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VOL. TWO | August 2010


BALANS:
[ba-lahnz: Swedish for balance]

Intervall: [in-tare-vahl: Swedish for steps, transitions and the relationship between segments]

Whether you are working with us, or working out, at Balans the following principles guide what we do.

Be your Best and Enjoy the Journey

Always Show Respect

Lend a Helping Hand

All People are Welcome

Now—Live in the Moment

Sincerity, Integrity, Every day

 

Hello!

It has been a whirlwind of a year, planning and putting together this unique studio for you. We are offering great classes, nutritional guidance and style essentials all in a warm, welcoming, fun and safe environment. Our doors will be open soon. It is just a matter of weeks now.


The Final Stretch

We are well under construction. I am so excited just picturing all the terrific programs coming very soon. Walls are up, the electrical and ventilation is in place, with ceilings, finishes and fixtures not far behind. We are even thrilled about our front door installation. We just love the large open entry and home to our Balans Boutique.


 

 

Meet our manager

I am happy to have a terrific manager for you to meet.

Jennifer Ward
Jennifer is passionate about helping others make healthy decisions and reach their wellness goals. Since graduating from college, she has worked professionally in the fields of Marketing Research, Marketing, Customer Service, and Contract and Program Management. In addition, she has taught all types of fitness classes from kick boxing to yoga and enjoys learning new fitness techniques. Her interests include walking her two West Highland Terriers, reading, playing softball, knitting, and cooking. She is ready to get going and will be a great addition to our team.

 

Our programs
Here is a peek at what you will find at Balans Studio.

Yoga
We continue this ancient 5,000 year-old tradition, offering a diverse selection of classes enhancing your body, mind, and spirit.

Yoga Fundamentals
The perfect place to start! Classes focus on alignment and exploring the fundamentals of standing, seated, backbend and twist poses.

Gentle Yoga
Our soothing gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.

Yoga Blend
A unique approach to integrating the teachings of different lineages creates an eclectic and integrative experience.

Vinyasa Flow
Focus on moving, with the breath creating a moving meditation.

Power Yoga
Bring body, brain and breath into harmony with this class that blends strength and flexibility, endurance, balance awareness and focus.

Yoga for Athletes
An open-level class for male and female runners and other athletes involved in high-impact sports and golf and tennis alike.

TRX® Suspension Training™
A revolutionary method utilizing a lightweight system of ropes and straps. You will build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose.

TRX® Essentials: Strength
It's a must for anyone with an active lifestyle, and a crucial foundation for your normal workout program.

TRX® Essentials: Flexibility
Get back the length of muscle and ease of movement your body needs.

TRX® Core Strength
Build crucial core strength from the innermost abdominal muscles and lower back.

TRX® Biomechanics: Healthy Back
Regain muscular balance in your back with an easy-to-follow series of targeted stretches and strength-training exercises.

MAT PILATES
Based on the works of Joseph Pilates, this class strengthens the core abdominal muscles while opening joints and releasing tension.

BALANS BARWORKS™
Balans BarWorks™ is a Pilates, dance, isometrics and floor work hybrid routine that tones every major muscle group using a ballet barre and mats.

CYCLE

Cycle Challenge
Each class will be slightly different, focusing on steep hills, sprints or a combination of the two.

Endurance Cycling
A cycling class for all fitness levels which will increase your endurance and improve your heart rate.

Interval Blast Cycling
Ride through steep incline and tough terrain then climb, sprint, coast and switchback.

Balans Intervall Camp
Custom training program for 6 or 8 weeks that builds strength, stamina, conditioning (circuit training) with breath work and a nutritional counseling/workshop.

Balans Intervall Circuit
In one hour, strengthen and lengthen all your major muscles to inspiring music.

ZUMBA®
Zumba is cardio. Zumba is Latin rhythmic music in its original form and an hour of just plain fun.

Thank you and I look forward to meeting you soon!
Josefin Persson Kennedy, President

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