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SENIOR'S EXERCISE AND FITNESS CLASSES
WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP 1401
 
Can’t seem to lose those extra pounds by yourself? Join our weight loss support club to get the support you need to lose weight and stay on track. Recipes, diet tips, and more. 13–week sessions.
 

Session II (Previous Brochure)
July 20, 2010 – October 19, 2010
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.

 
Session I
October 26, 2010 – January 18, 2011
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.
 
Session II
January 25 – April 19, 2011
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.
 
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DAILY WII GAMES
 
Who said you can’t get a good workout playing video games? Welcome to the world of the Wii gaming system where getting up and out of your chair is the only way to play. It’s great exercise and lots of fun playing baseball, tennis, bowling, arcade games and much, much more. Join us in the Senior Lounge Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm for the fun.
 
Wii Video Bowling League
 

Sign up for the Wii Bowling League and bowl like you used to without having to lift that heavy ball. It’s just like the real thing. Get your team T-shirt and maybe win a trophy for the team. Great fun and exercise too!


Fall League
When:  October 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; December 7, 14, 2010 – Tuesdays
Where:  3rd floor Senior Lounge
Time:   10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Limit:   None
Register your team by October 8 to play.
 
Winter League
When:  January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22; March 1, 2011 – Tuesdays
Where:  3rd floor Senior Lounge
Time:   8:00 – 10:30 am
Cost:  FREE
Limit:   None
Register your team by January 7 to play.
 
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SENIOR PILATES and FITNESS BALL CLASS

Modified Pilate’s exercises with the older adult in mind. Helps strengthen inner core and back muscles. All exercises are performed on mats. Uses stretch bands, hand weights and fitness ball.
 

Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents

 
Session I
September 27 – Nov 5, 2010
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents

 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
No class November 26
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
TOTAL BODY WATER WORKOUT FOR SENIORS
 
Great water exercise class for toning the entire body.
Uses hand held water weights and noodles. Excellent cardio
and muscle strengthening due to water resistance.


Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session I
September 27 – Nov 5, 2010
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE
 

Created by the National Arthritis Foundation and taught by certified instructors, these exercise programs target individuals with arthritis and other related diseases. Helps ease joint pain, increase range of motion in the joints and increases flexibility. Exercises are gentle and performed in shallow water.


Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session I
September 27 – November 5, 2010
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 

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SilverSneakers® Range of Motion and Muscle Strengthening Class
 
This program is developed by the Humana Health Care Group and provides strengthening exercises for all major muscle groups and helps individuals with improved range of motion exercises. Small hand weights, balls and exercise bands are used to improve performance. Endorsed by Humana Health Care and free to their policy holders.
 
Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 Galax City Residents,
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session I
September 27 – November 5, 2010
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 for Galax City Residents
$30.00 for Non-City Residents
 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 for Galax City Residents
$30.00 for Non-City Residents
 No class November 26
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 for Galax City Residents
$30.00 for Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $25.00 for Galax City Residents
$30.00 for Non-City Residents
 
AI CHI WATER MEDITATION AND EXERCISE
 
An aquatic exercise class for relief of stress caused by arthritis and fibromyalgia, Ai Chi helps to relieve muscle and joint pain while relaxing the mind and spirit.  Restorative breathing techniques are also incorporated into this program.
 
Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session I
September 27 – November 5, 2010
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS

Created by Dr. Paul Lam, endorsed by the National Arthritis Foundation and taught by certified instructors, the ancient art of Tai Chi has been proven by extensive scientific research to be effective in the relief of arthritis pain and to improve range of motion, balance and flexibility.
 
Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Days: Monday – Wednesday – Friday
Time: 8:00 – 8:45 am
Where: Fourth Floor Gymnasium
Limit:   None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session I
September 27 – November 5, 2010
Days: Monday – Wednesday – Friday
Time: 8:00 – 8:45 am
Where: Fourth Floor Gymnasium
Limit:   None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Days: Monday – Wednesday – Friday
Time: 8:00 – 8:45 am
Where: Fourth Floor Gymnasium
Limit:   None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
No class Friday, November 26
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Days: Monday – Wednesday – Friday
Time: 8:00 – 8:45 am
Where: Fourth Floor Gymnasium
Limit:   None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Days: Monday – Wednesday – Friday
Time: 8:00 – 8:45 am
Where: Fourth Floor Gymnasium
Limit:   None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch
 
Yoga Stretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Endorsed by Humana Health Care and free to their policy holders.

Session IV (Previous Brochure)
August 16 – September 24, 2010
No class Monday, September 6, 2010 (Labor Day)
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit:  None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session I
September 27 – November 5, 2010
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit:  None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session II
November 8 – December 17, 2010
No class Friday, November 26, 2010 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit:  None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session III
January 3 – February 11, 2011
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit:  None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Session IV
February 14 – March 25, 2011
Monday – Wednesday – Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit:  None
Cost:   $25.00 Galax City Residents
$30.00 Non-City Residents
 
Arthritis Aquatic Exercise Instructor Training Course
(Certified instructor training course for the National Arthritis Foundation)
 
This one day course includes all materials and instruction necessary to certify you as an instructor. Ideal activity for retirees wanting to be active in the community, but open to all ages 18 and older. Bring towels and swim suits. Lunch and snacks included.

When: September 18, 2010 – Saturday

Where: 3rd floor multipurpose room A / 2nd floor indoor pool

Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Limit: 10

Cost: $ 110.00 new trainees

$ 75.00 re-certifying instructors

Must register and pay in full by September 3, 2010  
 
SENIORS' WALKING CLUB
 
First 25 miles Tee-Shirt
1000 miles Cap
3000 miles Shoes
5000 miles Jacket
10,000 miles Overnight stay at a Bed & Breakfast (Dinner/Breakfast Included)
 
Guidelines
 
• Must be registered in order to participate in walking awards program.  Register at Recreation Center control desk on first floor. $10.00 yearly for city residents and $15.00 yearly for non-city residents.
• Post mileage on Walking Club Mileage Chart at second floor control desk.   Mileage will be kept on computer.  Awards will be issued upon reaching goals.
• Award winner’s names and awards to receive will be posted semi-annually at the second floor control desk.   Recipients may pick up awards at the Senior Lounge on the third floor.
• Sixteen (16) laps on inside lane of walking track = 1 mile; Fifteen (15) laps on middle lane = 1 mile; and Fourteen (14) laps on outside lane = 1 mile.  One lap around the outside track equals .5 mile.  Walking may be done away from the Recreation Center, but must be measured in order to count.
• Walking times for the Recreation Center inside track are Monday through Friday 6:00 am - 9:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm; and Sunday 1:00 – 5:00 pm (all dependent on seasonal times).  The outdoor track is open daily until 9:00 pm.
Miles will no longer be kept for those not registered in the awards program or those who have let their dues expire or have not turned in mileage for three (3) consecutive months.  If a person wishes to remain on the active list and will not be able to turn in mileage for three (3) consecutive months, they must notify the Recreation Center office at 236-3218.

 


 





 
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