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Mondays 9:00-9:45 a.m Scranton YMCA Members: $FREE Non-Members: $22 |
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This Yoga class creates a harmony of movement for the whole body. Senior Yoga Stretch is taught from a seated and standing position to enhance the flow and energy created in combination with restorative breathing exercises. This class offers a variety of safe and effective options designed to increase flexibility and balance to improve each individual’s sense of well being. |
Greater Scranton YMCA |
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We Build Strong Kids, Strong Families and Strong Communities |
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The Greater Scranton YMCA offers a variety of programs for our active older adults. For additional information about these or any other YMCA program, please contact Paula Scotchlas, our Senior Program Director at 342-8115 or scotchlaspaula@hotmail.com |
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Senior Programs |
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This fitness class, for anyone 65 and older, helps increase muscular strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. Participants use balls, tubing and light weights. This is a very popular class that is both productive and fun! |
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Tuesday and Thursdays: 10:00-11:00 am Silversneakers II: Fridays: 9:00-10:00 am Scranton YMCA Members: $FREE Non-Members: $45/2 days per week for 4 weeks $22/1 day per week for 4 weeks |
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E-mail: pscotchlas@aol.com |
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Designed for the “Over 50” crowd. Easy Does It helps build the cardiovascular system, strengthen muscles and improve flexibility. Exercise Level: Beginner and up: we recommend you consult your physician prior to participation. Seniors may be asked for proof of age. |
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Monday/Wednesday/Friday 10:15-11:15 a.m. Scranton YMCA Members: $FREE Non-Members: $45/2 days per week for 4 weeks $60/3 days per week for 4 weeks |
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E-mail: pscotchlas@aol.com |
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The YMCA Seniors Group holds meetings at 1 pm on the second Monday of each month in the Game Room at the YMCA. Meetings are open to all area seniors. The $3 admission covers the cost of lunch. Seniors Group activities include: *Arts & Crafts *Guest Speakers *Bus Trips *Christmas Party *Summer Picnics *Easter Bonnet Contest *Holiday Wreath Making * AND MUCH MORE… |
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E-mail: pscotchlas@aol.com |
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Seniors meet in the YMCA lobby at 9:00 a.m. Bring hiking sticks, water and snacks. We hike rain or shine. |
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· August 28th: KIRBY PARK, Wilkes-Barre—Walk the dike—3 miles, easy (Thai Cuisine). · September 18th: Lake Frances, Nescopeck—Walk around the lake and Wood Frog Pond—3 miles, easy (King’s Pizza). · October 9th: Skytop—Walk around the lake and/or out to the waterfall—2 or 4 miles, easy (Golf Club Dining Room—$22). · October 30th: Hidden Springs—Walk around the lake and forest and maybe carve a pumpkin—2 miles, moderate (Mary’s Lunch Buffet—$10). |
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E-mail: jane@hikingjane.com |