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Free trial offerings to Beat the February Blues
Cummings Centre online fitness classes for people 50+ in partnership with AMI-Quebec
As part of our continuing efforts to encourage physical activity as a pathway to better mental health, we are partnering with the Cummings Centre. From February 9-13, people aged 50 and up will be able to sample their online exercise classes totally free, no obligation to sign up! Take a look at the classes below. You will be able to choose to attend as many or as few as you’d like.
Classes take place over Zoom. You can choose to have your camera on or off.
Questions? Email Annette Vezina at Cummings: Annette.Vezina@cummingscentre.org
MONDAY February 9th
MORNING CARDIO with Annette Vezina
8:30-9:30am
This intermediate/advanced class will feature 30 minutes of steady cardio exercises, followed by 30 minutes of strength training and stretches. Hand weights are suggested for the strength training exercises and a chair is required for the stretch portion at the end. No mat work.
BALANCE & MOBILITY EXPRESS with Annette Vezina
10:45am-11:15am
This beginner/intermediate level class is a 30-minute class that will focus on specific balance training exercises and leg strengthening exercises. Exercises are done standing, with a chair nearby for support.
CHAIR AEROBICS with Annette Vezina
11:30am-12:30pm
This beginner aerobic conditioning class is done seated, and includes range of motion and postural exercises, as well as stretches. Hand weights are suggested for the strength training exercises and a chair is required throughout.
STRENGTH & CARDIO INTERVALS (INTER. TO ADVANCED) with Annette Vezina
12:45pm-1:15pm
This 30-minute interval class will challenge you with aerobic-style exercises, as well as muscular conditioning exercises (body weight and hand weights). The level of exercise is suitable for intermediate/advanced level participants. A quick warm-up and stretch will be included. A great way to build exercise into your busy day!
GUIDED MEDITATION with Julie Nadler
4:00-4:45pm
Allow yourself to be guided towards a brain-body connection through breathing techniques, self-massage and visualization. Everyone is welcome. Requirements are a cozy chair with a headrest and a blanket.
TUESDAY February 10th
ABS & BACK MAT TRAINING with Annette Vezina
8:30-9:30am
This intermediate/advanced class focuses on exercises that will work your abdominal and back muscles, as well as the stabilizing muscles in shoulders and hips. All exercises are done on a mat; therefore your computer or tablet should be set up to view from the floor.
YOGA-Standing & Seated Poses with Madeleine Crete
10:00-11:00am
Yoga creates strength, awareness and harmony in the mind, body and soul. Practice seated and standing yoga moves, using a chair for better stability; learn basic breathing and relaxation techniques, while you improve your flexibility through full body stretches. No Mat Work.
CARDIO LITE with Annette Vezina
11:30am-12:15pm
This 45-minute Beginner to Intermediate level exercise class will get your heart rate up and your legs moving during the cardio exercise portion, followed by some posture and balance exercises and ending with stretches. A chair will be needed at the end for stretches.
THE BODY SHOP with Lloyd Manganas
4:00-4:45pm
This class will focus on building strength in the entire body from the ground up! Movements will be a combination of upper & lower body exercises, with an emphasis on core rotation, stability, and posture. A chair can be near for added support, however exercises will be done standing. This class is higher level than the STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY offered on Thursday and a bit higher level than the TOTAL STRENGTH class that is offered on Wednesday and Friday. Hand weights are used and a resistance band (optional).
WEDNESDAY February 11th
CARDIO/STRENGTH INTERVAL with Annette Vezina
8:30-9:30am
This intermediate/advanced level fitness class will challenge your cardio, as well as your upper and lower body strength. We will work on improving balance and core strength, followed by stretches. Hand weights are suggested for the strength training exercises and a chair is required for the stretch portion at the end.
TOTAL STRENGTH CLASS with Chloe Doyon
10:00-11:00am
This intermediate level class will focus on improving strength, mobility and flexibility through a series of muscular conditioning exercises for upper and lower body. Exercises are done standing, with a chair nearby for added support and finish with seated stretches. Hand weights are suggested.
ADAPTED EXERCISE FOR FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT with Maria Fragapane
11:30am-12:00pm
Do you have difficulty walking and maintaining your balance? Do you rely on a walker in your home or a wheelchair for longer distances? This 30-minute functional movement class focuses on slow and controlled weight-bearing and leg strengthening exercises. These are done seated and standing with support from one or two chairs as required.
BALANCE & MOBILITY TRAINING with Annette Vezina
11:30am-12:30pm
This beginner/intermediate level class will focus on exercises and movements that will help improve overall mobility, as well as teach and strengthen strategies that improve balance. Exercises are done standing, but a chair may be used for additional support. Hand weights are also used for some of the exercises.
STRENGTH & CARDIO INTERVALS (BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE) with Annette Vezina
12:45pm-1:15pm
This 30-minute interval class will challenge you with aerobic-style exercises, as well as muscular conditioning exercises (body weight and hand weights). This level of exercise is suitable for beginner/intermediate level participants. A quick warm-up and stretch will be included. A great way to build exercise into your busy day!
THURSDAY February 12th
BODY-BRAIN-BALANCE with Annette Vezina
8:30am-9:30am
This intermediate/advanced level class takes you through a series of intervals that include a combination of aerobics, strength, coordination and cognitive training to enhance both body and brain functions. Hand weights are suggested, as well as a small ball (tennis ball). A chair is required for the stretch portion at the end.
TAI CHI / CHI KUNG with Andrew Dearlove
10:00am-11:00am
Tai Chi / Chi Kung (Qi Gong) is a medically proven methodology to develop strength, balance, agility and mental acuity. This is a highly effective exercise program for those with such health conditions as osteoporosis, arthritis, back problems, high blood pressure and cardiac related issues. The process of unifying mental and physical energies guides us to the experience of self-healing. A chair is required for support and for some exercises.
STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY with Maria Fragapane
11:00am-12:00pm
This beginner/intermediate class will focus on improving strength, mobility and flexibility through mindful movements. Involves intervals of standing and seated exercises. Hand weights are suggested, as well as a towel and a resistance band (optional).
FRIDAY February 13th
DANCE TO THE RHYTHM – ZUMBA with Claudia Giner
8:30am-9:15am
Join us for a fun high energy 45-minute dance class – Claudia will incorporate dance moves, easy to follow steps and a great workout – all to great music!
TOTAL STRENGTH CLASS with Olivia Colter
10:00am-11:00am
This intermediate level class will focus on improving strength, mobility and flexibility through a series of muscular conditioning exercises for upper and lower body. Exercises are done standing, with a chair nearby for added support and finish with seated stretches. Hand weights are suggested and a resistance band (optional).
ADAPTED EXERCISE FOR FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT with Maria Fragapane
11:30am-12:00pm Streaming of a recorded zoom class
Do you have difficulty walking and maintaining your balance? Do you rely on a walker in your home or a wheelchair for longer distances? This 30-minute functional movement class focuses on slow and controlled weight-bearing and leg strengthening exercises. These are done seated and standing with support from one or two chairs as required.
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