Exercise & Balance

List of Classes

* “SS” means the class is covered by Silver Sneakers; “RA” means the class is covered by Renew Active or One Pass. *
Early Bird 50+ Fit

A faster pace program focused on flexibility, strength and balance as well as fall prevention.

Leader: Jolene Wert, Suggested Donation or SS

Mon & Wed; 8:00-9:00 am

50+Fit - Sponsered by Tower Health

A program focused on flexibility, strength and balance as well as fall prevention.

Leader:  Jolene Wert, Suggested Donation or SS

Regular:  Mon & Wed at 9:30-10:30 am

Advanced Yoga w/ Cassie

Join a yoga enthusiast and skilled instructor for 45 mins of advanced yoga technique from various modalities to push and test your skills.  

Instructor: Cassie Eshleman 

6-Week Series Thursdays at 9:30a in Classroom 2; $2 or RA 

Aqua Fitness

Get your aqua workout through a partnership with local partner organizations.  

  Instructor: Joanne Grosso Giotti 

Winter classes at the Y—Mondays @10a at Ther Y—if you are a new student, please arrive early to fill out paperwork at the Y in advance of class.  

Summer Classes at Brookside Country Club—days and time TBD for 2026 

Beanbag Baseball

A fun, competitive game of beanbag baseball. It’s similar to cornhole. 

3rd Friday at 1p  

Bliss Breathwork & Meditation

An ongoing class that explores the wellness practices of meditation, breathwork and mindfulness to heal and holistically align the body.   

    Instructor: Evelyn Dunn 

    Wednesdays @10:45 in Classroom 2; $2 or RA 

Chair Volleyball

A fun, quick-paced, seated volleyball game that anyone can play. Guaranteed fun, giggles, and a bit of exercise   too! 

Instructor: Jolene Wert 

2nd & 4th Fri. at 1:00p; $2 or RA

Chair Dancing

Enjoy music?  Like to dance but it just isn’t as easy as it was before?  This is a great way to exercise and have fun too.

Leader:  Joanne Grasso Giotti, $2 or RA

Mon. & Tues. at 12:45 pm

Chair Yoga

Improve your balance, strength and flexibility all while sitting in your chair.

Leaders: Maryellen Peters, $2 or RA

Mon. at 2:30 pm

Core & Balance

The class focuses on balance, stretching & strength training.  All fitness levels are welcome.

Leader:  Mihae Blank, $2 or RA

Wed. 10:30 am

Core & Flexibility

This is a 45-minute seated class that is slower paced. You will work on core control and exercises along with keeping up with flexibility and stretching to keep limber.  

Instructor: Linda Startzel, $2 or SS or RA

Wed. at 1:00p

Cornhole!

A fun afternoon activity to show off your tossing skills and competitive spirit. This is a relaxed atmosphere for all levels.  

1st Fridays after lunch at 1p on the Track 

Drums Alive

Drums Alive™ is the original and only evidence-based drumming fitness, health, wellness program that provides a “Whole Brain and Whole Body” workout which promotes physical, social, emotional and cognitive health at all life stages. Group drumming is a time-tested way to ease stress, improve mood and enhance a sense of community. This class does tend to be loud due to the music and the drumming!

Leader: Jolene Wert, $2 or SS 

Fri at 10:00 am

Exercise & Fitness Equipment

Self-Led use of the Treadmill, Exercise Bike and other equipment is available to you when the TRAAC is open.  

Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Gentle Floor Yoga

This class will provide all your yoga postures, deep breathing & flexibility work out all done on the floor with a  

mat. This is an intermediate level class. 

Instructor: Maryellen Peters $2 or RA  

Fri. at 9:00a 

Just Guts/All Core

Join us for an all-core workout. This is a 30-minute intermediate class. It will be challenging but most will be able to do the workout.  Call Jolene for more information. 

Instructor: Mihae Blank; $2 or RA 

Mon. at 12:45p 

Line Dancing

It’s an easy way to stay healthy, both mentally and physically.  Increase balance and flexibility while enjoying some of the classic line dances. No experience necessary.

Leader:  Robin Ward, $2 or RA

Wed. at 1:30 pm

POUND

POUND is the ultimate rock-out workout! It offers exhilarating full-body training that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training. Using drumsticks and adapted for you, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. Join us and tap into your inner ROCKSTAR!! 

Instructor: Kathy Graul 

Tuesdays at 1:30p–Track; $2 or RA 

PiYo

A faster paced class then our Senior Yoga classes that provides a moderately challenging workout with short bursts of cardiovascular work & strength training for all-over body conditioning.  

Leader:  Jolene Wert, $2 or SS & RA

Fri. at 8:00 am

Self Defense for Seniors

Allows people of all levels and physical abilities to participate at their comfort level. It engages you physically and mentally. 

Instructor: Darrel Bryant, $2 or RA 

Tues. at 12:00p and 2:30p

Senior Yoga

Improve balance, strength and flexibility with gentle senior yoga–no experience necessary. 

Instructor: Evelyn Dunn $2 or RA 

Mon. at 9:00a 

Silver Sneakers Boom! Move!

Improve cardiovascular endurance, learn new dance moves, have fun & burn calories.  No equipment is needed for this upbeat 45-minute class. You do not have to be a Silver Sneakers member to participate in this class.  

Instructor: Jolene Wert, $2 or SS & RA 

Thurs. 8:45a

Sit and Get Fit

A low impact exercise program using light weights, bands, and balls, all done from your chair.  

Instructor: Jolene Wert 

Tues and Thurs at 10:30a–Track; Free 

AND 

Instructor: Mihae Blank 

Mon at 1:30p–Track; Free 

Small Group Training with Jolene

A 45-minute advanced class. This class will involve cardio, core, balance & strength.  The class is great if you need to challenge yourself! 

Leader:  Jolene Wert, $2 or SS & RA 

Tues. at 8:30a

Tai Chi

A form of martial arts that involves slow, controlled and low-impact movements. 

Instructor: Darrel Bryant, $2 or RA 

Tues at 1:30p 

Walking Track

Self-Led—great way to stay fit! 26 laps on our track is equivalent to 1 mile! 

Open 8a-4p daily when classes are not in session; please call or refer to posted scheduled classes. 

Yoga – Strength & Tone

Yoga is a great way to work on your flexibility and strength.  Just about everyone can do it.  It’s not just for those who can touch their toes or want to meditate. Check out this methodical workout with Patty. 

Instructor: Patty Care, $2 per session or RA   

Tues. at 9:45a 

Youthful Hearts Low Impact Chair Exercise

Youthful Hearts is a 45-minute program designed for those that need a slow-paced class to get your confidence up while working out. This class will use bands, balls, and weights but at a much slower pace.  This class is for beginners or anyone just getting started back into exercising. 

Instructor: Linda Startzel, $2 or SS & RA 

Mon. at 10:45a; Fri. at 11:00a 

Zumba Gold

Introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.

Leader: Joanne Giotti, $2 or RA

Tues. & Thurs. at 11:00 am