Fitness Classes
Weekly Class Schedule & Upcoming Programs
Please note that this schedule may change periodically.
Classes are FREE for members or included with the purchase of a day pass for guests, unless otherwise noted. Please register in advance for fee-based programs.
CLASS UPDATES:
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Mondays
FREE INBODY ANALYSIS!
Monday, January 13th, 2025
7:00 – 11:00am
Drop in to get a free reading! For more information, including preparing for your test, contact jaustin@berkshiresouth.org.
Free for Everyone
Try our new full-body composition analysis tool, the InBody, for FREE! This advanced bio-impedance scale provides a detailed breakdown of your body’s composition, including body fat percentage, muscle mass, water weight, and Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).
The Weigh to Lose
Instructors: Margee O’Meara, CPT and Jennifer Austin, CPT, CNC
Members: $105
Guests: $120
Ready to commit to a weight loss plan? Start the new year off with the right “weigh” to lose weight and keep it off! Join a twice-weekly group to stay motivated and on track. Together we will attend scheduled exercise classes tailored for weight loss, have regular weigh-ins with our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, and receive private sessions with a certified nutrition coach to guide you toward success both in and out of the gym.
Zumba©
Mondays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Luana Diaz David
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This is a high-energy class that uses Latin and international music to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Every class feels like a party! Zumba routines feature a combo of fast and slow rhythms that make you feel joyful and alive. No dance experience is necessary.
Cross Training for Everyone
Mondays 9 – 10am
NEW Class Time Starting January 1st: Mondays 9:15 – 10:15am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Crush Hour: Extreme Fun & Fitness
Mondays 4:00 – 5:00pm
Instructor: Angel Reilly
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Crush Hour will blow your mind and transform your body. This one-hour class is packed with exciting, challenging, and unique fitness equipment and variations. You’ll have so much fun that you’ll forget you are working out!
Power Hour
Mondays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Kathy Roy
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Tuesdays
The New Get Fit Program
Twice A Week, October 29 – December 21 CANCELLED
Tuesdays, 7:00am – 8:00am & Saturdays, 7:00am – 8:30am
Instructors: Todd DiMario, Margee Omeara, and Will Stanley
Location: Auditorium, Gymnasium, or Outside
Members: $96
Guests: $152*
*Guest enrollees will receive a voucher for 30% off a BSRCC Membership
This 8-week program is designed to help you transform your body, mind, and lifestyle! Participants work together twice a week in a supportive, tight-knit group to create healthy, long-term habits. Each session includes a 1-hour fitness class with the addition of a 30-minute wellness workshop or open gym time with the trainers on Saturdays. You will track your progress using our NEW InBody Body Composition Analyzer!
Life Fitness
Tuesdays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Claire Naylor-Pollart
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Tara Rahkola
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Get all the benefits of traditional yoga with the safety and support of a chair. Come see how dynamic, engaging, and relaxing yoga can be when you have six legs.
Adaptive Friendly. Recommended for Seniors.
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
The Weigh to Lose
Tuesdays & Fridays, May 6th – June 13th
10:00 – 11:00am
Instructors: Margee O’Meara, CPT and Jennifer Austin, CPT, CNC
Location: Gym
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Are you ready to get in shape for summer? Join us for the right “weigh” to lose weight and keep it off. This program meets twice weekly to keep you on track and motivated. Like-minded individuals will support each other as they exercise, learn about nutrition, and implement techniques in daily life to successfully lose weight and keep it off. Together, we will attend scheduled group exercise classes tailored for weight loss, have regular weigh-ins with our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, and receive private sessions with a certified nutrition coach.
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
The Big 3: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 14th – February 20th
4:00 – 5:00pm
OR
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 11th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Calling all women! Want to learn proper form and technique for some of the best lifts to build strength, reduce body fat, boost metabolism, and improve overall health? Join our instructional program and witness the progress you can make in just six weeks. This course focuses on the three essential lifts—barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift—along with complementary exercises to round out your workout. Designed for beginners of all abilities, this program includes access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, so you can track your progress and see the impact of strength training just two days a week!
The Big 3 2.0: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 10th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
If you have some experience with the ‘Big 3’ lifts (barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift), and want to practice your form and technique for continued progress, this program is for you! You’ll continue to lose body fat, boost your metabolism, and get strong! The program will practice the big 3 lifts while incorporating the overhead press and rows for overall strength, mobility, and longevity. Access to our new InBody body composition scale will allow you to see how much progress you can make when you continue to incorporate strength training into your routine 2 days a week!
The Big 3: Men's Strength Training Program
Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 15th – May 22nd
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Center
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
This men’s beginner program is designed to maximize three of the biggest and most effective lifts in the gym—the barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift. See how lifting twice a week can increase your strength, reduce body fat, boost your metabolism, and improve your overall health. You’ll also have access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer to track your progress and see the impact of regular strength training. All abilities are welcome!
Pilates/Yoga Blend
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Heidi McCanlies
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Get Fit with Todd
February 4th – March 29th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
April 8th – May 31st
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $85
Guests: $100
June 17th – August 9th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Get motivated to get fit! Join a supportive, tight-knit group as we cheer each other on and build lasting healthy habits. Participants will meet twice a week for a 1-hour fitness class with an added 30 minutes of open gym time or specialized clinic on Saturday mornings. We’ll use our new InBody Body Composition Analysis scale to track our progress. At the end of the program, we’ll celebrate our hard work and award a grand prize winner!
Pick-up Basketball
Tuesdays 6-8pm & Saturdays 11am-1pm
Location: Gym
Free For Members
Guests: $8
No Fee For Members
Drop in, form teams, and enjoy a game of pick-up basketball! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some fun and friendly competition, these sessions are open to everyone.
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Wednesdays
Pickleball
Wednesdays
7am – 11am
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
FREE INBODY ANALYSIS!
Wednesday, June 11th
7:00 – 11:00am
Drop in to get a free reading! For more information, including preparing for your test, contact jaustin@berkshiresouth.org.
Free for Everyone
Ready to elevate your health and fitness? Try our full-body composition analysis tool, the InBody, for FREE! This advanced bio-impedance scale provides a detailed breakdown of your body’s composition, including body fat percentage, muscle mass, water weight, and Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).
One of our certified personal trainers will interpret your results, identify imbalances, and offer recommendations to help build muscle in key areas.
Monthly Pickleball Clinic
Upcoming Clinics:
Wednesday, March 19th
Wednesday, April 16th
Wednesday, May 21st
Wednesday, June 18th
Wednesday, July 16th
Wednesday, August 20th
Pickleball Intro to Beginners: 8:30 – 9:30am
Pickleball Skills and Drills: 9:45 – 10:45am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $25
Guests: $35
Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines badminton, table tennis, and tennis elements. Led by Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), clinics will focus on stroke and shot improvement, technique, and match play. Clinics will be appropriate for all levels of fitness.
- Pickleball Intro to Beginners is for players new to the game or who have been playing for a short while, with a focus on fundamentals
- Pickleball Skills and Drills In this class, intermediate level players will focus on serving, return of serve, learning the dink shot and the drop shot
- Participants MUST bring their own paddles and balls.
- Registration required
Pickleball Private Lessons
Wednesdays
12:15 – 2:30pm
Members $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Strength Infused Cardio (S.I.C.)
Wednesdays 7:45-8:45am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Build strength, stamina, and endurance in this high-intensity, full body workout that uses weights to get you in your cardio zone. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness. This is a drop in class, no registration required!
Wednesday Walking Club
Every Wednesday from 9:00-9:30am
Led by: Jenn Austin
Location: Front Desk
Free for Everyone
The walking club meets in the lobby at 8:45 am. We will head out at 9:00 am for a 1-2 mile nature walk on the Old Route 7 Greenway, a flat paved trail that runs parallel to route 7. Please sign up for our Fitness Email List to be notified of any cancellations due to poor weather. No registration required.
Zumba with Faye
Wednesdays 9 – 10am
Wednesdays 10-11am
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This is a high-energy class that uses Latin and international music to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Every class feels like a party! Zumba routines feature a combo of fast and slow rhythms that make you feel joyful and alive. No dance experience is necessary.
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays 9 – 10am
Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
Instructor: Jeanne Teasdale
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This gentle yoga class is based on a Kripalu style of yoga. Kripalu is a type of Hatha yoga that begins with breathing exercises (pranayama) and stretches followed by an exploration of postures (asana) and ending with a final relaxation. Kripalu emphasizes self-acceptance and moving at your own pace and makes it great for both beginners and seasoned yogis alike.
Sign up for a month of
Group Training with Todd
Meet Every Wednesday during March, April, May, June, July or August from 10-11am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
Members: $100/Month
Guests: $125/Month
Stability Ball Basics
Wednesdays, July 9th – 23rd
3:00 – 4:00pm
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Members: $45
Guests: $65
The stability ball (also known as the Swiss ball) is an amazing tool to help with strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and posture. Work with Margee to learn effective ways to increase your fitness and get a great workout suited for your body. This program is geared towards beginners but welcomes advanced participants who want to learn new exercises and techniques.
Breast Health Qigong
Wednesdays, July 3 and July 10
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Free For Everyone
This free 2-week program is led by expert Qigong instructor, certified health coach, and mindset expert, Carole Murko. Using the traditional Chinese medicine practice of Qigong to improve breast health and support healing from breast cancer, Carole will guide you on how to move energy to focus attention on specific areas of the body in a healing and restorative manner. These practices are easy, fun, and regenerative!
Dragon’s Way Qigong
Wednesdays, July 17-August 28 Canceled
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Members: $175.00
Guests: $199.00
Materials Fee: $40.00
Qigong is a Chinese martial art that is designed to unblock the invisible energy pathways in our bodies. In this 7-week class, we will learn 10 powerful movements, discover how to eat for healing, and explore how lifestyle and plant medicines can be used to help create balance in your life. This course includes a weekly guidebook. We’ll end the class with a food demo and healing meal to celebrate our time together.
HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)
Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructors: Will Stanley
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Want an intense workout to get you in shape? Join Will for a series of exercises that will mix things up and burn some serious calories!
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Thursdays
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Matter of Balance
Designed for ages 60+
Thursdays 2:00 – 4:00pm
September 12 – October 31
Instructors: Kathy Roy and Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
Please reach out to Jenn with any questions at: jaustin@berkshiresouth.org or by phone at 413-528-2810 Ext 35.
Free For Everyone
Join certified Matter of Balance instructors for an 8-week class to lessen your fear of falling. You’ll learn to view falls as controllable, discover small changes to reduce at-home falls, and engage in exercises to increase flexibility, strength, and balance. Activities include group discussions, problem-solving, skill-building, assertiveness training, videos, and exercise training. Registration is required. Course offered In conjunction with Elder Services of Berkshire County.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls Volunteer Lay Leader Model © 2006. This program is based on Fear of Falling: A Matter of Balance. Copyright © 1995 Trustees of Boston University. All rights reserved. Used and adapted by permission of Boston University.
The Big 3: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 14th – February 20th
4:00 – 5:00pm
OR
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 11th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Calling all women! Want to learn proper form and technique for some of the best lifts to build strength, reduce body fat, boost metabolism, and improve overall health? Join our instructional program and witness the progress you can make in just six weeks. This course focuses on the three essential lifts—barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift—along with complementary exercises to round out your workout. Designed for beginners of all abilities, this program includes access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, so you can track your progress and see the impact of strength training just two days a week!
The Big 3 2.0: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 10th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
If you have some experience with the ‘Big 3’ lifts (barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift), and want to practice your form and technique for continued progress, this program is for you! You’ll continue to lose body fat, boost your metabolism, and get strong! The program will practice the big 3 lifts while incorporating the overhead press and rows for overall strength, mobility, and longevity. Access to our new InBody body composition scale will allow you to see how much progress you can make when you continue to incorporate strength training into your routine 2 days a week!
The Big 3: Men's Strength Training Program
Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 15th – May 22nd
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Center
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
This men’s beginner program is designed to maximize three of the biggest and most effective lifts in the gym—the barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift. See how lifting twice a week can increase your strength, reduce body fat, boost your metabolism, and improve your overall health. You’ll also have access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer to track your progress and see the impact of regular strength training. All abilities are welcome!
Sage Chair Yoga
Thursdays 4:30 – 5:30pm CANCELED
Instructor: Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This comprehensive chair yoga practice uses a combination of mindfulness techniques, stretching, strength and balance exercises, breathing, and fascial release therapy using small massage balls.
Boxing Bootcamp
Thursdays: 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Will Stanley
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Challenge yourself with this high intensity boxing boot camp class. Although you will be pushing your limits, this class is open to all abilities. Modifications available.
Flow Yoga
Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This comprehensive, moderate-level class builds core strength, flexibility, and balance while providing a nervous system reset through slow, intentional movements and held postures. Pose modifications are available.
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Fridays
Private Movement Coaching
Instructor: Steven Leonard SPT, RYT
Members: minimum of 3 sessions at $200.00
Guests: minimum of 3 sessions at $225.00
If interested, please reach out to Jennifer Austin at jaustin@berkshiresouth.org
Steven Leonard, an expert movement coach, will work closely with you to gather valuable insights into your body’s mechanics. These private sessions offer a unique and tailored approach to fitness, encompassing a comprehensive functional movement assessment and a customized exercise plan designed exclusively for you. Sessions include detailed assessment of your current movement patterns, mobility, strength, and any areas of imbalance or limitation. Your movement coach will craft a personalized exercise plan tailored to your specific needs, goals, and preferences. This plan is not a one-size-fits-all approach but a carefully constructed roadmap to help you achieve optimal results.
Pickleball
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Morning Stretch and Release
Fridays 8:00 – 9:00am (Starting August 1st)
Instructor: Jeanne Teasdale
No Fee For Members
Begin the day with more flexibility and mobility by combining stretching with myofascial release. This class will use therapy balls, foam rollers, resistance bands, straps, and other tools to help reduce pain and tension and improve general fitness and function. Tools will be provided. Please bring your own exercise mat. This class is suitable for everyone.
Full Body Blast
Fridays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Gym
NEW Instructor starting in January 2024: Margee O’Meara
No Fee For Members
Start your Friday off right with a cardio class that will work you from head to toe. Mix up free weights, dynamic bodyweight movements, and cardio for a total fitness experience.
Zumba
Fridays 9-10AM
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
The Weigh to Lose
Tuesdays & Fridays, May 6th – June 13th
10:00 – 11:00am
Instructors: Margee O’Meara, CPT and Jennifer Austin, CPT, CNC
Location: Gym
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Are you ready to get in shape for summer? Join us for the right “weigh” to lose weight and keep it off. This program meets twice weekly to keep you on track and motivated. Like-minded individuals will support each other as they exercise, learn about nutrition, and implement techniques in daily life to successfully lose weight and keep it off. Together, we will attend scheduled group exercise classes tailored for weight loss, have regular weigh-ins with our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, and receive private sessions with a certified nutrition coach.
Dynamic Suspension Training
Fridays, August 1st – 29th
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Members: $80
Guests: $100
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Weekends
Perfect Your Posture
Saturday, November 9
8:30 – 9:30am
Instructor: Steven Leonard
Location: Auditorium
Members: $15
Guests: $25
Good posture will help you to move like never before! If you deal with stiffness, discomfort, or limited mobility, this class is for you. Board-certified physical therapist Steven Leonard will teach you the secrets to better posture, enhanced physical performance, and improved overall mental well-being.
Get Fit with Todd
February 4th – March 29th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
April 8th – May 31st
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $85
Guests: $100
June 17th – August 9th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Get motivated to get fit! Join a supportive, tight-knit group as we cheer each other on and build lasting healthy habits. Participants will meet twice a week for a 1-hour fitness class with an added 30 minutes of open gym time or specialized clinic on Saturday mornings. We’ll use our new InBody Body Composition Analysis scale to track our progress. At the end of the program, we’ll celebrate our hard work and award a grand prize winner!
Weekend Warrior
Saturdays 8-9am
Starting October 7, 2023
Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:00am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Kick start your weekend with a mix of strength, cardio, and balance exercises! This is a high intensity (energy) class suitable for all levels of fitness. Build your strength, endurance, and stability while getting the energy you need to enhance your weekend! This is a drop in class. No registration required!
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Pick-up Basketball
Saturdays, 11am-1pm & Tuesdays, 6-8pm
Location: Gym
Free For Members
Guests: $8
No Fee For Members
Drop in, form teams, and enjoy a game of pick-up basketball! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some fun and friendly competition, these sessions are open to everyone.
Pilates
Sundays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Don Fries
Location: Meeting Rooms
No Fee For Members
Cardio Kickboxing
Sundays 10 – 11am & Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructors: Cori Broderick (Sunday) & Kathy Roy (Wednesday)
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Pickleball Private Lessons
Weekends
Members: $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests: $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
To schedule a lesson, contact Jennifer Austin at (413) 528-2810 ext. 35 or email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
FREE INBODY ANALYSIS!
Monday, January 13th, 2025
7:00 – 11:00am
Drop in to get a free reading! For more information, including preparing for your test, contact jaustin@berkshiresouth.org.
Free for Everyone
Try our new full-body composition analysis tool, the InBody, for FREE! This advanced bio-impedance scale provides a detailed breakdown of your body’s composition, including body fat percentage, muscle mass, water weight, and Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).
The Weigh to Lose
Instructors: Margee O’Meara, CPT and Jennifer Austin, CPT, CNC
Members: $105
Guests: $120
Ready to commit to a weight loss plan? Start the new year off with the right “weigh” to lose weight and keep it off! Join a twice-weekly group to stay motivated and on track. Together we will attend scheduled exercise classes tailored for weight loss, have regular weigh-ins with our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, and receive private sessions with a certified nutrition coach to guide you toward success both in and out of the gym.
Zumba©
Mondays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Luana Diaz David
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This is a high-energy class that uses Latin and international music to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Every class feels like a party! Zumba routines feature a combo of fast and slow rhythms that make you feel joyful and alive. No dance experience is necessary.
Cross Training for Everyone
Mondays 9 – 10am
NEW Class Time Starting January 1st: Mondays 9:15 – 10:15am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Crush Hour: Extreme Fun & Fitness
Mondays 4:00 – 5:00pm
Instructor: Angel Reilly
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Crush Hour will blow your mind and transform your body. This one-hour class is packed with exciting, challenging, and unique fitness equipment and variations. You’ll have so much fun that you’ll forget you are working out!
Power Hour
Mondays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Kathy Roy
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
The New Get Fit Program
Twice A Week, October 29 – December 21 CANCELLED
Tuesdays, 7:00am – 8:00am & Saturdays, 7:00am – 8:30am
Instructors: Todd DiMario, Margee Omeara, and Will Stanley
Location: Auditorium, Gymnasium, or Outside
Members: $96
Guests: $152*
*Guest enrollees will receive a voucher for 30% off a BSRCC Membership
This 8-week program is designed to help you transform your body, mind, and lifestyle! Participants work together twice a week in a supportive, tight-knit group to create healthy, long-term habits. Each session includes a 1-hour fitness class with the addition of a 30-minute wellness workshop or open gym time with the trainers on Saturdays. You will track your progress using our NEW InBody Body Composition Analyzer!
Life Fitness
Tuesdays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Claire Naylor-Pollart
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Tara Rahkola
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Get all the benefits of traditional yoga with the safety and support of a chair. Come see how dynamic, engaging, and relaxing yoga can be when you have six legs.
Adaptive Friendly. Recommended for Seniors.
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
The Weigh to Lose
Tuesdays & Fridays, May 6th – June 13th
10:00 – 11:00am
Instructors: Margee O’Meara, CPT and Jennifer Austin, CPT, CNC
Location: Gym
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Are you ready to get in shape for summer? Join us for the right “weigh” to lose weight and keep it off. This program meets twice weekly to keep you on track and motivated. Like-minded individuals will support each other as they exercise, learn about nutrition, and implement techniques in daily life to successfully lose weight and keep it off. Together, we will attend scheduled group exercise classes tailored for weight loss, have regular weigh-ins with our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, and receive private sessions with a certified nutrition coach.
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
The Big 3: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 14th – February 20th
4:00 – 5:00pm
OR
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 11th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Calling all women! Want to learn proper form and technique for some of the best lifts to build strength, reduce body fat, boost metabolism, and improve overall health? Join our instructional program and witness the progress you can make in just six weeks. This course focuses on the three essential lifts—barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift—along with complementary exercises to round out your workout. Designed for beginners of all abilities, this program includes access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, so you can track your progress and see the impact of strength training just two days a week!
The Big 3 2.0: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 10th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
If you have some experience with the ‘Big 3’ lifts (barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift), and want to practice your form and technique for continued progress, this program is for you! You’ll continue to lose body fat, boost your metabolism, and get strong! The program will practice the big 3 lifts while incorporating the overhead press and rows for overall strength, mobility, and longevity. Access to our new InBody body composition scale will allow you to see how much progress you can make when you continue to incorporate strength training into your routine 2 days a week!
The Big 3: Men's Strength Training Program
Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 15th – May 22nd
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Center
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
This men’s beginner program is designed to maximize three of the biggest and most effective lifts in the gym—the barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift. See how lifting twice a week can increase your strength, reduce body fat, boost your metabolism, and improve your overall health. You’ll also have access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer to track your progress and see the impact of regular strength training. All abilities are welcome!
Pilates/Yoga Blend
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Heidi McCanlies
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Get Fit with Todd
February 4th – March 29th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
April 8th – May 31st
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $85
Guests: $100
June 17th – August 9th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Get motivated to get fit! Join a supportive, tight-knit group as we cheer each other on and build lasting healthy habits. Participants will meet twice a week for a 1-hour fitness class with an added 30 minutes of open gym time or specialized clinic on Saturday mornings. We’ll use our new InBody Body Composition Analysis scale to track our progress. At the end of the program, we’ll celebrate our hard work and award a grand prize winner!
Pick-up Basketball
Tuesdays 6-8pm & Saturdays 11am-1pm
Location: Gym
Free For Members
Guests: $8
No Fee For Members
Drop in, form teams, and enjoy a game of pick-up basketball! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some fun and friendly competition, these sessions are open to everyone.
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Pickleball
Wednesdays
7am – 11am
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
FREE INBODY ANALYSIS!
Wednesday, June 11th
7:00 – 11:00am
Drop in to get a free reading! For more information, including preparing for your test, contact jaustin@berkshiresouth.org.
Free for Everyone
Ready to elevate your health and fitness? Try our full-body composition analysis tool, the InBody, for FREE! This advanced bio-impedance scale provides a detailed breakdown of your body’s composition, including body fat percentage, muscle mass, water weight, and Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).
One of our certified personal trainers will interpret your results, identify imbalances, and offer recommendations to help build muscle in key areas.
Monthly Pickleball Clinic
Upcoming Clinics:
Wednesday, March 19th
Wednesday, April 16th
Wednesday, May 21st
Wednesday, June 18th
Wednesday, July 16th
Wednesday, August 20th
Pickleball Intro to Beginners: 8:30 – 9:30am
Pickleball Skills and Drills: 9:45 – 10:45am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $25
Guests: $35
Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines badminton, table tennis, and tennis elements. Led by Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), clinics will focus on stroke and shot improvement, technique, and match play. Clinics will be appropriate for all levels of fitness.
- Pickleball Intro to Beginners is for players new to the game or who have been playing for a short while, with a focus on fundamentals
- Pickleball Skills and Drills In this class, intermediate level players will focus on serving, return of serve, learning the dink shot and the drop shot
- Participants MUST bring their own paddles and balls.
- Registration required
Pickleball Private Lessons
Wednesdays
12:15 – 2:30pm
Members $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Strength Infused Cardio (S.I.C.)
Wednesdays 7:45-8:45am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Build strength, stamina, and endurance in this high-intensity, full body workout that uses weights to get you in your cardio zone. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness. This is a drop in class, no registration required!
Wednesday Walking Club
Every Wednesday from 9:00-9:30am
Led by: Jenn Austin
Location: Front Desk
Free for Everyone
The walking club meets in the lobby at 8:45 am. We will head out at 9:00 am for a 1-2 mile nature walk on the Old Route 7 Greenway, a flat paved trail that runs parallel to route 7. Please sign up for our Fitness Email List to be notified of any cancellations due to poor weather. No registration required.
Zumba with Faye
Wednesdays 9 – 10am
Wednesdays 10-11am
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This is a high-energy class that uses Latin and international music to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Every class feels like a party! Zumba routines feature a combo of fast and slow rhythms that make you feel joyful and alive. No dance experience is necessary.
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays 9 – 10am
Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
Instructor: Jeanne Teasdale
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This gentle yoga class is based on a Kripalu style of yoga. Kripalu is a type of Hatha yoga that begins with breathing exercises (pranayama) and stretches followed by an exploration of postures (asana) and ending with a final relaxation. Kripalu emphasizes self-acceptance and moving at your own pace and makes it great for both beginners and seasoned yogis alike.
Sign up for a month of
Group Training with Todd
Meet Every Wednesday during March, April, May, June, July or August from 10-11am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
Members: $100/Month
Guests: $125/Month
Stability Ball Basics
Wednesdays, July 9th – 23rd
3:00 – 4:00pm
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Members: $45
Guests: $65
The stability ball (also known as the Swiss ball) is an amazing tool to help with strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and posture. Work with Margee to learn effective ways to increase your fitness and get a great workout suited for your body. This program is geared towards beginners but welcomes advanced participants who want to learn new exercises and techniques.
Breast Health Qigong
Wednesdays, July 3 and July 10
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Free For Everyone
This free 2-week program is led by expert Qigong instructor, certified health coach, and mindset expert, Carole Murko. Using the traditional Chinese medicine practice of Qigong to improve breast health and support healing from breast cancer, Carole will guide you on how to move energy to focus attention on specific areas of the body in a healing and restorative manner. These practices are easy, fun, and regenerative!
Dragon’s Way Qigong
Wednesdays, July 17-August 28 Canceled
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Members: $175.00
Guests: $199.00
Materials Fee: $40.00
Qigong is a Chinese martial art that is designed to unblock the invisible energy pathways in our bodies. In this 7-week class, we will learn 10 powerful movements, discover how to eat for healing, and explore how lifestyle and plant medicines can be used to help create balance in your life. This course includes a weekly guidebook. We’ll end the class with a food demo and healing meal to celebrate our time together.
HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)
Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructors: Will Stanley
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Want an intense workout to get you in shape? Join Will for a series of exercises that will mix things up and burn some serious calories!
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Matter of Balance
Designed for ages 60+
Thursdays 2:00 – 4:00pm
September 12 – October 31
Instructors: Kathy Roy and Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
Please reach out to Jenn with any questions at: jaustin@berkshiresouth.org or by phone at 413-528-2810 Ext 35.
Free For Everyone
Join certified Matter of Balance instructors for an 8-week class to lessen your fear of falling. You’ll learn to view falls as controllable, discover small changes to reduce at-home falls, and engage in exercises to increase flexibility, strength, and balance. Activities include group discussions, problem-solving, skill-building, assertiveness training, videos, and exercise training. Registration is required. Course offered In conjunction with Elder Services of Berkshire County.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls Volunteer Lay Leader Model © 2006. This program is based on Fear of Falling: A Matter of Balance. Copyright © 1995 Trustees of Boston University. All rights reserved. Used and adapted by permission of Boston University.
The Big 3: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 14th – February 20th
4:00 – 5:00pm
OR
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 11th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Instructors: Will Stanley, CPT, and Jennifer Austin, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Calling all women! Want to learn proper form and technique for some of the best lifts to build strength, reduce body fat, boost metabolism, and improve overall health? Join our instructional program and witness the progress you can make in just six weeks. This course focuses on the three essential lifts—barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift—along with complementary exercises to round out your workout. Designed for beginners of all abilities, this program includes access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, so you can track your progress and see the impact of strength training just two days a week!
The Big 3 2.0: Strength Training Program for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 4th – April 10th
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8th – August 14th
2:30 – 3:30pm
Location: Fitness Room
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $120
Guests: $150
If you have some experience with the ‘Big 3’ lifts (barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift), and want to practice your form and technique for continued progress, this program is for you! You’ll continue to lose body fat, boost your metabolism, and get strong! The program will practice the big 3 lifts while incorporating the overhead press and rows for overall strength, mobility, and longevity. Access to our new InBody body composition scale will allow you to see how much progress you can make when you continue to incorporate strength training into your routine 2 days a week!
The Big 3: Men's Strength Training Program
Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 15th – May 22nd
4:00 – 5:00pm
Location: Fitness Center
Instructors: Jenn Austin, CPT and Will Stanley, CPT
Members: $90
Guests: $105
This men’s beginner program is designed to maximize three of the biggest and most effective lifts in the gym—the barbell back squat, bench press, and deadlift. See how lifting twice a week can increase your strength, reduce body fat, boost your metabolism, and improve your overall health. You’ll also have access to our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer to track your progress and see the impact of regular strength training. All abilities are welcome!
Sage Chair Yoga
Thursdays 4:30 – 5:30pm CANCELED
Instructor: Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This comprehensive chair yoga practice uses a combination of mindfulness techniques, stretching, strength and balance exercises, breathing, and fascial release therapy using small massage balls.
Boxing Bootcamp
Thursdays: 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Will Stanley
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Challenge yourself with this high intensity boxing boot camp class. Although you will be pushing your limits, this class is open to all abilities. Modifications available.
Flow Yoga
Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This comprehensive, moderate-level class builds core strength, flexibility, and balance while providing a nervous system reset through slow, intentional movements and held postures. Pose modifications are available.
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Private Movement Coaching
Instructor: Steven Leonard SPT, RYT
Members: minimum of 3 sessions at $200.00
Guests: minimum of 3 sessions at $225.00
If interested, please reach out to Jennifer Austin at jaustin@berkshiresouth.org
Steven Leonard, an expert movement coach, will work closely with you to gather valuable insights into your body’s mechanics. These private sessions offer a unique and tailored approach to fitness, encompassing a comprehensive functional movement assessment and a customized exercise plan designed exclusively for you. Sessions include detailed assessment of your current movement patterns, mobility, strength, and any areas of imbalance or limitation. Your movement coach will craft a personalized exercise plan tailored to your specific needs, goals, and preferences. This plan is not a one-size-fits-all approach but a carefully constructed roadmap to help you achieve optimal results.
Pickleball
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Morning Stretch and Release
Fridays 8:00 – 9:00am (Starting August 1st)
Instructor: Jeanne Teasdale
No Fee For Members
Begin the day with more flexibility and mobility by combining stretching with myofascial release. This class will use therapy balls, foam rollers, resistance bands, straps, and other tools to help reduce pain and tension and improve general fitness and function. Tools will be provided. Please bring your own exercise mat. This class is suitable for everyone.
Full Body Blast
Fridays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Gym
NEW Instructor starting in January 2024: Margee O’Meara
No Fee For Members
Start your Friday off right with a cardio class that will work you from head to toe. Mix up free weights, dynamic bodyweight movements, and cardio for a total fitness experience.
Zumba
Fridays 9-10AM
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
The Weigh to Lose
Tuesdays & Fridays, May 6th – June 13th
10:00 – 11:00am
Instructors: Margee O’Meara, CPT and Jennifer Austin, CPT, CNC
Location: Gym
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Are you ready to get in shape for summer? Join us for the right “weigh” to lose weight and keep it off. This program meets twice weekly to keep you on track and motivated. Like-minded individuals will support each other as they exercise, learn about nutrition, and implement techniques in daily life to successfully lose weight and keep it off. Together, we will attend scheduled group exercise classes tailored for weight loss, have regular weigh-ins with our new InBody Body Composition Analyzer, and receive private sessions with a certified nutrition coach.
Dynamic Suspension Training
Fridays, August 1st – 29th
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Members: $80
Guests: $100
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm
Perfect Your Posture
Saturday, November 9
8:30 – 9:30am
Instructor: Steven Leonard
Location: Auditorium
Members: $15
Guests: $25
Good posture will help you to move like never before! If you deal with stiffness, discomfort, or limited mobility, this class is for you. Board-certified physical therapist Steven Leonard will teach you the secrets to better posture, enhanced physical performance, and improved overall mental well-being.
Get Fit with Todd
February 4th – March 29th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
April 8th – May 31st
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $85
Guests: $100
June 17th – August 9th
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Saturdays 7:30 – 9:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $120
Guests: $150
Get motivated to get fit! Join a supportive, tight-knit group as we cheer each other on and build lasting healthy habits. Participants will meet twice a week for a 1-hour fitness class with an added 30 minutes of open gym time or specialized clinic on Saturday mornings. We’ll use our new InBody Body Composition Analysis scale to track our progress. At the end of the program, we’ll celebrate our hard work and award a grand prize winner!
Weekend Warrior
Saturdays 8-9am
Starting October 7, 2023
Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:00am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Kick start your weekend with a mix of strength, cardio, and balance exercises! This is a high intensity (energy) class suitable for all levels of fitness. Build your strength, endurance, and stability while getting the energy you need to enhance your weekend! This is a drop in class. No registration required!
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Pick-up Basketball
Saturdays, 11am-1pm & Tuesdays, 6-8pm
Location: Gym
Free For Members
Guests: $8
No Fee For Members
Drop in, form teams, and enjoy a game of pick-up basketball! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some fun and friendly competition, these sessions are open to everyone.
Pilates
Sundays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Don Fries
Location: Meeting Rooms
No Fee For Members
Cardio Kickboxing
Sundays 10 – 11am & Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructors: Cori Broderick (Sunday) & Kathy Roy (Wednesday)
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Pickleball Private Lessons
Weekends
Members: $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests: $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
To schedule a lesson, contact Jennifer Austin at (413) 528-2810 ext. 35 or email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Open Court Basketball Times
*Subject to change, due to special events and birthday parties
No Fee For Members
Monday: All day
Tuesday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-8pm
Wednesday: All day
Thursday: 6am-9:30am, 12:30pm-5:30pm, 7pm-8pm
Friday: 6am-8:30am, 10am-8pm
Saturday: 7am-8:30am, 10am-5pm
Sunday: 7am-10am, 11am-2pm
Pick up Basketball times:
Tuesdays: 6pm-8pm
Saturdays: 11am-1pm