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Monday |
Indoor Cycling: 12:15 -1:15 pm |
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Tuesday |
Indoor Cycling: 5:30 - 6:30 pm |
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Wednesday |
Indoor Cycling: 12:15 - 1:15 pm |
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Thursday |
Indoor Cycling: 5:30 - 6:30 pm |
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Friday |
Indoor Cycling: 9 am
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Sunday |
Indoor Cycling: 12 - 1 pm |
Check out your body composition! Find out why reducing your weight is not always the best way to improve your health or your appearance AND how in some cases gaining weight results in a "leaner" you. All who interact will receive a raffle ticket for a chance at a $25 gift certificate to Wegman's. This will take place at Bristol Field House from 12-6pm.
Eat a Quick, Healthy and Hassle-free Breakfast - The Field House will have samples of foods that can get you off to a good start of the day in only a few minutes! We will be hosting an informal complimentary breakfast to demonstrate the importance of starting the day with a healthy meal. Nutritional facts, eating tips and wellness suggestions will be included. Join us by the front desk! This will take place from 8-10am.
Holiday Calorie Education! Some interesting facts about intake (including seasonal favorites!) and expenditure will be displayed all day long at the Field House.
Indoor Turkey Trot! Get your turkey trot on! Complete a mile (walk or run) on the indoor track and receive a healthy thanksgiving treat. You can also check your cardio fitness level at the same time. All who participate will be entered into a raffle to win a t-shirt, gift card to local store, etc.
Adult CPR/AED Course - will be held from 11am-3pm in the second floor classroom of the Field House. Please call ext. 3901 to register and for additional info.
The Table Tennis, Indoor Soccer and the 3-3 Basketball tournaments entry deadlines are Friday, November 13th @ high noon! The Dodgeball Tournament deadline is Friday, December 4th.
Please visit the intramural site or call ext. 3901 for additional information.
Questions, comments or concerns? Contact Russ Hess at ext 3901 or hess@hws.edu
Classes will begin on Monday, September 1st.
No Sweat is a great way to recharge your battery in the middle of the day and give you the energy to get through the afternoon. The phrase "no sweat" means this is not a cardio workout. Instead, it utilizes stability balls, step benches, hand weights, resistance bands and mats. Participants will perform a variety of exercises to increase strength. This class is designed to accommodate from beginner to advanced individuals. All equipment will be provided.
Instructor Karen Quartaro has been a group fitness instructor for 30 years. She has been certified by AFFA, NETA and most recently with the YMCA. She currently teaches a variety of classes for the Geneva Recreation Department, the Geneva Family YMCA, as well as at HWS since it opened. Karen teaches cardio classes, such as hi-low and kickboxing; resistance classes; and is also a certified Pilates instructor.
A challenging cardio workout involving athletic movements on and around a classic step platform, followed by an extended full body sculpting segment using resistance tools designed to increase lean muscle mass. Step boosts your strength and cardiovascular system. Full of energetic step combinations and drills, this class focuses on total body strength conditioning.
Instructor and William Smith alumna Leigh Pitifer '84 has been in the fitness field for nearly 12 years, teaching varied training programs to participants ranging in age from toddlers to senior citizens. She holds numerous certifications including: Primary Group Instructor, Pilates, Yoga Essentials, SilverSneakers I & II/Yoga Stretch (Senior Advisor), as well as Personal Training. Leigh is also an adjunct PE instructor at FLCC; and teaches fitness at the Geneva Family YMCA where she successfully developed the Toddleraerobics Program and Women's Basketball League; as well as teaching at Keuka College.
Also referred to as "Spinning," Indoor Cycling is a fitness class that is performed on stationary bikes to music. Donna or Ellen will guide you through an entire cycle adventure that will challenge the most fit, but is very modifiable for those that are just starting their fitness journey. Classes will climb pretend hills, jump and sprint their way past pretend racing opponents, and have a nice flat ride through the pretend countryside. Donna and Ellen are both very passionate about fitness and will try to motivate you to work at your peak performance, all the while cueing form and intensity. You'll have a great ride time after time - and have tons of fun at the same time.
This class includes a variety of different segments pushing the participant to reach their target heart range. This workout includes a combination of stretching; spinning bikes; strengthening and toning using free weights, Xertubes, body bars or medicine balls; abdominal toning; and ending the workout with a cool-down/stretching segment.
Due to a limited number of bikes, it is recommended that you reserve a bike by calling the front desk at ext. 3528. RESERVATIONS CAN BE MADE AFTER NOON ON THE DAY BEFORE THE CLASS MEETS (for example, Mon. at noon for Tuesday class). Please bring a towel, bottle of water and arrive 5 minutes before class!
Instructor Ellen DiDuro has been a dedicated fitness professional for many years. She is certified primarily through AFAA but has taken courses in a wide range of specialties. She was privileged to live abroad for a period of time, where she gained and shared an abundance of fitness related information. She has been both a group fitness instructor as well as a personal fitness trainer. Over the years, she has taught an extensive number of different fitness classes and is excited to be part of the start-up of indoor cycling classes at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Exercise is her passion and she hopes to motivate all who join her!
Instructor Donna R. Loeb has been a licensed Aerobics and Fitness Professional since 1993 and a licensed Personal Trainer since 1996. Since 1993, she has been an aerobics department team leader for the Geneva YMCA as well as an aerobics instructor. She has also worked as a personal trainer since 1997 and has attended numerous conventions to extend her fitness knowledge. Donna takes her job very seriously and is filled with extensive knowledge in her field ready to be gained.
The Pilates Method is often referred to as a mind-body form of exercise. Pilates workouts leave participants feeling invigorated, serene and self-aware; as well as focus on developing strength, flexibility and stability in the core muscles.
Instructor Paula Burden, our recently hired instructor, is a lifetime resident of Geneva. Paula was formerly a history teacher in the Geneva Public School System. She received her group instructor certification in 2007.
A program designed to provide a holistic approach to exercise. Yoga poses build strength, enhance flexibility, and relieve stress and tension working inwards while "working out."
Instructor and William Smith alumna Leigh Pitifer '84 has been in the fitness field for nearly 12 years, teaching varied training programs to participants ranging in age from toddlers to senior citizens. She holds numerous certifications including: Primary Group Instructor, Pilates, Yoga Essentials, SilverSneakers I & II/Yoga Stretch (Senior Advisor), as well as Personal Training. Leigh is also an adjunct PE instructor at FLCC; and teaches fitness at the Geneva Family YMCA where she successfully developed the Toddleraerobics Program and Women's Basketball League; as well as teaching at Keuka College.
A half hour core work out focusing on tightening the mid-section. This class will consist of old school ab exercises (crunches), pilates inspired movements, and powerful core work that will strengthen and define the abdominals and back muscles.
A fun and energetic cardio work out that involves easy to follow moves set to motivational music. This powerful workout includes hi/lo, kick boxing, sports conditioning, dance, and more. Class will end with resistance training to sculpt the entire body.
I am a sophomore at William Smith College, and I am currently studying Spanish, International Relations, and Media and Society. I am a member of the William Smith varsity lacrosse team and have been involved in athletics my whole life. I recently became a certified spinning instructor and am active in spinning on a weekly basis. Spinning is not only a great workout, but it is a lot of fun! Spinning is great for everyone. It provides athletes with excellent cross training, and non athletes with an excellent cardiovascular workout.
Come join the party, let loose and burn up to 1000 calories in this fun and exciting fusion of International based music and dance moves. This Latin inspired class combines fast and slow rhythms to achieve a perfect balance of both cardio and muscle toning benefits. Zumba is easy to follow and fun for all fitness levels. Just bring appropriate footwear to dance in, sneakers or jazz sneakers, water and be ready to party! Ditch the workout...Join the party!
Charles Levin, Hobart '11, was certified in Zumba Basics I in February 2009 and Zumba Basics II in June 2009. He has been teaching this past summer at the Rochester Athletic Club in Rochester, NY.
Dr. Kimberly Williams is an associate professor in the education department. She has been teaching and motivating college students for 16 years. She is an avid athlete with many interests--waterskiing, wakeboarding, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and cycling top the list. She has been spinning and participating in group fitness programs nearly daily for the past 4 years in New Hampshire--studying group fitness and spinning instructors to determine what qualities make them successful. She has recently received her spinning certification. She is dedicated to fitness and all other aspects of wellness, and she is committed to providing the best spinning workout you can get--and making it fun so you'll want to come back for more!
Bristol Field House
Phone: (315) 781-3528
Mon.: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Tue.: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Wed.: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Thurs.: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Fri.: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sat.: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sun.: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Bored or not seeing results with your exercise program? OR are you not really sure what to eat for optimum sports performance or general health reasons? Please call Russ Hess @ ext. 3901.
