Senior Health and Fitness Activities
In-Person Senior Programming Resuming Soon!
Senior Services is taking a measured approach to starting back in-person classes. Please call the office at 713.662.5895, for updates on classes and where they are going to be held (virtual or in-person at the Community Building). We encourage only those who are vaccinated to participate in programs, trips and activities.
Register at the Community Building
To register for any of these activities, please visit the Community Building, or call 713.662.5895, and our friendly and helpful staff will register you for the activities of your choice. Please call to inquire about session start dates! To view all programs and class Senior Services has to offer click on the Hi Neighbor Newsletter icon to the right.
Yoga
Promotes flexibility, balance and inner calm by coordinating breath and movement.
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Hannah Abney - New Instructor
Tai Chi
Exercise that tones, strengthens, and improves balance and posture. Greg hopes to resume his indoor classes at the Community Building soon. Call the 713.662.5895 for details.
When: Monday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Where: Community Building or Virtual Via Zoom
Instructor: Greg Illich
The Early Risers Exercise
This hour long class is especially designed for an older age group. Will combine stretching, toning and flexibility training. Due to high demand, this class is closed to Non-Residents. West U Residents only.
When: Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Billie Sims
Water Aerobics
These classes are a great way to get in shape without the impact on your joints by doing exercises out of the pool.
When:
Mondays, Wednesday and Friday at 11:15 a.m.
Tuesday and Thursday at 11:15 a.m.
Where: Recreation Center - Pool
Instructor: Paula Feinman
Zumba
Join this energetic class that will have you moving and grooving your way to a healthier and fitter lifestyle. Instructor: Ronelle Meikleham
When: Tuesday and Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Ronelle Meikleham
Chair Volleyball
More fun than you can possibly stand, while seated. Come enjoy this fun-filled game played with a beach ball.
When: Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
Where: Community Building Parking Lot
Line Dance
Learn the steps in this fun class that will put a smile on your face and a kick in your step.
When: Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Elsa Campbell
Best Stretch
In this class you will do a combination of exercise techniques that include, Pilates, Yoga, Deep Breathing and Stretching.
When: Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Jeryl Schultz
Mat Pilates
Body awareness gained strength, flexibility and focal attention training allows you to perform everyday activities with more ease and safety. Look and feel better with improved posture. Performed sitting, standing, kneeling and lying prone and supine on the floor. Participant supplies their own thick Pilates mat.
When: Monday or Wednesday at 11:15 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Cynthia Edmiston
Hatha Yoga
Foundational Hatha Yoga promotes flexibility, balance and inner calm by coordinating breath and movement. Bring yoga blocks for added benefits.
When: Monday and Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Jean Koshy Hertzler
Body Pump
This standing and sitting combo will increase your heart rate and get you feeling energized and accomplished. West U Residents Only
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:45 a.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Mona P.
Stay Strong/Total Body
This class will help you stay healthy and strong while making you feel mentally and physically well. We will focus on stretching, core strength, balance, cognitive skills and very modified speed and agility training in conjunction with functional training without weights.
When: Monday at 3:00 p.m.
Where: Community Building
Instructor: Cynthia Portugal
Open Tai Chi
This instructor-less class is designed for those interested in warming up for the Tai Chi class or practicing their skills in an open space.
When: Monday and Wednesday at 7:45 a.m.
Where:Community Building
Register at the Community Building
To register for any of these activities, please visit the Community Building, or call 713.662.5895, and our friendly and helpful staff will register you for the activities of your choice. Please call to inquire about session start dates!