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.

Dates: Aug. 5-28
Fees: $72 (Drop-in $15/class)
Dates: Sep. 2-30, Oct. 2-30
Fees: $81 (Drop-in $12/class)
Dates: Nov. 4-25
Fees: $54 (Drop-in $12/class)
Dates: Dec. 2-30
Fees: $72 (Drop-in $12/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Wendy Compagnone

Fit Strong for Active Seniors

This class focuses on a higher intensity for those ready to take their strength to the next level by using heavier resistance training with hand weights, tubing, and body weight exercises. We will also work on balance, range of motion, and spine mobility, all essentials to living an active, healthy lifestyle. Wendy will always teach age appropriate exercises with good form that will allow you to increase your strength in a safe manner. Students must be able to get down on the floor and back up without assistance. Please bring your own exercise mat and a water bottle to class. No class Nov. 11 and Dec. 25.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 10:00-10:50 a.m.
Dates: Aug. 5-28
Fees: $72 (Drop-in $15/class)
Dates: Sep. 2-30, Oct. 2-30
Fees: $81 (Drop-in $12/class)
Dates: Nov. 4-25
Fees: $54 (Drop-in $12/class)
Dates: Dec. 2-30
Fees: $72 (Drop-in $12/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 Dec. 24.

Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 11:00 a.m.-Noon
Dates: Aug. 4-27, Sep. 3-29, Oct. 1-29, Nov. 3-26, Dec. 1-31
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 Dec. 24.

Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Dates: Aug. 4-27, Sep. 3-29, Oct. 1-29, Nov. 3-26, Dec. 1-31
Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Amy Harvey

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: Aug. 7-28, Sep. 4-25, Oct. 2-30, Nov. 6-20, Dec. 4-18
Fees: $25 (Drop-in $10/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Amy Harvey

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. 11, Nov. 25, and Nov. 27.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Dates: Aug. 5-28
Fees: $50 (Drop-in $10/class)
Dates: Sep. 2-25, Oct. 7-30
Fees: $55 (Drop-in $12/class)
Dates: Nov. 4-Dec. 18
Fees: $76 (Drop-in $12/class)
Location: Senior Center
Instructor: Lynne Clem