Improve Strength, Flexibility and Overall Wellness
The Community Senior Center has a growing list of programs and activities to improve seniors’ health and wellness as a path to a more active, fulfilling lifestyle. The CSC’s Weekly Calendar provides complete details of current programs including times and locations.
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Bone BuildersBone Builders, a national osteoporosis reversal and prevention program, has become very popular since being added to the CSC’s programs. Developed by Tufts University, it combines exercises, nutritional information and support for all stages of osteoporosis. It has gained wide acceptance and respect for its effectiveness in increasing bone density and reversing osteoporosis’ effects.
Guide / Instructor: Yes Equipment: None Notes: Comfortable clothing; bring water Fees: None |
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MeditationDiscover the many benefits of meditation! In this on-line program, you will find it is easy and quick to learn the techniques even if you have never done meditation before. It’s a great way to give yourself a relaxing respite from day-today activity, and you’ll find a sense of calm by participating with us. During each session, participants engage in a short meditation for 10 to 20 minutes. Then we share what we have discovered about the benefits of meditation and describe different meditations that we have used. No pressure, just welcoming arms.
Guide / Instructor: Yes, on-line Equipment: None Notes: Comfortable clothing Fees: None |
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YogaYoga instructs seniors in conditioning, stretching, and meditative relaxation to improve posture, muscle tone, balance, focus and flexibility. In addition to traditional "therapeutic" yoga, "chair" yoga may be available to assist with balance during various movements.
Guide / Instructor: Yes Equipment: Available, or bring own Notes: Comfortable clothing; bring water Fees: Yes |
Tai Chi
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that has evolved into a graceful form of physical exercises practiced widely by all age groups. Slow, focused movements accompanied by deep breathing keep participants in constant, fluid motion. A self-paced system, tai chi puts minimal stress on muscles and joints and is ideal for seniors to improve focus, strength and flexibility.
Guide / Instructor: Yes
Equipment: None
Notes: Comfortable clothing; bring water
Fees: No
Guide / Instructor: Yes
Equipment: None
Notes: Comfortable clothing; bring water
Fees: No
Swim Programs
Swim programs include exercise classes with a certified trainer, and recreational swimming. Both are enjoyable ways for seniors to improve total body fitness. The CSC coordinates swim programs at a nearby outdoor facility in summer, and indoors during inclement weather.
Guide / Instructor: Yes
Equipment: None
Notes: Swim clothes
Fees: Yes
Guide / Instructor: Yes
Equipment: None
Notes: Swim clothes
Fees: Yes
