CARDIO KICKBOXING
Cardio kickboxing classes are a 45 minute, high-intensity workout using standing heavy bags. Quest Cardio utilizes scientific principles of exercise physiology to provide maximum benefits in the shortest time. Quest Cardio offers a high-spirited and energetic workout using basic self-defense techniques. The class emphasizes the natural whole-body movement method associated with several martial arts, including To-Shin Do. Benefits of Quest Cardio Classes Cardio-vascular endurance Variety and excitement from the combination of calisthenics, shadow-boxing, and heavy bag training Moderate impact exercise to increase bone density in both the upper and lower body Practice with the tools of unarmed self-defense Resistance exercises associated with improved bone density A fun and energetic atmosphere
Additional Benefits For Students of To-Shin Do
Experience delivering strikes with realistic power and speed Better simulation of force experienced during a realistic strike on a heavy, movement-resistant object Additional self-directed practice with the fundamental balance, breathing, posture, and striking techniques of To-Shin Do
Quest Cardio is offered by itself or as part of a Boulder Quest Center package. To begin your journey to improved physical health and wellness, wear comfortable clothing and socks (or non-marking shoes). You may also wish to wear hand-wraps or bag gloves (available in our retail store). The class is offered 5x per week. You can accomplish your goal! 
YOGA & PIYOYoga classes are a one-hour basic class covering fundamental poses, stretching, and breathing techniques of Yoga. PiYo is a combination of Pilates core emphasis and yoga postures, adding to core strength and flexibility, moving through basic Pilates mat exercises and basic Yoga poses. Both classes emphasize movement from the body’s center, using breath to aid flexibility and sustained strength for muscle tone. Benefits of Quest Yoga/PiYo Classes
- Strength and flexibility training in one
- Gentle sustained exercise to increase core strength and muscle tone with stretching and balancing positions
- Practice relaxing into poses with breath work
- Concentration on abdominals, strengthening and flattening the belly
- Centering and lengthening the spine to feel energized the whole day
Additional Benefits For Students of To-Shin Do and Meditation
- Develop sustained strength, flexibility and balance using breath to further stable and effective kamae
- Experience the physical aspect of meditation in poses
- Additional self-directed practice with the fundamental balance, breathing, posture, and elemental energies of To-Shin Do
Quest Yoga and PiYo are offered by themselves or as part of a Boulder Quest Center package. (Punch cards now available). Wear comfortable, fitted clothing and bare feet. A yoga mat is optional. You can accomplish your goal! 
BELLYDANCINGBenefits of BellydancingDevelopment of detailed muscular awareness and control Sense of the power and beauty of one's own body Enhanced sense of timing and flow in movement Development of a performance skill to share with friends A fun , expressive, multi-cultural atmosphere
Additional Benefits For Students of To-Shin Do
Core muscle isolation for relaxed, powerful martial arts techniques Improved body image and confidence allowing for more presence and poise Additional practice with improvisational movement and contextual expression
Quest Bellydancing is offered by itself or as part of a Boulder Quest Center package. To try out your first class, wear any fitted top, pants or skirt that allow a full range of movement and socks (or non-marking shoes). Unleash your inner beauty! Tribal Techniques Level 1
This class covers the fundamentals of tribal style steps, foot and arm placement, posture, simple zil patterns and the mechanics of each movement. Although this class is suitable for the new student, it is also beneficial for the more advanced student to review, refine and "polish" their ATS movement technique. Movements are repeated every 20 weeks or so. There is no official start or stop to the sessions. You may begin taking this class at any point during our curriculum as each week we break down the movements from the ground up. Prerequisite: there is no prerequisite to start taking Tribal Techniques.
Dress for class: Any fitted top and pants or skirt that provides full range of movement. Hip scarves, jeweled or tassel belts are optional. Please wear socks or dance shoes. You will eventually need a pair of zils (finger cymbals). Tribal Techniques Level 2
Building on steps covered in Tribal Techniques, Level 1, emphasis for this class will be on gaining leading and following skills for improvisational group dancing thru development of cues, transitions and fundamental formations. Prerequisite: One full session (20 weeks) of Level 1 before attending this class.
Dress for class: A choli top is preferred along with any pants or skirt that provides full range of movement. Hip scarves, jeweled or tassel belts are optional. Please wear socks or dance shoes. You will need your own zils. View class times
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