Each of us has different needs when it comes to exercise — one size does not fit all. From health clubs, to smaller studios and community classes, even personal training, there is something for everyone and every need. Taking care of our body should be a high priority in life. Welcome to the Body Grace Fitness & Yoga website. Jan Crerie started Body Grace in 2001, in cooperation with Vienna Presbyterian Church. The classes offer a unique opportunity for people who are looking for an alternative to a large gym workout. Jan's mission is to bring safe, effective, high quality group fitness to the community. She uses the latest research in health and fitness in positive, creative ways.
Body Grace offers an eclectic mix of class styles. Childcare is available for some of the morning classes with advance reservations. The cardio classes alternate between mixed impact aerobics to fun circuit classes appropriate for all fitness levels. The Friday morning muscle conditioning class works all the major muscle groups in the body in a fun, 45-minute format. Learn how to use little to no equipment to develop a strong, healthy and functional body. For those looking for a more mind-body approach to their fitness regimen, Jan offers several levels of yoga and a Pilates class taught by a certified Pilates instructor.
The cardio classes begin with an instructor-led prayer and share circle as a way to foster fellowship and support. The yoga classes offer the opportunity to reconnect the mind and body on a more personal level by ending with relaxation and meditation. All classes help to strengthen body, mind and spirit to create healthier individuals and, in turn, a stronger community.
Jan Crerie has been a fitness professional since 1990. She taught for the YMCA for ten years and left in 2000 to start Body Grace Fitness. She also enjoys working with youth and has taught various yoga and movement workshops for church youth conferences, drama classes at both the high school and college level and at the CAPPIES Summer Drama camp. Her certifications include: American Council On Exercise (ACE) as both a group and personal trainer; the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a group fitness trainer; YogaFit® Trained Instructor; R.Y.T.® through Yoga Alliance®; Healthy Moms® Perinatal Instructor; American Institute of Fitness Educators (AIFE) Older Adult Fitness Instructor.
Please feel free to contact Jan with any questions; she would love to hear from you.
