ACTIVE AGING AT THE SALVATION ARMY KROC CENTER

Stay active! Use light weights, bands and chairs to focus on balance and flexibility.

A more advanced spin on traditional Silver Sneakers class- this standing class incorporates athletic based exercises and conditioning that focuses on major muscle groups. The focus of this class is toning muscles and building overall strength.  Bands and weights are used. Intermediate level.

Slow-paced, relaxing practice that will include a variety of postures, breathing, and movement techniques. This class is a perfect way to reset and refocus, concentrating on physical health and mental well-being. Chair is also offered/used for some movements.

Total body stretching to energizing Christian music. Great for the body and soul!

A fun dance workout to upbeat Latin/International music. Zumba Gold modifies traditional moves into a lower-intensity workout great for active older adults.

Senior Fit focuses increasing mobility, flexibility, balance, and functional strength. Specific techniques are dedicated to strengthening muscles and increasing range of motion for daily life activities. Equipment includes hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles a ball or band. Often a chair is used for seated exercises or standing support.

Guard against impact stress on your lower body joints by avoiding contact with the bottom of the pool using buoyancy belts and deep-water exercise.  This class offers a way to work out with little to no impact.  Float weights and other resistance aids are used along with choreography of water exercises to create an aerobic workout that largely benefits the core of the body.  All levels.

This non-impact class focuses on using water resistance and aids to open joints and strengthen surrounding muscles and tissues. The water allows for the increase in range of motion, gentle stretching, balance and postural awareness. This Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Exercise based class is ideal for people of all ages who suffer from arthritis, muscular and joint discomfort, or recovering from a hip, knee, or shoulder injury. Beginner level.

Low-impact movements and water resistance exercise taught by certified instructors in Silver Sneakers programming.  Great for older adults that desire the benefits of water exercise and a healthy social environment.  Exercises will include a wide range of movements that are designed to improve blood flow, strength, speed, balance, postural awareness, agility, coordination, endurance and flexibility.

A high energy class designed for the excited water exercise person. Class design includes water exercise moves choreographed with high energy, family friendly music.  This class will get your blood pumping!  During active recovery periods in each class, participants will use various water resistance aids to improve strength and endurance.  The emphasis of this class is to have fun while increasing endurance and strength! All levels.

Aqua Cycling is a low-impact cardio workout that is easy on your joints but still gets your heart rate up! Go at your own pace – the water creates natural resistance to make your workout as intense as you want it. It’s as easy as riding a bike!