Zumba classes coming to Conrad
Cassie DeVries is beginning a Zumba fitness class in Conrad starting Sept. 28. DeVries is so sure you will enjoy it that she is offering the first week for free.
Classes will be held at the Pondera Golf Club on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 7 p.m.
For those of you that have no idea what Zumba is, here is a brief description.
Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. This class format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-building benefits.
Zumba integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning.
The cardio-based dance movements are easy-to-follow steps that target areas such as gluteals, legs, arms, core, abdominals, and most importantly, the heart.
Dancers and non-dancers alike immediately and easily master Zumba class, because you do not have to know how to dance to succeed at Zumba.
Zumba creates a party-like atmosphere that provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers, new exercisers, or those who have previously hesitated to participate in group exercises.
To sign up for the class or if you have any further questions call DeVries at (406) 271-9116.
So get off your butts, try something new and let the party begin. You can’t beat the first week’s price.
Classes will be held at the Pondera Golf Club on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 7 p.m.
For those of you that have no idea what Zumba is, here is a brief description.
Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. This class format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-building benefits.
Zumba integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning.
The cardio-based dance movements are easy-to-follow steps that target areas such as gluteals, legs, arms, core, abdominals, and most importantly, the heart.
Dancers and non-dancers alike immediately and easily master Zumba class, because you do not have to know how to dance to succeed at Zumba.
Zumba creates a party-like atmosphere that provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers, new exercisers, or those who have previously hesitated to participate in group exercises.
To sign up for the class or if you have any further questions call DeVries at (406) 271-9116.
So get off your butts, try something new and let the party begin. You can’t beat the first week’s price.
Cowboys stick a fork in the Vikings
By Adam Jerome, I-O Reporter
The Conrad Cowboys hosted the BigFork Vikings in the home opener, non-conference game last Friday. Conrad wasted no time in taking control of the game and cruised to a 44-28 victory.
Head Coach Joe Moerkerke commented on the win, “Obviously any time we get a victory I’m pretty happy. We wanted to improve our offensive line and I think that’s evident by our rushing yards. One thing we need to fix is our PAT attempts. In close games those are something that could come back to haunt us.”
The Cowboys victory brings the team to a 1-1 record heading into a conference matchup with Cut Bank this Friday.
For the game the Cowboys moved the ball for 434 total yards on offense, with 304 on the ground and 130 through the air.
Senior standout quarterback Josiah Moerkerke attributed for most of the offense as he rushed for 86 yards and three touchdowns while passing for 130 with one touchdown.
Brandon Philipps led the team in rushing with 89 yards and two touchdowns.
Joe Ries scored a rushing touchdown and Colter Knox caught touchdown.
The defense played a solid game, giving up 260 yards, mostly in the second half. The Vikings didn’t get a first down until 20 seconds were left in the first quarter and their first points came on a touchdown with 10 minutes left in the third quarter.
Ries intercepted two passes and Philipps picked off another one.
Chase Cork recorded a sack for his second of the season.
Sam Larson led the team in tackles with eight, followed by Knox with seven, and Brett Bishop with six.
On the special teams side of the ball, Nate Gage made his presence known with three returns over 60 yards as the Cowboys regularly began their drives in enemy territory. The one trouble spot for the Cowboys was on extra points as they only converted 2 of 7 for the game.
At the beginning of the game the Cowboys chose to receive and Gage returned the ball back to the Viking 25. After a big fourth down conversion Ries ran the ball in from the three yard line to take the quick 6-0 lead. The PAT was no good.
After consecutive three and outs by both teams, BigFork punted and Gage once again turned in a big return down to the Viking 10.
J. Moerkerke proceeded to run the ball in from the 10, but the touchdown was negated on a holding penalty. No matter though, as Moerkerke wouldn’t be denied as he ran the ball in from the 18 for his first touchdown of the game. Once again the PAT failed and the Cowboys led 12-0.
TEAM INTRO Number 62, Dallas VanLuchene, a 215 pound sophomore lineman for the Cowboys is introduced just before the start of the Conrad-Bigfork contest on Friday. I-O Photo by Buck Traxler
Head Coach Joe Moerkerke commented on the win, “Obviously any time we get a victory I’m pretty happy. We wanted to improve our offensive line and I think that’s evident by our rushing yards. One thing we need to fix is our PAT attempts. In close games those are something that could come back to haunt us.”
The Cowboys victory brings the team to a 1-1 record heading into a conference matchup with Cut Bank this Friday.
For the game the Cowboys moved the ball for 434 total yards on offense, with 304 on the ground and 130 through the air.
Senior standout quarterback Josiah Moerkerke attributed for most of the offense as he rushed for 86 yards and three touchdowns while passing for 130 with one touchdown.
Brandon Philipps led the team in rushing with 89 yards and two touchdowns.
Joe Ries scored a rushing touchdown and Colter Knox caught touchdown.
The defense played a solid game, giving up 260 yards, mostly in the second half. The Vikings didn’t get a first down until 20 seconds were left in the first quarter and their first points came on a touchdown with 10 minutes left in the third quarter.
Ries intercepted two passes and Philipps picked off another one.
Chase Cork recorded a sack for his second of the season.
Sam Larson led the team in tackles with eight, followed by Knox with seven, and Brett Bishop with six.
On the special teams side of the ball, Nate Gage made his presence known with three returns over 60 yards as the Cowboys regularly began their drives in enemy territory. The one trouble spot for the Cowboys was on extra points as they only converted 2 of 7 for the game.
At the beginning of the game the Cowboys chose to receive and Gage returned the ball back to the Viking 25. After a big fourth down conversion Ries ran the ball in from the three yard line to take the quick 6-0 lead. The PAT was no good.
After consecutive three and outs by both teams, BigFork punted and Gage once again turned in a big return down to the Viking 10.
J. Moerkerke proceeded to run the ball in from the 10, but the touchdown was negated on a holding penalty. No matter though, as Moerkerke wouldn’t be denied as he ran the ball in from the 18 for his first touchdown of the game. Once again the PAT failed and the Cowboys led 12-0.
Dreamscapes to debut at Orpheum
LABOR DAY BEAUTY This is one of the many beautiful scenes hidden to those of us that have never had the opportunity to visit the Two Medicine Badger Creek Cabin area just east of East Glacier. This waterfall is about 20 miles in from the Summit campground. As they are attempting to close the Two Medicine-Badger Cabin area down to all motorized travel, there are many people that will never get the opportunity to view the beauty of that area. This waterfall has been captured so that we may share a small bit of Gods country with all of you. I-O Photo by Barb Endler
The Pondera Arts Council is opening their 2009-2010 concert season at the Orpheum Theatre-Wiegand Auditorium with a one-of-a-kind concert entitled “Dreamscapes”—a solo piano concert/visual art exhibit.
Scott Kirby and David Thomas Roberts, two of America’s leading, outstanding American contemporary composers, have teamed up to present their original piano compositions. And to compliment this duo’s amazing music, their beautiful, original drawings, paintings and prints will be displayed and available for sale.
Kirby resides in Idaho and was the very first performer in the newly refurbished Orpheum theatre. Since that time, he has written more music and developed his artistic talent. He continues to delight his audiences and those who appreciate imaginative artworks.
Roberts has performed widely in the United States and Europe and calls California home. His highly sought-after paintings are a menagerie of color and abstract subjects that intertwine to tell a story.
At 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 24, the Orpheum Theatre will open its doors for art lovers to mingle and enjoy Kirby’s and Robert’s art collection. The concert will follow at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. Children five and under will be admitted for free.
Mark your calendars now and don’t miss this incredible deal—two artists/performers for the price of one! For more information, contact Kit Finlayson at 271-3331.