Chakras
What does not go on our yoga mats ?
Shoes! Socks or bare feet only!
What is a part of every day's movement class from the moment students walk in?
Music
What is the conversation often discussed around the THANKSgiving table
What we are grateful for
What type of exercise raises your heart rate and improves endurance?
Aerobic & Cardio excercises
Other than written work, what are our focus movements in this room ?
Aerobic exercises such as yoga, mat pilates, and light dance. We also meditate and practice deep breathing
Why is it important that students do improvisation in classes ?
Improvisation is important because it cultivates creativity, improves communication, builds confidence, and enhances problem-solving skills in many areas of life, from the performing arts to business and daily interactions
Which holiday is celebrated the night before and the day of ?
New Years Eve & New Years Day
What is the dynamic stretch and when do we use it ?What is the static stretch and when do we use it?
Dynamic stretching involves active, controlled movements that take joints and muscles through a full range of motion to prepare the body for activity (pre-workout)
Static stretching involves holding a single, stretched position for a period of time to improve flexibility (after workout)
What is the importance of ensuring that your chakras are balanced? What are the repercussions if the become imbalanced? What is one way to heal any of the chakras?
Balanced chakras promote harmony and well-being in your mind, body, and spirit.
You can experience physical, mental and emotional symptoms such as anxiety, poor self esteem, relationship issues or physical ailment like headaches, digestive problems or skin conditions.
One way to heal is through maintaining good health & wellness.
What does the acronym F.I.T.T stand for ?
F-Frequency, I-Intensity, T-Time, Type
What is the purpose of Hannukah ?
To commemorate the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miraculous Maccabean Revolt against foreign oppressors
Name 10 of the machines or exercise tools we have in our weight room
Lat pull down, leg press, chest press, pec fly, elliptical, jump ropes, treadmills, dumbells, aerobic steps, mats for yoga
What is the Root chakra? Explain in detail
The Root Chakra, or Muladhara, is the first of the seven main chakras, located at the base of the spine and representing the foundation of our energetic system. It is associated with the element of Earth and the color red
What is the difference between flexibility training and balance training?
Flexibility improves range of motion (stretching/yoga); balance improves stability and control (core, balance poses).
When is day of the dead and how do you say it in Spanish ?
November 1st & Dia de los Muertos
Other than written work, what are our focus movements in this room ?
Aerobic exercises such as yoga, mat pilates, and light dance. We also meditate and practice deep breathing
What is the Sacral chakra ? Explain in detail
The sacral chakra, or Svadhisthana, is the second energy center in the chakra system, located in the lower abdomen and representing creativity, emotions, pleasure, and sexuality. It is associated with the color orange, the element water
What is the purpose of the circuit workout ? Explain and Provide a physical example as well
To provide an efficient full body fitness experience combining strength training and cardiovascular conditioning with minimal rest. Increase muscle strength, endurance and heart health.
What is the purpose of Kwanzaa?
To reaffirm, restore, and promote African American and Pan-African culture, community, and heritage.
Use the word movement and create a 1 minute rhyming rap or poem
Let's hear it !