Healthy aging is a lifelong process that encourages enrichment, independence, social engagement and—fun! Program classes are taught by experienced instructors who enjoy working with all ages and levels of mobility. Registration first day of class.

Getting older is inevitable.  Aging is optional.

February 24 – March 27, 2025

 

 Just Sing! and Just Sing Two!

Just Sing! Have you always wanted to sing but have never felt you could? Maybe you used to sing and feel a little rusty? This class is for you. Learn how your voice works with breathing exercises and fun tunes, while you gain the many benefits of singing. We know you can do it—just sing!

Wed  12 – 1pm 

Just Sing Two!   Continue your exploration of singing with the next level of Just Sing.   Learn more about how the voice works, increase your range and your tonal memory.  But most of all have a great time singing fun songs.

Wed 1 – 2 pm

Carol Ryder, Instructor

1/15-2/12

Gentle Yoga for Strength and Mobility

Restore your balance and manage your stress with this gentle yoga class.  Class will include breath work, mobility, myofacial release self-message and restortive rest. Ali has been teaching yoga since 2009.  She has trained in alignment, Yoga for mental and emotional health, plus therapeutics and recovery.

Ali McCall, Instructor

Tuesdays 9:30 - 10:30am

Beginner Line Dancing

Did you know that “motion is the lotion?” Exercise your body and brain at the same time. Let’s have fun learning the basic steps of line dancing. There’ll be a little bit of country and old favorites to get you going.

Tom Schrader, Instructor

Thur. 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Rockin’ Oldies Low Impact Movement

Does the music of the 50s and 60s get you up on your feet? This fun class will focus on balance, rhythm, and keeping your body active, all set to favorite toe-tappin’ oldies! All levels of mobility welcome.  It’s too much fun!

Katie Strombeck, Instructor

Wed 2- 3pm

              Getting Published

.  Pre-register 

Do you have a story or a poem that you would like to get published? Take the guessing out of submitting your work by learning about formatting your work, your elevator pitch, publisher inquiry letter plus how to strengthen your bio to get noticed. Get a start on researching the multitude of publications large and small that publish stories or poems in similar genre to your work.  $75

James Donzella, Instructor

Saturday 3/01. 10am - 12:30pm

On The Move

On the Move was developed by physical therapists at the University of Pittsburgh. The group researched exercises that are designed for older adults to target the timing and coordination of walking. The program challenges the brain to match the timing and sequences of your movements with posture to improve and maintain smooth and efficient walking.

Carl McGahan, Instructor

Thurs. 11:15am - 12:15pm

Come Meet Your Body

Do you have pain, discomfort, or limited mobility? Discover how your body’s habits are affecting your daily movements. Through a series of simple activities you can improve your balance and mitigate its discomfort. So come meet your body and understand how the two of you can work together for a more comfortable and active life.

Carl McGahan, Instructor

Thurs. 10 - 11am

Interested in Our Classes?

 Classes are held at HLOC’s SPACE
92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata
5 week session $50 (10% discount for multiple classes)

For pre-registation or more information email info@hloc.org 

Registration and payment IN CLASS.

Is there a class you would like to see HLOC offer? Let us know and we will find a teacher.