Group Exercise Classes

About

We offer a variety of exercise classes which are held at the Rakow Center and Randall Oaks Recreation Center. All group exercise classes are free for Fitness Center Members and are available for men and women ages 12 years and older. For more information, call the Group Exercise Coordinator at 847-428-7131. Classes are held in the Group Exercise Studio at Randall Oaks Recreation Center or the East/West Dundee Room at the Rakow Center unless otherwise noted. Group exercise class times include set-up and tear-down of equipment. If you are a new participant, please arrive five minutes before the scheduled class start time for initial instruction. Classes are not held when the Fitness Center is closed.

Group Exercise Passes

If you are not a member of our Fitness Centers and would like to attend Group Exercise Classes, you can customize your workout program through our group exercise passes! These passes are good for all land exercise classes, so you can mix and match workouts to fit your needs.

Fees

1 class: $7
1 month unlimited*: $50/$75
3 month unlimited*: $125/$150
*Valid from date of purchase

Exercise Class Descriptions

50/50

Every class will begin with a different 1/2 hour of cardiovascular training and finish with a 1/2 hour of body specific strength exercises.

Body Sculpt

Improve muscle tone, strength, posture, and balance with this workout that utilizes dumbbells, resistant bands, and stability/bosu balls.

Boot Camp Blitz

Whether you want to build strength, expand your aerobic capacity, or just lose that extra weight, this high energy workout will improve your fitness level and athletic performance. Working on endurance, strength, speed, agility and power, this dynamic class will keep all fitness levels challenged and motivated.
Location: Randall Oaks Recreation Center Gym

Boot Camp Conditioning

This workout takes you to another level. If you are looking to lose weight and firm up, this is the class for you. Our Boot Camp drill sergeant will work your cardio, plus make sure your muscles get a good workout. Come and challenge yourself to get fit.

Cardio Ballroom

Have you ever wanted to "Dance like the Stars?" Get a great cardio workout plus tighten core muscles while learning the basics of popular ballroom dances! Partners are not needed for this workout class. Plan to have a fun time.

Cardio Challenge

A cardiovascular class without all of the fancy steps. If you are low on coordination, but high on energy, come join us for a heart-pumping workout.

Cardio/Strength

This class is great for all levels of fitness. First half of the class will be a cardio workout, kickboxing, step or circuit. The second half will incorporate strength training with weights, bands and balls. This is a high energy, basic moves class.
Location: Rakow Center Dance Studio - Wednesday Evening

Fusion Yoga

This class will be a mixed format of different yoga styles that intend to challenge, relax, and strengthen your body. From energizing vinyasa yoga, and incorporating poses which will build strength and flexibility then infusing it with gentle and calming stretches designed to relax you. This class is suitable for all levels as poses can be modified. There's something for everyone in this fun dynamic yoga class. Please bring a yoga mat. If you are pregnant, please check with the instructor prior to class for modified poses.
Location: Randall Oaks Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room - Tuesday Evening

Get Started

Feel comfortable exercising with beginners who need help starting and sticking to an exercise program. If your goal is to become more active, lose weight or develop a healthy lifestyle, then join us for a fun workout that will keep you coming back for more.

Hip Hop Hustle™

Join this class for easy to learn hip-hop dance moves perfectly choreographed to high energy motivating music. It's the ultimate cardiovascular challenge. Hip Hop Hustle™ requires no previous dance experience. Once you try it, you'll have more fun doing the Hip Hop Hustle™ than any other format.

Hot Flow Yoga

Get your day started with Hot Flow Yoga. This is an awakening class for the body and mind. You will leave this class with energy to make it through the day.

Kick n' Core

Put a little more kick in your workout with this kickboxing class. Not only work your cardio, but get a great abdominal workout.

Les Mills BODYPUMP™

BODYPUMP™ is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls.

Multi-Step

High energy and diverse choreography will guarantee a fun workout. This unique format uses 2 to 4 boards to increase your cardio endurance.

Pilates

Pilates is a mind/body relationship that focuses on breathing and the powerhouse muscles (abdominals and low back). All individuals are welcome to join this class. Will be using Pilates rings. Please bring a mat to class.
Location: Randall Oaks Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room - Thursday Evening

PILOXING®

An amazing class that uniquely blends the power, speed and agility of boxing with the beautiful sculpting and flexibility of Pilates. It is a fat torching, muscle sculpting, core-centric interval workout, guaranteed to whip you into shape. PILOXING® is the brainchild of Swedish dancer and celebrity trainer Viveca Jensen. Come try the latest Hollywood craze.

Power Hour

Strengthen and shape your body with the use of weights, tubing and Resist-a-Balls. A challenging workout for all levels of fitness.

Senior Aerobics

A low impact aerobics class that's easy to follow in a casual and friendly atmosphere.

Senior Stretch & Strength

This class focuses on strength and stretch moves for the entire body.

Spin

Highly motivational, good music, and an incredible workout! This indoor cycling program is for participants of all fitness and skill levels. Control your own intensity while being challenged with overall body conditioning. Improve your heart and lungs - enjoy the ride!

Spin & Abs

45 minutes of Spin followed by 15 minutes of stretching and abs work.

Spin/Sculpt

This class is a 50/50 class - half spin, half body sculpt. Groove your way to a stronger body in this class designed to give a high voltage cardio workout while toning and strengthening concentrated muscle groups.

Tighten and Tone

Tighten and tone your entire body with a variety of equipment and strengthening moves. This will challenge all levels of fitness.

Total Body Strength

Total body workout that incorporates weights, tubing, barbell, and medicine ball to give you a workout that will keep you coming back for more. If you are a beginner or pro this is the class for you.

Turbo Kick™

Turbo Kick™ is a combination of intense kickboxing moves, as well as dance moves, all perfectly choreographed to high energy and motivating music. It’s the ultimate cardiovascular challenge. Turbo Kick™ requires no previous kickboxing experience or equipment.

Yoga Body & Mind

De-stress & recharge your body through Yoga postures combined with traditional strengthening and stretching exercises. Build strength, increase flexibility and postural alignment and improve balance. The class concludes with a guided relaxation/meditation segment. Please bring a mat to class.
Location: Rakow Center Sleepy Hollow/Carpentersville Room - Tuesday

Zumba

It's the new and exciting workout that everyone is doing. Zumba is a style of intense dance workout with pulsating Latin music. High energy-low impact. Ditch the workout and join the party!
Location: Randall Oaks Recreation Center Gym - Monday

Zumba Gold

Zumba tailored to the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is know for: the zesty Latin music, easy-to-follow moves; and the invigorating party-like atmosphere.

Summer Group Exercise Events

Yoga in the Park
Join us throughout the summer for this great workout. This class will jumpstart your weekend with a clear mind and refreshed body. We will be doing Vinyasa Yoga. Open to all, so bring your friends and family.

Dates/Location: June 8 / July 13 / August 10 - Randall Oaks Park Front Shelter
Time: 8:30-9:30 am
Fee: FREE

Poolside Yoga
Start your day off right in a serene environment. Engage all your senses in this relaxing but challenging class. We will be doing Vinyasa Yoga.

Dates/Location: June 1 & 22 / July 20 / August 3 & 24 - Dolphin Cove
Time: 8:30-9:30 am
Fee: $7 per class

Dates/Location: June 15 & 29 / July 27 / August 17 & 31 - Sleepy Hollow Pool
Time: 8:30-9:30 am
Fee: $7 per class

Boot Camp in the Park
Join us monthly for this outdoor group workout. This class will challenge you to the next level. Come prepared to have your body pushed to the limit.

Dates/Location: June 22 / July 27 / September 7 - Randall Oaks Park Front Shelter
Time: 7:00-8:00 am
Fee: FREE