ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS

Today’s active older adult seeks more than physical benefits when exercising. To fulfill the needs of the spirit, mind and body, the AOA activities are geared to strengthen social ties and create a sense of community. Active Older Adult Activities include:

Group Exercise

Line dancing, joint-friendly classes and water aerobics are available.

Game Day Friday

Card and board games are played while enjoying complimentary donuts and coffee.

Pickleball

A physically active game that is a blended combination of tennis and ping-pong.

Monthly Excursions

Field trips, lunch outings and bowling.

Specialty Classes

Quilting, photography and various craft classes are available.

Crochet for Cancer

An ongoing project to provide cancer patients with beautiful head wear and blankets.

Educational Workshops

A variety of opportunities such as computers, language and gardening. Preregistration is required for each month's AOA events, except group exercise classes and game-day Fridays.

Are you a Y member who is 55+ or married to someone who is? The AOA Newsletter is full of interesting articles, health tips and upcoming events you won't want to miss. Pick one up at our Welcome Center or you can view it online at www.ymcahouston.org/vic-coppinger.

SilverSneakers®

SilverSneakers® is a Facility Member-only program. The preventative SilverSneakers® exercise program enhances the quality of life for mature adults across the country. Health Care Dimensions (HCD) developed the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program 10 years ago, and it has since grown into the largest, senior-focused exercise program in the United States. The partnerships between HCD and HMOs allow Medicare-eligible members of these health plans to participate in YMCA programs at no additional cost.

For more information regarding the AOA program, contact Tonni Vale at 281.485.6805 or email tonni.vale@ymcahouston.org

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