GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Tai Chi Today

More than 600 years ago this martial art evolved in China as healers searched for a source of physical immortality. Incorporate slow, gentle movements that increase flexibility, balance and lung capacity. Promote stress relief, body awareness, suppleness in your spine and increased stamina.

St Johns Community Center Instructor: Terry Louie

Community Center Drop-in Activities

PP&R community centers offer a variety of drop-in activities throughout the week. Enjoy group fitness classes, basketball, swimming, and more! Activities vary by location. Drop-in admission is $5, which includes access to all scheduled drop-in activities for the day.

Find locations online at: portland.gov/parks/ community-centers

Drop-in schedules are viewable on each center’s page.

Drop-in Tai Chi

A slow, gentle exercise that is a practice in body awareness and intentional movement. Classes include warm-up exercises to strengthen the core and legs, and improve flexibility and balance.

M W 6:30pm

Drop-in fee or monthly pass required

Yoga In Chairs

Designed so almost anyone can participate. Gently works muscles and joints to enhance strength, range of motion, balance and circulation. Reaches beyond typical exercises as it encourages quiet reflection, proper breathing and better posture. Feel relaxed, refreshed and re-energized. St Johns Community Center

Instructor: Karen Mertens

W 10/4–11/1 9:00–10:00am $25

1157547

W 11/8–12/6 9:00–10:00am $20

1157550

Yoga for Healthy Aging

Build balance, stability, and strength in this class designed specifically to encourage well-being for aging adults. Develop practical strategies for a lifetime of vitality and healthy living with adapted yoga postures to increase your focus and sense of relaxation.

Woodstock Community Center

Instructor:

Drop-in Chair Yoga

Offers an opportunity to practice yoga that does not require being able to get down on the floor and get back up again. Combines seated movements and postures with standing poses in which the chair can be used for support as needed. Ideal for Seniors and/or people who have limited mobility.

Southwest Community Center

M W 1:30pm

Drop-in fee or monthly pass required

Yoga: Fit

Originating in India, this centuries old practice of exercise revitalizes both mind and body. Improve focus, release stress and tension while increasing strength and flexibility. An excellent way to learn to gauge and meet the ever changing demands of daily life.

Montavilla Community Center Instructor: Star Studonivic

Chair Yoga