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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 I
July 19 – October 18, 2011
No class August 9 due to Fiddler’s Convention.
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00 for 13 weeks
Limit: None
Register at any time. 
 
Session II
October 25, 2011 – January 17, 2012
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.
 
Session III
January 24 – April 17, 2012
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.
 
 
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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
August 15 - September 23, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session I
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session II
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
No class November 25, 2011
 
Session III
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session IV
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  8:00 – 8:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
TOTAL BODY WATER WORKOUT FOR SENIORS
 
Aerobic water exercise program for senior citizens and adults who are comfortable performing exercise movements in chest deep water.
 
Session IV
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:  $30.00 
 
Session I
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session II
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:  $30.00
No class November 25, 2011 
 
Session III
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session IV
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  9:15 – 10:00 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE
 
Created by the National Arthritis Foundation and taught by their certified instructors, this exercise program targets individuals with arthritis and other joint related diseases.  Helps ease joint pain, increase range of motion and improve flexibility.  Exercises are gentle and performed in shallow water.

Session IV
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session I
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Class #1: 8:30 – 9:15 am
Class #2:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session II
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Class #1: 8:30 – 9:15 am
Class #2:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
No class November 25, 2011
 
Session III
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Class #1:  8:30 – 9:15 am
Class #2:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session IV
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Class #1:  8:30 – 9:15 am
Class #2:  10:00 – 10:45 am
Cost:  $30.00

 
 

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galax, virginia parks and recreation department, senior activities, sportsSilverSneakers® 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.  Some select Medicare plans participate in SilverSneakers.  Call your plan to see if they participate.
 
Session IV
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session I
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members
 
Session II
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
No class November 25, 2011
free for Humana members
 
Session III
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members
 
Session IV
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time:  11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members

 
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 I
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
8:00 – 8:45 am
Limit: 30
Cost:  $30.00

Session II
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session III
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:  $30.00
No class on November 25, 2011
 
Session IV
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:  $30.00
 
Session V
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Limit:  30
Cost:  $30.00

 
 
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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 I
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members

Session II
September 26 - November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members

Session III
November 7 - December 16, 2011.
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members

Session VI
January 2 - February 10, 2012.
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members

Session V
February 13 - March 23, 2012.
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost:  $30.00
free for Humana members
 
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 fee.

  • 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 miles.  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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