Yoga
Gentle Mat Yoga
Learn a gentle form of yoga with modified movements and proper breathing techniques. Offered on Tuesdays in 6-week sessions unless otherwise noted. See fees below.
Sessions
- November 5 - December 17, 2024
- Session 1: 9 - 10 a.m.
- Session 2: 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
- NO CLASS November 26
Chair Yoga
A modified form of yoga, using exercise principles of traditional yoga to increase participant's health and fitness by replacing a floor mat with a chair. Offered on Fridays in 6-week sessions unless otherwise noted. See fees below.
Sessions
- November 8 - December 20
- Session 1: 9 - 10 a.m.
- Session 2: 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
- NO CLASS November 29
Fees
- 6-week Session: $42 for Bloomington residents, $54 for nonresidents
- Drop-in: $11 for Bloomington residents, $13 for nonresidents.
- Available when space permits
- Cancellation policy applies.
- Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.
Fun Functional Fitness
Improve strength, balance, and flexibility in this 45-minute class. Light weights and bands will be provided for a total body workout. Class will be modified for all abilities.
- Thursdays, 12 - 12:45 p.m.
- 6-week session September 12 - October 31, 2024 (No class Oct. 10 & 17)
- 6-week session November 7 - December 19, 2024 (No class Nov. 28)
- Fees: $42 - Bloomington resident / $54 - nonresident
- Location: Room 110
- Registration: Required. Register online at Webtrac
- Download, print and/or share: Fun Functional Fitness flyer (coming soon)
Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL)
**SAIL is on summer hiatus. Program returns in September, 2024**
The hour long classes include a warmup, low impact aerobics, balance exercises, strength training with weights, stretching exercises, and an educational component. SAIL can accommodate people with a mild level of mobility difficulty and those who are regularly active. The exercises focus on improving flexibility, bone and muscle strength, and overall fitness—important activities that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling.
- Tuesdays and Fridays
- 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
- All equipment provided.
- Registration required.
- Download, print and share the SAIL Flyer
Low Impact Exercise
Offering a light and moderate way to exercise, this class focuses on balance, low impact aerobics and strength training at not cost.
This is a video-guided class.
- Mondays, 9 - 10 a.m. and 10 - 11 a.m.
- Fridays, 9 - 10 a.m. and 10 - 11 a.m.
- No Friday 10 am class January 19, February 16, March 22, April 19, May 17, June 21, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, and December 13.
Walking Club
Join in the fun of the Creekside Walking Club!
2024 season begins May 7. Attend the first session and receive a free gift, while supplies last.
This free program meets Tuesday mornings at various Bloomington parks. A Parks and Recreation Department staff member will lead a 1–3 mile hike. Participants can go at their own pace and distance.
Walking Club focuses on socialization and enjoying the great outdoors. Often referred to as the best exercise, walking offers health benefits that include (but are not limited to):
- Strengthening the heart
- Lowering blood sugar
- Easing joint pain
- Boosting immune function
- Burning calories
- Improving mood
- Extending life expectancy
- Toning legs
- Enhancing creative thinking
Source: Healthline.com
Meeting locations and routes are sent via email to registered participants the previous Friday.
Download/print/share the 2024 season-opening Walking Club flyer.
Registration: Required online at blm.mn/webtrac.
Fee: Free
Where: Locations vary
When: Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
