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Friday Drop-In

 

 

Drop in Day for Older Adults

JOIN US ON FRIDAYS
for a fun day especially designed for active older adults. Older Adult Friday membership is only $210 for those 68 or older. Classes listed below are FREE with Full or Friday Membership. Pick up a current schedule in the Lobby.

Older Adult Strength & Stability
By doing strength and stability exercises regularly, you can help reduce your risk of injury from an accident. Class incorporates balance techniques with strength exercises. Over time, you will notice that you feel steady and more confident when you move and engage in daily activities.

Chair Yoga
This is the gentlest form of yoga. As yoga poses are typically done on the floor, Chair Yoga is easier for those with less limber muscles. It is ideal for people with high blood pressure, anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, vertigo, MS, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic pain, and for anyone who finds it difficult to get up from or down to the floor. Class is held every first Friday of the month.

AQUACIZE
An enjoyable and fun class. Exercises done in the pool puts less stress on your joints. Class works in both shallow and deep ends, but you do not need to know how to swim to participate. Flotation devices are provided.

DANCE FITNESS
Get a complete cardiovascular workout when you take this class and get the benefits of jogging with the fun of dancing. Creatively choreographed for the non-dancer, yet challenging enough for experienced students.The great music almost makes you forget you’re working out!

PROJECT HEALTHY BONES
This class is an osteoporosis prevention, exercise and education program designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility using balance and strength training exercises. It will also educate you on the importance of nutrition, drug therapy, lifestyle factor and safety as they relate to osteoporosis. MEDICAL CLEARANCE REQUIRED.

See Member Service Desk for medical form and details on purchasing adjustable ankle weights .Weights will be incorporated after two or three weeks into the session.

SENIOR FITNESS
This low impact cardio workout is designed with the older adult in mind. You will start out with a warm-up and stretch, easy to follow cardio for about 20 minutes, toning and ending with cool down/relaxation. Mats are used for toning. If you cannot get down on the mat, instructor will show you options.

YOGA
A fit and supple body is developed through the practice of postures (asanas). Taken from various Yoga disciplines, the asanas are taught with attention to correct positioning of the body so that each individual part as well as the various physiological systems can function to their best potential. Standing postures and breathing are emphasized in this class.

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