No classes November 27^th, December 24th, 25^th & 31^st

Fitness Class Descriptions

Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates creates a body that is long and lean with a flat stomach and strong back.  Learn the sequence of exercises using breath, body alignment, and fluidity of movement. Increase your flexibility, strength and improve your posture. Classes will vary week to week to incorporate different tools and mix of exercises.

Instructor: Amy Nielsen

Fees:   Drop in: $10                       

5 time punch card: $45                10 time punch card: $80

Balance & Stretch
Designed for beginners and active older participants. Learn the sequence of exercises using breath, body alignment, and range of motion. Increase your flexibility, strength and improve your posture.  Stability ball and resistance bands.

Instructor: Amy Nielsen

Fees:   Drop in: $10                       

5 time punch card: $45                10 time punch card: $80

Yoga

Gentle Vinyasa Flow Yoga (Level 1)
A less intense style of yoga focusing on basic poses, safe technique and body/mind integration.  Open to all levels.  Great for beginners, but also for the experienced practitioner who wants a more gentle, slow-paced, meditative yoga experience.

Instructor: Mari Anne Auwarter

Fees:   Drop in: $10                       

5 time punch card: $45                10 time punch card: $80

Vinyasa Flow (Level 2)
An empowering, transformational, rejuvenating style of yoga. Poses flow from one to another and are synchronized with the breath.   An intermediate class - Open to a wide range of students.

Instructor: Mari Anne Auwarter

Fees:   Drop in: $10                       

5 time punch card: $45                10 time punch card: $80

Yoga+Sculpt
A Vinyasa flow class integrating the mindfulness of yoga with the added resistance of free weights.  Emphasizing strength and total-body sculpting.  An intermediate class – Open to a wide range of students.

Instructor: Mari Anne Auwarter

Fees:   Drop in: $10                       

5 time punch card: $45                10 time punch card: $80

Zumba
Fun and easy to do, Zumba is the hottest new fitness trend!  Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout system that will blow you away.  The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.  Add some Latin flavor and International zest into the mix and you’ve got Zumba!

Instructor: Trisha

Fees:   Drop in: $10                        8 week Session: $64

More about our studio:

There is a one-time $25 enrollment fee.  As a member you can drop in to any class and pay the drop in fee to the instructor, you may purchase five and 10 time punch cards online or from the instructor for that class.  Members will also be eligible for special participation rewards, bring a friend promotions and member parties.  We want to support your fitness goals and have fun in the process.  Member parties give us all a chance to know each other better and make new connections outside of class time.

Our class and event schedule will come out every two months: Jan/Feb, Mar/April, May/Jun, Jul/Aug, Sep/Oct, and Nov/Dec.    New classes may be added; others may change or stay the same.   If there is an exercise format you are interested in, please let us know on a comment card.  For example, if we have a lot of interest for a Swing class, we may be able to add that class to our schedule or try it in for a session.    Yoga and Pilates are our core formats and will always be included in our weekly schedule.
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Grand Hall Studio
Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I'm not very flexible and I'm not in the greatest shape.  Does the studio have classes for me?
A: Yes!  We offer a broad range of classes designed for all fitness levels.

Q: How do I sign-up for classes?
A: Signing up is easy.  We only ask that you come to class 15 minutes early to register.  Call 612-730-8065 if you would like to discuss which class options are best for you.

Q: What should I bring to class?
A: We recommend that you bring a water bottle, sweat towel and mat (for yoga).  We provide clean mats and other props at no charge.  For comfort and hygiene, however, many students prefer to bring their own mat to class once they have developed a regular practice.

Q: What should I wear?
A: The latest fitness gear is not needed.  Wear comfortable clothing so your movement is not restricted.  Layers provide for shedding and adding as needed.

Q: The group class times don't fit my schedule.  What are my options?
A: In addition to the small group classes listed on our schedule, we offer private and semi-private training by appointment.

Q: Is there anything else I should know?
A: Please arrive a few minutes early to be considerate of others.  Please turn off cell phone and pagers.  For Yoga, we recommend not eating within 2 hours of class.  Relax and enjoy yourself!

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Join Grand Hall Studio With a Friend and receive two for the price of one enrollment.  Hurry,  Offer Ends December 31st!

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We do yoga parties and special events!  Girls weekends, children's birthday parties, bachelorette parties - any excuse to get your loved ones together for some fun.

The Grand Hall is available for private parties and wedding receptions. Our spacious, beautifully restored Grand Hall ballroom will comfortably accommodate up to 187 people, tables, chairs. This hall is made for movement and excitement, with tall windows, a wood burning stove, high ceiling and exposed brick maintain the integrity of this space built in 1880. Call 952-807-2417 for a tour.