Weights Training
Book with your Yoga package or Membership.
Pricing falls under the Yoga program.
Included in Unlimited Yoga & Circus Membership.
Weights Class description:
Why weight train? We are all aging, whether you're 20 or 80; if you're alive, you're aging, and weight training is one of the best approaches to build muscle, maintain bone density, and burn excess body fat. Increased energy, bone strength, and weight management are only a few of the key benefits of weight training. Safe and smart weight training will increase those benefits tenfold.
Learn how to safely lift light to moderate weights, using controlled reps and specifically designed programming aimed at building strength and overall movement capacity. We approach all of our non-Yoga classes with basic Yoga concepts, so in essence they are all Yoga classes. This simply means we will be mindfully lifting, without chatting, goofing off, or going for max lifts. PRs (personal record) or 1RMs (1 rep max) are not the goals here. Please come to class prepared to focus, move efficiently, and work with your best interest in mind.
Dropping of weights will get you ejected immediately from the class and studio. If you aren’t able to lift fully with proper form, without dropping weights, you shouldn’t be lifting that much weight. This class is designed with overall health and aging in mind, so safety is our first priority: proper form, safe weight loading, and precise programming.
Lockers are available for gym bag storage. Please be considerate of our space; we will be weight training in the circus studio where aerialists train barefoot. Street shoes will not be permitted beyond the door. Plan on bringing a spare pair of shoes designated specifically for this class. If you prefer, barefoot training is available, but does take some training. We will progress slowly to get there if that is your preference.
Shoe suggestions: What kind of shoes do you wear for weightlifting?
The general guideline for lifting shoes is choosing a pair with a flat sole. You want to avoid unstable, squishy surfaces, like a running shoe. These are designed to absorb force, and- when lifting, you want to produce force.
Suggested Attire: Leggings or joggers (shorts are fine, but bring pants to put on for dead lifting) are recommended. Cotton shirts work best with back squats, but tanks are also ok as long as you aren’t feeling the barbell slip. Bring a gym bag for layers and shoes. Straps are not necessary as we are not lifting heavy. Weight lifting gloves are worthless; bring chalk or grip aid if you are concerned about grip. Bring Water. We do not have water bottles. We have a sink to fill your water bottle, or even better, visit one of the shops next door and support your local businesses!
Ages 18 +
