Exercise and Fitness Schedule

Health Club & Fitness Center Schedule

Exercise & Get Fit!
Revised August 2008

Exercise is a very important component of wellness, and we are proud to offer you the best in equipment, instruction, programs, and personnel.

Please check with your doctor before beginning a new exercise program. Classes, times and instructors are subject to change. Changes will be posted in the Weekly Reminder, or, on Shell Point TV.

During unsupervised hours, please remember to use the buddy system.
Please leave the pool area when thunder and/or lightning are present.
Proper shoes and proper attire are necessary for your safety.
All classes offered are co-ed.
Classes, times, and instructors may be subject to change.
The Island Health Club (466-1111 ext. 2537) is located on the lower level of the Resident Activity Center, next to the Woodshop.
The Woodlands Fitness Center (466-1111 ext. 3061) is adjacent to the Woodlands swimming pool, between Oakmont and Lakewood.

Using Exercise Equipment for the First Time?

Sign up for an appointment to learn how to best utilize all the equipment in the Health Club and Fitness Center. Call 466-1111 x2537 and sign up for an appointment.

Schedule

MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY
7:15–7:45 Early Bird-Slow Stretch/Balance (Health Club/Island) 8:00–8:45 Balance/Muscle Strengthening (Oak Room/Woodlands) 8:15–9:00 Advanced-Low Impact Aerobics (Health Club/Island) 9:00–9:30 Stretch & Tone (Oak Room/Woodlands) 9:15–9:45 Aquastrides (Health Club Pool/Island) 9:15–9:45 Group Strength Exercise (Health Club/Island) 9:45–10:30 Aqua Fit/Arthritis Class (Woodlands Pool) 10:15–10:45 Light Cardio Class (Health Club/Island) 11:00–11:45 Aquajogger (Woodlands Pool) 1:45–2:30 Parkinson’s Exercises* – Joints & Glands (3rd Floor Dining Room/Pavilion/IS)	8:00–8:45 Sit & Be Fit (Oak Room/Woodlands) 8:15–8:45 Slow Stretch & Balance (Health Club/Island) 9:15–9:45 Aquastrides (Health Club Pool/Island) 9:30–10:15 Circuit Training W/ Cheryl (Health Club/Eagles Preserve) 10:30–11:00 The Core (Oak Room/Woodlands) 1:45–2:30 Seated Balance Conditioning (Health Club/Island) 3:30–4:15 *Tai Chi for Beginners (Oakroom/Woodlands)	7:15–7:45 Early Bird-Slow Stretch/Balance (Health Club/Island) 8:00–8:45 Balance/Muscle Strengthening (Oak Room/Woodlands) 8:15–9:00 Advanced-Low Impact Aerobics (Health Club/Island) 9:00–9:30 Stretch & Tone (Oak Room/Woodlands) 9:15–9:45 Aquastrides (Health Club Pool/Island) 9:15–9:45 Group Strength Exercise (Health Club/Island) 9:45–10:30 Aqua Fit/Arthritis Class (Woodlands Pool) 10:15–10:45 Light Cardio Class (Health Club/Island) 11:00–11:45 Aquajogger (Woodlands Pool) 1:45–2:30 Parkinson’s Exercise*– Joints and Glands (Health Club/Island)	8:00–8:45 Sit and Be Fit (Oak Room/Woodlands) 8:15–8:45 Slow Stretch & Balance (Health Club/Island) 9:15–9:45 Aquastrides (Health Club Pool/Island) 9:30–10:15 Circuit Training W/ Cheryl (Health Club/Eagles Preserve) 10:30–11:00 The Core (Oak Room/Woodlands) * Line Dancing 10:45 Beginners 11:20 Advanced (Health club/Island) 1:45–2:30 Seated Balance Conditioning (Health Club/Island)	7:15–7:45 Early Bird–Slow Stretch/Balance (Health Club/Island) 8:00–8:45 Balance/Muscle Strengthening (Oak Room/Woodlands) 8:15–9:00 Advanced–Low Impact Aerobics (Health Club/Island) 9:00–9:30 Stretch & Tone (Oak Room/Woodlands) 9:15–9:45 Aquastrides (Health Club Pool/Island) 9:15–9:45 Group Strength Exercise (Health Club/Island) 9:45–10:30 Aqua Fit/Arthritis Class (Woodlands Pool) 10:15–10:45 Light Cardio Class (Health Club/Island) 11:00–11:45 Aquajogger (Woodlands Pool) 3:15 Couples Ballroom Dancing (Health Club/Island) 2:15–3:00 *Tai Chi for Beginners (Health Club/Island)

* = 30 MINUTE EXPRESS CLASS ** = THESE RESIDENT LED CLASSES ARE SEASONAL. PLEASE WATCH THE WEEKLY REMINDER TO SEE WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE.

Available Classes

EARLY BIRD SLOW STRETCH/BALANCE CLASS (Health Club/Island) * Melanie Vaughn, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.

What a great way to start your day! This easy-to-follow stretch class uses movements from Tai-Chi and Yoga. Improve your balance, flexibility, and range of motion. (schedule)

BALANCE & MUSCLE STRENGTHENING CLASS * Mary Ferrill, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. (Oak Room/Woodlands)

Improve overall balance; increase flexibility to reduce possible injury. Hand muscle weight work with or without hand weights. (schedule)

ADVANCED LOW IMPACT AEROBICS * Cheryl Cooper, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (Health Club/Island)

This advanced class is designed to work your entire body through a series of aerobic movements, weights, and muscle-toning exercises. (schedule)

SIT AND BE FIT (Oak Room/Woodlands) * Cheryl Cooper, Instructor

Tuesdays and Thursdays * 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

A total body workout combining stretching and building movements while sitting. We'll work you from head to toe to improve your circulation, coordination, balance, and toning of various muscles. All residents can benefit from this total body class. (schedule)

SLOW STRETCH & BALANCE (Health Club/Island) * Melanie Vaughn, Instructor

Tuesdays and Thursdays * 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

This class uses slow, controlled movements while holding various positions. Increase your strength, flexibility, and range of motion. Lots of emphasis on breathing and balance. (schedule)

STRETCH & TONE (Oak Room/Woodlands) * Mary Ferrill, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Improve balance and flexibility and your overall well being. (schedule)

AQUASTRIDES (Health Club Pool/Island) * Melanie Vaughn, Instructor

Monday through Friday * 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Join us for a fun, refreshing water workout. Let the natural resistance of the water work your entire body. Class includes toning, strength, stretching, deep breathing, and balance exercises. (schedule)

GROUP STRENGTH EXERCISE (Health Club/Island) * Cheryl Cooper, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

This class uses weights to help improve muscular strength and endurance. (schedule)

CIRCUIT TRAINING WITH CHERYL (Health Club//Eagles Preserve) * Cheryl Cooper, Instructor

Tuesday & Thursday – 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

This 45 minute class uses the weight resistance machines focusing on interval strength and endurance training. Residents can work at their very own level and speed. Cheryl will help motivate and encourage you through your very own training in a class setting. (schedule)

AQUA FIT/ARTHRITIS CLASS (Pool/Woodlands) * Karen Sullivan, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 9:45 a.m. -10:30 a.m.

Improve your cardiovascular system, strengthen your muscles, and increase flexibility and balance. Specific exercises targeted for each joint. Class format fol1ows the guidelines from the Arthritis Foundation. Water shoes a must. (schedule)

LIGHT CARDIO CLASS * Melanie Vaughn, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. (Health Club/Island)

Burn calories while moving to the music with this light cardiovascular workout. Includes strength, cardio, flexibility, and balance. (schedule)

THE CORE * (Oak Room/Woodlands) – Melanie Vaughn, Instructor

Tuesday & Thursday – 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

The main goal of this quick 30 minute class is to strengthen your core muscle areas: Abdominals, Obliques and Back. (schedule)

AQUAJOGGER CLASS (Woodlands) * Cheryl Cooper, Instructor

Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays * 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Come try our deep-water exercise class using the buoyancy belt. This class is great for those who have trouble with the jolting of land-based aerobics. Improve strength and endurance, increase body tone, and lose weight. (schedule)

SEATED BALANCE CONDITIONING * Cheryl Cooper, Instructor

Tuesdays and Thursdays * 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Health Club/Island)

Residents wishing to strengthen the large muscle groups responsible for maintaining or improving one's overall balance are encouraged to attend this fun and motivating class. (schedule)

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS (Tues.–Oak Room/Wdls., Wed.-Health Club/Island) * Jean Dreyer (Oakmont), Instructor

Tuesday – 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Fridays * 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Tai Chi increases flexibility and muscle strength, enhances heart and lung activity, aligns posture and improves overall balance. Join Jean in this introduction to Tai Chi to learn the basics that help you relax and gain an overall feeling of well being. (schedule)

LINE DANCE * Lois Forsythe (Lakewood) & Lois Gannon (Rosemont), Instructors

Thursdays * 10:45 a.m. Beginner's Class (Health Club/Island)

Thursdays * 11:20 a.m. Advanced Class (Health Club/Island)

Line dancing choreographed to country music. Great exercise and a wonderful way to meet lively folks who enjoy a good time on the dance floor. (schedule)

COUPLES BALLROOM DANCING * Dick Edwards (Oakmont), Instructor

Fridays * 3:15 p.m. (Health Club/Island)

Grab your partner and join the Edwards (Oakmont) to reminisce and remember all of those lovely dances from yesteryear. (schedule)

**PARKINSON’S EXERCISES – Bill Peterkin (Tellidora)

(3rd Floor Dining Room/Pavilion/IS)
Monday – 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday – 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

This seated class is based off of the National Parkinson’s Association guidelines. The class follows an instructional video that focuses on joints and glands. (schedule)

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