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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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SENIOR CENTER FITNESS CLASSES - SEPTEMBER - TAI CHI - WEDNESDAYS
Need assistance or more info? Call the Senior Center at 860.693.5811 or email seniorfun@townofcantonct.org.Exercise helps build, reinforce or regain the muscles, flexibility and balance that is so important in our later years. Not to mentions it’s a social activity that can be fun, improve your mood, help you sleep better, address certain health conditions and weight control. From the calm, slow practice of Tai Chi, to modified Chair Pilates or drumming with Noodle Fit, there is something to keep you moving four days a week at the Senior Center! All classes offered operate on a rolling basis, so come when you can – start when you can. It is not required that you start at the beginning of each new session.**Fitness Class Scholarships** We are pleased to offer limited monthly scholarships to our fitness classes for qualified individuals. If you have been wanting to exercise but cost is prohibitive, we welcome you to apply. Stop by the Senior and Social Services office to obtain and submit an application. Canton residents who already receive other state and federal assistance through SNAP, Renter's Rebate, Energy Assistance, SSDI and SSI are encouraged to apply. **Must be a Canton resident**Herbie's Hoofers - Walking ClubWEDNESDAYS starting September 17th @ 9amIf you are looking for company on your walks or just want to get going, join local Canton resident and exercise enthusiast, Herbie B., as he walks the beautiful trails that wind through Canton and Collinsville and beyond. He'll be stationed every Wednesday at 9 am, starting September 17, at the River Road trail entrance that sits just across from Riverside Nursery.TAI CHI MONDAYS @10 AM WEDNESDAYS @ 10 AMTai Chi is an ancient Chinese movement practice that focuses on muscle control, stability, balance, and flexibility using gentle movements. Practiced regularly, it can help reduce pain, especially from knee osteoarthritis, back problems, and fibromyalgia -- among many other health challenges. Join Tai Chi Joe and start to enjoy the benefits of an alternative exercise that’s easier on the joints.Drop-ins $7/class payable at the time of the class or monthly packages $5/class payable online. Ages 18+. Minimum 5 participants to run class. No special attire or shoes required. Dress comfortably.CHAIR PILATESMONDAYS @ 10:45 AMWEDNESDAYS @ 11:30 AMLooking for a low impact way to start or return to exercise? Robyn Centrella’s Chair Pilates will have you strengthening your core, boosting your flexibility and posture as well as improving your balance. Yes, you will sit in a chair and still feel like you’ve gotten a great workout! This is also a nice complement to her Dance Fitness course on Fridays.Drop-ins $7/class payable at the time of the class or monthly packages $5/class payable online.NOODLE FITFridays @ 10 AMWhat's Noodle Fit you ask?! Try it, you'll like it!. This entertaining exercise class combines drumming movements with aerobic exercise. Participants use colorful pool noodles to follow the rhythm of great music -- it'll get your blood flowing, your heart thumping, your brain working! It's a great workout that offers a wide range of health benefits -- not to mention a lot of fun! Dress comfortably. No experience necessary.Drop-ins $7/class payable at the time of the class or monthly packages $5/class payable online.Need more info? Call 860.693.5811 or email seniorfun@townofcantonct.org.
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