Exercise Classes

EXERCISE CLASSES

EXERCISE CLASS AT THE CENTER

SILVER SNEAKERS
EXERCISE CLASSES

The Oxford Area Senior Center has recently contracted with Healthways Health Support, LLC to be a host site for their Fitness Program.

Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a comprehensive older-adults physical activities program that addresses the needs of the 65 + year old population. Muscular Strength & Range of Movement is the core class of this Program and the focus of this creative multi-level conditioning exercise class.

The Program is normally offered to seniors who contract with Blue Cross for their health care coverage. However, due to our large membership base and the number of seniors participating at our Center, we are allowed to offer this beneficial program to our members who don't have Blue Cross.

It is similar to our old Body Recall Classes and most recently our SeniorFit exercise classes but more structured and intense.

Please join us on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11AM-11:45AM to experience this new fitness program. Come and see how much better you'll feel after a 45 minute work.

Wear comfortable clothing. If you have any questions or would like more information about the class, please call the center at 610-932-5244.

Day & Time: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Mornings @ 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM

Place: Oxford Area Senior Center

Cost: No fee, no registration

Everyone is invited to attend.

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Aquatic Fitness "SeniorFit"

In conjunction with Ware Presbyterian Village, we have developed an Aquatic Fitness program called "SeniorFit". This intiative allows our participants the use of WPV's newly constructed Aquatic Fitness Center located across the street from our Center. Ware's Fitness Directory, Molli Hoover, will design a program to fit the needs of each individual senior participant. While there is a small cost to participate in this program, Ware has agreed to charge our seniors the same fee as residents of their village. WPV can also be easily accessed by the Chester County Rover Transit buses.

See below for more information.

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AQUATIC FITNESS

Oxford Area Senior Center in collaboration with Ware Presbyterian Village Aquatic Fitness Center is offering a specialized fitness program for seniors called SeniorFit. The exercise program will focus on the areas that provide the greatest benefit: Strength, Balance, Flexibility and Endurance.

WHAT TYPES OF EXERCISES WILL I BE DOING -- AND HOW OFTEN?

The SeniorFit program recommends two to three 30-minute training sessions each week. To accomplish fitness goals, the Aquatic Fitness Center at Ware Presbyterian Village offers:

Pool & Spa, Nautilus machines specifically designed for seniors, a variety of strength training equipment, Cardiovascular training equipment, Balance training, Group exercise classes on the fitness floor and in the pool, Exercise programs created specifically for each individual in a safe, fun environment.

HOW DO I GET STARTED WITH SENIORFIT?

Stop by or call Molli Hoover, Exercise Physiologist, at 610-998-2492 and speak to her regarding this beneficial program. She will show you the facility and explain the training sessions and pool time availability.

HOW MUCH WILL THE SENIORFIT PROGRAM COST?

There are various options for SeniorFIT membership:

One option offers a 12-month membership of $300 is due in full once you have started the program. This includes the cost of the initial fitness assessment.

Another option offers a month-by-month membership of $28 is due each month. This does not include the cost of the initial fitness assessment of $40, which will be added to your first month's charge once you have started the program.

In terms of how much the program will benefit your health, the cost cannot be measured!

WHERE AND WHEN CAN I PARTICIPATE IN SENIORFIT?

The Aquatic Fitness Center is located on the first floor (street level) of Steward Place.

Staff is on duty 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and 8:30 to 5 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

Stop by and see Molli

About your Senior Center

Senior Center membership is not required in order for individuals 60 and older to participate in the congregate meal program. All Chester County residents 60 and older are invited to attend their local Senior Center to enjoy a noon time meal. There is no cost to you for the meal, however a voluntary contribution is appreciated toward the cost of the meal, but is not required. Contact the Senior Center to reserve your meal two days in advance of meal service.

Senior Center membership is not required in order for individuals 60 and older to participate in the Body Recall Program with no cost to you to participate in this exercise program. Contact the Center to receive more information on this program and to reserve your place in the class.

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