A high energy one hour dance workout rooted in the traditions of West Africa for beginners and experienced dancers. Live drum accompaniment. Dance steps are explained and performed in class. Study basic postures, breathing and mediation in a serene non competitive atmosphere. Helps maintain Yoga practice.
Participants work with partners, punching and kicking various types of training mitts and pads.
Hand wraps and boxing gloves are included in the cost of the class, are required for this excellent aerobic and strength-building workout, which does not include sparring. An intermediate to advanced version of Aerobic Kickboxing 1, this class teaches more involved techniques and combinations, without sparring, again using the partner format. Prerequisite for this class is previous enrollment in AKB1 or instructor approval. This course offers information, exercises and physical techniques concerning one's personal safety. The way of the Sword-is a traditional Japanese martial art.