Teachers and Substitutes Wanted - If you have a wellness or movement class that you have taught before, please email ridgefieldcontinuingeducation@gmail.com or phone (203) 431-2812.

Medical Questions:

We expect students to have consulted with their doctor before starting any new exercise program.

Complete Workouts, Barre-Lates, Fit and Tight, Dance Toning, Pilates (included as part of several classes) and more - Keep Scrolling


Fit and Tight
An all in one workout combining aspects of Barre, Pilates, Muscle conditioning, stretch, and low-impact cardio to get you "fit and tight". This workout is great for all levels and will use light weights (2-5 lbs); however, all exercises may be done without weights. Please have a mat, towel, water bottle, and light weights handy. All levels are welcome. Instructor Patricia Anikewich holds many group exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness centers. Make up date, if needed, is added to an open date (i.e. 4/12) or the end of the session.

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Mon., 1/25; 2/1, 8, 22; 3/1, 8 & 15 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Mon., 3/22, 29; 4/5, 19, 26; 5/3 & 10 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.; Zoom


Barre-Lates
A fusion of Barre work and classical Pilates. Lengthen, tone and condition your core using light 2 lb. weights. All fitness levels welcome. Please have water, mat, towel, and 2 lb. weights handy. Instructor Patricia Anikewich holds many group exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness centers. Make up date, if needed, is added to an open date (i.e. 4/13) or the end of the session.

Sessions remaining in current class are:
Tue., 1/26 from 5:30 to 6:20 p.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Tue., 2/2, 9, 16, 23; 3/2, 9 & 16 from 5:30 to 6:20 p.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Tue., 3/23, 30; 4/6, 20, 27; 5/4 & 11 from 5:30 to 6:20 p.m.; Zoom


Pilates Fusion
Exercises from different workout styles - including barre, yoga, strength training, cardio, and dance - give a modern twist to Mat Pilates. Similar to Mat Pilates, this style has a deep focus on the core and emphasizes moves that will tone, stretch, and elongate muscles. Light weights 1 or 2lbs (suggested but not required). Please have a mat, towel and water available. All levels are welcome! Instructor Patricia Anikewich holds many group exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness centers. Make up date, if needed, is added to an open date (i.e. 4/15) or the end of the session.

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Thur., 2/4, 11, 18, 25; 3/4, 11 & 18 from 9 to 10 a.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Thur., 3/25; 4/1, 8, 22, 29; 5/6 & 13 from 9 to 10 a.m.; Zoom


Full Body Strength and Cardio Workout for 2021 and Beyond!
This classic workout will get you in shape or keep you in shape for 2021 and beyond. Strength and conditioning exercises are designed to help shed excess fat while building strength endurance and balance. Cardiovascular training “Cardio" will promote lean muscle and maintain calorie burn during and after the workout. Weights will be used and are suggested. Household items such as water bottles, cans etc. are great substitutes! Modifications are always provided by the instructor. Please have a mat, towel and water available. All levels are welcome! Instructor Patricia Anikewich holds many group exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness centers. Make up date, if needed, is added to an open date (i.e. 4/13 or 15) or the end of the session.

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Tue., 2/2, 9, 16, 23; 3/2, 9 & 16 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Tue., 3/23, 30; 4/6, 20, 27; 5/4 & 11 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Thur., 2/4, 11, 18, 25; 3/4, 11 & 18 from 6 to 7 p.m.; Zoom

7 Sessions $ 86 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 69)
Thur., 3/25; 4/1, 8, 22, 29; 5/6 & 13 from 6 to 7 p.m.; Zoom


60 Minute Calorie Burn Workout!
Shed those unwanted winter pounds with this 60 minute workout, guaranteed to get your body ready! Low impact cardio, weight training and core work will help to speed up your metabolism and burn calories. Light weights will be used. Instructor will tell you about household items that are readyily obtainable that you may use as equipment substitutes. Please have a mat, towel and water available. Instructor Patricia Anikewich holds many group exercise certifications and teaches at many Westchester and Connecticut fitness centers. Make up date, if needed, is added to an open date (i.e. 4/13 or 15) or the end of the session.

8 Sessions $ 98 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 78)
Thur., 12/3, 10; 1/7, 14, 21 & 28 AND Mon., 12/28 AND Tue., 12/29 from 6 to 7 p.m.; Zoom NOTE: 12/28 and 12/29 are the makeups for 11/19 and 12/17 respectively.

For future courses, please register for Full Body Strength and Cardio Workout above!


Tai Chi Exercises

Tai Chi Exercises (Beginner): the Natural Way to Promote Health
This class is a meditation in motion and a full body workout combined, all done standing (no mat). This first class consists of 35 basic Tai Chi exercises designed to promote better health, stress relief, balance and coordination, concentration, and internal organ massage. These exercises are based on Step by Step Tai Chi: the Natural Way to Strength and Healing by Master Lam Kam Chuen. Please have a set of 2 or 3 pound weights and a water bottle available. Instructor Rod Barfield, a former NYC teacher, has been doing Tai Chi exercises since 1994 and has studied the Tai Chi Form under Gwen Roman since Fall 2013.

Tai Chi - see Tai Chi category


Dance Toning and Stretch


Dance Toning and Stretch
Get cardio exercise, muscle training, and total body conditioning, while having fun and relieving your stress. Starts with core muscle toning at standing position, followed by low impact dance exercise. The music includes dance rhythms like Salsa and Chacha as well as 60's to 80's hit songs. The choreographies are easy to follow and no dance experience is needed. The class concludes with a relaxing stretch -- no head-down position. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with good support. You'll need a yoga mat, water bottle and towel handy and plan to sweat. Instructor Motoko Kuroda is a certified Zumba®, Zumba Gold®, and Zumba Toning® instructor with an M.A. in Fitness Management who has been teaching Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, and other cardio and toning courses for many years.

Mondays

5 Sessions $ 62 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 50)
Mon., 1/25; 2/1, 8, 22 & 3/1 from 6 to 7 p.m. on Zoom.

5 Sessions $ 62 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 50)
Mon., 3/8, 15, 22, 29 & 4/5 from 6 to 7 p.m. on Zoom.

Wednesdays

5 Sessions $ 62 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 50)
Wed., 2/3, 10, 17, 24 & 3/3 from 6 to 7 p.m. on Zoom.

5 Sessions $ 62 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 50)
Wed., 3/10, 17, 24, 31 & 4/7 from 6 to 7 p.m. on Zoom.


Line Dance and/or Ballroom Dance


Line Dance - see Dance category

Medical Questions:

We expect students to have consulted with their doctor before starting any new exercise program.