Wellness classes take place at the Wiles Hill Community Center, 287 Eureka Drive, and are open to all
aged 55 and over. Pre-Registration is not required. All classes are drop-in.
Senior Center Membership required to attend ($15 per year).
TRY A CLASS FOR FREE:
Sign up for a Senior Center Membership and take a class on us! New members receive one free class of their choice.
COVID- 19 UPDATES:
Class updates due to COVID-19 are listed below. Please note, some classes have not yet resumed. If a date to resume is not listed, the instructor has decided to not yet resume. Updates will be posted as they are received from instructors. Please note the following guideline before returning to class: A face covering must be worn to attend class and must be kept in place the entire time, participants must enter through the gymnasium door (not the main entrance), participants must use cash (exact change) or check to pay, participants should only bring items necessary for class into the building, and participants should exit the gymnasium immediately after class. Other questions? Please call the Center at 204-296-7002.
Yoga for Seniors- $5 per class
Instructor: Yasuko Ogashiwa
Fridays: 9-10am
RESUMES JULY 10TH.
No Monday evening class at this time.
Ballet Basics- $5-
HAS NOT YET RESUMED
Instructor: Yasuko Ogashiwa
Fridays: 10-11am
Tai Chi- $5 per class
Instructor: Cheryl Ornick
Mondays 10-11am
RESUMES JULY 6TH
Only 1 class at this time.
Cardio Fitness-$5 per class
A Whole Body, Modified Movement Workout
Instructor: Marlene Pope
TUESDAY/THURSDAY ONLY 8:30-9:30am
RESUMES JULY 7TH
Line Dancing
HAS NOT YET RESUMED
$3 per person per class
Instructor: Emy Sakakura
Thursdays
10:30am-12:00pm
WVU Exercise Physiology Interns- HAS NOT YET RESUMED
Senior status students from the WVU Exercise Physiology program partner with BOPARC at Wiles Hill to help our members achieve healthy goals. Upon request, the exercise physiology interns will complete health screenings including BMI, body fat, blood pressure, and a few quick fitness measures. The interns also staff our fitness facilities and can assist members with proper equipment usage and safety, develop a personalized training program, as well as guided exercise routines.
This individualized support and accountability can help you be your healthiest yet!
Senior Strength, Balance and Mobility Class- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays- 11AM-12PM
Student interns also instruct fitness classes designed specifically for seniors!
This class uses light weights, resistance bands, and your own body weight to improve strength while focusing on balance and mobility. Modifications available for all levels.