Walking Club - Hampden Academy 

Too cold, dark and slippery outside to walk? Join our indoor walking club. Please change out of your boots into a good pair of walking shoes. Stay on the ground level or challenge yourself by walking between the first and second floors. This is an independent program with no instruction provided.

Tues, Weds, and Thurs March 19 - May 30 

(No Walking April 16, 17, 18)        6 - 8 pm

Course fee: $8

Strength and Balanced for Senior Fitness: Virtual - 6 weeks

Reaching balanced wellness by working on strengthening and stretching the muscles, preventing falls, improving cardiovascular and bone density health. This class is progressive and increases your overall well-being throughout the 6 week session.

Instructor: Michelle Spencer

Mondays: 9:00-10:00 am

Starting: April 29 - June3   ($35)

Cost: $35 each session

*Adult Education is closed/no classes held on: 1/15, 2/19-2/23, 3/10, 4/15-4/19, and 5/27 *

Become A Hospice Volunteer

Have you ever thought of being a hospice volunteer? Hospice volunteers visit with patients who have a life expectancy of 6 months or less.  We offer companionship, support and friendship; we help patients make the most of every day.  Join me for one evening where we will first talk about what you can expect as a Beacon Hospice Volunteer.  And then using your smartphone, laptop or tablet, we will begin the process of applying.  All of the training and onboarding is online after that.

Instructor: Crystal Mills - Regional Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

Date: Monday, April 28    5-7pm

Cost: $5

Tai Chi Session 2 - Hermon Covey Physical Therapy

Tai Chi - Hermon Covey Physical Therapy

Barbara Anne Cookson

Tai Chi is a form of gentle exercise and moving meditation, with many benefits to mental and physical health. In this 45 minute weekly class, you will be led through a Tai Chi Flow and learn The 8 Form for Beginners, a practice you can take with you to improve balance, strength, and a sense of calmness and well-being.  Instructor: Barbara Anne Cookson is a Health and Wellness Coach, Licensed Massage Therapist, Motivational Speaker, and Certified Begin With Breath Tai Chi Instructor.

Session 1 Tuesdays, April 30 - June 4         6pm - 6:45pm

Course fee: $150 / session

Chakra and Energy Balancing 101

Perhaps you know about Chakras, those little energy centers in your body that work to keep you physically and emotionally healthy… or maybe it’s all new to you and you’ve only heard the term and have limited knowledge about them.  As a Pranic energy Healer I want to help dispel the mysteries!  In Chakra and Energy balancing 101, we’ll discuss just what these energy centers are, what their jobs are, what happens when they’re not functioning at their optimal level and more importantly - we’ll do a ½ hour guided meditation to actually clear and balance them out!  1 ½  hour class 

Instructor: Angie Welch

Date:Tues - April 30  6-7:30pm

Cost: $ 25 per student.  

No Class Limit (Minimum 6 to hold the class)

Pickleball - Armstrong Tennis Center

George Ouelette

Fun, social, and great exercise, pickleball combines elements of badminton, ping pong and tennis. Considered one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, pickleball can be played at many levels, and is a great sport for people of all ages. In this class you will learn all of the basics to begin playing this great game. Please indicate which session you would like to attend when registering. All classes are at Armstrong Tennis Center, 60 Mecaw Rd. Hampden. 

Session 2:  Saturday, May 18         5 - 7 pm 

ARE YOU HAVING TROUBLE CONTROLLING THE WAY YOU EAT? 

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers a solution for all forms of food addiction. Many people are finding recovery in FA from obesity, under-eating, bulimia, and obsession with food and weight. There are no dues or fees. Come join a one night Zoom informational session. 

Tuesday,

Tuesday May 21, 2024 6:30-8pm EST

To preserve confidentiality, and meeting ID and Passcode call Coordinator (Sharon) for access information (207) 250-7373, or email fa.newcastle.maine@gmail.com

Session online and by phone. 

A Female Advantage

A comprehensive guide to women’s fitness and wellness teaches you how to use knowledge about your female body to exercise smarter, breathedeeper, boost your metabolism, strengthen your core and pelvic floor, andimprove your endurance and performance. You will learn how to optimize your breathing pattern to increase oxygen delivery to your muscles and brain, adjust your exercise intensity and duration to match your hormonal cycle, prevent common injuries and imbalances that affect women.

Instructor: Carole Freeman

Date: Self Paced, On-Demand

Cost: $47