Community Fitness Classes

1 in 4 Older Adults falls each year and 1 in 5 of these falls causes serious injury or death. Once you’ve experienced a fall, the chances of experiencing a second increases significantly. Using the CDC STEADI Initiative (Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths and Injuries) as a framework, this class is designed to not only encourage Fall Prevention but promote Fall Preparedness. This class combines Functional Strength, Static and Dynamic Balance Exercises and has participants practice the Reactive Balance strategies critical to prevent falls. Going one step further than most balance classes, this class also teaches safe falling skills, floor recovery techniques and provides participants with the tools needed to keep them safe in the event of a fall that they cannot recover from independently.

POWER over Parkinson’s combines PWR! Moves, with Functional Strength, Core Stability, Balance and Breathwork, for a well-rounded hour of exercise and education each week. PWR! Moves are a series of four movement patterns performed in all different postures, that promote BIG and POWERFUL movement in the functional planes we move around in throughout the day. Exercises are performed sitting, standing, walking and do involve getting on and off of the floor. Though modifications will always be provided, participants should be able to safely participate in these activities without direct supervision, but are welcome to attend if they do need assistance, if they can bring a care partner along with them.

Our OsteoHour class is designed to be SAFE for people with osteopenia and osteoporosis, and EFFECTIVE at building bone density, reducing fracture risk and improving your strength and balance. Classes mix aerobic exercise, functional strength training, balance and flexibility to improve bone density and reduce your risk of falls and fractures. Exercises are performed in seated, standing and the ground. Long loop bands, mini bands and a variety of weights are recommended. OsteoHour is offered virtually through our Club HAPT website.

Zumba with Toning is a slower-paced beginner Zumba class with toning using light weights, and chair modifications available. This class combines the fun and engaging elements of Zumba with light resistance training to help you stay active, improve your strength, and enhance your cardiovascular health. With chair modifications available, this class is perfect for all fitness levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable workout for everyone.

Yoga vs Osteoporosis mixes Dr. Fishman’s 12-Pose Yoga series with other strength, core and balance-focused exercises to strengthen your bones, improve your posture and maximize your balance. This class is designed to be accessible to participants at all levels with or without yoga experience, and is safe for people with Osteopenia and Osteoporosis. This class is taught by Katie Wadland, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, who is a certified Yoga vs. Osteoporosis instructor.

OsteoYoga is our Club HAPT virtual Yoga class that mixes Dr. Fishman’s 12-Pose Yoga series with other strength, core and balance-focused exercises to strengthen your bones, improve your posture and maximize your balance. This class is designed to be accessible to participants at all levels with or without yoga experience, and is safe for people with Osteopenia and Osteoporosis. This class is taught by Deb Luciano, Personal Trainer and Certified Yoga Teacher and Group Ex Instructor.