Winter Classes for Active Adults Now Registering for January

The Hoffman Estates Park District (HE Parks) announces its 2018 schedule of exciting classes for individuals over the age of 50. Classes meet at either the Triphahn Center at 1685 W. Higgins Rd. or Willow Recreation Center at 3600 Huntington Blvd. Classes begin in January and run through April or May.

The Active Adult Center at Triphahn Center was renovated in 2017 and expanded to 4,200 sq. ft including a new game room with new equipment, fireside lounge, kitchen and activity rooms.

The classes are open to residents and non-residents. Those who are interested can visit heparks.org for details and to register, call 847-885-7500 or register in person at an HE Parks facility. Classes include:

Gentle Yoga - Yoga can promote healing as participants' stress level is reduced and they learn to interact differently with everyday stresses. It can also decrease blood pressure, heart rate and respiratory rate while giving participants a renewed sense of energy and focus. Expect gentle stretching and modified exercises, which incorporate deep breathing and poses to strengthen and bring flexibility and greater balance to the body. Participants should bring a ¼" yoga mat, block, strap and towel to class and dress comfortably. A variety of days and times is available including mornings and afternoons, weekdays and weekends at the Triphahn Center. Fee is $63 for residents and $68 for non-residents. Register with program #215324.

Basic Exercise & Movement - This class will burn calories and increase energy with low impact cardio exercise. Activities are designed to strengthen the entire body including the heart, and all muscle groups using tubes, small balls, stretching and strengthening. Participants will learn how to move the body to become stronger and more fit. Plenty of fun, laughter and great music are included. Register for two classes, and get 10% off the second class. Choose from multiple six-week sessions that take place at the Triphahn Center from 10:30-11:15 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April. Each 6-week session is $28 for residents and $33 for non-residents. Register for two classes and receive 10% off the second class, with program #215325.

Tai Chi - T'ai Chi Ch'uan's slow, nonstrenuous, fluid movements offers life-long health maintenance. This quiet, therapeutic exercise sharpens and calms the mind, loosens and strengthens the body offering greater freedom and range of motion while improving balance, coordination, breathing, circulation and posture. Class runs for 6-weeks at the Triphahn Center from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays through May. Each six-week session is $65 for residents and $70 for non-residents. Register with program #215337.

Chair Fitness - In this easy-for-nearly-everyone class, participants learn how to work the body to develop strength, flexibility, and all-around good health - from the comfort of a chair. Class runs for 6-weeks at the Triphahn Center from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays through May. Each six-week session is $28 for residents and $33 for non-residents. Register with program #215347.

Chair Yoga - Experience the benefits of gentle yoga from the comfort of a chair. Feel the multiple health and neurological benefits from yoga without having to stand. While seated in chairs, participants will be led in twists, hip stretches, and mild back bends all while developing strength, stability, and flexibility in mind, body, and spirit. Two six-week sessions are available on Tuesdays from 10-10:45 a.m. at the Triphahn Center through April. Fee is $46 for residents and $51 for non-residents. Register with program #215348.

Ageless Grace - Ageless Grace is the cutting-edge body and brain fitness program consisting of 21 simple exercises that activate all five functions of the brain and all systems of the body. It's always fun; there are no techniques to learn, and participants can't get it wrong. Some exercises are similar to yoga, tai chi and balance; others incorporate play and imagination, providing more cardio, strengthening and flexibility. Classes run Thursdays from 2-2:45 p.m. at the Triphahn Center. Three six-week sessions are offered from January-May. Fee is $60 for residents and $65 for non-residents. Register with program #215349.