Fitness
CHAIR YOGA
Chair yoga incorporates modified yoga poses, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques to improve flexibility, strength, and overall well-being. By focusing on mindful movements and deep breathing chair yoga can help reduce stress, increase circulation, improve posture, and enhance mental clarity. It is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels providing a convenient and beneficial way to reap the rewards of yoga from the comfort of a chair. It is fun and healthy. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ...................................................... Isabelle Truchon
Location ....................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ................................................................. 21+
Thurs, Feb 6 - 27 .............. 9:30-10:30a ........ $25
Thurs, Mar 6 - 27 .............. 9:30-10:30a ........ $20
Thurs, Apr 3 - 24 .............. 9:30-10:30a ........ $20
Thurs, May 1 - 29 .............. 9:30-10:30a ........ $25
PARKINSON'S MOVEMENT
This weekly class is designed to address issues and symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. It will include stretching, strengthening, and balance in a friendly environment filled with plenty of interaction and humor! This class is led by Bill Wilson, local longtime trainer and therapeutic exercise specialist. Questions, call Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon at (503) 594-0901.
Instructor ...................................................... Bill Wilson
Location ....................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ................................................................. 21+
Thursdays ..................................................... 11:00a-12:30p
BALLROOM DANCING
Dance instructors, Janine & Harold Loder will be offering different Ballroom Dance classes for beginners. Each class is designed with easy progression for you and your partner (partner required). Register early; space is limited. Janina and Harold are member of the International Round Dance Teachers Association with many years of dance / teaching experience.
CHA-CHA
Cha-Cha is lively and flirtatious dance known for its playful rhythmic footwork .
Instructor .................................................... Janina & Harold Loder
Location ...................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .............................................................. 21+
Wed, Mar 5 - 26 ..................................... 6:30 - 7:30p
Cost ............................................................... $65 per person
TWO-STEP
Two Step is danced to easy beat of country music; incorporates simple steps and rotating figures in cheerful manner.
Instructor .................................................... Janina & Harold Loder
Location ...................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .............................................................. 21+
Wed, Apr 9 - 30 ..................................... 6:30 - 7:30p
Cost ............................................................... $65 per person
SINGLE SWING
Single Swing (variety of East Coast Swing) is danced to moderate tempo of jazz and blues music of the "swing area".
Instructor .................................................... Janina & Harold Loder
Location ...................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .............................................................. 21+
Wed, May 7 - 28 ..................................... 6:30 - 7:30p
Cost ............................................................... $65 per person
RUMBA
Rumba, the most beautiful Latin dance is romantic, flirtatious with sexy hip movements and turns.
Instructor .................................................... Janina & Harold Loder
Location ...................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .............................................................. 21+
Wed, Jun 4 - 25 ..................................... 6:30 - 7:30p
Cost ............................................................... $65 per person
BEGGINING COUNTRY LINE DANCING
Join us on the dance floor and have some Boot Scootin’ fun! You will learn “simple” pattern line dances and get a great workout too! We laugh almost as much as we dance and we dance a lot!
Instructor .................................................. Patsy Johnson
Location .................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ............................................................ 16+
2nd/4th Wednesdays ..................... 9:00 - 10:00a
Cost ............................................................. $7 Drop-In
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.
Instructor .................................................... Annette Clark
Location ...................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .............................................................. 21+
Mon / Wed ............................................... AM and PM Available
Mar 3 - 26 ................... 10:15-11:15a .................. $40
Mar 3 - 26 ..................... 1:00-2:00p ................ $40
Mar 31 - Apr 23 .......... 10:15-11:15a ................. $40
Mar 31 - Apr 23 .......... 1:00-2:00p .................. $40
Apr 28 - May 21 ......... 10:15-11:15a ................. $40
Apr 28 - May 21 .......... 1:00-2:00p ................ $40
Jun 2 - 25 ...................... 10:15-11:15a ................. $40
Jun 2 - 25 ..................... 1:00-2:00p .................. $40
YOGA
Enjoy a non-vigorous and relaxing practice. Discover intentional breathing and increased flexibility, develop proper pose alignment and start to rediscover your body. This class accepts Silver & Fit.
Instructor .................................................. Annette Clark
Location .................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ............................................................ 21+
Mondays .................................................. 9:00 - 10:00a
Cost ............................................................. $7 Drop-In, FitnessPass, Silver & Fit, Renew Active, or Silver Sneakers
YOGA - Stretch and Balance
Yoga stretch and 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.
Instructor ................................................... CB Mason
Location ...................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ............................................................... 21+
Tuesdays .................................................... 9:30 - 10:30a
Cost ................................................................ $7 Drop-In, Fitness Pass, Silver & Fit, Renew Active, or Silver Sneakers
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 ball, dumb bells and resistance bands. This class accepts Silver & Fit.
Instructor ...................................................... Annette Clark
Location ........................................................ McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ................................................................ 21+
Wednesdays ............................................. 9:00 - 10:00a
Cost ................................................................. $7 Drop-In, FitnessPass, Silver & Fit, Renew Active, or Silver Sneakers
SHUFFLEBOARD
Drop-in for an afternoon of shuffleboard fun. Depending on the weather, we will set the courts outside on the patio. All equipment is provided.
Instructor ..................................................... Volunteer Leads
Location ....................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ............................................................... 21+
Thursdays ................................................... 11:00 - 3:30p
Cost ................................................................ $1 Drop-In
McMinnville Cranks Biking Group
Join us each week as we explore the endless opportunities that recreational bicycling has to offer. These rides will be easy to moderate around the local area and cover 20 to 40 miles. A bicycle safety helmet is required. For more information regarding weekly biking routes, contact Biking Volunteer Galen McBee at gmcbee1@gmail.com.
Mondays .................................................... 12:00p
Cost .............................................................. FREE!
Meeting Location ................................. Discovery Meadows Park
Easy Riders Biking Group
Dust off the pedals, pump up the tires, grease the chain and hit the road. This riding group is one where you can cruise with a little less intensity on rides covering 10 to 12 miles in the McMinnville area. A bicycle safety helmet is required. All rides are weather permitting. For more information regarding weekly biking routes, contact Biking Volunteer Galen McBee at gmcbee1@gmail.com.
Tuesdays ................................................... 12:00p
Cost ............................................................... FREE!
Meeting Location ................................. Discovery Meadows Park
