October's focus will be Water, Optimize Health

In this class we will focus on Health Promotion and Lifestyle for wellness optimization.

Through open discussions and actively creating plans for healthier eating and lifestyle, each month will focus on how to begin making nutritional plans and lifestyle choices which we know can be a challenge for us. We hear to eat this, not that. Move this way not that way. This is bad for you. You must do this and go there. Old habits die hard. So where do you begin? Join us monthly and bring a notebook and folder for handouts as Sharon provides coaching to support you in your healthy living plan. 

Topics may include, but are not limited to:

• Creating a personal wellness plan and implementing daily-life changes
• Detox and the role of water
• Organ health eating plan
• Making healthier choices
• Environment and lifestyle influences
• Understanding inflammation
• Sleep, insomnia, and creating new habits for sound sleep
• The “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” food lists
• Keys to longevity, stress, mental and emotional  well being and more

What you think you know may have changed: check in and ask questions.

This one day class will meet on Monday, October 26 from 2 - 3 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

For ages 18 and up.

The strength-training portion focuses on the muscle strength needed for everyday activities such as lifting groceries, carrying objects, standing from a chair, climbing stairs, and maintaining good posture. Exercises target all major muscle groups and can be modified for a variety of fitness levels.

The stretching portion is designed to increase flexibility, improve joint range of motion, reduce stiffness, and promote relaxation.

Benefits:

• Increased functional strength
• Improved posture and body mechanics
• Enhanced flexibility and mobility
• Better performance of daily activities
• Support for bone and joint health
• Reduced risk of injury
• Greater confidence and independence

All classes are designed specifically for older adults and can be modified to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels, ensuring participants are both challenged and successful in a safe, supportive environment.

Equipment needed: 

• Dumbbells,
• Supportive Athletic Shoes,
• Yoga Mat and strap (optional - all stretching can be done from a chair),
• water bottle,
• towel

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 and Dec. 7 from 1:30 - 3 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

NO CLASS SESSIONS on Nov. 23 and Dec. 14, 21, 28.

For ages 18 and up.

Designed to help older adults improve stability, coordination, and confidence in everyday movement. Using dumbbells and bodyweight exercises, participants perform balance drills and functional movement training that support safe, efficient movement throughout daily life.

Activities focus on strengthening the muscles that contribute to balance, improving mobility, enhancing body awareness, and practicing movement patterns such as stepping, reaching, turning, bending, and transitioning from sitting to standing.

Benefits

• Improved balance and stability
• Enhanced mobility and flexibility
• Better coordination and reaction time
• Increased confidence with daily activities
• Reduced risk of falls
• Improved functional movement and independence
• Greater overall quality of life

All classes are designed specifically for older adults and can be modified to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels, ensuring participants are both challenged and successful in a safe, supportive environment.

Equipment needed: 

• Dumbbells,
• Supportive Athletic Shoes,
• Yoga Mat and strap (optional - all stretching can be done from a chair),
• water bottle,
• towel

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Nov. 4, 18 and Dec. 2, 9 from 12 - 1 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084) 

NO CLASS SESSIONS on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30

For ages 18 and up.

The strength-training portion focuses on the muscle strength needed for everyday activities such as lifting groceries, carrying objects, standing from a chair, climbing stairs, and maintaining good posture. Exercises target all major muscle groups and can be modified for a variety of fitness levels.

The stretching portion is designed to increase flexibility, improve joint range of motion, reduce stiffness, and promote relaxation.

Benefits:

• Increased functional strength
• Improved posture and body mechanics
• Enhanced flexibility and mobility
• Better performance of daily activities
• Support for bone and joint health
• Reduced risk of injury
• Greater confidence and independence

All classes are designed specifically for older adults and can be modified to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels, ensuring participants are both challenged and successful in a safe, supportive environment.

Equipment needed: 

• Dumbbells,
• Supportive Athletic Shoes,
• Yoga Mat and strap (optional - all stretching can be done from a chair),
• water bottle,
• towel

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Nov. 4, 18 and Dec. 9 from 1:30 - 3 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

NO CLASS SESSIONS on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 2, 16, 23, 30

For ages 18 and up.

A dynamic total-body workout that alternates between low-impact cardio intervals and dumbbell-based strength training to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and endurance.

Participants move through alternating rounds of easy-to-follow aerobic exercise and full-body strength training. The low-impact format minimizes stress on the joints while still providing an effective workout suitable for active older adults.

Benefits:

• Improved cardiovascular endurance
• Increased muscular strength and endurance
• Enhanced balance and coordination
• Better functional fitness for everyday activities
• Support for healthy bones and joints
• Increased energy and vitality
• Fun, social, and motivating exercise experience

All classes are designed specifically for older adults and can be modified to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels, ensuring participants are both challenged and successful in a safe, supportive environment.

Equipment needed: 

• Dumbbells,
• Supportive Athletic Shoes,
• water bottle,
• towel

Class sessions will be on Thursdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19 and Dec. 3, 10 from 2:30 - 3:30 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine).

NO CLASS SESSIONS on Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

For ages 18 and up.

STA Strong BHOF (Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation) Education Group: This group meets bimonthly to learn about prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis. 

This program will meet on Wednesday, December 2 from 1:30 to 2:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.