HTH-936 ONLN-Road to Resiliency Yoga

Section Info: Online | Road to Resiliency (Mat and Chair Yoga) | Our trauma-informed yoga class helps ease pain caused by emotional, mental, or physical trauma, which the body remembers even if we don't. New research shows how trauma impacts us and what we can do with that experience. Benefits include strengthening the vagus nerve, creating new neural pathways, improving self-awareness, self-care, and self-love. The class also helps manage stress and pain. Students are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen for journaling activities. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga strap, two blocks, and a blanket if needed. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 9:30- 11am is mandatory for section 201.

HTH-936 ONLN-Seated Chair Exercise

Section Info: Online | Seated Chair Exercise | This workout is a bit slower, gently stretching the body, to create flexibility. We also focus on the key points to develop and hold good posture, as well as using hand weights and chair routines for the upper and lower body. These sessions are devoted to help condition the body, learning proper form, and practicing balancing exercises using the chair. Suggested Equipment: hand weights, chair | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. is mandatory for section 203.

HTH-936 PASD-Seated Chair Exercise

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Seated Chair Exercise | This Adaptive Physical Education class develops an awareness of the benefits of exercise. The class discusses information on health and fitness for seniors. It is suitable for anyone with a physical limitation as it uses chairs. Linda also incorporates hand weights, fitness bands, and various equipment to explore individual levels of fitness.

HTH-936 PSRC-Seated Chair Exercise

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Seated Chair Exercise | This class will get your heart healthy and help you gain strength and mobility. We do aerobic movement in the chair as well as use light weights and work our core. This class is good for all fitness levels!

HTH-939 ANSR-Chair One Aerobics

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Chair One Aerobics | This class is designed to increase strength, mobility, endurance, and range of motion through light cardio exercises paired with music, resistance exercises using hand-held weights, and stretching and strengthening movements using a chair. Core strength, balance, and flexibility are addressed as well. No prior experience is needed, and modifications will be shown as needed.

HTH-939 ANSR-Seated Tai Chi

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Intermediate Tai Chi | No class May 25 | This seated Tai Chi class offers a gentle program for mental and physical wellbeing, based on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form taught by Master Cheng Man-Ch'ing. Designed for those who have difficulty standing or use a wheelchair, the class uses slow, smooth movements and deep breathing. Often called "meditation in motion," seated Tai Chi supports cardiovascular and immune health, joint comfort, balance, mental clarity, improved mood, and reduced anxiety.

HTH-939 ASRC-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Chair Yoga | This seated yoga class focuses on dynamic poses to lubricate joints, strengthen muscles, and alleviate tightness in tendons and ligaments. Poses are designed to improve alignment, support optimal function, and relieve pain. As the weeks progress, new poses will be introduced, with many repeated for continuity and adaptation. Modifications will be taught to suit individual needs. Breathing techniques help reduce anxiety and depression, while mindfulness practices promote relaxation and calmness. The focus is on creating balance in body, mind, and spirit.

HTH-939 ASRC-Seated Tai Chi

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center| Seated Tai Chi | This seated Tai Chi class offers a gentle approach to mental and physical wellbeing based on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form. Designed for those who have difficulty standing or use a wheelchair, the class uses slow, smooth movements with deep breathing. Often called "meditation in motion," seated Tai Chi supports cardiovascular and immune health, improves balance, eases joint discomfort, and promotes mental clarity, improved mood, reduced anxiety, and overall wellbeing.

HTH-939 COSR-Chair Exercise with Light

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Chair exercise with light weights | No class May 7, 21, 28, and June 4 | Join Sandra's Chair exercises which can come in handy when you have limited mobility or find it hard to maintain your balance. The movements increase blood flow and keep your joints active and lubricated. They also strengthen your muscles and increase flexibility and mobility as you work out.

HTH-939 COSR-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Chair Yoga | This seated yoga class focuses on dynamic poses to lubricate joints, strengthen muscles, and alleviate tightness in tendons and ligaments. Poses are designed to improve alignment, support optimal function, and relieve pain. As the weeks progress, new poses will be introduced, with many repeated for continuity and adaptation. Modifications will be taught to suit individual needs. Breathing techniques help reduce anxiety and depression, while mindfulness practices promote relaxation and calmness. The focus is on creating balance in body, mind, and spirit.

HTH-939 COSR-Chair Yoga

Section Info: OMalley | Chair Yoga | Chair yoga is an adapted form of yoga that makes yoga accessible to everyone. The chair replaces the mat and becomes an extension of the body. We will do seated and standing work with the chair for balance and support. This class is suitable for those working with injuries, balance problems, Parkinsons, MS and all who are looking for a little extra support in yoga class.

HTH-939 COSR-Chair Yoga

Section Info: OMalley | Chair Yoga | Chair yoga is an adapted form of yoga that makes yoga accessible to everyone. The chair replaces the mat and becomes an extension of the body. We will do seated and standing work with the chair for balance and support. This class is suitable for those working with injuries, balance problems, Parkinsons, MS and all who are looking for a little extra support in yoga class.

HTH-939 COSR-Seated Exercise

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Seated Exercise | Chair exercises are designed to be a safe and effective means to move all parts of the body without undue stress. The goal is to improve flexibility and strength from a seated position; at times standing behind the chair is an option. This is a beginner level class and is also suitable for anyone with special limitations.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Aerobics

Section Info: Online | Chair Aerobics | This total-body workout helps improve mobility, strength, and flexibility. Participants will perform seated exercises with music. Light weights might be used with some exercises. This class is fun, uplifting, and energizing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Fridays from 3-4 p.m. is mandatory for section 211.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Aerobics

Section Info: Online | Chair Aerobics | This total-body workout helps improve mobility, strength, and flexibility. Participants will perform seated exercises with music. Light weights might be used with some exercises. This class is fun, uplifting, and energizing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. is mandatory for section 210.