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Health & Wellness

​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.

Bone Builders

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Bone 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

​Yoga

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Yoga 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

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

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  • Home
  • Programs
    • Video Programs >
      • Travelogues
      • Gardening
      • Lifelong Learning
      • Health & Wellness
    • Outdoor Recreation
    • Learning & Enrichment
    • Indoor Crafts & Activities
    • Health & Wellness
    • Entertainment
  • Newsletter
  • About
    • Vision & Mission
    • Our Board
    • Committees
    • Contact
  • Resources
  • Ways to Help
  • Donate