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Welcome to my web site! This web site contains all types of information about Jazzercise classes in East Oahu (NIU VALLEY & KAIMUKI). Please look around the web site and become familiar with it.
You will find it helpful to check out the CALENDAR section for any class changes/cancellations and special events.

Make sure to check the calendar for all class cancellations and/or changes.

The class schedule at LIHOLIHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 6 pm every Monday and Wednesday. NO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD MEETING held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Do you know how often you should work out to stay healthy? According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, adults need to do two types of physical activity to sustain extensive health benefits: aerobic and muscle strengthening - for a total of 60 minutes, five days a week. Each time you come to a regular 60-minute Jazzercise class, you can check it off your list for the day!

Now Playing at Jazzercise

Now is “The Time (Dirty Bit)” (Black Eyed Peas) to come “Shake That Thing” (Gwyneth Paltrow) at Jazzercise, because baby you’re a “Firework” (Katy Perry). Your “Heartbeat” (Enrique Iglesias feat. Nicole Scherzinger) will “Push & Rise” (Wolfgang Gartner) to its limit in every Jazzercise class. Come dance with us to top hits including “Strip Me,” by Natasha Bedingfield, “Hold It Against Me,” by Britney Spears, “Rolling in the Deep,” by ADELE, and “We No Speak Americano,” by Yolanda Be Cool and Dcup. At Jazzercise, you will get a powerfully fun and effective workout choreographed to today’s hottest music from a variety of genres; pop, rock, country, jazz, and Latin to name a few. See you in class!

Technique Tip of the Month

Abduct/Adduct in Supine Position

1. Start in the supine position (lying on your back) with your knees and feet together.
2. Tightly contract your gluteal muscles (located in your buttocks) to lift your pelvis off of the floor.
3. Contract your right abductors (muscles located near the hip bone) to pull your right knee out to the side. Allow your right foot to roll to the side as your knee moves to the right.
4. Stabilize your left leg by contracting your core muscles. Avoid letting your left leg drop out to the opposite side when the right leg moves.
5. Contract your right adductors (muscles located in your inner thighs) to pull your right knee up to the starting position.
6. Reverse for the left side.

Performing this exercise on a regular basis will help tighten and tone your gluteals, abductors, and adductors. Hip adductor exercises strengthen thigh muscles, contribute to proper posture and slim the inner thighs. Strong hip adductor muscles reinforce knee alignment, protecting them during physical activity.
You will use this exercise in class during the routine “Who I Am” by I Kandi.


Did you know?

New Jazzercise Class Locator System

The new Jazzercise Class Locator System was revealed last month and is already a hit! Not only does it have a sleek new look, a lot of new features have been added including a week's schedule at a glance in a printer-friendly format, a convenient "Buy Now" option for new customers at some locations, and a map with directions. When you're traveling this summer, be sure to go to the Jazzercise Class Locator and find a Jazzercise where you'll be staying.

Check out the new Jazzercise Class Locator System on jazzercise.com now!

Breaking News!!!

University of Kansas Study

Jazzercise was at the forefront of a groundbreaking study conducted by the Breast Cancer Survivorship Center (BCSC) at the University of Kansas Cancer Center in conjunction with Back in the Swing that indicated the importance of fitness and exercise in reducing the chance of breast cancer recurrence.

From 2008-2010, half of the study’s participants had access to Jazzercise classes during a six month intervention. In a preliminary review of the data, participants with access to Jazzercise:

* Lost more than 10% of their body weight - it is widely known that a decrease of as little as 5% of body weight has significant positive health implications, such as lowering blood pressure, lowering LDL ("bad cholesterol"), improves glucose tolerance (decreasing risk for diabetes) and lowers risk for heart disease.
* Lost a median of 3.7% of their overall body fat measured by DEXA.
* Spent four times more minutes per week exercising at the end of the study, than before it started.
* Improved their fitness levels - including flexibility, grip strength, endurance and resting and active heart rate.
* Significantly improved on measures of quality of life - including mood and menopausal symptoms.
* Reduced their chances for recurrence of breast cancer.

Jazzercise Partners with Cheryl Burke

Just announced, Cheryl Burke, professional dancer and two-time champion of the popular ABC TV show "Dancing with the Stars," will serve as a Jazzercise spokesperson in a variety of marketing campaigns.

"Dance provides a unique, fun and effective total body workout," said Burke. "I look forward to working with Jazzercise to promote the value and importance of health and fitness. Jazzercise has proven that its dance-based program increases your fitness level and lifts your mood."

Look for Cheryl in upcoming Jazzercise TV and print campaigns, online programs, and a featured Cheryl Burke for Fit Couture collection in the Jazzertogs apparel catalog.
Jazzercise with Cheryl Burke As seen on TV

Watch Video Clip of Cheryl Burke

Jazzercise 80s

WHAT'S JAZZERCISE?
Jazzercise blends aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kickboxing movements into fun dance routines set to fresh new music!

No Pre-registration is required. Depending on the location, please allow yourself at least 15 minutes before class starts to sign in with our Fitness Staff and become familiar with our facilities.

Workout Attire
Dress comfortably, aerobic or cross training footwear is recommended, bring a mat or towel for the floor routines, plenty of water and hand-held weights (optional).

No Contracts! Very Affordable Joining Fees!
Let our Fitness staff assist you in planning your workout schedule. Signing up for our Easy Fitness Ticket (EFT) affords you the best value, with "hassle-free registration" (with automatic deduction from your checking or major credit card) accepted at all East Oahu locations! Don't delay and sign up today and take advantage of our very affordable one-time joining fee!

For New Participants: Get a headstart and learn some easy and fun moves by simply going to www.jazzercise.com and click onto the Basic Movements page where you can preview some of the dance moves we use in class!

Looking forward to seeing you in class… Aloha, Patti