Fitness

HealthCare Memberships

McMinnville Parks and Recreation has partnered with Silver & Fit, Silver Sneakers™, and Renew Active to provide programs and memberships to those who have the specified health insurance. Healthcare Memberships

Fitness Classes Available (included in a healthcare membership)

Active Living Yoga

Active Living Yoga will unlock your body to move well on your mat and in your daily life. Integrates breathwork with gentle dynamic stretching to create improved mobility. Incorporates intentional yoga poses designed to increase strength for balance and better posture. Perfect for those new to yoga and those looking for a progressive challenge in their practice. Ages 21+. No Class: Jun 19

Wednesdays 9:15 - 10:15am at the Community Center
Drop in Fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership

Clogging

Clogging is an energetic form of dance which is a good workout to boot! We dance to many kinds of music including country, gospel, and pop. Prior dance experience is not required to participate. There will not be any formal instruction, just a lot of moving and having fun. Group does not meet the 1st Monday of every month.        No class Aug 5, Sep 2

Mondays from 10:30a-12:30p at the Community Center
Drop in Fee $3, or Health Care Membership

Fun & Fit 

Increase strength, flexibility, balance and endurance in an energetic way by doing a variety of movements in a circuit training formation.  Tools used include kettle bells, step, bosu, hurdles, stability balls, dumb bells, and resistance bands. No class May 22, May 29, Jun 19, Jul 3

Wednesdays from 9:00 - 10:00am at the Senior Center.  
Drop in Fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership

INNERgystics

This class is comprised of a series of focused simultaneous upper and lower body exercise that build lean muscle strength and sculpt the body using light weights. Bring a mat, water bottle, wear sneakers. One pound bars will be provided.              No class Jul 27, Aug 24

Saturdays Sep 16-Dec 16, from 10:00 - 11:00a at the Community Center, drop-in fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership

Strong & Fit

This class is designed to increase flexibility, balance, coordination, muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, agility, and more. Progress at your own pace using chairs, body weight, and dumbbells. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Dina Aldred. No class Aug 6, Aug 8

Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9:45 - 10:30am at the Community Center
Drop in Fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership 

Yoga 

Enjoy a non-vigorous and relaxing practice.  Discover intentional breathing and increased flexibility, develop proper pose alignments and start to rediscover your body. No class Sep 2

Mondays from 9:00 - 10:00 am at the Senior Center 
Drop in Fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership

Yoga- Stretch and Balance

Yoga Stretch & Balance is a class for all levels, no prior yoga experience is needed.  This class includes a dynamic range of motion, breathing exercises to increase lung capacity and decrease tension, simple exercises to improve balance and standing strength, and stretching to improve flexibility.  Instructors:  CB Mason

Tuesdays from 9:30am-10:30am 
Drop in Fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership

Zumba Gold

A lower-intensity version of Zumba, designed to meet the exercise goals of seniors. Come join the dance party on your feet or in your seat. Wear tennis shoes, comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

Monday & Wednesdays from 9:45-10:30a at the Community Center 
Drop in Fee $7, Fitness Pass or Healthcare Membership

Fitness Classes (not part of a Healthcare membership)

Zumba

Getting and staying fit feels like a party with this international dance workout! No experience or talent necessary. Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. 

Tues and Thurs, 6:30-7:15p at the Community Center
Drop in Fee $7, 5 or 10 class Fitness Pass for $25/$50 

Ballroom Dancing 

Dance instructors, Janina & Harold Loder will be teaching different Ballroom Dance classes for beginners: Fox Trot, Rhumba, Jive, Single Swing and Slow Two Step. Each is designed with easy progression for you and your partner (required). Register early; space is limited. Janina and Harold are members of the International Round Dance Teachers Association with many years of dance/teaching experience. Ages 21+

     
              Waltz: Jul 9- Jul 30, Tue. 6:30-7:30p, $65 per person
              Cha Cha: Sep 4- Sep 25, Wed. 6:30-7:30p, $65 per person
            

Better Bones &  Balance

This program is based on research from Oregon State University’s Bone Research Laboratory. Classes are to gradually improve balance and strength to avoid falls, maintain independence and reduce the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures. Participants have experienced improved strength, balance, mobility, reduced bone loss compared to non-exercising participants. Class registration in advance is required.  Ages 21+. Pre-register

Instructor: Annette Clark
McMinnville Senior Center

Classes meet Monday and Wednesday
AM option (10:15-11:15a) and PM option (1-2p)
Fee: $40 per session

Jul 8-31
Aug 5-28
Sep 4-30

Biking Groups

Join us each week as we explore the endless opportunitites that recreational bicycling has to offer. These rides will be easy to moderate around the local area. For more information regarding the Cranks/Easy Riders Bike Group and weekly bikes routs, contact Galen McBee at gmcbee1@gmail.com. Call the Senior Center at 503.435.0407 to verify start time.  Ages: 21+

Cranks: Ongoing on Mondays at 12pm, Discovery Meadow Park, Fee: Free

Easy Riders: Ongoing on Tuesdays at 12pm, Discovery Meadows Park, Fee: Free

Tai Chi Chuan

For questions or to register, text Nancy at 503.540.7598 or email arner@peak.org. Payment will be made directly to the instructor on the first day of Class.

Continuing Tai Chi Chuan

This class builds on the intro class and helps students with their commitment to the process and enrichment that this practice brings into their lives. Register in advance with instructor at (503)540-7598 or arnerhulett@peak.org. Ages 18+. At the Senior Center

Wednesdays, May 15 - Jun 19, 10:15-11:15a, Fee: $72
Wednesdays, Jul 10 - Aug 21, 10:15-11:15a, Fee: $84

Introductory Tai Chi

Introductory Tai Chi Will focus on basic skills in both intentional breathing and movement technique, initiating awareness of body alignment and gentle use of joints. Each class will begin with 15-20 minutes of meditation. If desired, bring a yoga mat. At the Senior Center. Ages: 18yrs+

Wednesdays, May 15 - Jun 19, 11:30a-12:45p, Fee: $84 No class on Jun 19
Wednesdays, Jul 10 - Aug 21, 11:30a-12:45p, Fee: $98

Parkinson's Movement

Join us each week in our exercise program designed to address issues and symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. This class includes work in stretching, strengthening, and balance. Time tested movements to improve physical ability. All equipment provided. A wonderful friendly group with plenty of interaction and humor! This class is headed up by longtime local trainer and therapeutic exercise specialist Bill Wilson, in conjunction with Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon. Questions, call Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon at (503) 594-0901.

Ongoing on Thursdays, 11a-12:30p at the Senior Center
Ages 21 +
Fee: Donation

Senior Fitness

Meet new people and get a low-impact workout where you can move, stretch, and dance. Come join the fun! No class Aug 6, Aug 8

Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:30-10:30am at the Community Center, Room B6, FREE

Jazzercize 

High-energy dance cardio, strength training, and stretching. For questions or to register, contact Ashleylynnludwig@gmail.com. Equipment needed: Handheld weights and mat. Monthly membership available $65 at the Community Center 

Ongoing, Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30p. Drop in Fee $20
Ongoing, Sat at 9a. Drop in fee: $20