The Monroe Center offers a spectrum of Health and Fitness programs with the idea of keeping people active and healthy. Our heart is in vital programming that keeps seniors well and independent. Join in and limber up!
See the Calendar of Activities for some days and times.
Blood Pressure Checks
R.N. Linda Manor takes your blood
pressure once a month on the third Thursday to keep you even keel. In
addition, R.N. Jean Dahm begins taking them on the second Wednesdays in
April.
Exercise Class
Come and join the men and women who exercise with Al Thom, from Monroe
County Community College, in this morning workout! Focusing on arm and leg movements and using chairs as balance aids, this class will get you circulating and keep you flexible. Move to music classics and groove to some new ones – come step to the beat!
Mondays and Wednesdays 9:15 a.m. September through June. Free to
members.
Summer Exercise Class
Exercise continues in
the summer, thanks to Cheryl Vining, who is lots of fun and offers excellent
strategies for health and fitness! Come on in 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.June
23 and continue with us on Mondays and Wednesdays through the summer!
Free to members.
Line Dancing
Country and pop tunes come together in songs with a line dancing swing to keep you energized! Our large common area becomes a dance floor for beginners and advanced participants alike.
Everyone is welcome! Fridays, 2:15 to 4 p.m.
Exercise Space at the Center
We have dedicated space for your personal exercise with stationary bikes,
recumbent bike, cardiofit machines, scale, and treadmill. Come use
these anytime weekdays 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekends during center hours. If
you would like training on one of the machines, please see the front desk -
OUR STAFF HAS BEEN PRACTICING AND WOULD BE DELIGHTED TO HELP!
T’ai Chi
Join in the Chinese martial art that combines controlled movements with deep breathing. T’ai Chi provides health benefits that include reducing stress, lessening chronic pain, and improving the immune system. An aerobic alternative, this exercise also has long-term cardiovascular benefits. In addition, balance and blood pressure often see improvement and bones are strengthened.
Fridays at 12:30 p.m.
Health Odyssey
Come on the fourth Thursday of the month at 11 am, March through October for complimentary healthy meals
and health education presentations. This favorite event fills early,
so reserve at 734-241-0404. NEW! Wii
Bowling
Learn to Wii Bowl - the newest rage at senior
centers! Players hold a remote and make the swinging motion of bowling
without the weight. Stop in, have fun! Noon on Mondays.
Coming Soon! Wii Fit! |