Programs

Active Aging

Coffee Talk
Informative discussions hosted by Patti Binard, ACAC's registered nurse, in the Albemarle Square conference room. Free coffee! Sign up at the Member Services desk.
Wednesdays - 10:00 - 11:00am

I've Fallen and Can't Get Up!
Albemarle Square - Sep 10 or 17
Are you afraid of getting down on the floor because you think you might not get back up? Don't miss this opportunity to learn a few tips on getting back up from ACAC Personal Trainer Phil Rowland.

Acupuncture
Sep 19
Stacy McCurdy, a licensed acupuncturist, discusses the benefits of acupuncture for health and wellness.

Sleep Apnea
Albemarle Square - Oct 1 or 15
What is sleep apnea? Isaiah Lester from CPS Medical explains the types, symptoms, and risk factors of sleep apnea.

Functional Workouts: Training the Way We Move
Oct 17
Learn how your workouts can better support your everyday activities with Phil Rowland, ACAC Personal Trainer and Fitness Specialist.

Nutrition Strikes Again!
Albemarle Square - Nov 5 or Nov 19
Join ACAC's registered dietitians to learn how we can best fuel our bodies.

Adult Incontinence
Nov 21
Melissa Signoretti, a physical therapy assistant and bladder health specialist, discusses how physical therapy can help treat bladder control issues.

Holiday NIA Party
Albemarle Square - Dec 3 or 17
What is a party without good food, friendship, and DANCING! Join Kat Draego, one of ACAC's Nia instructors, for an interactive holiday NIA experience.

Heart Disease
Dec 19
Join Patti Binard, ACAC's registered nurse, to learn more about the different types of heart disease, as well as prevention, and treatment of this condition.

Group Classes
Group exercise classes are perfect for individuals who like to work out with friends. Friendly, certified instructors ensure that participants exercise safely and have fun. If you are new to group exercise, consider trying the following classes:

• Alexander Technique - By freeing the neck and spine of unnecessary tension, you can improve ease and freedom of movement, balance, stability and coordination. Benefits include chronic pain relief, better daily functioning, and improved sports performance.
• Aqua Strength - Aquatic workouts utilize the unique properties of water to strengthen and tone the entire body. Participants use Styrofoam dumbbells in the warm water pool.
• Arthritis Plus - Activities and exercises approved by the Arthritis Foundation promote functional endurance and increase flexibility and strength.
• Balance - Experience a wide range of exercises and movements that improve balance, increase core strength, and reduce the fear of falling.
• Easy Does It Yoga - A slower-paced, relaxing yoga class.
• Lite-n-Lively - A low-impact, light to moderate intensity workout.
• Mat Pilates 101 - Learn the essentials for a safe, effective Pilates mat workout.
• Niatm Lite - A lighter version of this energizing and creative form of movement, Nia is a lifestyle practice to help you achieve physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual fitness.
• Pump Lite - Increase muscular strength and endurance in this light strength training class.
• Stretch Your Horizons - A gentle, effective stretching class.
• Tai Chi - Tai Chi is a martial art characterized by soft, slow, flowing movements performed with precision. This meditation in motion emphasizes relaxation, improves balance, increases muscle tone, and decreases stress.
• Water Exercise - This class incorporates aquatic cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility exercises that are appropriate for participants of all levels.

For a complete class schedule, click here or pick up a schedule at the Member Services desk.