Ground Level

Get GROUND LEVEL in this unique interval class that focuses on bodyweight strength and core training. Utilizing ground level drills and standing rest periods known as “LEVEL UP BREAKS,” this one-of-a-kind workout will leave you strong and steady. Mix strength drills inspired by animal movement patterns with crushing core exercises to define, shape and sculpt your body in only 30 minutes. This unique workout features rounds of work, each one with a different focus, designed to push your limits and challenge both your mind and body. 

Why Try Ground Level?  

Just bring your body and we’ll get you elevated, improving your mobility, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular endurance. This fast-paced class is full of innovative movement patterns with options for everybody. 

What Is Ground Level Like? 

Ground Level is a movement-based class emphasizing core, but WHOA, this is a whirlwind! Ground Level consists of Tabata-based drills that alternate between core and animal movement, then reset with a quick stretch for a complete and total body workout from the ground up! 

Who Are Ground Level Classes Best For? 

Ground Level is a class for all gymgoers who want to sculpt their body using only bodyweight! These 20-second drills are easy to follow and customize! 

Is Ground Level a Good Workout? 

Bodyweight training has never been more effective than in this fast-paced class focusing on innovative strength, mobility, core, and flexibility exercises.  

• Functional Agility Training. Quick transitions between core and bodyweight strength and mobility exercises provide real-world functionality within a structured exercise environment.  

• Mobility and Flexibility. Often overlooked components in traditional fitness classes, Ground Level emphasizes mobility in the animal flow-based and core exercises and flexibility in the standing Level Up stretching exercises. 

•  Core Strength. The emphasis on core strength and stability balance and offsets the load on joints and muscles in the body, reducing fatigue and increasing endurance. 

• Cardiovascular Endurance. The cardiovascular demands of each 3:15 Ground Level round creates stronger heart muscles, lowers heart rate and blood pressure, activates the immune system, and boosts your mood. 

How Difficult is Ground Level? 

5/10 All fitness levels feel empowered as their fitness limits are challenged. Ground Level is a drill-based format using only bodyweight. Options are plentiful as there are four 20-second rounds for each of the exercises.  

How Long Is Ground Level? 

Ground Level consists of 30 minutes of animal-movement based drills, core crusher exercises and standing stretch breaks.  

What Should I Wear to Ground Level? 

Wear Appropriate Clothing. Typically, people wear fitted clothing that will stay put, even in Downward-Facing Dog.  

Leave Your Shoes Off. Not only does being barefoot help with your stability, but your overall balance and foot strength will improve because of direct contact with the ground. 

What Do I Need to Bring? 

Plan to bring your own yoga mat. Yoga mats are thin sticky mats that allow you to protect your joints during Ground Level. Show up with your smile, ready for ACTION. 

What Types of Mind-Body-Mobility Classes Are Available? 

Yoga Body Sculpt.

A strength-building Vinyasa flow class that focuses on sculpting your buns and thighs while flattening your belly and strengthening your core.

Hatha Flow.

Yoga integrates posture, breathing exercises, relaxation, and meditation to harmonize you on every level: body, mind, and spirit. A delicious, mindful, and moving class. All levels welcome.

OMHIIT.

Yin meets Yang in this yoga class serving a distinct mix of OM and HIIT. Flowing yoga sequences designed to promote strength, length and flexibility are interlaced with high intensity interval segments to deliver a singular mind-body experience. Become a powerhouse on the mat! 

Ultimate R&R.

We all need more self-care, more recovery, more rest to continue to be our best. Ultimate R&R provides the break your mind and body need. Take the foot off the accelerator and pump the brakes, focusing on a slower, gentler yoga flow followed by longer-held restorative poses supported by blocks, for the ultimate in rest and recovery.

Mana Flow.

Supercharge your spirit in this ultimate mind/body experience.  Mana Flow is an out-of-this world 30-minute yoga practice that focuses on the supernatural force found in everyone! Dedicated mandala flow segments alternated with superpower Mana segments utilizing Knux will leave you long, lean and lit! 

True North Mandala Flow.

Travel your mat and find your true north in this centering, creative 60-minute vinyasa flow. At each directional point, explore strength, balance, core, and breath for a fully rounded discovery of the self and a sense of balance for both mind and body.   

Loaded Yoga.

Take your yoga practice to the next level in this unique class that combines flexibility and strength. This unique class links the mind and body in a totally different way delivering a challenge to remember. Start by introducing a sequence of poses “UNLOADED” with no weights and then take it to the next level as you “LOAD” the same sequence for a challenge that demands control from both the mind and body. 

Hot Yoga: FOUNDATION.

Discover your body from the inside out in this welcoming, accessible yoga fundamentals practice. Not flexible? Perfect! That just means you’ll experience the benefits that much more quickly! Learn how to explore your edge using your breath to increase strength, balance, focus, and recovery. Held in a gently heated room, this class focuses on powerful standing and balancing postures, then grounded, seated, and reclining postures that challenge you from head to toe and leave you feeling relaxed and empowered.  

Hot Yoga: FLOW.

Designed to keep you moving through thoughtfully sequenced patterns, this heated Vinyasa flow class will take your yoga experience to the next level. Taught in blocks, Flow alternates a slow sequence of yoga postures with the same pattern at an increased pace to provide a unique mind-body experience. Beautiful movements along with music that enhances the class experience will leave your mind in flight as your body flows through this unique yoga practice.   

Hot Yoga: FIERCE.

Take your yoga practice to the next level in this unique class that combines athletic movement, power yoga and balance challenges. This unique class links the mind and body in a totally different way, delivering a challenge to remember. Start seated on the mat and then transition to a vigorous standing flow. Special “fire it up” challenges inserted throughout the workout are designed to challenge both your mind and body. This one-of-a-kind yoga class will leave you with a fierce attitude and a fit body.  

Joint Ventures.

Improve mobility and flexibility by increasing your range of motion in Joint Ventures! Untwist your upper body, loosen your lower half, then find your flow incorporating the entire body in this innovative spin on mobility. Work up a sweat while improving stamina, strength, flexibility, and balance, all in one 30-minute feel-good session. 

Fat-Burning Pilates.

Energizing and empowering, this barefoot class is designed to burn calories, and shape and tone your entire body. This is a fusion workout of ballet, rhythmic movement, and Pilates. Fat-Burning Pilates incorporates the foundations of the six Pilates principles: Breath, Centering, Concentration, Control, Precision, and Flow. Participants tap into an intentional, mind-body approach to movement, guaranteeing maximum results. 

Find a Ground Level Class at a Crunch Near You  

Can’t wait to take your everyday fitness routine to the next level? Ground Level is the right class for you! Search here to find the class at a location near you!

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