Friday, March 9, 2012


Here is another great reason to live at RidgePointe!

RidgePointe Exercise Classes
RidgePointe offers a variety of classes to improve activities for daily living. Safe, fun & effective exercises increase cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, balance and range of motion.  Whether you are new to exercise or familiar with it, all of these classes may be modified to meet your needs.
All the classes are taught by a certified Aerobics Professional who specializes in working with adults 62+.

Classes are held Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings and are FREE and Open to outside guests to join us!

8:45 – 9:30    Yoga/ stretch  - Available to men, women & outside guests

The Yoga/Stretch class begins with restorative breathing exercises.
After warming up muscles and joints, we move to a series of yoga postures which may be performed in a seated or standing position.  This class also offers poses to increase strength in our core muscles which improve balance.  The combination of movements enhance the flow of energy to mind and body.  We complete this class with a relaxation segment.  This segment may include positive affirmations, listening to music, or self massage. This class is a good way to have greater body awareness, acceptance and appreciation.  

9:30- 10:30   Men’s Exercise class

The Men’s class includes a variety of exercises designed to improve
muscular strength, range of motion, balance and increase cardiovascular
endurance.  Hand held weights, and resistance bands are offered for muscle conditioning.  A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.   Basic movements for upper and lower body are designed to give you a safe and fun workout.

The second half of this class is a fun & challenging bean bag game.
Balance, core strength, mental focus and sometimes “luck” are the components one  needs to be successful in this game.  Two teams compete in a fun atmosphere.

10:45- 11:30  Ladies Exercise class

Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase
strength, coordination, agility and balance.  These skills are important
as they are required during activities for daily living.  Hand held weights &
elastic bands are available for strength conditioning . A chair is used for
seated and/or standing support. We safely move through a combination of upper
and lower body exercises. We finish with stretches to increase or maintain our
range of motion. We complete the workout with a relaxation segment
This is a fun, go at your own pace workout.

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