international dancing that follows the class. Each session covers a different group of dances, while progressing from beginning dances and basic steps to more challenging exercises. Everyone welcome. No partner or experience necessary. First session features dances from Greece; second session, Bulgaria; third session from non-Balkan countriess. Instructor: Sam Bucher. Register. No class 2/21, 4/17, 6/19.
Adult Activity Center
1/3-2/28 . . . T . . . 6:45-7:45pm . . . $16 ID/$18 OD . . . 27346
3/6-4/24 . . . T . . . 6:45-7:45pm . . . $14 ID/$16 OD . . . 27347
5/1-6/26 . . . T . . . 6:45-7:45pm . . . $16 ID/$18 OD . . . 27348

 

Introductory Ballroom Dance Lesson

An introductory ballroom dancing lesson will be provided prior to each Friday evening dance. Each lesson will focus on one dance from either swing, waltz, foxtrot, cha-cha or rumba.
Adult Activity Center
1/6-4/20 . . . 1st & 3rd F 7-7:30pm . . . Free with dance admission . . . 27350

 

Dancin' by the River

DJ Sam Bucher spins your favorite requests, with dance music from the Big Band era through the '90s. Kick up your dancin' shoes with Ballroom dances such as swing, cha cha, salsa, and waltz, or show off with your own freestyle. A glittering disco ball and intimate tables set the mood. Free lesson prior to the dance with admission.
Adult Activity Center
1/6-4/20 . . . 1st & 3rd F . . . 7:30-9:30pm . . . $5 . . . 27358

 

 

 

Family Fitness

 

Willamalane Center
250 S. 32nd St., 541-736-4544

 

Family Yoga, Evening

Ages 5-11 (and adults). Spend an hour of quality time with your child learning the positive benefits of yoga practice. Feel good on the inside and the outside! No experience or equipment necessary, but do wear comfortable clothes. Instructor: Certified YogaKids teacher Erik Lovendahl. No class 1/16, 2/20.
1/9-2/13 . . . M . . . 6-7pm . . . $40 ID/$48 OD per family . . . 27073
4/2-30 . . . M . . . 6-7pm . . . $40 ID/$48 OD per family . . . 27075

 

Raising the Bar Pole Vault Club

All ages. Learn to vault safely, with proper technique and better results. The symposium will be facilitated by five instructors with outstanding credentials. Registration forms are available at www.raisingthebarpv.com.
Willamalane Center
2/18 . . . Sa . . . 10am-6pm . . . 24939
2/19 . . . Su . . . 9am-5pm . . . 24939
$35 for one day; $65 for two days

 

Family Snowshoe Day

Ages 8+. Instructors will coach you on snowshoeing basics and guide you as you make your first tracks. A limited supply of snowshoes is available for loan. Transportation included. This trip is a partnership with the city of Eugene Outdoor Program.
Meets at River House Community Center, 301 N. Adams St., Eugene
1/28 . . . Sa . . . 8:30am-5:30pm . . . $20 . . . 27088
2/11 . . . Sa . . . 8:30am-5:30pm . . . $20 . . . 27089
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Fitness Center

Join us in our newly remodeled fitness center featuring exercise equipment and free weights. Memberships are available on a monthly, six-month and annual basis.

Fitness Center Hours
Mon-Fri: 5 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sat: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sun: 12-9 p.m.

 

Drop-in

Youth ages 14-17 years old . . . no drop-ins.
Adult (18+) . . . $5
Senior . . . $3

 

Individual Memberships

One-time membership fee: $50. Each additional person in family $10.

  Monthly 6 months Annually

Adult $30 $162 $288

Adult couple $45 $243 $432

Adult/youth (1 adult, 1 youth*) $40 $216 $384

Student/Senior $25 $135 $240(50+)

Senior Couple $35 $189 $336 (50+)

Family of four (2 adults, 2 youth*) $60 $324 $576

*Additional youth member: $5. Youth ages 14-17 years old, no drop-ins. Parent/legal guardian and minor must complete an orientation with a qualified staff member prior to membership activation.

 

 

Annual Corporate/Business Memberships

A one-time $50 membership fee applies. Rates are per employee.

Per Employee 

10+ employees $264

25+ employees $240

50+ employees $216

 

Ask about special discounts and bonuses for corporate/business memberships.

 

Personal Training

Each program includes a one-hour wellness appointment, a one-hour personal program training session, and a half-hour follow-up training one to two weeks after the initial training for form corrections and questions. Ask us about progressive programs.
Willamalane Center
By appointment $55

 

Climbing and Bouldering

All ages. Willamalane Center offers an amazing climbing and bouldering wall for beginning climbers, belaying, personal training and group/birthday parties. Willamalane Center membership includes access to the Fitness Center, basketball, volleyball and tennis open play along with open climbing hours.

 

Introduction to Climbing

For beginners and intermediate climbers. Learn the basics of belaying and safe climbing with an emphasis on footwork, balance and efficient movement on rock.
Willamalane Center
11/2 hour sessions
1/9-4/30* M . . . 6-7:30pm . . . $45 ID/$55 OD
*See online calendar for specific dates and times or call for an appointment.

 

Climb on! Intermediate Climbing

Whether you have taken the introductory class and want to step it up a notch, or you want to brush up old skills while gaining new techniques … this class is for you!
Willamalane Center
1/9- 4/30* . . . M . . . 7:30-9pm . . . $45 ID/$55 OD
*See online calendar for specific dates and times or call for an appointment.
CALENDARS:  January | February | March | April

 

Personal Training: Climbing

These private sessions are your chance to fine-tune your skills with specific curriculum adjusted to your needs. By appointment for individuals and small groups.
Willamalane Center
$35 per hour for 1-to 2-hour session
$30 per hour for sessions 3 hours or more

 

Women's Climb Nights

While everyone is welcome to climb, on these nights women bringing in a paying friend climb for FREE!
Willamalane Center
CALENDARS:  January | February | March | April

 

Kids Climbing Club

Kids are always welcome, but Kids Climbing Club is just for them. Staff and volunteers teach kids the basics of climbing in this fun, safe environment.
Willamalane Center
1/9-4/30 . . . M . . . 4-6pm . . . $3

 

Open Climb: Bouldering Wall

The 12-foot bouldering wall is open during regular hours of operation (unless posted for special events and programming). The bouldering wall is an unsupervised structure. Climber must sign a liability waiver at front desk and follow all bouldering wall safety policies.
Willamalane Center
Adults: $5 drop-in . . . Youth:$3 drop-in

 

Open Climb: Climbing Wall

Experience the unparalled realism of our 33-foot tall Entreprises freeform climbing wall. Bring your friends for a challenging practice. Belay lessons available.
Willamalane Center
Adults: $5 drop-in . . . Youth:$3 drop-in
CALENDARS:  January | February | March | April

 

Intro to Belaying

For new climbers. Drop-in during open climb times (see online calendar at willamalane.org). Learn to work the ropes or refresh your skills.
Willamalane Center
Adults: $10 for members/$12 nonmembers

 

Group Climbing and Parties

Treat your friends, co-workers and family to a climbing outing! This is for groups that want to climb together. No experience is necessary! Sessions may be scheduled outside Willamalane Center operating hours by appointment. In this two-hour session, your group will learn the basics of climbing and belaying, with lots of time just for fun. Sessions available anytime.
Call 541-736-4511.