Exercise Classes
*NEW*- Matter of Balance
M, Mar 21-May 9|2pm|$10M/$15NM
Chances are you know someone who has fallen or who is afraid of falling. A Matter of Balance is a proven program designed to help people manage concerns about falls and increase physical activity. A Matter of Balance is a program where we will be managing concerns about falls, conducted in an 8-week session and uses group discussion, problem-solving, strategies, videos, and gentle physical exercise. We will learn positive coping methods to reduce the fear of falling and remain active and independent. The fee covers a snack each week and program book.
Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile
M, May 2-Jun 27|11:15am|$32M/$37NM (No class May 30)
Instructor: Susan Kulaga
Join Susan as she combines seated and standing movements for balance, strength, stretching, coordination and flexibility development.
Fitness Fusion with Contemporary Line Dancing
M, May 2-23|9:30am|$16M/$21NM (No class May 30)
M, Jun 6-27|9:30am|$16M/$21NM
F, Apr 1-29|9:30am|$18M/$23NM
F, May 6-27|9:30am|$16M/$21NM
F, Jun 3-24|9:30am|$16M/$21NM
Instructor: Billie Jean Darling
Did you know line dancing has a whole new look? It is no longer just country, and we dance to jazz, blues, rock & roll, and even classical music. It is a great low-impact exercise, and the concentration involved will also give your brain a workout. So join us for some exercise, an opportunity to make new friends and have fun.
Fit for Life
Tu, May 3-31|10-11am|$20M/$25NM
Tu, Jun 7-28|10-11am|$16M/$21NM
Instructor: Sue Gleeson
Fit for Life is designed to increase muscle strength, range of motion and improve activities for daily living. A chair is used for seated exercise and standing support. Exercise can be modified for individual's fitness level.
Zumba Gold
Th, May 5-26|9:30am|$16M/$21NM
Th, Jun 2-30 |9:30am|$20M/$25NM
Instructor: Maria Nickolson
Zumba Gold takes the popular Latin-dance inspired workout of Zumba and makes it accessible for seniors with needed modifications in their exercise routine. Zumba Gold builds cardiovascular health, and works the muscles of the hips, legs and arms with dance moves.
Chair Yoga
Instructor: Diane Dombeck
W, May 4-25|10:30am|$12M/$17NM
W, Jun 1-29|10:30am|$15M/$20NM
With a chair for support, this class challenges the body and mind through strengthening, stretching, relaxing and breathing.
Flexibility & Strength Building Class
Th, May 5-26|11am|$20M/$25NM
Th, Jun 2-30|11am|$25M/$30NM
Instructor: Kloe Zhang
Would you like to increase your flexibility and mobility in a comfortable manner? As a Yoga Therapist, Kloe will guide you through accessible, therapeutic movements that will increase your strength and leave you feeling refreshed.
*NEW* - Sit & Be Fit
F, Apr 1-29|10:45am|$16M/$21NM (No class Apr 15)
F, May 6-27|10:45am|$16M/$21NM
F, Jun 3-24|10:45am|$16M/$21NM
Instructor: Theresa Pretzer
This course is focusing on chair fitness to strengthen your core and improve balance.
These Feet were Made for Walking!
Th, May 19–Jun 30|10:30am|
No Cost
(Lead by Lynn Daly)
Lift your mood and move your feet with a free senior walking club. Start walking today with a community of friends and get fit together! The club will meet at the forest preserves and will walk slow to medium speed for a duration to be determined by the group. Registration is required.