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Senior Wellness

The Senior Wellness Program is designed for individuals 55 or older who have a variety of medical issues that include, but are not limited to, high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, joint replacements, cardiac issues, and pulmonary issues.  As a member of the Senior Wellness, you will receive an individualized program for the Water Wellness class and/or the Fitness Floor class.  You will be continually monitored and progressed as you gain stamina, strength, better range of motion etc.  Please contact Stephanie or Bree 2 weeks prior to the start date of your class to schedule your fitness assessment at 343-5678 ext. 311. In Motion Fitness, 1293 E. 1st Ave.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
14232 M/W/F 5/2-5/30 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 55+ $40
14233 M/W/F 6/1-6/29 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 55+ $40
14234 M/W/F 7/2-7/30 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 55+ $40
14235 M/W/F 8/1-8/31 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 55+ $40






Fitness for Parkinson's Patients

Don't be afraid to move!  We invite you to join a group class for individuals living with Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, or other movement disorders.  Strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination exercises designed to keep you moving are presented in a fun and supportive atmosphere.  Most of the class is done seated and includes graceful movement drawn from yoga and dance to ease stiffness and improve mobility.  Where appropriate, we will progress to movement strategies and standing exercises done with or without support to further address balance, hip flexibility, and leg strength. Instructor: Adrienne Wrightson. Studio address will be provided at time of registration.

Course# Day Date  Time Age Fee
14230 T 4/10-5/22 11:00 AM-12:00 PM 30+ $49
14231 T 8/14-9/25 11:00 AM-12:00 PM 30+ $49


 


FUNctional Fitness!

This is a low to no impact, chair based exercise program designed to accommodate the needs of the older adult population. Exercises can be performed standing and/or seated based on individual ability levels. You will engage in aerobic movement choreographed to music; balance and coordination challenges; strength/endurance training utilizing stretch bands, light weights, and body weight as resistance; flexibility and relaxation…mixed with fun, socializing and laughter! Instructor: Annette Mathews. Dorothy Johnson Center, Willow Hall.

Course# Day Date  Time Age Fee
13279 T/Th 5/1-5/24 11:00-11:50 AM 55+ $25
13280 T/Th 5/29-6/21 11:00-11:50 AM 55+ $25
13634 T/Th 6/26-7/19 11:00-11:50 AM 55+ $25
13635 T/Th 7/24-8/16 11:00-11:50 AM 55+ $25


Stretch and Tone

This slow paced workout benefits the entire body from head to toe. Enjoy low impact stretching, strength building, cardiovascular fitness and using exercise bands. Register with instructor at the class. Instructor: Jack Beezer. DFJ Center, Cedar Room.  NO CLASS 1/16 and 2/20 .

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
13281 M/W/F 5/2-5/30 9:00-10:00 AM 50+ $20
13282 M/W/F 6/1-6/29 9:00-10:00 AM 50+ $20
13638 M/W/F 7/2-7/30 9:00-10:00 AM 50+ $20
13639 M/W/F 8/1-8/31 9:00-10:00 AM 50+ $20





Water Walking

A low to non-impact water class that focuses on cardiovascular fitness, endurance, strength and flexibility. This water workout is both challenging and fun. Chico Sports Club, 260 C. Cohasset Road.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
14236
T/Th 5/1-5/31 9:30-10:30 AM 55+ $30
14237 T/Th 6/5-6/28 9:30-10:30 AM 55+ $30
14238
T/Th 7/3-7/31 9:30-10:30 AM 55+ $30





Senior Aqua Class

A 60 minute low-impact aerobic class that focuses on cardiovascular fitness. This class is taught at both beginning and intermediate levels using various pieces of aqua equipment. Chico Sports Club, 260 C. Cohasset Road.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
14239
M/W/F 5/2-5/30 9:30-10:30 AM  55+ $40
14240
M/W/F 6/1-6/29
9:30-10:30 AM  55+ $40
14241
M/W/F 7/2-7/30
9:30-10:30 AM  55+ $40






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