Outdoor Fitness Class
From late March to October, oudoor classes will be available depending on interest. Location /weather info is at the bottom of the page.
CLASSES WILL BE INCLUSIVE FRIENDLY and FUN ! ​
*Objective of classes will be strength based; muscle growth/maintenance (mainly via weight training), with some cardio including low intensity & high intensity, balance, agility and some impact training to work on bone health.
*All fitness levels welcome as every exercise has modifications or alternates. Alternates will always be provided and encouraged. Although time is a factor, each exercise will always be demonstrated everytime and help given as we go.
For those with weight training experience whom are here for an outdoor experience, I can provide heavier equipment/ suggest slower tempo/ more reps/pause etc.
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*A variety of equipment will be provided on a rotating basis as well as bodyweight exercises using matts, benches, trees, stairs & playground equipment.
* WIll be aprox 45 - 50 minute sessions at group rates of $12 per person pay as you go (which is a punch pass rate without the pass).
​*Bring a matt and water to sip on
*I provide the equipment but if you have your own dumbells you're welcome to bring them unless they are heavy. I have heavy dumbells/kettle bells for those whom lift heavier and will be including. Ill be asking everyone to let me know their own level so I know what to bring for that. If you do not want to use weights, or are not ready to -no worries ! Use bands or bodyweight.
* Equipment provided: bands, steps, bosu, TRX, equalizer bar, barbells, battle rope, ladder, hurdles, sandbags, DBs and kettlebells.
* A PAR Q FORM must be filled out in advance ( fitness readiness declaration of any serious medical issues) & a Fitness Waiver
*Im insured via BCRPA
*I currently hold OFA Level 2 First Aid and Im a former Level 3 Attendant. I will carry a basic first aid kit and steri wipes for hand cleaning after class.
*Ill need a heads up same day or night before if you are attending for knowing how much equipment to transport and for set up.
These will be held at 4 different school grounds outside of school hours. 9am Saturdays & 6pm Mon & Wed
(Maquinna, Howitt, EJ Dunn, Tsumaas (former Neil) Sundays 9am will be offered if there is interest.
FYI, classes cannot be held on any City of Port Alberni property, trails or parks as Port Alberni does not allow small business operators without permits and fees paid. If I could I would , but it's a no -go here sadly.
However, school districts in B.C. allow and provide access to users without permits, permission or fees.
(no available washroom at schools).
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Weather: although I used to do these classes outdoors all year/all weather in Nanaimo, I realize that's not for everyone. Ill try and keep up with forecasts and pick the best school with undercover areas for those days. But if rain is not for you I get it ! If pouring, class will be cancelled.