Exercise and Fitness   

Fee: $42.00

Dates: 9/12/2023 - 11/2/2023

Times: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Days: Tu Th

Sessions: 16

Building: White Oak Wellness Center

Room: Pool

Instructor: Patrick Miller

This class meets two days a week for 45 minutes in the White Oaks Wellness salt water pool. This is an intermediate-level water class with continuous movement using pool noodles, aqua dumbbells and gloves to improve flexibility, balance and strength for the entire body. Please do not sign up for this class unless you are going to attend both sessions each week consistently.

Fee: $30.00

Dates: 9/19/2023 - 10/31/2023

Times: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Days: Tu

Sessions: 7

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Fellowship Hall

Instructor: Rev. Kaleo Wheeler

With Hawaiian Hula, experience a unique and fun way to exercise your body, discovering how it naturally wants to move. Experience how Hula is even more about being an ancient form of storytelling, using your arms and hands, unique to the Hawaiian Islands. With its roots going back to ancient times and as storytelling, Hula is the Living History of the Hawaiian people and the most important part of the Hawaiian culture; it is called the Dance of Heart.  So come join us and experience the warm sun of Hawai'i through Hula, as you exercise and express your creativity with your body in telling these stories about a Culture grounded in Love and the Harmony of the Family. NO PRIOR DANCE OR MOVEMENT EXPERIENCE NECESSARY—ANYONE CAN DO IT!

Fee: $28.00

Dates: 9/12/2023 - 10/31/2023

Times: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Days: Tu

Sessions: 8

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Fellowship Hall

Instructor: Susan Nodine , Paula Calvert

This class is open to those who have previously practiced yoga or participated in a series of chair yoga classes.  Connecting movement with breath will improve your posture, strength, flexibility, balance, and range of motion.  During the first few sessions, you will practice exercises to develop strength in your arms and legs.  In the last few sessions, we will add important techniques on how to get down on the floor and back up again!  Students should wear comfortable clothing that will allow movement without restrictions. Athletic shoes or walking shoes are suggested. You will need a yoga mat or beach towel for the last few classes.

Fee: $42.00

Dates: 9/13/2023 - 11/1/2023

Times: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Days: W

Sessions: 8

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Activities Room

Instructor: Gerald Thurmond

The best way to learn about the natural world is "to walk, to see, and to see what you see" according to Benton MacKaye, the conceptual father of the Appalachian Trail. In this class we will hike local trails in the Upstate, but we will also learn to see what we see by pausing to identify bird calls, tracks and other animal signs, and to enjoy the beauty of the places we walk though. If the weather prevents hiking we will spend class time learning to identify scat, tracks, song and sign and, for ambitious hikers, discussing what is needed for hiking much longer paths like the Appalachian Trail. 

Fee: $28.00

Dates: 9/12/2023 - 10/31/2023

Times: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Days: Tu

Sessions: 8

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Fellowship Hall

Instructor: Susan Nodine , Paula Calvert

This class is an introduction to chair yoga and is open to all ages and levels. Relax your body and improve your physical and mental health with easy yoga stretches. Connecting movement with breath will improve your posture, strength, flexibility, balance, and range of motion. Students should wear comfortable clothing that will allow movement without restrictions. Athletic shoes or walking shoes are suggested.

Fee: $28.00

Dates: 9/14/2023 - 11/2/2023

Times: 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Days: Th

Sessions: 8

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Fellowship Hall

Instructor: Simon Cairns

Qigong for Health is an interactive class that will teach you the foundational principles of qigong. You'll learn about the history and benefits of qigong, and have the opportunity to practice and participate in learning qigong moves and breathing techniques. Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that has been used for centuries to promote health and vitality. Qigong for Health is a great way to learn about this beneficial practice and to improve your overall health. This class requires full-body movement, and loose-fitting clothing is recommended. 

Fee: $42.00

Dates: 9/12/2023 - 11/2/2023

Times: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Days: Tu Th

Sessions: 16

Building: Summit Hills

Room: Pool

Instructor: Carey Leigh Phillips

This class consists of 45 minutes of cardiovascular movements, along with resistance training using water weights and pool noodles. We will be challenging your balance, working on a range of motion, and getting our heart rates up in a fun and safe environment. The materials you will need include proper bathing suits, aqua shoes if desired, and a bottle of water to drink during and after class. Let's have some fun in the pool and achieve your fitness goals together! NOTE: This class is only open to people who do not live at Summit Hills. 

Fee: $28.00

Dates: 9/11/2023 - 10/30/2023

Times: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Days: M

Sessions: 8

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Fellowship Hall

Instructor: Marjorie Roberts

This class will teach you to close your eyes and block out the world. Come join Marjorie on a journey within. Students will need to bring their own Yoga mat to class each week and must be able to get down and up from the floor unassisted. Sign up for the Yoga class on Thursdays at 1 p.m. and get a twice-a-week workout. Great for the mind, body and soul! 

Fee: $28.00

Dates: 9/14/2023 - 11/2/2023

Times: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Days: Th

Sessions: 8

Building: Central United Methodist Church

Room: Fellowship Hall

Instructor: Marjorie Roberts

This class will teach you to close your eyes and block out the world. Come join Marjorie on a journey within. Students will need to bring their own Yoga mat to class each week and must be able to get down and up from the floor unassisted. Sign up for the class on Monday at 1 p.m. also and get a twice weekly workout! Great for your body, mind and soul.