Fitness Classes

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Yoga Flow

Each month begins by exploring the alignment of poses, breath work, and meditation. Class begins with warm-up poses that allow you to stretch deeper and ends with cool-down poses to release muscles, allowing a deep relaxation. Each class adds poses, creating a fun flow, synchronizing with
each breath. The last class of each month will feature a Yin Yoga session. No experience necessary, class is designed to provide options for all levels. No class Nov. 26 and Nov. 28.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Dates: Aug. 1-27, Sep. 3-26, Oct. 1-24
Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class)
Dates: Nov. 5-Dec. 19
Fees: $68 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Lynne Clem

Restorative Yoga + Meditation

Ease into a relaxed state with this 45-minute restorative and meditation practice. You will be guided through breath work and stretching to relieve tightness in the body, followed by holding a meditative state while sitting on mats and lying in postures for several minutes. Props are encouraged to help the body release. This practice is for beginners as well as seasoned
practitioners. Please join us for a class that will allow you to de-stress, unwind, let go of daily distractions, and be more at peace when you leave.

Day/Time: Fri., 9:00-9:45 a.m.
Dates: Sep. 6-27, Oct. 4-25, Nov. 1-22, Dec. 6-27
Fees: $45 (Drop-in $15/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Lena DeGonia

Active Aging Fun & Fitness

Have fun and move to the music through various exercises designed to increase muscular strength, balance, range of motion, and spine mobility; all essentials to living an active, healthier lifestyle. We’ll work your heart with some gentle cardio, plus your facial muscles too, as we share a few laughs during class! Everyone will have a chair for standing and seated support. This class is for all fitness levels. Please bring a set of two or three pound hand weights, and wear comfortable clothes that allow for ease of movement and supportive athletic shoes.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 10:00-10:50 a.m.
Dates: Sep. 3-26
Fees: $56 (Drop-in $10/class)
Dates: Oct. 1-31
Fees: $70 (Drop-in $10/class)
Dates: Nov. 5-26
Fees: $49 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Wendy Compagnone

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga practiced in a chair. The class begins seated and moves to standing with or without using a chair for balance. Participants may choose to stay seated the entire time. Chair Yoga helps increase strength, flexibility, balance, and mind-body awareness. Research
shows benefits may include lower levels of stress, anxiety, depression, blood pressure, cholesterol, and pain.

Day/Time: Fri., 10:00-10:50 a.m.
Dates: Aug. 2-23, Sep. 6-27, Oct. 4-25, Nov. 1-22, Dec. 6-27
Fees: $45
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Suzy Smola

Chair Pilates Plus

This class is designed to improve posture, strengthen your core, and work on muscle imbalances, spine mobility, and light strength training. The “Plus” means the exercises are geared towards functional movements for all adults 50 and up! Everyone will have a chair for standing and seated support. This class is for all fitness levels. Please bring a set of two or three pound hand weights, and wear comfortable clothes that allow for ease of movement and supportive athletic shoes.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 9:00-9:50 a.m.
Dates: Sep. 3-26
Fees: $56 (Drop-in $10/class)
Dates: Oct. 1-31
Fees: $70 (Drop-in $10/class)
Dates: Nov. 5-26
Fees: $49 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Wendy Compagnone

Senior Tai Chi

Tai Chi, also known as “meditation in motion,” is identified as one of the best exercises for seniors to maintain and improve balance while also helping to increase strength, flexibility, and stamina. As a low impact exercise, Tai Chi promotes mental and physical health. Starting with a warm up of standing stretches, the class will work on a standard form of slow movements that flow together seamlessly. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. No class Nov. 11 and Dec. 25.

Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 11:00 a.m.-Noon

Dates: Sep. 9-30, Nov. 4-25
Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Dates: Aug. 5-28, Oct. 2-28, Dec. 2-30
Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Amy Harvey

Tai Chi 2.0

In order to sign up for this class students need to know the basic Yang style forms and have a strong background in 24-form. The 2.0 class will focus on practicing and fine-tuning the 24-form as well as learning the 32-form or Tai Chi Fang. Wear loose or comfortable clothing as work on balance, energy, and flow is integral to the lessons. As always, it is good practice to bring a water
bottle to stay hydrated. No class Nov. 11 and Dec. 25.

Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 9-30, Nov. 4-25
Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Dates: Oct. 2-28, Dec. 2-30
Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Amy Harvey

Zumba Gold

Zumba Gold introduces easy-to follow Zumba choreography that focuses on flexibility, muscular
conditioning, balance, range of motion, and coordination. Participants must be able to walk
without assistance for this class. Come ready to sweat to world rhythms, and prepare to leave
empowered and feeling strong! Bring water and a sweat towel. Try a promotional Zumba Gold class on Aug. 22 at 10:00 a.m.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 10-26, Oct. 1-24, Nov. 5-26, Dec. 3-19
Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Samantha Olson

Qigong

Qigong is a combination of two Chinese words, “Qi” (Chi) which means life force or vital energy, and “gong” which means cultivation or practice. Qigong exercise focuses on harnessing and balancing the body’s vital energy to promote health and well-being. The class will focus on repetition of simple poses and low-impact movements in a way to strengthen muscles and improve
overall fitness. Stationary poses and flowing postures help increase balance, energy, and flexibility.
Because it is low impact and can be done sitting or standing, Qigong is suitable for all levels. Loose fitting or comfortable clothing and a water bottle are recommended.

Day/Time: Thu., 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 12-Oct. 3, Oct. 10-31, Dec. 5-26
Day/Time: Thu., 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Dates: Nov. 7-21
Fees: $25 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Amy Harvey