Boxercise

This course is a high impact cardio workout inspired by the sport of boxing.  You will get your heart rate up by punching and learning fast footwork in a safe and supportive environment.  Each class begins with a warm-up, shadow boxing workout, partner boxing, circuit and weight training intervals, abdominal exercises, stretches and warm-down.  Be prepared to sweat in the fast paced high energy class. No matter what level your physical fitness is, you will get a challenging and fun workout. Two levels are available- Beginning and Intermediate.  
 
Students will practice the following punches and footwork:
 
JAB, CROSS PUNCH, HOOK, UPPERCUT, BOB AND WEAVE, POWER PUNCH, SPEED PUNCH, COMBINATIONS
 
 
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Identify and perform boxercise routines and terminology
Integrate and demonstrate boxercise skills, technique and safety guidelines both individually and in partner work
Identify and demonstrate and apply the principles of  boxercise and its relationship to everyday movement and health
Identify and demonstrate the components of proper body alignment and back health with emphasis on increasing core strength and flexibility
Incorporate an intermediate level of cardiovascular intensity related to boxercise