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NIA Moving to music that invigorates and inspires, we cycle through dynamics of power and strength, grace and flexibility. This is fitness that respects who you are, where you’ve come from, and where you want to go. Everybody welcome. No class February 18. Instructor: Ann Marie Lisch #47704 Mondays January 7 - March 25 5:30 - 6:45 pm Filberg Rotary Hall $110/11 This one hour class offers a com- bination of deep breathing tech- niques, mindfulness meditation, and visualization skills that will help to manage chronic pain and decrease stress. Each class offers an educational component relat- ing to relaxation skills and health. Instructor: Kathi Cameron, RCC #47585 Tuesdays January 8 - February 26 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $110/8 MINDS IN MOTION This class is designed for people living with early stage memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia and a friend, family member or caregiver. Enjoy light exercise followed by activi- ties or games in a relaxed atmo- sphere. Light refreshments will be provided. Wednesdays #47256 January 9 - February 13 $60/6 #47257 February 27 - March 27 $50/5 1:00 - 3:00 pm Lower Native Sons Hall MINDFUL FITNESS FOR PAIN & STRESS MANAGEMENT

CHAIR FIT (55 years & over)

EXERCISE FOR MENTAL HEALTH

COURTENAY ADULT

A safe exercise program designed for the older exerciser or those with physical limitations that make traditional exercising difficult. Classes will incorporate upper and lower body movements and the exercises are done in and out of

Did you know that daily exercise can have the same benefits on low to moderate depression as an anti-depressant? Exercise for Mental Health will examine the mental health and cognitive ben- efits of exercise, provide you with an overview of specific exercise, and offer the tools to implement your exercise program to ensure it becomes a habit. Instructor: Kathi Cameron, RCC #47701 Saturdays

chairs - with no floor work. Instructor: Wendie Matte #47496 Tuesdays & Fridays January 8 - March 15 9:15 - 10:15 am Filberg Rotary Hall $126/21

January 26 - March 2 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $150/6

Benefits of Movement • Greater ease and range of movement • Increased balance, strength & flexibility • Improved muscle tone & coordination • Stimulation of circulation • Prevention of injuries • Boosts the immune system and reduces infections • Lower stress levels • Feel great!

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