In this series, exercises will be focused on hip mobility and control, balance, spine articulation, and body weight strengthening. Learn how you can improve function and strength in everyday movement as well as feel stronger and more flexible. Participants will build on each week for the duration of the class.

Free with Y membership
Non-members: $40

Experience the joy of movement in this class designed for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. Participants will access their creativity within a supportive community of movers. Classes incorporate seated warm-ups with standing and locomotor movement that can also be adapted for seated movers.

Life in Movement is a form of dance therapy utilizing the Maria Fux Method. It is the integration of mental connection and physical movement through music and space without specific choreography or learned steps. The instructed practice brings grounding, presence and connectedness to utilize both sides of the brain.

Free and open to the public!

Moving for Better Balance: Tai Ji Quan (MBB)
In the United States, fall related injuries are a major public health concern for aging individuals as well as those living with chronic conditions such as heart disease. Falls are NOT a normal part of aging, and you CAN reduce your risk of a fall! Moving for Better Balance is a “fall-prevention program” that uses the principles and movements of Tai Chi to help adults improve and increase their confidence in doing everyday activities.

The program works to improve balance, muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility to enhance overall physical health, which leads to better functioning in daily activities. Participation in the program may also result in better mental health, reduced stress, improved memory and cognition, and increased self-esteem.

In addition to the program’s physical benefits, the safe, supportive group setting provides an opportunity for participants to enjoy learning with like-minded adults and find relief from the isolation that can sometimes come from living with limited mobility.

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Tai Chi, a form of exercise developed in ancient China and practiced worldwide, has demonstrated under rigorous scientific studies to have a powerful effect on health.

Known for its slow, fluid movements, the central premise in Tai Chi is to integrate the mind and body.

Tai Chi promotes balance, flexibility, muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness as well as increased levels of psychological well-being and reduction of anxiety and stress.

Tai Chi is safe, easy to learn and suitable for every age, fitness level, and experience. Heal and strengthen the body, mind & spirit.