Exercise & Wellness

Exercise and Wellness at the Lakeview Center

Walk With Ease: A program from the Arthritis Foundation.

Begins: March, 5 2012

Monday & Wednesday: 10:00am

$65per person for eight weeks.

Is getting in shape on your list of things to do for the new year? Do you suffer from or are you at risk Arthritis? This walking program is designed for folks wanting to get more exercise and is appropriate for the young & old, male & female and the not-so-fit. The only prerequisite is the ability to be on your feet for at least ten minutes without increased pain. Class size is limited, sign up now!

Successful Aging Support Group

Monday's: March 5th through April 23rd

5:30 -6:30pm

Free

Getting older is not always easy. In addition to the physical changes there are emotional challenges faced by older adults. Having a positive outlook and aging is a healthy way are hard to do without being able to express and process the stress that comes with aging. This will be a casual and informal meeting, open to anyone over 60, meant to provide a comfortable environmental for expression and discussion in addition to some basic education on aging successfully.

This group will be facilitated a Licensed social worker from the Council on Aging as well as contributors on wellness, diet, a professional counselors.

Please call to register for this class by:

February 29th. 669-8610

Cooking with Diabetes

This class will focus on adjusting recipes with diabetes in mind. The class will experiment with sugar substitutes and whole grains. Class size is limited so register early by calling Cathy at the Cooperative Extension: 255-5522.

When: Last Wednesdays, February through April, 2:30-5:00pm. Register for one or all three.

Location: Lakeview Center, 401 Laurel Circle Drive, upper level

Cost: $10 per class

Registration: Call Cathy at Buncombe County Cooperative Extension: 255-5522.

Qigong

(pronounced "chee-gong") is a practice of aligning breath, movement, and awareness for exercise, healing and meditation. A great class for all fitness levels to help you with balance, mental clarity and focus.

Starts January 5th, 2012

Location: Lakeview upper level

Day: Thursdays / 1:45 to 3:00pm

Cost: $10 per class

Heart Health and You!

Monday, February 20th, 2012

11:00am

Healthridge Pharmacy will be here to lead us in an education discussion on various ways to keep our hearts strong and healthy! February is Heart Health Month so join us for an opportunity to learn more on the subject... BP checks will also be administered at this time.

Did You Know??

Healthridge Pharmacy does BP checks here each month? Free, fast and no Dr. appointment needed. They will be here 2/20 at 11:00am.
Wireless internet is available the Center 24/7!!
We can help you make appointment's to see a Lawyer at Pisgah Legal and to get assistance to do your taxes?
Transportation is available to come to our lunch site each day?

Call today for more information about any of these opportunities!

This month's program spotlight is:

Walk with Ease

Monday/Wednesday's,

Starts March 5th

10:00am

Lakeview Senior Center.

Weather Policy

Please note that the Lakeview Senior Center follows BuncombeCounty Schools during inclement weather.

If Buncombe County Schools are closed so are we. Please check with your individual class leader if you have any questions regarding your program.

Low Impact Aerobics

The Lakeview Senior Center offers two low-impact aerobic classes that incorporate light weights, as well as stretching. Classes are offered on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday each week at 8 AM upstairs and 9AM downstairs. Donations are accepted.

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8 to 9AM & 9 to 9:50AM

Call for more information: 828-669-8610

square dancing lessons

This is a beginning level square-dancing group that is designed for all levels. Please come and meet new people, get some light exercise for your body and brain and have fun!

Location: Lakeview Clubhouse (up-stairs)

Days: Every Tuesday from 1:00 to 2:30

Cost: $2 per class