Submit entries at least two weeks in advance to Fitness Calendar, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802, e-mail to
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PRANAYAMA: A breath and meditation mini-series, 9-11 a.m. Feb. 28, Lighten Up Yoga, 60 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. $30 per class. Advance register at 254-7756.
RESTORATIVE YOGA: Mini-workshop to restore energy, nourish and soothe your mind, body and spirit with use of props to support the body. Participants should have at least six months yoga experience. 2-4 p.m. March 28, One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Asheville. $25. Call 225-1904 to register.
BEGINNING YOGA: 9:30 a.m. Fridays, Women’s Fitness, 1987 Hendersonville Road, Asheville. Call 654-1658 to register.
CARDIO CLASS: 9:30 and 11 a.m., 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Women’s Fitness, 1987 Hendersonville Road, Asheville. Call 654-1658.
INTRO TO IYENGAR YOGA: Six-week series, 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 19-March 26. Learn the basics of postures and lay foundation to progress to Level 1 classes. Meets at One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Asheville. $60. Register at 225-1904.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING: Learn lifeguarding skills, First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer and more, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 4-May 6, at the YWCA, 185 S. French Broad Ave., Asheville. Participants must be at least 15 and pass a pre-test. Cost is $175, includes all materials. Register at 254-7206, ext. 110.
NIA AND DANCE PARTY: Free event, 7-8:30 p.m. the second Saturday of each month, South Asheville Yoga, 1378 Hendersonville Road. All ages welcome. Smoke- and alcohol-free. Call 866-703-2423.
NIA FITNESS: Playful infusion of dance, martial arts and healing arts, 9:15-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, South Asheville Yoga, 1378 Hendersonville Road. All levels. Call 866-703-2423.
PERSONAL TRAINING: Small group style, with a NASM-certified personal trainer, 9 a.m. Wednesdays, Women’s Fitness, 1987 Hendersonville Road, Asheville. $7 for non-members. Call 654-1658 to register.
POWER YOGA: Invigorating class of poses, breathing and meditation, 8:30-10 a.m.Thursdays, South Asheville Yoga, 1378 Hendersonville Road. Free class offered Feb. 19. Call 687-9642 for more.
YOGA FOR DETOXIFICATION: Six-week series to learn how to detoxify the the body and mind, as well as dietary measures to implement, 6-7 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 26-April 2, One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Asheville. $60. Register at 225-1904.
YOGA: 8 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, at Grace Episcopal Church, Merrimon Avenue, Asheville. $5 per class. Call 281-4460.
AGELESS GRACE: Classes, noon-12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center. Cost for wellness program participants $4 per session, $24 for eight classes. Cost for others $5 per class, $37 for eight classes. Call 698-6774.
BELLYDANCE: For women only. Tuesdays: 6-7 p.m., beginner; 7:15-8:15 p.m., skills and drills; 8:20-9:35 p.m., advanced topics in Middle Eastern dance (by permission only). Thursdays: 6-7 p.m., beginner tribal; 7:15-8:15 p.m., skills and drills. Studio Zahiya, Carolina Lane, Asheville. First class free. $12 drop-in, $40 for four, $72 for eight, $90 unlimited monthly pass. Call 242-7595.
BELLY DANCING: Beginner classes at 7:30 p.m., advanced at 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, New Studio of Dance, 20 Commerce St., Asheville. Call 225-5043 or visit
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BELLY DANCING: Middle Eastern belly dancing, 5:45-7:15 p.m. Mondays., at West Asheville Rec Center, 970 Haywood Road. Offered by Asheville Parks and Recreation and the recreation center. Cost $30 for Asheville residents, $35 nonresidents. Call 251-4031 or e-mail
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BODY COMBAT: Aerobic training program that combines moves and stances from a range of self-defense disciplines, Asheville Racquet Club. Call 274-3361.
CARDIO-CYCLING: 40-minute class for all fitness levels, 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. Free for members, $7 nonmembers. Call 253-5555.
CYCLING: 6:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
FELDENKRAIS: Class in the Feldenkrais Method to reduce pain, increase range of motion and increase vitality, 1 p.m. Mondays, 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 9:30 a.m. Fridays, Asheville Movement Center, 4 Richmond Ave., Asheville. Call 275-4838 or visit
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FITKICK: Interval-based cardio workout that improves strength, endurance and stability, supported by driving music, 5:45-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, 03 Health and Fitness, 554D Riverside Drive, Asheville. Cost $10 per class. First class free. Call 258-1066.
HIP-HOP: For women only. Sundays: 4-5 p.m., beginner; 5:15-6:15 p.m., hip-hop bellydance fusion. Studio Zahiya, Carolina Lane, Asheville. First class free. $12 drop-in, $40 for four, $72 for eight, $90 unlimited monthly pass. Call 242-7595.
HIP-HOP DANCE: High-energy class of fitness and dance for ages 7 and older, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness, Clyde. Free to members, $20 for public per month. Call 452-8080 to register.
JAZZERCISE: Fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kickboxing movements, 4:35 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. Call 669-8610.
JAZZERCISE: Incorporates aerobics, yoga, pilates and kickboxing movements into dance routines set to music. 9:15 a.m. Monday-Friday; 4:20 and 5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 6:35 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 8:15 and 9:25 a.m. Saturday; 4:20 p.m. Sunday. Jazzercise Fitness Center, 3426 Sweeten Creek Road, South Asheville. Call 891-8413 or e-mail
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JAZZERCISE: Combines elements of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kickboxing. Call 800-FIT-IS-IT (348-4748) or visit
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KICKINSHAPE: Interval training through cardio kickboxing, leg strengthening and abs workout. 6-6:45 a.m. every Wednesday. $10 per class. Call 552-0861. At 10 Fieldcrest Circle (off Leicester Highway.)
LEBED METHOD: Classes, 10-11 a.m. Saturdays, Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center. Cost for wellness program participants is $8 per session, $48 for eight classes. Cost for others is $10 per class, $64 for eight classes. Call 698-6774.
LINE DANCE CLASSES: Stoney Mountain Activity Center, 800 Stoney Mountain Road, Hendersonville. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Beginners: 9-10:30 a.m.; intermediate: 10:30 a.m.-noon. $5 per class. 697-4900.
LINE DANCING: Classes to improve cardio and metabolism and relieve stress. Beginner classes at noon, intermediate at 1 p.m. Mondays, Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road. Call 350-2051 or e-mail
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LOW-IMPACT AEROBICS: Classes, 4:15-5:15 p.m. Wednesdays, Cheshire Fitness and Racquet Club, 25 Jane Jacobs Road, Black Mountain. Free for Fitness Plus members. Senior discounts available. Call 664-0400.
LOW-IMPACT AEROBICS: Classes, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays, 8-9 a.m. Tuesdays, noon-1 p.m. Thursdays and 9-10 a.m. Fridays, Pardee Health Education Center in the Blue Ridge Mall, Hendersonville. Cost $4 per class. Call 692-4600.
NIA: Join Namaste Yoga & Healing Center in downtown Asheville for Nia (a blend of martial arts and dance set to music.) Connect with mind, body, spirit and community. 5:45-6:45 p.m. Mondays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Fridays. $11 or studio packages available. Call 253-6985.
NIA: A joyful blend of martial arts, dance and healing arts, these classes are for any fitness level, beginning to advanced. 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Training Partners, 863 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, below Stein Mart. First class is free, then $12 per class or $90 for 10 classes. 768-8809.
NIA: Non-impact aerobic movement for all ages and ability levels, 8:45-9:45 a.m. Saturdays, Stoney Mountain Activity Center, Hendersonville. Combines dance, martial arts and yoga. First class free, then $8. Call 697-7449.
NIA: Classes using a non-impact fitness technique that incorporates elements of dance, martial arts and physical or healing arts, 11 a.m.-noon Wednesdays and Fridays, Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center. Cost for wellness program participants is $8 per session, $48 for eight classes. Cost for others is $10 per class, $64 for eight classes. Call 698-6774.
NIA: Classes, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Asheville Arts Center, 308 Merrimon Ave., Asheville. Call 253-4000 or visit
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NIA CLASSES: Have fun, get fit, 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, South Asheville Yoga, 1378 Hendersonville Road. $11 drop in rate/ discount class cards available.
NIA DANCE-FUSION FITNESS: A creative, dynamic way to stay fit, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, The Cooperative Body, 10 Richland St., Asheville. $10 drop-in or $45 for six-class series. Call 683-8460.
NIA FITNESS: Ongoing classes, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Opportunity House, 1411 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville. Cost for 10 sessions is $70 for members, $80 for nonmembers. First class free. Call 692-0575.
NIA FITNESS: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, South Asheville Yoga, Hendersonville Road. Fusion of martial arts, dance and healing arts. More at
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NIA FITNESS: Non-impact aerobic movement for all ages and abilities. Especially beneficial for those with neck pain, back pain, arthritis or joint inflammation, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, HealthWorks Wellness Centre, Laurel Park. First class is free. Call 697-7449.
STEP AEROBICS: Asheville Parks offers ongoing class, 6-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Oakley Recreation Center, 749 Fairview Road, Asheville. Weekly class fee is $2 for city residents, $2.50 for nonresidents. Call 251-4042.
STEP AEROBICS: Also light weights, stretching and yoga. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Stephens-Lee Center, off South Charlotte Street, Asheville. Free. Call 350-2058.
STEP INTERVAL: 5:45 p.m. Thursdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
TURBO KICK: Cardio kickboxing classes, 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Body Shop, Fletcher. E-mail
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ZUMBA: 10 a.m. Mondays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
BODY PUMP: 5:45 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
CARDIOYOGATONE: Yoga class incorporating sun salutations and other yoga poses with weight lifting and toning exercises for a new way to move into total fitness and balance. Breathing technique and relaxation included. First class is free. Drop in at South Asheville Yoga Studio, 2 Town Square, Biltmore Park. Call OUR-YOGA (687-9642) or
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CIRCUIT BOOT CAMP: Incorporates machines, body weight exercises, plyometrics, boxing and ab/core work, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, O3 Health and Fitness, 554 Riverside Drive, Asheville. $10 per visit. Call 333-0294.
FIT 360 TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING: Each class is filled with 30-minutes cardio and legs, and 30-minute upper body and abs. You need something to lay on, light hand weights and water bottle. 6-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. Saturdays, Black Mountain Primary School. Class is $5 per visit and $3 for students. Call Leslie Raper at 664-9861.
INTENSE ABS: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555. Membership required.
JOINT EFFORT: Class featuring basic exercise principles using range-of-motion techniques and low-level strength training, 11:15 a.m.-noon Tuesdays and Thursdays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center, Clyde. Free for members, $30 per month for nonmembers. Call 452-8099.
KARATE: Classes for Big Brothers and Big Sisters volunteers and the kids they sponsor, 5-6 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. Fridays. Free. Call 456-9207 or 283-5599, e-mail
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LATIN CARDIO: Workout with salsa, meringue, hip-hop and Brazilian samba moves, 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, YWCA, 185 S. French Broad Ave., Asheville. Call 254-7206. Membership required.
LUNCH CRUNCH FITNESS: 12:15-12:45 p.m. Monday (legs and abs), Wednesday (upper body and abs) and Friday (full body and abs). O3 Health and Fitness, 554 Riverside Drive, Asheville. $5 per class. Call 333-0294.
QUICK CARDIO: Boot camp class, 5:30-6 p.m. Tuesdays, Body Shop, Fletcher. E-mail
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STRENGTH AND CARDIO: 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
STROLLER STRIDES: Class for moms and their babies, 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Fletcher Park. Call 800-969-8134.
TONE AND STRETCH: Low-level strength and stretch class, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center. Free for members, $30 per month for nonmembers. Call 452-8080.
WOMEN’S WORKOUT: Full-body workout with cardio, light weights and more, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Stephens-Lee Center, off South Charlotte Street. Free. Call 350-2058 or e-mail
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AFTER-SCHOOL YOGA: One-hour Anahata yoga for teachers and students, 4:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Saturdays, Namaste Yoga, downtown Asheville. Classes are $10/class or $50 for a six-week series. Call 253-6985.
ALIGNMENT-BASED YOGA: Ongoing class, noon-1:30 p.m. Mondays at One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Asheville. For those who’ve completed an introductory Iyengar series or who are returning to yoga. Learn more about basic standing poses and be introduced to inversions and chest-opening poses. Register at 225-1904 or
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ASHEVILLE PILATES: Individual sessions, equipment and mat classes, as well as the gyrotonic method. Call 230-0800 or visit
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BACK CARE BASICS: Full yoga workout while learning how to sit, lift, lay down and move properly for healthy back care, 10:15-11:15 a.m. Mondays, South Asheville Yoga, 2 Town Square. Call 687-YOGA.
BAPTISTE POWER YOGA: Combination of education, discovery, knowledge and practices that result in transforming limitations into power. All skill levels welcome. Bring a mat, water and towel. 5:15-6:45 p.m. Thursdays, Training Partners, 863 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, 561-866-2280 or 645-3528. $12 per class or $50 series of five.
BEGINNING YOGA: Meets 4-5:15 p.m. Mondays, at the Healthworks Wellness Centre in Laurel Park. Cost is $40 for four classes. To register, call 551-8545.
BODY FLOW: One-hour class that combines Pilates, tai chi and yoga, eight times a week, Asheville Racquet Club. Call 274-3361 or visit
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CENTERED CONDITIONING: Designed for anyone interested in improving their mindbody coordination, inner conditioning and balance. The principles and exercises are primarily derived from three Asian forms of self-defense: Aikido, Tai Chi and Pa Kua. Ease, inner strength and self-coaching are emphasized. 5-6 p.m. Mondays, Asheville Aikikai, 939 Riverside Drive. $12 class drop-in, $10 for six-week package. Call 299-3356.
CLASSICAL YOGA: All fitness levels and drop-ins welcome. Noon Wednesdays, Stephens-Lee Center, off South Charlotte Street, Asheville. Cost is $8/class. Call 350-2058.
COMMUNITY HATHA YOGA: Practice asana, meditation and relaxation, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, South Asheville Yoga, 1378 Hendersonville Road. No registration needed. Call 687-9642.
EVENING PILATES MAT CLASS: De-stress after a long workday, 5:15-6:15 p.m. Mondays, Training Partners, 863 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, 252-0920. Intermediate level. $12 per class or $50 series of five.
EVENING YOGA: Eight-week series of classes featuring gentle movement and stretching to enhance strength and flexibility, 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays, Mission Hospitals Women’s Resource Center. Call 213-2222.
EVERYDAY YOGA: Classes, 8:15 a.m. Thursdays, Asheville Arts Center, 308 Merrimon Ave. Call 253-4000.
FLOW YOGA: Move the body in fluidity through a variety of poses while incorporating breath awareness, 8:15 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Southeastern Fitness and Rehab, Turtle Creek Shopping Center, Hendersonville Road, Asheville. $10 per class or $50 for 10-visit card. Call 274-2188.
FLOW YOGA: Classes, 8:15 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Southeastern Fitness, 23 Turtle Creek Drive. Call 274-2188.
KARMA YOGA CLASS: Eclectic-style class offered noon-1 p.m. every Friday, South Asheville’s Yoga Studio, 2 Town Square, Biltmore Park. Class fee is by donation. Call 687-9642.
MEDITATION CIRCLE: Meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, One World Healing Arts Institute, 2 Sulphur Springs Road, Asheville. More at 505-2300 or
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MOVEMENT FOR BODY AND SOUL: Gentle exercise and breathwork designed to develop positive body awareness and self-compassion, 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays, T.H.E. Center for Disordered Eating, 297 Haywood St., Asheville. Sliding scale of $5-$10 per class. Call 337-4685.
PILATES: Sessions on the Pilates method, which uses concentration, control, precision, center, flowing movement and breathing, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Thursdays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center. Cost $15 per month for members, $35 for nonmembers. Call 452-8080.
PILATES CLASS: Taught in six-week sessions with one class per week. Meets at 10 a.m. Mondays, Fletcher Town Hall, 4005 Hendersonville Road. $60 Fletcher residents, $72 nonresidents. Register by today. Call 687-0751.
PILATES: Dynamic core strengthening exercises that create muscular balance and improved posture, Cheshire Fitness and Racquet Club, Black Mountain. Free for Fitness Plus members, senior discounts available. Call 664-0400.
PILATES: Mat classes, 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Weaverville. Cost $10. Call 231-8772.
PILATES FUSION: Individual or group instruction, 830 Hendersonville Road. Call 277-7745.
PILATES: Personal training. Call 216-7655 or visit
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PILATES: Individual equipment and mat sessions, duo mat sessions and drop-in mat sessions. Training Partners, Inc. For cost, times and scheduling, call Corey Sinyai at 252-0920.
PI/YO: An athletic mind/body fusion for hyper people that combines Pilates, yoga, dance and strength in a flowing sequence for improved grace and power movement, 6:15 p.m. Thursdays, Body Shop, Fletcher. E-mail
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PRENATAL YOGA CLASSES: Encourages relaxation, flexibility and strength in a gentle, nonstrenuous way, 4 p.m. Tuesdays, Asheville Yoga Center, 239 S. Liberty St., 254-0380; 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Women’s Resource Center, Mission Hospital, 50 Doctor’s Drive, Asheville; 10:45 a.m. Thursdays, Asheville Yoga Center. Call 213-2222.
RESTORATIVE YOGA: Class for those who experience fatigue, pain or limited movement such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, arthritis or multiple sclerosis. Weekly sessions include gentle stretching, relaxation exercises and restorative poses, 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Mission Hospitals Women’s Resource Center. Cost $10 per class. Call 213-2222.
STRETCH: Classes, 10-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Asheville Arts Center, 308 Merrimon Ave., Asheville. Call 253-4000 or visit
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SUBTLE YOGA CLASS: Experience what yoga can truly offer, by using various poses, meditation and chanting. Class is appropriate for all levels. Cost is $30; register by phone, 669-2939. Visit
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TAI CHI: Classes, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, East Asheville Rec Center, 906 Tunnel Road. Cost $100 for eight-week session, $50 for seniors. Call 251-4041.
TAI CHI AND QIGONG: Moving and meditative Chen-style practice with an emphasis on nurturing, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, East Asheville Community Center. Cost $100 for eight weeks. Call 691-7467 or e-mail
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TAI CHI CHIH: Nine-week series, 3:30-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays at Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road, Asheville. $80. Registration available at 350-2051.
TAI CHI FOR AGES 40+: Reflective exercise to increase agility and reduce the risk of falls for seniors, beginner class 11:15 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Mondays, intermediate class 12:30-1:30 p.m. Mondays, Mission Hospitals Women’s Resource Center. Call 213-2222.
TAOIST YOGA: Classes, 8:45-9:45 p.m. Fridays, Greenlife Community Center, 90 Merrimon Ave., Asheville. Cost $7 per class. Call 254-5440.
YOGA: Ancient practice that includes stretching, holding postures, breath control and meditation, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Pardee Health Education Center. Cost $3 per session. Call 692-4600.
YOGA: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
YOGA: Classes, 8:15-9:15 a.m. Thursdays, Asheville Arts Center, 308 Merrimon Ave., Asheville. Call 253-4000 or visit
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YOGA: Yoga and meditation classes, 90 Taylor Road. Call 628-1070 for days and times.
YOGA: Classes for all abilities, Asheville Racquet Club. Monthly passes available. Call 274-3361 or visit
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YOGA: Classes, Haywood Regional Medical Center, Clyde. Cost $20 per month for members, $45 nonmembers. Call 452-8080 for dates, times and registration information.
YOGA: Classes, One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Asheville. Call 225-1904 or visit
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YOGA: Classes, 8 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Grace Episcopal Church, 871 Merrimon Ave. Call 281-4460.
YOGA: Learn gentle, balanced sequence of yoga postures and stretches to strengthen body; beginners welcome, 5:45-7 p.m. Mondays, Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road, Asheville. $60/six-week session (city residents), $65/nonresidents, or pay $12 per class. Call 350-2051.
YOGA: Offering classes ranging from gentle to power; prenatal yoga series. 2 South Town Square Boulevard, Biltmore Park. Call 687-YOGA.
YOGA AND THE TWELVE STEPS: Focuses on the 12 steps of AA each week; class is open to everyone, 12:15-1:45 p.m. Tuesdays, South Asheville Yoga, 2 Town Square. Call 687-YOGA.
YOGA CLASSES: Taught in four-week sessions, class meets 2 p.m. Thursdays, Fletcher Town Hall. Cost is $40 Fletcher residents, $52 nonresidents. Call 687-0751 or visit
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YOGA FOR HEALTH: Ongoing yoga classes for beginner and intermediate students, 5-6 p.m. Mondays or 8:45-9:45 a.m. Wednesdays, Fairview. Cost $10 for drop-ins, $80 for 10 classes. Call first for availability. Call 628-4075 or visit
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YOGA FOR SHOULDER REHAB: Use of breathing, meditation and alignment-based yoga poses to bring healthy functioning to the shoulders. Appropriate for shoulder injuries including dislocation, subluxation and separation. 5:45 -7 p.m. Mondays, at One Center Yoga, 120 Coxe Ave., Asheville. $60. Call 225-1904 to register.
YOGA FUNDAMENTALS: 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:45 a.m. Saturdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
YOGA WEDNESDAYS: Beginning yoga class, 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Earth Fare South, 1856 Hendersonville Road, Asheville. Learn basic poses, breathing and relaxation. $8. Free mats available. Call 687-YOGA.
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM: For school-age children, two to five days per week, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
BOYS’ BOOT CAMP: Two 45-minute classes a week, for grades six and up, including strength and endurance training, boxing, cardio workouts, obstacle courses and more, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
CARDIO JAM: Two 45-minute classes a week, for third- through fifth-graders, similar to the “mini jam” class but for older children, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville.
FIT TOGETHER: Two 30-minute classes a week, for 2-3-year-olds and their caregivers, designed to help ease the transition into “big kid” class settings, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
FIT ‘N FUN FRIDAYS OUT: Three-hour class, for potty-trained 2- to 5-year-olds, including fitness, martial arts and story time, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Snack provided. Call 298-2111.
GAME TIME: Join the Parks Center, 906 Tunnel Road, Asheville, for circle games, parachute activities and more for toddlers, 11 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Cost is $1 per class. Call 251-4041.
HOME SCHOOL FITNESS: Two 45-minute classes per week, for school-age children, including kickboxing, aerobics and games, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
KIDS’ POWER KARATE: Designed to give youth discipline, focus and confidence, along with increased fitness, Thursdays, Stephens-Lee Recreation Center, 30 George Washington Carver, Asheville. Phase 1: Beginners, 5-5:45 p.m. Phase 2: Intermediate, 6-6:45 p.m. $25 for an eight-week session. Call 350-2058 to register.
KIDZ SWIM CLUB: Improves fitness levels through swimming and swimming performance enhancement. For ages 8-13; all participants must be proficient swimmers. 4:30-5:15 p.m. Mondays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness, Clyde. Free to members, $20 for public per month. Call 452-8080 to register.
MINI JAM: Two 45-minute classes per week, for kindergartners-second-graders, including kickboxing, creative movement, aerobics, obstacle courses and games, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT: Three-hour class, for potty-trained children 3 and older, periodically on Saturday nights, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
PLAY WITH US-PLAY GROUP: Meet new moms, babies; adult participation required, 10 a.m.-noon Fridays. Meet at Parks Center, 906 Tunnel Road, Asheville. Free. Call 251-4041.
POWER HOUR: Melting pot of various fitness-based activities for ages 7-13. 5:30-6:15 p.m. Wednesdays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness, Clyde. Free to members, $15 for public. Call 452-8080 to register.
PRESCHOOL POWER: Two 30-minute classes per week, for children 3-5, in a fast-paced and entertaining setting to help prepare for school, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
RED CROSS YOUTH SWIMMING LESSONS: Two sessions, both advanced, cost is $30 members, $50 public. Haywood Regional Health and Fitness, Clyde. Call 452-8080 to register. Session one: Ages 6 months-13 years, 9:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Saturdays. Session two: Ages 3-13, 4-6:30 p.m. Fridays.
TAE KWON DO: Gain self-defense skills, overall fitness, flexibility and self-confidence. For ages 8-13. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness, Clyde. Call 452-8080 to register.
TEEN WEIGHT TRAINING: Basic weight training class for teens 12-17, 4:30-5:30 Tuesdays and Thursdays, Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver St., Asheville. Call 350-2058.
TEENs WEIGHTS: Basic weight training class for teens 12-17, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Stephens-Lee Center, off South Charlotte Street. Free. Call 350-2058 or email
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TORTUGA TUMBLERS: For ages 3-6, class incorporates gymnastics, dance and fitness, 10-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness, Clyde. $10 members, $15 public. Call 452-8080 to register.
TOTALLY TEENS: Two 45-minute classes per week, for girls in grades six and older, including kickboxing, cardio, spinning, aerobics, yoga, Pilates and nutrition advice, Cardio Kids, River Ridge Business Center, 802 Fairview Road, Asheville. Call 298-2111.
WALK, ROLL OR RUN: Fitness class for moms and babies; includes power walk in Haw Creek Park and 30-45 minutes of exercise, either noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, or noon-1 p.m. Fridays. Free. Meet at the Parks Recreation Center, 906 Tunnel Road, Asheville. Call 251-4041.
YOUTH PROGRAMS: Programs based on participation and season, Haywood Center Regional Health and Fitness Center. Register for programs at the front desk. Call 452-8080.
40+ STRENGTH TRAINING: Class for women, including exercises to promote agility, balance, endurance, muscle tone, weight loss and stress reduction, 8:45 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Mission Hospitals Women’s Resource Center. Call 213-2222.
40+ FITNESS: Series of movement and light resistance training exercises that tone and strengthen muscles, 3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Biltmore Athletic Club. Free members, $7 per class for nonmembers.
FOREVER FIT: Eight-week series of classes for senior women in low-impact exercises that tone muscles and encourage balance, 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Mission Hospitals Women’s Resource Center. Call 213-2222 to register.
SILVER CARDIO CLUB: 3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
SILVER SNEAKERS: Improve balance and coordination with senior-focused exercises, 11 a.m. Monday, 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, 9:45 a.m. Wednesday and 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Southeastern Fitness and Rehab, Turtle Creek Shopping Center, Hendersonville Road, Asheville. Call 274-2188.
SUPER SENIOR STRETCH: Stretching, resistance tubes, easy dance moves and more; half the class is done seated, chair support available while standing. 2-2:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Stephens-Lee Center, off South Charlotte Street, Asheville. Free. Call 350-2058.
YOGA AFTER 50: Class of individualized yoga poses emphasizing keeping the body and mind healthy and flexible, 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays. Call 254-7756 or visit
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FLUID MOTION: Water class to relieve the discomfort and pain caused by back, hip or knee problems, arthritis, fibromyalgia or other conditions, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Haywood Regional Medical Center, Clyde. Free for members, $35 per month or $15 per day for nonmembers. Call 452-8080 or 452-8097.
SALTWATER POOL: Classes in the saltwater pool and Jacuzzi, Biltmore Athletic Club, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. Free for members, classes cost $6. Pool closed Sundays. Call 253-5555.
SWIM LESSONS: Red Cross swim lessons for babies, pre-schoolers, youth, teens and adults. Water Works fitness classes for children and teens, at the YWCA, 185 S. French Broad Ave. Call 254-7206, ext. 110, or visit
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BODY PUMP: Group weight training with barbells set to motivating music, various times, Asheville Racquet Club. Call 274-3361 or visit
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BODY SCULPTURE: Classes, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Southeastern Fitness, 23 Turtle Creek Drive. Call 274-2188.
BOOTCAMP HIKE with the Traveling Trainer, 2-4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month. Meet in front of CVS in the River Ridge Shopping Center, Fairview Road, Asheville. Free. All fitness levels encouraged. Call 713-1141 to register.
BOXING CONDITION: 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Biltmore Fitness, 711 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, 253-5555.
CYCLING: Training sessions on an eight-unit Cycling Computrainer that offers metabolic profiling, VO2 sub-max tests and personal coaching, Asheville Velo Sports, second floor, Asheville Racquet Club. Call 274-3361, ext. 122, for times and cost. Visit
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CYCLING TRAINING: Indoor computer trainer classes, Velosports Performance Center, 200 Racquet Club Road, Asheville, 777-2523. For schedule, visit
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FREE SELF-DEFENSE INTRO SESSION: Experience yourself in a mindful, purposeful, powerful and effective state. Get a taste of your ability to defend yourself. Give the gift of this free one-on-one martial arts instruction. Schedule your free introductory self-defense session today: 515-0142. Asheville Sun Yi’s Tae Kwon Do, 1341 Parkwood Ave., Asheville.
GRACIE JIU JITSU: Developed from traditional jiu jitsu and known for its grappling techniques, using leverage and positioning for control. Meets 6:40-7:40 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Waynesville Recreation Center. Call 230-5056 or
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H.E.A.T.: Class combining obstacle courses with cardio endurance drills, weights and core training for adults and kids, Asheville Racquet Club, 200 Racquet Club Road, Asheville. Call 274-3361.
GREAT BEGINNINGS: Low-level strength class, 8-8:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center, Clyde. Free for members, $25 for eight sessions for nonmembers. Call 452-8458.
SPEED CLINICS AND CAMPS: Workshops to learn techniques to increase speed, agility and quickness for all explosive sports. Call 281-7171 or visit
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STEP/WEIGHTS CLASS: Step aerobics class with light weights, mat work and more, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Stephens-Lee Center, off South Charlotte Street. Free. Drop-ins welcome. Call 350-2058 or email
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TRACK CYCLING CLINICS/TRAINING: Free clinics and skills practice, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Carrier Park, Amboy Road, Asheville. Open to riders of all ages. Track bikes preferred, but road bike okay for first time. For more, e-mail
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ASHEVILLE NORDIC WALKERS: Club, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, River Ridge Apartments Clubhouse. Call 298-4789.
ASHEVILLE YMCA WALKING CLUB: Walks last about 55 minutes and start and end with gentle stretching. Led by certified YMCA staff, walks begin at the YMCA on Woodfin Street, noon-1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Free, open to members and nonmembers. Call 210-9622 for more.
WALKING: Club using program of warm-up, cool-down and other educational components through the Asheville Buncombe Institute of Parity Achievement PACE program, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 70 S. Market St. Call 251-8364.
EXTREME BODY MAKEOVER: Weight loss classes with a registered dietician and exercise physiologist, noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, aerobics room, Southeastern Fitness and Rehabilitation. Cost $10 per class for members, $15 per class for nonmembers, with an eight-class minimum. Call 274-2188 to register.
METABOLIC PROFILING: Consultation, including an assessment of caloric usage and resting metabolic rate, Asheville Velo Sports, Asheville Racquet Club. Free. Call 274-3361, ext. 122, for an appointment. Visit
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NUTRITION CLASS: Nutrition and weight loss class, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays for six weeks, Waynesville First United Methodist Church, 566 S. Haywood St. Free. Call 456-2894 for dates and to register.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: Workouts three times a week with a personal trainer supplemented by an eating plan to boost metabolism. Asheville Racquet, 1000 Brevard Road. Call 665-2323.