Eugene Family YMCA 

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Welcome to Our Active Older Adults Programs
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On the Land

These land based wellness classes are here when you need them. No need to sign up, simply come to class when your schedule allows. Please arrive early

Strength & Stretch: (Movement Center)
T & TH 10:30am - 12:00pm
Progressive exercises to strengthen, stretch & balance your body. You will utilize the Health & Wellness Center for a portion of this class.   

Strong & Balanced:  (Movement Center)
M, W, F 12-1:30pm 
Increase your balance, agility, strength and coordination. You will utilize the Health & Wellness Center for a portion of this class.

Low Impact Aerobics: (Movement Center)
M, W, F 10:30am -12:00pm 
Step it up with 45-minutes of heart healthy exercise. End class with 45 minutes of strength, flexibility and balance.       

Gentle Yoga: (Meading Room)
T & TH  9 -10:am, T 10:15 –11:15am,
TH 7:30 - 8:30 am, M,W 5:35pm
Experience gentle stretch, increased range of motion, deep breathing and balance work.

Tai Chi: (Movement Center)
M-F 8-9am  (Mon-Wed with instructor)
“The art of conscious movement.” All ages and fitness levels can benefit from this movement meditation. Class enhances balance, strength, mind, body and spirit!
M & W 108 Long Form, T Qigong,
Th & F member-led

In the Water
Our active older adults water wellness classes will focus on targeting functional fitness for all activities of daily living. Make friends and feel better. Join us, you will be amazed at the difference it will make!

Gentle Aerobics: (Lap pool, shallow end)
MWF 9:00 - 9:45
Join the group that likes to chat almost as much as they like to exercise.

Keep Moving: (Instructional pool)  
MWF 11:30 - 12:30
Exercises are designed to improve flexibility and overall fitness with  minimal stress to joints. An ideal work-out for those with arthritis or as a compliment to a physical therapy program.

Arthritis Fitness: (Instructional Pool)
TTH 11:30 - 12:15
This program is designed and certified by the National Arthritis Foundation. This class is taught in our warm water pool and provides joint rotation and gentle stretching. The instructors for this class are certified by the national arthritis foundation.

Circle Swim: (Lap Pool)
M-F 10:30 - 11:30 S/S 12 - 1
Lap swimming without the lanes. Swim or aqua jog in a clockwise circle around the perimeter of the pool . A slower paced time in the pool for you with soothing  classical music. On Wednesdays, Natalie joins Circle Swim to offer an introduction to aqua jogging with a touch of YMCA fun facts and information.

senior flexibility assesment

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Natlie
Active Older Adult Director

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Senior Fitness Test  (Ages 60 - 94 years)
The series of tests are designed to assess your underlying physical parameters associated with functional mobility (strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and agility).  The test battery was developed and scientifically validated through research at the Ruby Gerontology Center at California State University, Fullerton. 

All tests will be administered by a trained YMCA Wellness Coach. You will be asked to perform to your personal best within your “comfort zone” and will never be asked to push yourself to the point of overexertion, or beyond what you think is safe for you.  The following is the list of test items that we can perform:

  1. Chair Stand Test (number of stands from a chair in 30 seconds)
  2. Arm Curl Test (number of curls in 30 seconds; 5-lb. weight for women, 8-lb. weight for men)
  3. * 6-Minute Walk Test (number of yards walked in 6 minutes – person can rest when necessary)
  4. * 2-Minute Step Test (number of steps completed in 2 minutes)
  5. Chair Sit-and-Reach Test (distance one can reach forward toward toes while seated)
  6. Back Scratch Test (how far hands can reach behind the back)
  7. 8-Foot Up-and-Go Test (time required to get up from a chair, walk 8 ft., and return to chair)
  8. Height, weight, resting blood pressure and body max index.

* Note you will be doing only one of the cardio options listed above, either the 6-Minute Walk Test (if you are participating in a group test) or the 2-Minute Step Test (if you are getting individually tested).
Although the physical risks associated with the testing are minimal, the following reminders are important in assuring your safety and helping you do the best you can.  Please…

  1. Avoid strenuous physical activity one or two days prior to assessment.
  2. Avoid excessive alcohol use for 24 hours prior to testing.
  3. Eat a light meal one hour prior to testing.
  4. Wear clothing and shoes appropriate for participating in physical activity.
  5. Be prepared to fill out a Medical Clearance Form at appointment (bring glasses).
  6. Please inform the YMCA test administrator of any medical conditions or medications that could affect your performance.

EUGENE FAMILY YMCA

2055 Patterson    686-9622   Eugene, Oregon