June Fitness Registration Now Open!
Fitness Programs (June)
Note: These classes are not meant to replace any medical care. Please check with your physician or medical practitioner before participating in any exercise class. Registering for these classes states that you agree that neither the Edward King House Senior Center, nor its trustees, representatives,
employees, contractors and agents may be held liable in any way for an occurrence in connection with any activity which may result in injury, harm or other damages to the registrant or members of our organization and guests, invited or not.
Each class is sold in monthly bundles. Refunds are not available.
Tuesdays
Pilates with Kathy from ShipShape (on Zoom) at 9am
Its muscle-strengthening benefits mean that it is also very beneficial for over 50s. That’s because, as you get older, you start to lose muscle mass & engaging with a regular Pilates routine will help strengthen those muscles in the long-term. Must have camera on, participants will not be admitted after 9:10 June Dates: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
Balance , Breath and Movement with Kathy from ShipShape (on Zoom) at 10am
Do you want to maintain or improve your mobility & strength? Is loss of balance and falling a concern? This program assesses your current abilities & incorporates balance, stretching, & strengthening movements to increase mind/body awareness. Must have camera. No admittance after 10:10. June Dates: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
Silver Age Chair Yoga with Carmen (in-person/indoors) at 10:30am
Silver Age Chair Yoga is a program designed to meet the special health needs of older adults. Safely participate at your own level of comfort. This is a gentle introduction to chair yoga. Seated chair postures as well as chair supported standing postures will be practiced. Bringing your own mat is required. June Dates: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
This class is only for those who have taken Boxing Fitness here and have completed an Intermediate Boxing Assessment. Throwing punches is a fun way to stay strong and fit at any age, but it is especially beneficial for older adults. Come get moving with professional boxer Karen Dulin from Newport Boxfit. June Dates: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
This class is for those who have NOT taken Boxing Fitness here and have completed a Boxing Assessment by the instructor. Throwing punches is a fun way to stay strong and fit at any age, but it is especially beneficial for older adults. Come get moving with professional boxer Karen Dulin from Newport Boxfit. Boxing June Dates: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
Keep Your Independence With Tommy @Donovan Manor (In Person/indoors) at 11:15am
Keep Your Independence through easy, fun movements designed to help you manage: stairs, chairs, cars, walking, balance and mind/body connections. This program is being offered at Donovan Manor in Newport. June Dates: 6/6, 613, 6/20, 6/27
A slightly vigorous sequence with standing postures, balancing poses, stretching and activating the lower abdomen and back. All levels of yoga participants welcome. Participants are required to bring their own mat. June Dates: 6/6, 613, 6/20, 6/27
Wednesdays
This class is full of Moving, Swinging, and Jiving. Chair Yoga Dance is done Sitting or Standing near a chair and blends yoga movement synchronized with a music soundtrack and is a whole lot of fun. Music from all eras and genres like pop, western, Motown and lots more. Please Bring Your Own Yoga Mat. June Dates: 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28
Intermediate Yoga with Andrea (in-person/indoors) at 9am
Must have some experience with yoga before you take intermediate yoga. Explore the fundamentals as you learn to breathe and move deeply from within. Practice light movements with consciousness to build strength, balance, and flexibility and inner peace. Participants are required to bring their own mats. June Dates: 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28
This intermediate level class can be adapted to accommodate different needs and capabilities. It focuses on light strength training to build up muscular strength with balance and mobility work. The intervals are slowly paced with minimal up and down movement. Please bring light weights and a yoga mat. June Dates: 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28
Tai Chi with Kenji (in-person/indoors) at 10:30am
Tai Chi is a gentle exercise that is suitable for older adults, even if managing chronic conditions. It offers the benefits of flexibility, muscle strengthening, and endurance training. Tai Chi can improve the health of seniors without worsening existing impairments. June Dates: 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28 Class held INSIDE.
Keep Your Independence @Donovan Manor (In Person/indoors) at 11:15am
Will return in July with a new instructor.
Thursdays
Must have some experience with yoga before you take intermediate yoga. explore the fundamentals as you learn to breathe and move deeply from within. Practice light movements with consciousness to build strength, balance, and flexibility and inner peace. Participants are required to bring their own mats. June Dates: 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
Pilates with Kathy from ShipShape (on Zoom) at 9am
Its muscle-strengthening benefits mean that it is also very beneficial for over 50s. That’s because, as you get older, you start to lose muscle mass & engaging with a regular Pilates routine will help strengthen those muscles in the long-term. Must have camera on, participants will not be admitted after 9:10 June Dates: 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
Intermediate Boxing Fitness with Karen (in-person/indoors) at 10am
This class is only for those who have taken Boxing Fitness here and have completed an Intermediate Boxing Assessment by the instructor. Throwing punches is a fun way to stay strong and fit at any age, but it is especially beneficial for older adults. Boxing moves are great for cognitive function. June Dates: 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
Silver Age Chair Yoga with Carmen (in-person/indoors) at 10:30am
Silver Age Chair Yoga is a program designed to meet the special health needs of older adults. Safely participate at your own level of comfort. This is a gentle introduction to chair yoga. Seated chair postures as well as chair supported standing postures will be practiced. Bringing your own mat is required. June Dates: 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
Keep Your Independence With Tommy @Donovan Manor (In Person/indoors) at 11:15am
Description: Keep Your Independence through easy, fun movements designed to help you manage: stairs, chairs, cars, walking, balance and mind/body connections. This program is being offered at Donovan Manor in Newport. June Dates: 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
The Alexander Technique with Mara (in-person/indoors) at 1pm
Will Return in September.
Put on your boogie shoes and enjoy an hour of line dancing with Newport’s Community Police Officer and line dancing enthusiast, Merrie Scott. June Dates: 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
