From group exercise classes to personal training and alternative therapies, The Becoming Center’s team of professionals is ready to help you achieve your health and fitness goals based on your needs and interests.
Our Programs
Pool Classes
In addition to water aerobics classes offered multiple times per day, there are other great classes like Water Tai Chi and classes specifically designed for members with Arthritis offered each week in our heated pool.
Arthritis Basics
Beginner Level class with no *White Water*- Students will go through a series of movements to help with pain from arthritis. Range of motion, flexibility and muscle strengthening exercises will be performed as well as memory and cognitive thinking exercises
H2O Aerobics
A moderate to high intensity aquatic aerobics class ending with arthritis range of motion exercises as a cool down.
H2O Tai Chi
Ai Chi uses gentle slow movements in progression and mental focus on flowing movement of the body and balance. Body posture, movements of Life energy, balance and meditation. It is a combination of Gigong, Tai Chi and balance for healthful living.
Land Classes
From Strength and Cardio classes to Yoga and Pilates, we have classes to meet our members’ interests and needs.
Strength Circuit
Components of strength and conditioning are used in a fun group setting to strengthen your upper body, lower body, core, increase flexibility, and improve cardiovascular health.
TaijiFit
Combines the best elements of fitness, meditation, and the ancient art of Taiji (Tai Chi). This workout connects the Mind and Body in what is called FLOW. It is Movement Meditation. It helps improve balance, mobility, endurance, flexibility, breathing and coordination in a gentle way.
Movement is Medicine
A thoughtfully designed class that builds strength, improves cardiovascular health, and enhances balance and mobility to support everyday life. Each session blends functional movement and corrective exercise, with weekly programming adjusted to meet the needs, goals, and feedback of participants-so everyone can move better, feel stronger, and stay confident.
80's Aerobics
Remember when exercise was fun? It can be again. Experience this moderate level traditional, ’80s style aerobics class. The easy-to-follow routine is choreographed to a fabulous eclectic mix of music. This one-of-a-kind class is fun and energizing in a supportive and inclusive environment. The philosophy of this class is to encourage exercisers to work at their own pace and within their own challenges.
Stretch Lab
Stretch Lab is a welcoming 30-minute class focused on improving flexibility, mobility, and overall movement. Each session will feature simple, effective stretches and movements that can be modified to best suit the needs and abilities of those participating.
Personal Training
At The Becoming Center, we offer personal training from expert professionals. We are proud to provide our members with personalized health and fitness plans provided by our degreed Exercise Physiologists.
By focusing on your health and exercise history, we’ll develop a personalized program, and lead you through it safely, to help you achieve your goals.
Our Exercise Physiologists are educated and experienced in working with individuals with a wide range of physical and medical considerations and limitations. We help people with various goals, including:
- Strength
- Weight Loss
- Flexibility
- Balance
- Cardiovascular Health
- Post-Rehabilitation
- More!
To learn more about Personal Training, please contact Anthony at 215-643-9908 or [email protected].
Rock Steady Boxing
The Becoming Center is excited to offer Rock Steady Boxing, which is a unique exercise program, based on training used by boxing pros, and adapted to people with Parkinson’s disease. The program involves regular exercises, such as stretching, bicycling, running, push-ups, balancing, and lots of non-contact boxing, led by Rock Steady certified coaches.
- Rock Steady boxing classes are currently offered 3 days a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 1PM (Level 1) and 3PM (Level 2).
- Rock Steady boxing membership at The BC: $120/month.
To learn more about Rock Steady boxing, please visit their website: rocksteadyboxing.org.
To learn more about Rock Steady boxing classes at The BC or to schedule your initial assessment, please contact Anthony at 215-643-9908 or [email protected].
Additional Services
The Becoming Center is proud to provide members and our community with additional services to help achieve their health and wellness goals.
Abington Jefferson Health – Rehabilitation Services at Artman
Abington Jefferson Health – Rehabilitation Services at Artman
Physical Therapy (Land and Aquatic Therapy)
215-481-2160
Hana Gebre-Mariam – Massage Therapist & Exercise Physiologist
Hana Gebre-Mariam – Massage Therapist & Exercise Physiologist
Massage & Personal Training
267-467-5761
[email protected]
hanagmassage.com
Natalie James, LMT, BCTMB
Natalie James, LMT, BCTMB
Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Modalities including Swedish Massage, Hot-Stone Massage, Shiatsu, Reiki, and Trager
215-855-5502
[email protected]
integrativebodyconcepts.com
Liz Quinlisk PT, RYT
Liz Quinlisk PT, RYT
Therapeutic Yoga, Chair Yoga, Gentle Yoga – Group & Private Instruction
215-262-0351
[email protected]
lizquinlisk.com