WELLNESS

Baird Wellness Center 33783

Located in the Freemasons Cultural Center, the Baird Wellness Center offers an array of cardiovascular and strength equipment, functional training, personal training and group fitness classes. Massage therapy and wellness workshops on mind, body and spirit are also offered.

Open daily, from 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Staff are available Mon. – Fri., 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Group exercise classes are broadcast on MVTV Monday through Friday, in the morning.

Please pay and purchase punch cards at the Baird Wellness Center. Punch cards are a way to pay as you attend classes. You will receive the option of attending 10 classes per punch card, and punch cards are available for $35 each. For questions, call 717-361-5699.

SilverSneakers®Classic

TUES. & THURS., 9 – 9:45 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

(Check with your insurance for coverage). This universal class is designed to improve agility, balance, coordination and functional capabilities. Non-SilverSneakers® members pay $3.50 per class (punch card available for purchase).

Hatha Yoga

MON., 3:30 P.M., & WED., 10:15 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

This is an ongoing class. We will be on our wrists, arms and knees for certain postures. We will also focus on single leg postures. To prevent injury, if you are not comfortable with any of the above, be prepared to modify based on the suggestions the instructor provides.

Participate in our various classes to improve your physical fitness, social connections, mental health and cognition.

Breathe

TUES., 9:15 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

Enjoy this 45-minute slow, free-flowing movement class to enhance energy, balance and mind-body connection.

Sweat

MON. & FRI., 8:30 – 9:15 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

Punch card available

This class will consist of circuit training, including strength and stretching one day, and cardio and core on the second day.

Core & More

TUES. & THURS., 10:15 – 11 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

A low impact Pilates and yoga fusion class designed to strengthen core muscles, improve posture and encourage flexibility in both joints and muscles. We will focus on proper body alignment for improved balance. Please note, we will be on our wrists and knees for certain exercises and will transition from standing to the floor during class. Open to beginners, and modifications are offered throughout class to meet your fitness level.

Head Over Heels: A Fall Injury Prevention Hands-On Workshop

TUESDAYS, MARCH 21 – MAY 9, 1 – 1:45 P.M. OR 2 – 2:45 P.M.

Brossman Ballroom Salon I

$64

Register March 1 – 17 at ext. 33783

A Certified Personal Trainer will build a program based off an initial assessment to advance strength, gait and balance. We will address your agility and cognitive reaction time in order to reduce the risk of falling and the injuries associated with it. This is a progressive program, and each session will build upon the last. To realize your full potential, we ask you attend every session.

Water Walking

MON., WED. & FRI.,

MARCH 3 – APRIL 21,

9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 or punch card

Call ext. 33783 to register

This low-impact classes uses a variety of steps, speeds and arm movements, as well as exercises for strength and flexibility.

Wave Runners

MON., WED. & FRI., MARCH 3 – APRIL 21, 10:30 – 11:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 or punch card

Call ext. 33783 to register.

This low-to moderate-intensity class emphasizes cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and flexibility. Activities include water walking/ jogging, standing aerobic combinations, strengthening exercises using resistive equipment and stretching exercises.

H.I.I.T.

TUE. & THURS., MARCH 2 – APRIL 18, 8:30 – 9:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 or punch card

Call ext. 33783 to register

Jump-start your day with this 45-minute shallow water workout. This class allows you to set goals, improve your aerobic capacity, increase your metabolism and build a healthier heart. You will vary your pace and how hard you work. Push your limit, then drop back into your comfort zone, then do it again. Rev it up, recover, repeat!

Aqua Fit

TUE. & THURS., MARCH 2 – APRIL 18, 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 or punch card

Call ext. 33783 to register

Have a blast while getting a total body workout! Build your cardio fitness, strengthen your core and improve your muscle tone and flexibility with this invigorating shallow water class. You will be kept moving with a variety of activities such as water walking, jogging and strengthening exercises with resistive equipment.

Flohr Pool - Open Pool Time

MONDAY – THURSDAY, 1 – 4 P.M.

Participants must show MVP card for entry to pool and swipe in with key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Capacity is eight people in the water. Pool water is heated to 90 degrees for additional comfort and includes a 6-foot deep well. The spa is heated to 100 degrees.

Patton PoolOpen Swim/Lap Swim

MONDAY – FRIDAY, NOON – 6 P.M.

Participants must show MVP card for entry to pool and swipe in with key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Four lanes are available for lap swim, and two lanes are available for open swim.