Exercise Classes

Research shows we are an unhealthy nation coupled with the fact that as we age we lose flexibility, muscle mass, bone density, coordination and over all cardiovascular endurance.  Older adults are more likely to experience chronic diseases such as Arthritis, Hypertension, Diabetes and Heart Disease.  To help combat this problem the East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging offers a variety of classes tailored to meet a variety of needs.

Arthritis Aquatic Exercise:

The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program for adults is a recreational exercise program designed to accommodate the abilities of individuals with arthritis and other related diseases.  All classes are taught by Arthritis Foundation Certified instructors.

YMCA
Monday, Wednesday and Friday Non Members: $1.00    Members: Included in a Membership to the YMCA	9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.
NEA Clinic Wellness Center
Monday – Friday	11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday & Thursday	5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Non Members: $2.00
Members: Included in the Membership
Trim Gym
Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Non-members $2.00

                                

Deep Water Exercise:

The Arthritis Foundation Deep Water Exercise class is a more vigorous class for long term participants and for those who may tolerate more intensity or duration.  Each participant will have a floatation device to assist with the class.  Participants must know how to swim.

YMCA
Monday, Wednesday and Friday Non Members: $1.00 Members: Included in the Membership	8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (Formerly PACE):

The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program classes are low impact range of motion classroom exercises.  The classes are designed to help those who have joint and /or muscle problems achieve improved joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance in order to improve the performance of their daily activities.  All classes are taught by Arthritis Foundation Certified instructors.

EAAAA Jonesboro Conference Room
Monday & Wednesday Free of Charge	9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Wynne Fire Department
Monday & Wednesday Free of Charge	1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Tai Chi:

Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle, graceful and circular movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo.  Breathing is deepened and slowed, aiding visual and mental concentration.  The East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging teaches 2 styles of Tai Chi, the Sun Style and the Wu Style.

EAAAA Jonesboro Conference Room
Tuesday & Thursday   Free of Charge	10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Strong Woman:

The Strong Woman program, designed by Tufts University, was created for middle aged and older adult women.  Research has demonstrated that exercise with weights not only increases strength, muscle mass, and bone density, but also reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and arthritis.  Classes are for women only.

EAAAA Jonesboro Conference Room
Monday, Wednesday, Friday Free of Charge	1:30 – 2:30 p.m.