Fitness and Wellness   

Have you and your loved ones had meaningful conversations around your end of life wishes? How about their end of life wishes? Often we avoid these conversations or assume that our loved ones will know what to do for us, but this time in our lives deserves more attention and care. Even if you have your basic advance care directive documented, you are invited to explore the process of including loved ones in your planning and wishes through awareness and conversation. This 90 minute course will provide interaction around common scenarios we find ourselves in when end of life is approaching, and how we can better prepare ourselves with basic tools and ideas around starting meaningful conversations. Walk away from this class with a tool kit including a legal advance care directive document, the Five Wishes (the advance directive with a heart and soul), as well as tools to guide difficult conversations and answer potential legal questions. Advance care planning is a process that takes place over a lifetime, all are welcome to engage in this experience no matter where you are in your planning process.

Nearly half of American adults suffer from cardiovascular and chronic diseases. While many commercial diets promise quick weight loss, research shows they succeed only 5% of the time, often leading to weight gain. The solution? Consistent good nutrition. In this course, you'll learn to align your daily nutrition with the principles of Mediterranean, MIND, DASH, and plant-based diets for a healthier life. Prior to class, students are encouraged to complete the anonymous EatSHARP personal nutrition assessment at https://eatsharp.org/. Individuals can stay anonymous. 

Drawing from a variety of time-tested disciplines, this class offers effective, results-producing movements designed specifically for the OLLI student at whatever your level is. These exercises will add strength and elasticity to your muscles and frame while protecting and strengthening your back. You will also work your heart in a very gentle way and achieve freedom in movement and less pain. Best of all, we're doing all this to the music we know and love: '50s, '60s and '70s. It is not too late to rejuvenate your body! Wear comfortable clothing.

Drawing from a variety of time-tested disciplines, this class offers effective, results-producing movements designed specifically for the OLLI student at whatever your level is. These exercises will add strength and elasticity to your muscles and frame while protecting and strengthening your back. You will also work your heart in a very gentle way and achieve freedom in movement and less pain. Best of all, we're doing all this to the music we know and love: '50s, '60s and '70s. It is not too late to rejuvenate your body! Wear comfortable clothing.

Growing older can be challenging in a culture that generally denies aging and glorifies youth. In this class, you will learn practical proven tips and tools for a happier, healthier elder life. You will be offered nuggets of knowledge and evidence-based mindfulness practices for exquisite self-care and healthy pleasures as we grow older, to learn to let go of inevitable losses as we age, to release the stress of aging, to combat memory loss, and to find and follow your passions and purposes at any age. Come and learn many gems to grow older with grace and grit in a safe, non-pressured, private space. 

Most of us want to live a long, healthy and happy life with our remaining years, not one that is merely without disease. Happiness and well-being is important as we age and can affect our physical, mental and emotional well-being. Abraham Lincoln said, "Most folks are about as happy as they make their minds up to be." He has a point. We do have choices and there is a lot we can do to experience happiness and live our life at an optimal level, even with chronic conditions. Happiness is a choice focuses on practical and helpful tips to optimize our everyday life as aging adults. Join us for this fun series to learn more about the habits of happy people and create your very own happiness plan. You will be glad you did.

Discover the transformative connection between your breath, body, and heart in this holistic course designed to promote calm, balance, and resilience. Through a combination of powerful breathing techniques, gentle meditative movements, and deep relaxation practices, you’ll learn how to release tension, improve circulation, and support your heart’s natural rhythm. This course also invites you to explore the profound power of stillness through meditation and visualization, offering tools to harmonize your heart and mind, cultivate emotional balance, and find inner peace. Each session is crafted to help you activate your relaxation system, ease stress, and recharge your energy, leaving you feeling renewed, centered, and deeply connected to your well-being.

Bring a yoga mat if you have one.

Starting at age 60, age related muscle loss occurs at a rate of 3% per year and bone mass declines at an average rate of 1% per year. In this class, older adults aged 60 and older will learn how, through a combination of strength conditioning and better nutrition, they can reverse these trends. And in the process, feel stronger, have higher energy levels, and greatly increase the odds of their living a longer and healthier life. This is lecture/demonstration class.

An introduction to Qigong. This is a form of gentle, flowing, meditative movement. It is simple and easy to learn. It integrates movement with mindfulness and cultivates the body’s vital energy. This simple practice brings ease and well-being by reducing your stress and calming your nervous system. Qigong has been known to improve balance and muscle tone. These easy exercises do not require a change of clothes, special place, equipment or skills. All levels are welcome!

Continuing students are introduced to further sequences of the Yang Long form and will learn the intricacies of articulation, timing, breathing and the purposes behind the moves and advanced fluidity.

Continuing students are introduced to further sequences of the Yang Long form and will learn the intricacies of articulation, timing, breathing and the purposes behind the moves and advanced fluidity.

T’ai Chi, or the Form, is a physical exercise that promotes good health, relaxation and peace of mind. It has the advantages of regular exercise combined with a slowness of pace that western society so conspicuously lacks. The relaxed gentle movements of the T’ai Chi forms keep the body from being tense and awkward. Joseph Guida studied with and was trained by world renowned T’ai Chi Master Da Liu in the 1980’s. In the first class we will learn how to stand erect, balance on one foot and the opening movement. The second class will review the first class and move on to the second movement of the form.

T’ai Chi, or the Form, is a physical exercise that promotes good health, relaxation and peace of mind. It has the advantages of regular exercise combined with a slowness of pace that western society so conspicuously lacks. The relaxed gentle movements of the T’ai Chi forms keep the body from being tense and awkward. Joseph Guida studied with and was trained by world renowned T’ai Chi Master Da Liu in the 1980’s. In the first class we will learn how to stand erect, balance on one foot and the opening movement. The second class will review the first class and move on to the second movement of the form.

Tai Chi is a centuries old practice of gentle and graceful movements known as postures which are designed to build better balance, coordination, focus, stress relief, and mind/body connection. Students are encouraged to wear loose comfortable clothing. Our program features the Yang Long form. 

Tai Chi is a centuries old practice of gentle and graceful movements known as postures which are designed to build better balance, coordination, focus, stress relief, and mind/body connection. Students are encouraged to wear loose comfortable clothing. Our program features the Yang Long form. 

Practice and review of the Yang Long Form.

Practice and review of the Yang Long Form.

This class is designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and mindfulness at any stage of life. Through gentle yet effective movement, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, we cultivate resilience in both body and mind. Rooted in the wisdom of yoga and informed by modern wellness practices, this class emphasizes joint health, core stability, flexibility, and nervous system regulation. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Yoga for Healthy Aging provides a welcoming space to honor your body’s needs, improve overall well-being, and move with greater ease in daily life. Expect a practice that is mindful, adaptable, and empowering—helping you age with vitality and grace.