cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 67 MEET YOUR Personal Trainers NINA DOSDALL: Personal Trainer Nina was a total newbie to fitness in her early adulthood but liked it so much she became a coach. Now with 17+ years of experience, she’s trained hundreds of clients. She loves helping make the gym less intimidating and more empowering. She has extensive experience teaching proper lifting technique, how to work out effectively and making the whole process fun. When she’s not at the gym you can find her performing stand-up comedy and walking local trails. JESSICA KIMBALL: Personal Trainer/Weight Room Attendant Hello! My name is Jess! I really love learning, and people in the gym teach me more than any book! I am certified with NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), as well as corrective training and Performance Enhancement with Kettle Bell training certification on the way! I really just want to help people move better. I practice Olympic lifting when I’m not working, and if I’m not doing that, I’m probably lost in a cave out in the mountains. I believe in working out in a way that supports your lifestyle. There are so many ways to exercise; we will find something you like to help you progress. I look forward to seeing you in the gym! CINDY GUTIERREZ: Personal Trainer/Weight Room Attendant Cindy grew up playing many sports and has been lucky enough to have turned her passion for health and fitness into her career. When you don’t see Cindy around the gym, she is most likely creating new healthy recipes or hiking with her dog. Cindy is certified in a number of areas and has instructed a variety of fitness classes, such as circuit training, group fitness, HIIT and seniors focused classes. Whether your goal is to lose body fat, gain strength, help alleviate chronic pain, or just overall fitness, Cindy has the guidance, motivation and knowledge to customize a program to help you reach your goals. Gentle Yoga AM D Gentle Yoga is perfect for people who want to try yoga for the first time or for those who are looking for a softer approach to their practice. In this class, we will combine gentle yoga poses with breathing exercises and restorative postures to stretch and strengthen the body, reduce stress and calm the mind. Instructor: Gypsy Hart Mon, Sep 15-Oct 27 | 10:15-11:15 am | $48/6 | 149778 Mon, Nov 3-Dec 15 | 10:15-11:15 am | $56/7 | 149779 Mon, Jan 5-Feb 9 | 10:15-11:15 am | $48/6 | 149780 Mon, Feb 23-Mar 30 | 10:15-11:15 am | $48/6 | 149781 Oliver Woods Community Centre Relax and Renew Yoga D Learn the basic yoga poses (asanas) taught in hatha yoga style. Each class focuses on alignment, balance, strength, flexibility and breathing exercises concluding with a short relaxation and meditation period. Please wear comfortable clothing. Bare feet are preferred. Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat and a blanket for the relaxation portion of the class. Instructor: Laurah-Lee Christie Mon, Sep 8-Nov 3 | 9-10 am | $64/8 | 150935 Mon, Nov 10-Dec 15 | 9-10 am | $48/6 | 150936 Mon, Jan 5-Feb 9 | 9-10 am | $48/6 | 150937 Mon, Feb 23-Mar 30 | 9-10 am | $48/6 | 150938 Bowen Park Complex Hatha Yoga This rejuvenating class will release tension from the muscles from everyday life and sports activities. Learn to breathe deeply while experiencing a flow of postures to stimulate the body physically and mentally. Through this practice, you enhance flexibility, increase muscle tone and concentration, detoxify the organs and feel a deep state of relaxation. Instructor: Karen Shortt Mon, Sep 8-Oct 27 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $56/7 | 148586 Thu, Sep 11-Oct 23 | 5-6 pm | $56/7 | 148579 Thu, Oct 30-Dec 18 | 5-6 pm | $64/8 | 148582 Mon, Nov 3-Dec 15 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $56/7 | 148587 Mon, Jan 5-Feb 9 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $48/6 | 148588 Thu, Jan 8-Feb 12 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 148583 Thu, Feb 19-Mar 26 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 148585 Mon, Feb 23-Mar 30 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $48/6 | 148590 Rotary Field House Instructor: Melissa Hill D Thu, Sep 4-Oct 23 | 10:15-11:15 am | $64/8 | 149826 Thu, Oct 30-Dec 18 | 10:15-11:15 am | $64/8 | 149828 Thu, Jan 8-Feb 19 | 10:15-11:15 am | $56/7 | 149830 Thu, Feb 26-Mar 26| 10:15-11:15 am | $40/5 | 149831 Oliver Woods Community Centre Vinyasa Yoga Vinyasa Yoga (also known as flow) links breath to movement using hatha poses in a gently flowing sequence interspersed with static poses. You can expect to build strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and cardiovascular ability. This class builds a foundation for beginners and is also a great option for those continuing students looking for a slower pace without inversions. Instructor: Karen Shortt Wed, Sep 10-Oct 22 | 5-6 pm | $56/7 | 148557 Wed, Oct 29-Dec 17 | 5-6 pm | $64/8 | 148563 Wed, Jan 7-Feb 11 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 148564 Wed, Feb 18-Mar 25 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 148566 Rotary Field House Instructor: Amber Neuman-Brochez Sat, Sep 6-Nov 1 | 10-11 am | $56/7 | 149832 Sat, Nov 15-Dec 20 | 10-11 am | $48/6 | 149834 Sat, Jan 10-Feb 7 | 10-11 am | $40/5 | 149835 Sat, Feb 28-Mar 28 | 10-11 am | $40/5 | 149836 Oliver Woods Community Centre Happy Hips Yoga Series NEW! D Have tight hips? Spend a lot of time sitting? Want to give your hips some extra love? Each week we will integrate one compartment of the hip into a full body and mind yoga practice. You will leave each class with open and happy hips. Instructor: Heidi Robinson Wed, Sep 17-Oct 29 | 10:15-11:15 am | $56/7 | 150640 Oliver Woods Community Centre Finding Balance Yoga Series NEW! D Blending strength and flexibility with focus and breath, this series of classes will help improve your balance. Each class will incorporate a full body and mind practice building key skills to confidently practice balance poses. Instructor: Heidi Robinson Wed, Nov 5-Dec 17 | 10:15-11:15 am | $56/7 | 150641 Oliver Woods Community Centre
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