Outdoor Evolution is proud to provide you with a range of top quality and affordable classes and courses. All of our classes are taken by carefully chosen and highly qualified instructors. The indoor classes take place in the Evolution space above the shop in Blessington where you will be treated to a view of the surrounding countryside during your class. Participants in classes taking place outdoors willl enjoy the majestic natural beauty and natural training ground of Blessington.
Classes taking place include Yoga, Pilates, Blessington Boot Camp, Womens Specific Fitness Classes, Teen Fit Classes and Navigation Courses. See below for more details.
To enroll on any of our classes phone 0861684755, drop into the shop or email info@outdoorevolution.ie
Outdoor Evolution Pilates
Strengthen your core and improve flexibilty with Pilates. Pilates takes place in the Evolution Space on the first floor of Outdoor Evolution. The Evolution space provides a calm and tranquil environment in which to practice Pilates. You will enjoy a view of the surrounding Wicklow hills and countryside during the class.
The Pliates classes are taught by qualified and experienced pilates instructor Jill. Pilates is an invigorating form of exercise for your mind and body that can improve your strength, flexibility and overall mobility. It helps restore your body to balance. As a result, your posture will change and you will move more efficiently. You'll achieve a strong core, develop longer, leaner muscles and improve your overall sense of well-being. And, if you are a sports enthusiast, Pilates can help improve your game.
Currently classes take place on:
- Thursday Evenings: 7.30pm - 8.30pm
The classes are aimed at beginner to intermediate standard.
Only 99 euros for an 8 week course
Next round of classes starts on Thursday 15th April @ 7.30pm
Womens Specific Fitness Class
Getting fit and healthy is about making small changes to your daily routine. The women's fintess class at Outdoor Evolution is a fun and friendly way to take your first steps towards a healthier lifestyle.
The course covers all areas of fitness including:
- Cardiovascular/Fitness Training
- Strength and Weight Training
- Flexibility and Conditioning Training
- Nutrition Advice
- Psychology and Lifestyle Coaching
- Relaxation Techniques
The classes are suitable for all fitness levels
Only 120 euros for an 8 week course
Next round of classes starts on Thursday 15th April @ 7pm
Outdoor Evolution Yoga
Yoga takes place in the Evolution Space on the first floor of Outdoor Evolution. The Evolution space provides a calm and tranquil environment in which to practice Yoga. You will enjoy a view of the surrounding Wicklow hills and countryside during the class.
The Yoga classes are taught by experienced yoga teacher Nuala Keegan. Nuala combines different styles of Yoga within each class. The classes are designed to improve strength and flexibility. Relaxation techniques are also incorporated into each class. Benefits of the class can include increased resistance to injury, reduction in twinges, improvement in joint health and a heightened sense of well being and all round health.
Currently classes take place on:
- Tuesday Evenings: 6.45pm - 8.15pm
- Tuesday Mornings: 9.30am - 11am
- Wednesday Evenings: 7.30 pm - 9pm
The classes are aimed at beginner to intermediate standard.
75 euros for 6 classes or 14 euros pay as you go.
Check out yoga teacher Nuala's website at www.westwicklowyoga.ie
You are welcome to join the classes at any stage as long as you give us advance notice that you will be attending.
Blessington Boot Camp
Be prepared to be put through your paces at the Blessington Boot Camp. Army style circuit training, some of which will involve hill work, will put manners on you! The majoirty of the classes take place outdoors regardless of the weather. The Sergeant Major doesnt want to hear your excuses but he can gurantee results. You will loose weight, improve your fitness level and tone up in no time.
Was that a whimper I heard...drop and give me 20 sit ups.......
Classes take place on:
- Monday Evenings: 7pm - 8.30pm
120 euros for 8 classes
Navigation Courses
Get ready for the hills with a hands on navigation course and training day run by some of Ireland's most active navigators. The course will involve a brief classroom session in the morning followed by 6 hours of practical navigation and training on the hills around Blessington. Topics to be covered include:
- Route Choice - Clever tips on how to find the fastest way around a course
- Feature Recognition
- Contours
- Relief and Slope
- Compass Bearings
- Estimating Distances
- Symbols
- Pacing
- Decision Making - when not to go for a control
- Saturdays. Next 3 courses Sat 17th April, Sat 8th May and Sat 12th June 2010
So if you've always wanted to learn to navigate or are looking to improve your existing skills then this is the course for you. Its also a chance to get in a bit of training with a good day out on the hills!! Take control of your own journey and learn to navigate well.
Classes take place on:
Cost 35 euros for the whole day
