Wellness Programs Parkinson’s Class
Fall sessions begin Oct 14 Dance Studio Join this series of eight-week group exercise classes anytime. Designed for individuals with varying stages of Parkinson’s disease. Benefits include improved flexibility of lower back and hip flexors, posture, and balance; increased body awareness; strength building and the ability to get up from a chair or the floor; and exercise modifications to meet individual needs. An evaluation must be completed by participants in order to be placed into one of the following classes: Stretching the Limits I (Beginner) Tuesdays & Fridays, 11am-12pm This class is designed for those who have limited ability when it comes to walking or getting up from a chair. No floor work is performed in this class; all exercises may be performed in a chair.
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Stretching the Limits II (Intermediate) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3-4pm This class is designed for those who are mobile and can move around with limited assistance. Classes will include functional exercises, such as getting up and down from a chair at the hand rail and gait training.
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Stretching the Limits II (Advanced) Mondays & Wednesdays 11:50am-12:50pm This class is designed for those who are mobile and can move around without assistance. Classes will include functional exercises, such as getting up and down from the floor and gait training. This class incorporates quicker movements and faster-paced exercises — similar to those in Stretching the Limits II (Intermediate). For more information or to schedule an evaluation, contact Rebecca Schmidt at ext. 271 or rschmidt@ jccrochester.org. $100 — subsidies available
Cardiac Fitness Program Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 7am-12pm Cardiac Fitness Room This is a supervised exercise program in which individuals learn to self-manage their overall cardiovascular health. This program is appropriate for anyone interested in decreasing his or her risk factors for heart disease and implementing a healthy lifestyle. For more information, contact Carm Heidt at ext. 306 or cheidt@jccrochester.org. Member: $180 per year
Music, Mindfulness, and Motion
Sept 3-Oct 22 (no class Sept 5, 19 & 26) Nov 5-Dec 17 (no class Nov 28) Dance Studio This program provides people with early- to mid-stage dementia and their caregivers an opportunity to exercise with others in a safe and nurturing environment. MMM meets twice a week for six weeks and provides aerobic exercise, strength conditioning, balance and visual training. Instructors: Kathy Mulvehill and Carm Heidt, Certified Personal Trainers For information or to register, call Kathy Mulvehill at ext. 831 or Carm Heidt at ext. 817. Free Underwritten by the Konar Family Foundation.
Joints in Motion
Mondays, Sept 9-Dec 16 1:15-2:15pm Pool Taught by a Certified Arthritis Instructor, this class is ideal for anyone suffering from range of motion or flexibility problems. For more information, contact Starr Greenwood at ext. 267 or sgreenwood@jccrochester.org. Member: $48 Non Member: $60
The JCC is a facility provider for the Healthways SilverSneaker® Fitness Program. SilverSneakers® is the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for Medicare-eligible adults and Group Retirees. To receive your free JCC membership, present your Healthways SilverSneaker® card and/or health insurance card at the time of joining. SilverSneakers® members must scan their key tag card each time they visit the JCC. SilverSneakers® members can participate in SilverSneakers® classes and other free classes at the JCC. Contact your health insurance carrier for eligibility information or by calling toll-free 888-423-4632. SilverSneakers®: Classic Mondays & Thursdays, 11-11:45am SilverSneakers®: Cardio Circuit Tuesdays & Fridays, 11-11:45am SilverSplash® Mondays & Fridays, 11-11:45am
The JCC is a fitness provider for the Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Silver&Fit® program. Silver&Fit® is a fitness program for ages 65 and older individuals. You are eligible for a free JCC membership! Present your Excellus insurance card and pay a $25 annual fee for a calendar year. Silver&Fit® members must scan their key tag card each time they visit the JCC. Silver&Fit® is a federally registered trademark of American Specialty Health Incorporated. For more information visit silverandfit.com. These are two of the Silver&Fit® classes offered; check the group fitness and aquatic schedules for a complete listing of all class times and levels available for free. Silver&Fit® I: Explore Wednesdays, 11-11:45am Silver&Fit® II: Experience Sundays, 11am-12pm
Register for any of these programs. It’s easy as 1 ONLINE @ jccrochester.org