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 purchase punch cards at the Baird Wellness Center. Punch cards are a way to “pay as you go” to land and aquatic 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. Punch cards will be available for purchase at the Baird Wellness Center for non-Silver Sneakers® Members.

SilverSneakers® Circuit

MON. & FRI., 8:30 – 9:15 A.M.,

BEGINNING AUG. 7

Brossman Ballroom Salon I

(Check with your insurance for coverage)

Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers® ball is alternated with non-impact aerobics choreography. The class starts Aug. 7 and will run continuously. Punch cards will be available at the Baird Wellness Center for non-Silver Sneakers® members.

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

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.

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.

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. 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.

MV Tour de Force

AUG. 1 – 31

Free

Keep track of your accumulative miles each week on any piece of cardio equipment OR track your miles outside! Every Monday, turn in your total accumulated miles to Kendall Somer, wellness specialist. The program weeks will run Monday-Sunday for the month of August. You will need your own tracking device for this program. Conversion charts available upon request. Email or call if you have any questions and to register between July 10 – 31: ksomer@masonicvillages.org or call ext. 33783 or 717-361-5699, option 4.

Supporting Parkinson’s

TUESDAY, AUG. 8, 2 P.M.

Life Long Learning Center

Gather with a group of people with common experiences and concerns as exercise, nutrition and resources are discussed.

Water Walking

MON., WED. & FRI., AUG. 25 –

OCT. 16, 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 or punch card

Low-impact class using a variety of steps, speeds and arm movements to increase the effectiveness of this workout. Also includes exercises for strength and flexibility. Register Aug. 3 – 17.

Wave Runners

MON., WED. & FRI., AUG. 25 –

OCT. 16, 10:30 – 11:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 or punch card

Low-impact class using a variety of steps, speeds and arm movements to increase the effectiveness of this workout. Also includes exercises for strength and flexibility. Register Aug. 3 – 17.

H.I.I.T.

TUES. & THURS., AUG. 24 – OCT. 10,

8:30 – 9:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 or punch card

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. Register Aug. 3 – 17.

Aqua Fit

TUES. & THURS., AUG. 24 – OCT. 10, 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 or punch card

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. Register Aug. 3 – 17.

Flohr Pool – Open Pool Time

MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, 1 – 4 P.M.

Flohr Pool

Capacity is eight people in the water. Pool water is heated to 90 degrees for additional comfort and includes a 6-foot deep well. Spa is heated to 100 degrees. Must show MVP card for entry to pool, and swipe in with key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Call ext. 33783 for more information.

Patton Pool – Open Swim/ Lap Swim

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, NOON – 6 P.M.

Patton Pool

Four lanes are available for lap swim and two lanes for open swim. Must show MVP card for entry to pool, and swipe in with key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Call ext. 33783 for more information.

Brossman Outdoor Pool –Open Swim

MAY 27 – SEPT. 4, NOON – 6 P.M.

Brossman Pool

Must show MVP card for entry to pool, and scan barcode on 2023 Brossman Outdoor Pool season pass. A season pass will be issued the first time you visit the pool. Please note: times are subject to change due to lifeguard available. Call ext. 33783 for more information.