Community Classes
Each community has varying types of classes available for their residents. Read on for more details and see our class calendar for the next class.
The Village at Northridge
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is an exercise program designed specifically for people with arthritis that uses gentle activities to
- help increase joint flexibility and range of motion
- help maintain muscle strength
The class is offered a minimum of twice for an hour each week ad is the only one open to the general public.
Our classes are available to fit the participants fitness level – with exercises done while sitting, standing or on the floor. Participants who participate in the class have experienced such benefits as increased functional ability, increased self-care behaviors, decreased pain and decreased depression.
University Village of Thousand Oaks
The beauty of this class is in its simplicity, the guarantee is in the format, the motivation is in the music. Lori Michiel, your instructor provides the guidance and the drive as you move through cardio, strength, core balance and flexibility. The class is formatted so that each segment is a completely separate identity, both seated and standing. Suited for all levels.
Emeritus at Chatsworth
Our Fifty Plus Fitness class is geared towards the older adult who prefers a simplistic, low intensity and low impact session designed to make you feel more energized and flexible in your body. Posture and core exercises are emphasized. Modifications (seated and use of lighter weights) and progressions (standing with heavier weights) are key to making this safe and always fun!
Fairwinds of West Hills
The beauty of this class is in its simplicity, the guarantee is in the format, the motivation is in the music. Lori Michiel, your instructor provides the guidance and the drive as you move through cardio, strength, core balance and flexibility. The class is formatted so that each segment is a completely separate identity, both seated and standing. Suited for all levels.
Belmont Village – Hollywood Heights AND Agoura Hills Senior Retreat
Senior Motion and Strength: This fun and eclectic class set to music from the 50’s and 60’s is ideal for individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment and/or physically deconditioned. It integrates methods directly from our Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program class along with a combination of low intensity, low impact and relaxation techniques. The goal is to improve functional strength and reduce injury. All exercises are seated.
