23 Jun 2021
The second summer session of all Fitness classes has began! Register today for your favorite classes! Ames Parks & Recreation offers a wide variety of wellness programs for all ages and all levels. Our program is a top-notch, quality program with dedicated instructors who will provide you with a safe, fun workout.
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Visit www.CityOfAmes.org/ParkRec
- 1 participant
- 5 minutes

1 Jul 2020
As of July 1, the Community Center is open! Nancy Shaw will show you some changes that have been made.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes

28 May 2020
Follow along with this Gentle Yoga routine hosted by Stacy Hogan, Parks and Recreation Yoga Instructor with the City of Ames.
www.AmesParkRec.org
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- 2 participants
- 27 minutes

5 May 2020
Follow along with this Pilates class with Nancy Shaw, Wellness Program Manager with the City of Ames.
- 2 participants
- 27 minutes

7 Apr 2020
Nancy Shaw gives you a 30 minute workout using resistance bands.
- 1 participant
- 32 minutes

7 Apr 2020
Grab your dumbbells and do this 30 minute strength training routine with Nancy Shaw!
- 1 participant
- 32 minutes

26 Mar 2020
Nancy Shaw has a nice, easy stretching routine that you can do at home. Total stretching time is about 14 minutes.
- 1 participant
- 15 minutes

25 Mar 2020
Nancy Shaw has a fantastic cardio and core workout you can do from home! Total workout time is about 20 minutes.
- 1 participant
- 26 minutes

20 Mar 2020
Nancy Shaw has a great cardio workout you can do from home! It is geared for seniors, but anyone can do it! Total workout time is about 18 minutes.
- 2 participants
- 18 minutes

30 Apr 2019
Learn a 10 minute low-impact workout you can do at home this summer
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes

12 Mar 2019
Try our newest class at Ames Parks & Recreation. This high energy kickboxing class makes working out fun! Punching bags and gloves are used for a high calorie burning workout! Class meets Fridays, 11:20 am-12:05 pm. Mix up your workout and try something new!
- 2 participants
- 10 minutes

9 Dec 2017
Looking for a way to workout at home and keep the holiday pounds in check? Nancy has an easy home circuit you can do.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes

6 Jan 2017
Make 2017 your healthiest year yet, find out what classes are available at Ames Parks and Recreation.
- 1 participant
- 5 minutes

7 Nov 2016
STEP 101: This step class is geared for those who would like to
learn step aerobics. The step portion will consist of 35 minutes
followed by 25 minutes of strength training.
STEP INTERVAL: This high energy combo class integrates
fun step combinations with intervals of power moves and
strength training. An awesome workout with fun music and
energetic choreography!
learn step aerobics. The step portion will consist of 35 minutes
followed by 25 minutes of strength training.
STEP INTERVAL: This high energy combo class integrates
fun step combinations with intervals of power moves and
strength training. An awesome workout with fun music and
energetic choreography!
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes

23 Jun 2016
Nancy gives a brief overview of some of the classes available this summer through Ames Parks and Recreation
- 1 participant
- 5 minutes

1 Apr 2016
Private or semi-private reformer sessions are offered through Ames Parks and Recreation. The pace is moderate, yet challenging and will tone muscles, strengthen the core and provide a total body workout. Watch this episode to see what the Reformer can do.
- 2 participants
- 15 minutes

11 Mar 2016
Learn about this fun athletic based cardiovascular workout offered at Ames Parks and Recreation.
- 2 participants
- 10 minutes

3 Mar 2016
Fitness Instructor Kecia Place-Fencl joins Nancy to discuss the Dam-to-Dam training program.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes

22 Jan 2016
Nancy gives an overview of the Power Pump class available at Ames Parks and Recreation.
- 1 participant
- 16 minutes

18 Dec 2015
This is a strength training class using resistance equipment such as dumbbells, xertubes, resistaballs and body bars followed by flexibility work to give you a complete workout!
- 2 participants
- 9 minutes

24 Jul 2015
Learn about TRX and whether its right for you. Spoiler, it is.
- 2 participants
- 19 minutes

26 Jun 2015
Nancy and Irene demonstrate Circuit training, part of a new offering at Ames Parks and Recreation.
- 2 participants
- 12 minutes

21 May 2015
Work on that core at home or at a new Ames Parks and recreation Fitness class!
- 2 participants
- 22 minutes

10 Apr 2015
Nancy and Carol Robinson discuss and demonstrate the Reformer.
- 2 participants
- 25 minutes

13 Mar 2015
Belly Dancing is a fun, exciting way to get some exercise! On this episode, Nancy learns a little more about the class and some moves.
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes

12 Dec 2014
Looking for a new fitness class for the new year? Nancy highlights some of the classes available through Ames Parks and Recreation.
- 1 participant
- 5 minutes

8 Aug 2014
Nancy describes a new core fitness class that will be offered over the lunch hour this fall.
- 1 participant
- 10 minutes

18 Jun 2014
Want to train for a marathon or half marathon? We've got a new class for you!
- 2 participants
- 10 minutes

2 May 2014
Nancy discusses the advantage of the figure eight tube for a travel and home friendly workout.
- 1 participant
- 6 minutes

9 Apr 2014
Learn about the Taekwondo classes offered through Ames Parks and Recreation.
- 3 participants
- 12 minutes

20 Feb 2014
Nancy shows some Body Weight Training exercises you can do at home.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
