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.

You know you are getting old when: 

• It takes a couple of tries to get over a speed bump
• You have a party and your neighbors don't realize it 
• The candles of the birthday cake cost more than the cake

What constitutes a life well-lived? What are the ingredients for lasting happiness? We'll explore the findings of those who continue to research this topic. 

According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of American adults have some form of cardiovascular or chronic disease. Medical analysis has shown that the quality of our nutrition is a critical factor in determining personal health. A positive change in what we eat can delay and reverse serious chronic diseases such as obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease, T2 diabetes, and lessen the chances of developing dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and certain cancers. We will discuss a proven process to align your daily nutrition with the core principles of eating healthy to live a long, healthy life. Prior to class, students are encouraged to complete the anonymous EatSHARP personal nutrition assessment at https://eatsharp.org?group=OLLI-Sierra . Individuals can stay anonymous.

Jane Goodall describes awe as being amazed at things outside yourself. She believed chimps felt awe. We too can cultivate moments of goose bumps, warmth, and openness to the vast mystery of life often felt in nature, music, visual art, literature, spirituality, birth and death, and more. Whether it’s seeing a child walking for the first time or talking a simple walk in an autumn morning or listening to a special song, Come and learn how scientists recently have demystified this wonderful emotion of awe and are showing us practical ways to have small moments every day that increase our sense of happiness and wellbeing. This class will be a field guide how awe moments can bring more curiosity, a sense of belonging, to help release grief, depression, and difficult aspects of growing older in difficult times. Cultivating more moments of awe in your life is a gift for your own self-care and well-being, but also for everyone around you.

These three body functions--digestion, skin and sleep--are distinct, but, oh, so necessary for good health and energy.  We'll explore each in the way it works, how it gets disrupted, and how to help remedy disorders or prevent problems. 

Take a seat, take a breath, and take a moment just for you. This light hearted chair yoga class invites you to stretch, smile, and reconnect with your body—one gentle movement at a time.
We’ll explore simple seated and standing with support poses that help ease tension, improve mobility, and bring a sense of calm to the day. With playful guidance and a “do what feels good” approach, you’ll learn how to tune into your breath, notice how your body feels, and move in ways that support comfort and confidence.
No experience, flexibility, or fancy clothes needed—just an open mind and a sturdy chair. Come ready to relax, laugh a little, and leave feeling more grounded, uplifted, and connected from head to toe.

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.

Whether you've never played golf, are new to the game, or are a seasoned golfer, this fun, hands-on course will help you discover the many physical, mental, and social benefits of golf. Learn simple techniques to improve your putting and swing while enhancing focus, balance, flexibility, and confidence. Along the way, explore how golf fosters connection with nature, friendship, and a mindful approach to lifelong wellness. With easy, adaptable instruction, you'll gain skills you can enjoy for years to come—regardless of age or ability.

Please bring a wood, an iron, and a putter if you have them. Clubs and balls will be provided for those who need them.

In this course, you will learn tools to navigate caregiving with confidence and compassion for loved ones with progressive medical conditions, disabilities, and dementia of any kind. Come and learn simple techniques to prevent burnout and calm amid chaos. Balance your emotional and physical well-being along with care-giving responsibilities, improve communication, and explore the three stages of grief for yourself and your loved one, along with finding moments of joy and gratitude daily living. In addition, learn how to deal with your loved one’s depression, or aggressive behavior, and how to make plans for what's ahead for clarity and peace of mind.

Retirement is a time to embrace both activity and renewal. This course explores the importance of sacred rest and self-care in creating a healthy, meaningful retirement. Through discussion and reflection, participants will discover practical ways to balance doing with being, manage stress, find renewed purpose, and nurture emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Join us to explore how intentional rest can lead to greater joy, peace, and fulfillment in this new stage of life.

The T'ai Chi forms teach the practioner to keep his or her body balanced and in a central position; erect and well postured. When the body is erect every bone and inner organ is in the proper place. Keeping the spinal cord erect is the first step toward rejuvenating the body. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is beneficial to both mental and physical health. T'ai Chi can rid all parts of the body of spiritual and physical defects; it clears the mind and strengthens the brain, benefits the heart, promotes good digestion and sound kidneys. It also helps to lower blood pressure, soften blood vessels.

The T'ai Chi forms teach the practioner to keep his or her body balanced and in a central position; erect and well postured. When the body is erect every bone and inner organ is in the proper place. Keeping the spinal cord erect is the first step toward rejuvenating the body. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is beneficial to both mental and physical health. T'ai Chi can rid all parts of the body of spiritual and physical defects; it clears the mind and strengthens the brain, benefits the heart, promotes good digestion and sound kidneys. It also helps to lower blood pressure, soften blood vessels.

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.

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. 

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.

As California's population ages, many seniors and families are unprepared for the rising costs of long-term care. California's Medi-Cal rules changed in 2026, affecting eligibility, gifting, asset transfers, and planning strategies. This course will explain the new rules in clear language and discuss ways to protect your home, savings, and future care options. Learn common mistakes families make, available resources, and why planning before a health crisis matters.

This course offers a practical overview of the senior care journey while emphasizing the importance of caregiver well-being. Participants will explore in-home care, out-of-home placement options, and strategies for navigating care transitions and medical settings with confidence. The course also provides essential advocacy tools to help caregivers understand their rights and effectively support their aging loved ones. In addition, meaningful self-care strategies are introduced to help caregivers sustain their own health and resilience over time.

This class is designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and mindfulness at any stage of life. Through gentle yet effective movement, breath work, and relaxation techniques, we cultivate resilience in both body and mind. Rooted in the wisdom of yoga, this class emphasizes joint health, core stability, flexibility, and nervous system regulation. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Yoga for All 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.