Join in! Healthy lifestyle and wellness exercise classes for seniors
As the population of West Central Missouri ages, isn’t it time we rethink the face of fitness? It’s important to stay active with exercise classes for seniors, even if you have arthritis symptoms or require modifications for a wheelchair.
“Move it or lose it” might be just the motivation you need to hear today. Try one or more of our impactful exercise programs that have become the cornerstone of the lives of many older adults within the territory of Care Connection District III West Central Area Agency on Aging.
You’ll love meeting people, making friends and being accountable! All of our evidence-based programs are led by the professional wellness staff at Care Connection and are designed to meet the needs of older adults.
Take things at your own pace, but don’t forget to start!
Even if you haven’t put on exercise shoes for decades, it’s never too late to start a fitness program. Try setting clear goals to help you make physical activity part of your everyday life.
We know that not everyone can easily make it to one of our 20 senior centers, so we’ve added online classes through Zoom video conferencing. These virtual events make it easy to get to class!
Please call us at 800-748-7826 if you have any trouble logging in!
Goal setting helps your body, mind and spirit
We all have obstacles in our path, so following the advice of Olympic athletes and other high-achieving people makes sense. Set clear, meaningful goals to offer a challenge to yourself.
Achieving your goals helps you reframe your aging process. Aging happens to all of us, and our attitude is the only thing we can really control!
Examples of short-term goals might include:
- I commit to moving my body in a structured fitness class from Care Connection for at least four weeks.
- I will get online to try at least one virtual exercise class this month.
- I will meet at least one friend this month at my local senior center.
Care Connection offers specialized exercise classes for seniors.
The science is clear! Exercise, including strength training, aerobic and balance training, helps improve outcomes for people with chronic pain. It’s also a lot of fun to get to know motivated older adults like yourself.
Don’t miss out on our caring group fitness classes! You’ll feel like family in no time; all it takes is a little patience with yourself.
Bingocize®
This proven program doesn’t even feel like work; it feels like fun! Get your competitive juices flowing with health information, Bingo, and exercise. Everyone can be a winner with Bingocize, as it’s perfect for beginners and active older adults, too!
Chair Yoga
No need to skip out on the benefits of yoga! This innovative fitness class uses a chair to gently stretch your muscles, strengthen the body, and improve circulation and range of movement.
Using a chair actually helps you improve your balance and stability. Build your confidence and slim down with Chair Yoga!
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Our class “regulars” rave about the challenge offered by seemingly slow, precise movements that shift your body from side to side. Gain mobility and confidence while you reduce pain from arthritis symptoms and make friends!
Beginners can start with our learning sessions. Move up to the regular Tai Chi for Arthritis class once you’ve learned the movements.
Learn more about Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention >
Matter of Balance
A wonderful program that helps you reduce the fear of falling, with specific exercises that help you regain muscle mass in your legs. Enjoy group discussions around problem-solving and goal-setting.
You’ll also learn smart tips to reduce fall risks. Don’t miss a spot in this very popular program on falls prevention. Sign up for Matter of Balance today!
EnhanceFitness®
If you have aches and pains, this is a wonderful choice to keep moving. You’ll appreciate more strength, balance and flexibility to help prevent falls.
You will do this class seated in a straight-backed chair, using ankle and wrist weight cuffs. Make the most of life with EnhanceFitness at Care Connection!
Walk With Ease
Join us for an evidence-based fitness class to learn a lot about the proper transfer of movement. Gain stability and strength before you start on self-paced walks.
This is a great way to improve confidence. You’ll love the friends you’ll meet at Walk With Ease.
Drums Alive
You’ll love the chance to get your stress out with a whole brain and body workout! All supplies are provided for use during the class. Just bring your smile and willingness to have fun.
Come with or without musical ability. Drums Alive promotes physical, social, emotional, and brain health!
Zumba® Gold
If you love to dance, you’ll love this mix of low-intensity and high-intensity interval training. You’ll have fun, even with two left feet, seated or standing.
Get your heart rate up, and let the rhythms take over. Zumba is often called “exercise in disguise!”
Your health and happiness are worth stepping out of your comfort zone to show up. Work up a sweat, and live your best life after age 60 with help from Care Connection.