HF16M - Bowling at Chippewa Brent Banulis Monday 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Location: Chippewa Bowling Lanes Haven t bowled in 30 years? No problem. Neither have many of us. Join Brent and a dozen other seniors for an informal, fun time every Monday. Fee of $4.50 per week pays for three games and prizes. House balls and shoes are available at the Chippewa Bowl, which is at 225 West Chippewa Avenue (off South Main Street), South Bend. No FLI tuition. Min 4 Max 30 10 Sessions HF1M - Tai Chi 32 Sword Form Debra Leonard, Cert. Instr. Monday 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Location: FLI Gym The use of the sword reflects the origins of Tai Chi s original martial arts training, yet it is a soft and gentle form. This class is for beginners or students looking to try a new way of expressing their Chi. It is taught as an exercise and not as martial art training. There is no sparring or dueling. You use the sword in slow and graceful movements, one flowing into the other to provide mental and physical relaxation. It is truly a beautiful and elegant form, well-loved all over the world. Students will need to acquire a wooden Tai Chi Sword or collapsible sword before classes begin; these can be found at many sites online. Price range is $9.99-$19.99. Schedule for all Tai Chi classes: Ten minute warm-ups; learn two movements each class; wear loose clothing and flat shoes.
HF2M - Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Deborah Leonard, Cert. Instr. Monday 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Location: FLI Gym Not all exercises are suitable for people with arthritis. An effective program should have low risk of injury and fulfill three objectives: increase flexibility, strengthen muscles, and improve cardio-respiratory fitness. Tai Chi can accomplish these. Created by Dr. Paul Lam in 1997, leading a team of medical experts and Tai Chi professionals to design the Tai Chi for Arthritis program, this program is based on the Sun 73 style Tai Chi Form. It has a unique Qigong (deep breathing exercise) component which has a powerful healing ability. It contains all the principals of Tai Chi and the movements are safe, modified for beginners and seniors. This form is taught in collaboration with the Arthritis Foundation of Indiana and Dr. Paul Lam. Schedule for all Tai Chi classes: Ten-minute warm-ups; learn two movements each class; wear loose clothing and flat shoes. HF7M - Tai Chi 73 Sun Form Debra Leonard, Cert. Instructor Monday 11:00 AM-11:50 AM Location: FLI Gym Sun 73 (pronounced soon ) is the full form from which Tai Chi for Arthritis was derived. Created by Sun Lu-tang, (1861-1932) it combines internal art and Qigong (deep breathing) for a beautiful form that flows like water. To learn this form it is recommended that you plan to attend regularly to learn the whole form. Please wear loose clothing and flat shoes. HF29T - Toning, Stretching & Yoga Dottie Wallace, M.S. Tuesday 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Location: FLI RM 2/3 This class is a combination of exercises to strengthen and tone muscles of the whole body, as well as yoga practice for balance and relaxation purposes. Need to bring a yoga mat to sit, a large towel and a stretchy band. This class meets twice a week, on Tuesday and Thursday. Class begins April 4. Min 5 Max 12 10 Sessions
HF3T - Basic Exercise w/o Stress Sally Liu, M.Ed. Tuesday 11:00 AM-11:50 AM Location: FLI Gym If you are looking for enhanced flexibility, balance, muscle tone, and reduction of stress, this class is for you. Exercises include upper and lower body movements, resistance band exercises, and stress reduction exercises. Class meets twice per week, on Tuesday and Thursday. Bring yoga mat or towel, 2 hand weights, resistance band, and water to class. Copy fee: $1. HF11W - SJCP Wednesday Walking Program Jaimie Hartzke Wednesday 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Location: St. Patrick County Park - Brown Barn Boomers put on your walking shoes and explore the St. Joseph County Parks! We ll walk the scenic park trails and learn about the history and features of each park. Each walk will be approximately 50-60 minutes. Transportation will be provided to other sites from St. Patrick s County Park. Walkers should be capable of walking on uneven surfaces for approximately 2 miles. Walks begin at 2 p.m. When traveling to other sites, we will depart from St. Patrick s County Park at 1:30 p.m. St. Patrick s County Park, April 12, 26, and May 10 Ferrettie-Baugo Creek County Park, April 19 Bendix Woods County Park, May 3 Spicer Lake Nature Preserve, May 17 No FLI tuition. Site fee: $18. Please register at FLI and pay site fee at 1st class. Late start: 4/12. Snowbird class. Questions about the walking club can be directed to Jamie Hartzke at 574-277-4828. Min 5 Max 20 6 Sessions HF18JFW - Sit and Be Fit: Wednesdays Jim Fishoff, Cert. Instructor Wednesday 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Location: Jewish Federation Sit and Be Fit is an exercise class in which the work-out is done sitting in a chair using weights, tubes, bands, and balls. The exercises can also be done standing up, according to the fitness level of the individual participant. This class works on muscle conditioning and strength as well as on flexibility, which are important for fall prevention, stamina and improvement of life quality. Equipment is provided by the Jewish Federation. Please wear comfortable clothing. (No class on April 12 because of Passover. Instructor will offer a make-up class.)
HF5W Zumba Gold Karin Speicher, Certified instructor & Lifestyle Coach, YMCA of Michiana Wednesday 10:30 11:15 Location: FLI Gym Zumba Gold is designed for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. The class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance! Min 5 Max 20 8 Sessions HF25W - Easy Fun 8 Form T ai Chi Chuan Cecilia Hossler Wednesday 9:30 AM-10:20 AM Location: FLI Gym Are you sore and tired from working out? Too old to exercise? Too busy? Then T ai Chi Chuan Easy 8 Form is perfect for you, regardless of your age, gender, or level of fitness. The 10 minutes exercise a day will increase your strength, energy, flexibility, and emotional outlook. It also lowers blood pressure, reduces blood sugar, and relieves arthritis pain. HF6W - Hatha Yoga Jeanne Cook, M.A. Wednesday 2:00 PM-2:50 PM Location: FLI Upper Lounge Yoga for beginners and continuing students. Yoga postures (asana), yoga breathing techniques (pranayama), and deep relaxation. Practice emphasizes the mind as well as the body in this very traditional yoga of India. Improve flexibility, balance, and sense of well-being. You will need your own mat, blanket, or towel to lie on. HF27Th - Continuing Hatha Yoga Jeanne Cook, M.A. Thursday 2:00 PM-2:50 PM Location: FLI Upper Lounge Prerequisite: FLI s Hatha Yoga or permission of instructor. This course is for students who have completed my Hatha Yoga class and would like to continue practicing. Our focus will be on practicing the complete routine for maximum health and relaxation benefits. There will be introduction of some new postures, pranayama, and balance exercises.
HF18JFF - Sit and Be Fit: Fridays Jim Fishoff, Cert. Instructor Friday 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Location: Jewish Federation Sit and Be Fit is an exercise class in which the work-out is done sitting in a chair using weights, tubes, bands and balls. The exercises can also be done standing up, according to the fitness level of the individual participant. This class works on muscle conditioning and strength as well as on flexibility, which are important for fall prevention, stamina and improvement of life quality. Equipment is provided by the Jewish Federation. Please wear comfortable clothing. HF33F - Living a Healthy Life with a Chronic Condition Leah K Schrock and John Bruinsma Friday 9:30 AM-11:50 AM Location: FLI RM 6 Chronic conditions are very common; 80% of individuals over age 60 have at least one chronic disease. This class is created to equip participants with the tools they need to manage chronic health conditions - instead of allowing chronic conditions to manage and limit their lives. By learning how to eat well, relax, manage pain, and communicate with family and healthcare providers, participants can take charge of their lives, grow in confidence, and feel better. This class is perfect for individuals with chronic health problems such as: diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, asthma, lung disease, emphysema, stroke, or any other ongoing condition. Caregivers are also invited to participate in the class. Min 8 Max 18 10 Sessions