The class will discuss hip and knee pain related to arthritis and treatment strategies from non-operative care to surgical treatment with hip and knee replacement. We will also discuss osteoporosis and fall prevention.

Aikido emphasizes natural movements that improve health and well-being. Learn non-violent self-defense techniques designed for individuals over 50 years of age. Enjoy greater vitality, flexibility, balance, and comfort while learning how you can protect yourself easily. A few moments will be spent in each class to examine the parallels between the resolution of physical conflicts as shown in aikido and psychological conflict.

Tour the Ramsey Student Center and learn everything it offers. “Ramsey,” as it is known by students, is a 440,000 square foot student recreational and athletic facility located on UGA’s East Campus. One of the largest such facilities in the U.S., it was built and named in honor of Bernard and Eugenia Ramsey. Among the recreational activities offered are: 8 basketball courts, 9 volleyball courts and 12 badminton courts; over 25,000 square feet of weight-training space with 360+ pieces; 44-foot high climbing wall and 14-foot outdoor bouldering wall; 1/8-mile indoor jogging/walking track; and 50-meter competition pool, diving pool and 8-lane recreational pool.