The Mentor Senior Center offers many fitness, exercise and wellness programs. For details on any class listed or to register online, just click the title of the class.

Low Impact Aerobics
This 45-minute energetic aerobics class is designed for able-bodied seniors, with a small amount of resistance bands and weights. Classes are offered year-round at these times:

Senior Shape-Up in Chairs
This class includes seated and standing exercise for increased flexibility and strength. A variety of tools are used including resistance bands, weights, balls and plates. A small amount of low impact aerobics is included to increase mobility. Class is offered year-round.

Weight Training
This strength class is designed to build muscle strength and bone density. Resistance bands and weights will be used while standing, while seated, and with mats on the floor. Class is offered year-round.

Arthritis Exercise Class
This class is designed to help those with joint or muscle problems achieve improved joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance in order to improve the performance of their daily activities. Class consists of exercise (stretching, strengthening, and endurance routines), health education, movement activities and relaxation exercises.

Exercise Equipment Training
Learn how to use the cardiovascular equipment (including the treadmill, bikes, chair elliptical and standing elliptical) and the Tuff Stuff strength equipment safely in these 2 sessions. Class will include instruction on proper form, seat settings, and weight settings. You will get a workout card to track your progress and practice assignments between the 2 sessions to help you retain what you learn. Classes are limited to 4 participants and are taught by Certified Personal Fitness instructors. Day time and evening classes are offered on a regular basis.

Personal Fitness Training
A certified personal trainer will work with you to develop personalized training targeted toward specific fitness goals. You can chose from private, one on one instruction, or schedule with a friend for semi-private instruction. Services are available by appointment only. The first session must be a 50 minute session. Call the Mentor Senior Center to register. Checks will be made payable to the instructor at the beginning of the session.  Online registration is not available for this activity.
Tuesday & Thursday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.      Sharon Benner
Tuesday & Thursday, 7:45 – 9:15 p.m.      Barb Bensi
Wednesday, 6-9 p.m.                                     Ray Smith

Private Instruction 50 minutes: $35
Private Instruction 25 minutes: $18
Semi-Private Instruction 50 minutes: $50
Semi-Private Instruction 25 minutes: $30

Water Exercise at Heisley
This 45-minute water exercise class is designed especially for those 55 and older. The certified instructor provides clear instruction from the pool deck. Class includes a warm up and shallow water exercises including cardio, toning and strength. This is a very popular program offered year-round.

Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program is designed to safely keep your joints moving and allows you to exercise without placing excessive strain on your joints and muscles. The gentle activities in warm water will help you gain strength and flexibility and enjoy decreased pain and stiffness.

Line Dancing
Enjoy a variety of music and dances, including popular wedding dances. These classes are a great way to have fun with others. Line dance helps us stay physically fit and mentally alert. Class is held on Monday or Wednesday and is generally offered year-round.

Line Dancing For Very Beginners
This very beginners class is for participants who have never done line dance. The most basic steps will be broken down so you can join ongoing classes at a later date.

Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an especially effective exercise modality for older adults. It is a meditative and energetic form, one of the national treasures of China. This class is the Wu style of Tai Chi.

Pilates
Pilates is a conditioning program based on the work of Joseph Pilates that improves muscle control, flexibility, coordination, and strength. Become more aware of your body and learn to use your core. The class consists primarily of floor work. You will need to bring an exercise mat to class each week.

Yoga – Three Days A Week
Yoga is an ancient system of philosophy and practices. The yoga classes are a mixture of gentle stretches combined with traditional yoga postures. The sense of wellness acquired through practice is caused by easing muscle tension, massaging internal organs, and improving flexibility of the joints. The challenge of this practice lies in the coordination of breath with movement, which encourages quieting and relaxing the mind, focus and balance. Please bring a yoga mat and a firm cushion; wear loose or stretchy clothes for yoga classes. Yoga one hour and fifteen minutes and is offered year-round.

Stretch and Balance
This 30 minute class will incorprate stretching and balance exercises to increase your flexibility and balance. We will use a rope and mat to stretch all the major muscle groups. Ropes will be provided. Please bring your own mat.

Zumba Gold
Join us for this great new class. The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you’ve got a Zumba® class! This class tailors the Zumba class to the active older adult. Come check it out.

Easy Ways to Register

In-Person or Drop-Off Mentor Senior Center, 8484 Munson Rd., Mentor, Ohio 44060
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  Fill out our registration form. Pay by cash, check, VISA or Mastercard.

Phone-In Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (440) 974-5720 Visa or Mastercard Accepted

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