Fitness

Fitness

NORD’s fitness programming aligns with the Health Department’s Fit NOLA initiative, which is working to create a culture and environment that supports everyone in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Learn more at www.nola.gov/health.

 

Superhero Run 2023

Join the FitNOLA Superhero Run! This 1-mile walk/run is for youth of all abilities between the ages of 4- 18. Come dressed as your favorite superhero and be ready to have fun while getting out and moving! This event is focused on healthy living and getting up and moving! FREE! 

Event Date: TBD

 

Fitness Centers

There are seven fitness centers where you can workout on cardio machines and exercise equipment. Fitness centers are free and open to ages 18 and older.  

Outdoor Fitness Parks

There are three outdoor fitness parks that provide physical exercise opportunities in an open outdoor setting. 

Group Fitness Classes

Our in-person classes requires registration via nordc.org/calendar and space is limited, so make your reservations as early as (7) days in advance for our weekly classes.  We offer a variety of workouts to keep you motivated.  Click here for more info.

To join virtual classes, follow the step by step instructions below.

  1. Log into your Facebook account the day and time of the class.
  2. Tap the "watch" button on the live post
  3. Join and enjoy!

Intensity Levels
Beginner/Light:  Designed for those class members who are just starting their fitness journey. These fitness classes are meant for those who are just starting out and might need a bit of a slower introduction to the workout.
Intermediate/Moderate: Designed for class members who are ready for the next challenge. These fitness classes are for members who feel comfortable with performing complex, multijoint movements even if it’s the modified version.
Advanced/Vigorous: Designed for the class members who are ready to go full out and experience peak performance. These fitness classes are for members who feel comfortable with performing modified or full movemebers and are ready for maximum calorie burn!
Adaptive: These classes are designed specifically for persons with special needs or special populations who want to stay healthy and fit in a safe, friendly fitness environment.
All Levels: All fitness levels are welcome!

Class Descriptions

Boot Camp: Intermediate/Moderate
This class combines both strength and cardiovascular training to give participants a challenging, but rewarding, full-body workout. It incorporates functional fitness, resistance training, and body weight exercises in a high intensity interval training (HIIT) format.

Cardio Blast:  Intermediate/Moderate
Cardio Blast blends high energy and great music for an upbeat workout. This group fitness class includes elements of cardio, stretching, pilates, meditation, aerobic dance, strength training, abs and glutes. All you need is to come with a yoga mat and a smile

Chair Hip Hop Cardio:  Beginners/Light
Chair Hip Hop Cardio is a fun and engaging way to achieve the ultimate cardio workout. Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. You do not need to be a dancer or know how to dance to enjoy this class and get the best cardio workout.

FitLot Intro - 1-hour intro classes will help you learn basic techniques and how to use the FitLot equipment.

FitLot Circuit (Drop-in) -  1-hour circuit training classes 

Mindful Movement: Beginner/Light. 
Stretch out stiff, tired and achy muscles with this morning full body stretch class for beginners. Participants should bring water, towels and an exercise mat.

Morning Motivation Beginner/Light
Stretch out stiff, tired and achy muscles with this morning full body stretch class for beginners. Participants should bring water, towels and an exercise mat.

Pilates All Levels/Light
Improve flexibility and core strength through the perfect blend of deep muscle toning, stretching, balance, and cardio!

TRX Circuit:  Intermediate/Moderate
TRX is a form of suspension training that uses body weight exercises to develop strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. It requires the use of the TRX Suspension Trainer, a performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user’s body weight to complete the exercises. Our classes will move you. Our instructors will inspire you. Modifications are always welcomed in any class.

Yoga Beginner/Light
Center your body, mind, and spirit in this class designed for all levels of participants.
Practice meditation through movement, focusing on breath, alignment, and inner strength
No equipment needed.
 

Zumba Beginner/Light
Love to dance? Join us for this total work-out, mixing low-intensity and high-intensity
dance moves and combining all elements of fitness, including cardio, muscle condition,
balance, and flexibility! No equipment needed.

 

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