Fitness Workshops -

Not sure how to enhance your workouts? Has your body hit a plateau? Learn new exercises to maximize your time in the gym with these interactive workshops taught by our certified personal trainers. Each workshop will teach you how to correctly work out one body area and give you various exercises to add to your fitness “toolbelt.” Add some variety to your fitness routine! Each class requires a minimum of 4 participants. (All classes require prior registration to participate.)

Step it Up

This class will utilize STEP REEBOK’S dynamic cardio workout, which makes this a great class for both men and women and for the beginning to advanced exerciser. This class is taught by our very own fitness guru, Julie Hirsh.

La Quinta Trekkers Club

As a Desert Recreation District member you can sign up for this FREE walking club and take advantage of the benefits of exercising outdoors in the beautiful La Quinta Cove. TREKKERS’ schedules vary based on the time of year. Please contact the La Quinta Community Fitness Center for the current schedule at 760-564-9921.

Golden Parachutes (formerly Silversneakers)

Hey, Seniors! This free fitness class is designed especially for you. Have fun moving to music while doing a variety of simple exercises. We focus on increasing muscular strength and helping your range of movement and activity. Feel free to go at your own pace, or sit in a chair for support – it’s up to you!

Salsaerobics

Aerobics with a Latin kick! This is the ideal class to have fun while getting in shape. It combines aerobics, dance and exercise all to a salsa beat! The work-out benefits include flexibility, conditioning, and shaping-up! Uno-dos-tres...it’s a fun work-out!

Zumba

Everyone, every shape, and every age loves Zumba! It’s the Latin fitness dance craze sweeping the nation. Zumba is a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system with upbeat, international music and dance steps. The instructor gives you non-verbal cues telling you what to do. That way, you can listen to the music and feel the beat. It’s a great way to exercise and have fun. No matter your fitness level, you’ll love Zumba! A $5 Daily Drop-In Fee Is Available for All Classes. Please bring a bottle of water and a towel.

Zumba – 2 Days

Zumba – 3 Days a Week

Zumba for Kids

Are you a kid who loves to dance? Come join us for Zumba For Kids, a fun energizing and cool way for you to keep fit and healthy. A $5 Daily Drop-In Fee Is Available. Please bring a bottle of water and a towel.

Zumba Gold

Zumba Gold is the perfect fit for active, older adults. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun!

HEALTH & FITNESS

Come join our Palm Desert, Indio and brand new La Quinta Fitness Centers. At DRD, we have created a friendly, supportive, and energetic environment for  ness enthusiasts of all ages. Choose from the many programs and classes to help you get fit and stay healthy. Step it up at Balanced Training Boot Camp. New this year are Golf Strength and Conditioning, Hip to be Fit Mama for new moms, and Cycling 201. Register Online for Health & Fitness Programs.

Balanced Training Boot Camp

Go beyond traditional gym workouts with our 4-week outdoor fitness experience where fitness isn't simply about transforming your physical body, it's about the transformation of your lifestyle.

Register online at: www.btbc.tv or call Cathy Serif at 760-219-5245 or email her fitness@dc.rr.com.

Personal Training

Personal Training is for everyone! Whether you need to learn how to use exercise equipment or spice up your daily exercise routine, personal training will benefit you. Personal trainers are a great resource for rehabilitation from injury or surgery. Trainers can help athletes gain greater strength in specific areas unique to the sport. All our trainers are certified by accredited organizations. Our personal trainers will help you reach your health and fitness goals, no matter what they may be.

	Bill Miller Certified IFTA Personal trainer Bill specializes in individuals with limitations and recovery. As a retired EMT/Firefighter, Bill designs programs to meet individual needs using a combination of resistance training, cardio and stretches.
	Julie Hirsh Certified ACE and ACSM Group & Personal Trainer Julie has 22 years of experience in the fitness industry ranging from group exercise, personal training, sports conditioning and post-rehabilitation.

Small Group Training  

Join our Certified Personal Trainers for an intense workout designed to assist you in meeting your fitness goals. This 6 week session meets 3 times a week and is a great way to have affordable training, get results and meet new people. The trainer customizes a workout program designed to fit the group’s needs. You can sign up as an individual or get your family and friends to create your own small group. Each session must have a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 participants.

Body Composition Analysis 

Body composition analysis is an important diagnostic tool that is part of a balanced health assessment. These measurements are extremely valuable health information and are used for chronic disease risk assessment, individualization of exercise prescription and evaluation of the efficacy of intervention. The Body Composition Analysis is a comprehensive service that will measure: (Body Mass Index) BMI, Percent Body Fat (Fat Mass), Lean Body Percent (Fat Free Mass), Basal Metabolic Rate, Total Body Water (Hydration Level).

Basic Service: A 15 minute session that includes a printout of your body composition analysis and scale measurements.

Intermediate Service: A 30 minute session that includes the analysis plus a 15 minute consultation with a personal trainer.

Advanced Service: A 45 minute session that includes the analysis, plus a 30 minute consultation with a personal trainer.

Indio Community Center
La Quinta Community Center
Palm Desert Community Center

Fitness Centers

Desert Recreation District is not your typical gym. We like to think of ourselves and members as an extended family. At Desert Recreation District we have created a friendly, energetic and supportive environment for fitness enthusiasts of all ages.

Our team members take pride in establishing personal connections with each and every member. Each member is greeted with a cheerful smile and hello. In fact, our members often remark that their interaction with the team members and other gym members is what makes their day.

Desert Recreation District offers the most current in fitness equipment from Lifefitness and TechnoGym, complete with state-of-the-art cardio. Additionally, we have a fully certified personal training staff available for that extra one-on-one workout. Our gym is much more than machines. Located in the Palm Desert, La Quinta and the Indio community centers, we offer a multitude of additional fitness classes for your enjoyment. We also offer enrichment classes such as ballroom dancing, guitar and drawing. Stop by today and experience the difference.

Tabata Extreme

Tabata Extreme is high intensity interval training that pushes both the aerobic and anaerobic thresholds. Maximize your workout in this group exercise class that will push you to the limit. The Tabata protocol produces remarkable results with bragging rights of burning more calories than traditional group exercise classes. A Tabata workout is an interval training cycle of 20 seconds maximum intensity exercise, followed by 10 seconds of rest, repeated without pause 8 times for a total of four minutes, repeated 10 times. Class is designed for intermediate to advanced exercisers.