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Community-Focused Fitness for Seniors
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things an older adult can do to maintain and improve their overall well-being and quality of life. The research is extensive and conclusive: physically active adults are happier, demonstrate greater cognitive function, suffer fewer chronic diseases, and enjoy greater independence later in life.
MAC is blessed to have a vital and vibrant community of seniors and is committed to doing everything possible to keep them moving, building friendships, and enjoying life to the fullest. MAC looks for myriad opportunities to engage senior members in both social and athletic events, but for sheer “bang for your buck,” group exercise classes are an incredible way to foster a sense of community and emotional support while also improving physical health.
The club is proud to offer a wide variety of amazing classes for its most respected older members. All group exercise classes are open and welcoming, but the ones below are among the most accessible. Members are always welcome to observe a class before participating, or speak with MAC’s Fitness Concierge for more guidance or information about these sessions.
Mind/Body
Balance and Posture
Tuesday & Thursday, 1 p.m., Studio One
Beginner Tai Chi
Tuesday, 10:15 a.m., Studio Three
Tai Chi
Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 1:45 p.m., Studio One
Beginning Tai Chi
Wednesday, 1 p.m., Studio One
The Ellové Technique
May involve getting up and down from mat; participants may use barre or wall for balance.
Monday, 9 a.m., Studio Two
Tuesday & Thursday, 11:30 a.m., Studio One
Wednesday, 10 a.m., Stadium Studio
Friday, 8:30 a.m., Studio Three
Gentle Yoga
Tuesday, 8:30 a.m., Studio Two
Pure Stretch
Monday & Friday, 10:15 a.m., Studio Two
MELT
Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., Studio Three
Friday, 11 a.m., Studio Three
Restorative Yoga
Sunday, 4 p.m., Studio Two
Yoga Foundations
May involve getting up and down from mat
Friday, 8:30 a.m., Studio Two
Sunday, 2:30 p.m., Studio Two
Essential Mat Pilates
Monday, 9:30 a.m., Studio Three
Strength
Senior Strength
Monday & Friday, 12:30 p.m., Studio One
Intermediate Senior Strength
Monday, 3:15 p.m., Studio One
Cardio
Senior Social Spin
No cycling experience needed
Monday, 11 a.m., Stadium Studio
Cardio Dance – Low Impact
Thursday, 2:15 p.m., Studio One
Cardio Sculpt
This is a cardio class with choreography and low to medium impact.Wednesday, 9 a.m., Studio Two
Virtual — Zoom Classes
Non-Impact Aerobics
Monday & Thursday, 8 a.m.Wednesday, 9 a.m.
Stretch and Tone
Tuesday, 8 a.m.
Water Fitness
With the much-anticipated Sun Deck Pool renovation happening this fall, the pool is set to close from Sept. 15 through May 2025. Fortunately, most Sun Deck Pool water fitness programming has been relocated to the West Pool to minimize disruption and ensure members can still have access to many of the classes they love.
Additionally, the Fitness & Aquatics teams have purchased stairs to be placed in the West Pool, making pool access easier for those who are unable to use the ladder.
The fall water fitness class schedule, which takes effect Sept. 16, is below. Classes are in the West Pool unless otherwise noted.
Monday
7:45 a.m. Deep Water
9 a.m. Deep Water
10 a.m. Deep Water
10 a.m. Shallow
12:30 p.m. Deep Water
Tuesday
6 a.m. Deep/Shallow
7 a.m. Deep/Shallow
8 a.m. Aqua Pilates
8 a.m. Deep Water HIIT
9 a.m. Cardio H2O
10 a.m. Deep/Shallow
10 a.m. Water Running (50-meter Pool)
12:30 p.m. Deep Water
Wednesday
7:45 a.m. Deep Water
9 a.m. Deep Water
10 a.m. Deep Water
11 a.m. Deep Water
12:30 p.m. Deep Water
Thursday
6 a.m. Deep/Shallow
7 a.m. Deep/Shallow
8 a.m. Aqua Pilates
8 a.m. Deep Water HIIT
9 a.m. Cardio H2O
10 a.m. Water Running (50-meter Pool)
10 a.m. Deep/Shallow
12:30 p.m. Deep Water
Friday
7:45 a.m. Deep Water
9 a.m. Deep Water
10 a.m. Deep Water
10 a.m. Shallow
12:30 p.m. Deep Water
Saturday
7 a.m. Deep/Shallow