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NewEnhance FitnessFitnessImprove the quality of your daily life by attending this class designed for seniors. This class focuses on stretching, balance, low impact aerobics strength training. You will have so much fun you might forget you are exercising! We welcome Drop-Ins: $5Senior Program 2022-2023
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PopularFeldenkrais Awareness Through MovementFitnessMove better, feel better! Everything we do in life involves sensation and movement, and the Feldenkrais Method® harnesses both, using your brain’s deepest means of improvement (scientists call it “neuroplasticity”) to create change. This class uses exploratory movement and guided attention to evoke new, more efficient neuro-muscular patterns, reducing pain, tension, and fatigue, and improving your coordination, flexibility, balance, strength and focus. During each class, you will be verbally guided through a sequence of movements which can improve every area of the body. Join us and learn to use your whole self more efficiently and pleasurably in all you do! Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Simply follow the provided instructions on the day and time of class and Maggie will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Education programs. Here's what participates had to say: *I have learned a lot and look forward to next session. *I cannot recommend this class strongly enough to anyone with arthritis of chronic pain, or anyone who wants to learn some very easy, relaxing techniques for calming their nerves. Feldenkrais is fantastic, and so is Maggie.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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NewGentle YogaFitnessThis fun class is a wonderful way to stretch, increase flexibility, balance and strength, all while relaxing your body and mind. Gentle stretches and postures are accompanied by deep steady breathing that improves blood circulation, soothes the nervous system and increases vitality. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat.Senior Program 2022-2023
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Starting SoonInterval CircuitFitnessStudies show that interval training boosts the body’s metabolism. Circuit training is an effective method of exercising the whole body in a short period of time. Combine the two and you have a dynamically efficient strength and conditioning workout. All levels and abilities welcome. Our motto is, "We have to exercise in the morning before our brains realize what we are doing!" Join us online or in person! This class will be held online using Zoom or in person at the Lenox Community Center. You can choose to attend however is best for you! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Education Programs.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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Dushan Hanuska (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Kyudo Japanese Longbow ArcheryFitnessInfluenced by the culture of Japan’s samurai warriors, Imperial Court, and Shinto and Buddhist traditions, Kyudo is practiced as a means to self-improvement. The non-competitive and introspective nature of Japanese archery allows practitioners to gain insight into their personalities. Individual instruction is given by Carly Born (Renshi 5th dan) and John Born (5th dan). Visit www.mnkyudo.org for more information. *Instructors will collect an additional $25 to cover the cost of your own practice bow and $35 for annual membership in the Minnesota Kyudo Renmei Association. Loaner equipment provided for most adults.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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Neue MovesFitnessFind out what NeuroMovement® is all about in Neue Moves, a movement class based on the work of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais! Lessons are designed to improve our ability to move with an efficient use of ourselves as a ‘whole person’. By using guided lessons to develop well-organized movement and safe ways of moving we restore confidence in our equilibrium. By learning ‘how’ to move your musculoskeletal system your brain will learn how to release superfluous effort in your body. You will reduce stress; relieve pain from injuries and misuse. We move towards a higher level of function and well-being in all activities and at rest. This class is interesting and fun. Lessons are done lying on the floor. All abilities are welcome and will benefit. Bring a mat or blanket and socks. Movement is the language of the nervous system. Learn more at www.NeuroMovement.com. Click here for class handout.Senior Program 2022-2023
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Nordic Walking - The best WalkFitnessNordic walking is fun, its easy and a great activity to share with friends. By adding poles, every step turns your daily walking into a total workout. Walk tall and enjoy the benefits: Add stability and balance which will increase your heart rate 12 - 20 beats per minutes over your normal walk, burn 20 - 40 percent more calories for weight control and reduction, help with stress relief and finally you can be outside and reconnect with the natural world. Wear comfortable clothes. Walking poles will be provided to use during class.Senior Program 2022-2023
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Hessenmeisterschaften 2016 (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Open Adult BasketballFitnessAre you ready to get back on the court? No pre-formed team needed. Bring a ball and hoop it up! Pre registration required.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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Starting SoonOpen Adult FutsalFitnessGet kickin' with Open Adult Futsal! No preformed teams needed, bring a ball and join the fun!Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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WaitlistK.M. Klemencic (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Open Adult VolleyballFitnessGet your serve on with Open Adult Volleyball! No pre-formed teams needed, simply bring a ball and get ready to bump-set-spike the night away! Pre registration required. Both the upper and lower gyms are reserved for play.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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Centro Culturale Khatawat (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Qigong for HealthFitnessAn easy practice open to all levels of experience, Qigong is the art of energy cultivation that originated in ancient China over 5,000 years ago. Qigong includes still and moving postures that are simple, slow, gentle and rhythmic. All Qigong integrates movement, breathing techniques and focused intention. We will embody happiness, joy, peace, contentment and gratitude. As a health practice, Qigong is considered both preventive and curative. Qigong practice can be truly transformative in body, mind, and spirit. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Practice is done mostly standing, you can bring a yoga mat to stand on.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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John Johnston (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)T'ai Chi Ch'uanFitnessThis Ancient art teaches how to know one's self and improve one's well-being, both physically and psychologically. Register for the whole session online or pay at the door (please bring exact change or a check payable to ISD #283). Drop-in fee: $5/day Non Members $2/day Members Instructor: Rand Adams.Senior Program 2022-2023
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ZumbaFitnessCome sweat away your worries. Zumba is a fun and easy to do workout feels more like a dance party. Inspired by high energy and motivating Latin and International music, Zumba is a dynamic, exciting, effective head-to-toe fitness system. Zumba combines fast and slow paced rhythms that tone and sculpt the body using aerobic interval training. Come ready for a workout in tennis shoes. Bring a water bottle and a sweat towel. $5 at the door each time. Simply come to Lenox and join in the class. Please bring exact change if possible, or a check, payable to ISD 283, in the amount of $5.Adult Enrichment 2022-2023
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Zumba GoldFitnessGet groovin' at your own pace. This easy-to-follow program lets you move to the beat at your own speed. It's an invigorating, community-oriented dance-fitness class that feels fresh, and most of all, exhilarating! Zumba Gold® classes provide modified, low-impact moves for active older adults.Senior Program 2022-2023
