Upcoming Classes and Programs to be offered in Spring 2008 are as follows. Contact the fitness center at 368-2090 for the most up to date schedules and offerings.

Ozarka Will Offer Arthritis Exercise

Melbourne – Ozarka College will offer a fitness course titled “Arthritis Exercise” in the John E Miller Education Complex.  The four main components of the class will be exercise, health education, movement activities and relaxation exercises.

This twelve-week continuing education class will meet on Monday and Wednesday mornings at 11:30a.m.   Fitness Center Director Holly Ayers will coordinate the class for persons who wish to increase joint flexibility and to maintain muscle strength. 

Previous participants in this program benefited from increased functional ability and decreased pain from arthritis.  This course will follow guidelines provided by the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program.

This is an Open Enrollment Class.  Students interested should come by the Paul Miller Fitness Center or call 870-368-2090.  Course fee is $25.00.

Get On The Ball!

This class is performed with a 55cm (for heights of 5' to 5'6"), 65cm (for heights of 5'7 to 5'11"), or 75cm (6" and above) Swiss Ball.  This class is designed to develop core strength and stability, motor control and muscle endurance, without adding bulk.  This low impact class will strengthen, tone, and increase your overall core muscles.  Be ready to challenge your entire body and have a great time!  All exercises are done on the stability balls and/or floor mats.  This class is designed for beginners or the advanced fitness guru.  Wear comfortable clothing and bring your fitness ball.  The fitness center balls will be first come first serve.

Date:

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:15-6:00 p.m.

January 29-March 13

Location:

 John E Miller Building

Cost:

$35

Additional Information:

Participants must provide their own Fitness Ball

***Fitness Balls can be purchased for $18 each through the instructor.***

For More Information:

Contact

Holly Ayers at 368-2090 or hayers@ozarka.edu

Active Living Every Day Program

Date: Spring 2008

Time: Tuesdays 2:00-3:15p.m.

Location:  Ozarka College-Melbourne

Cost: No cost for 55+Students

(includes class, ALED book, and access to ALED Web site and online study guide)

NOTE: This class is currently filled for Spring of 2008.  Additional classes will be offered in the future.  Call 368-2090 for more information.

Physical Activity---It's easier than you think!

• Do you know you should get more exercise, but don't know how?
• Are you frustrated because you've started exercise programs before, but failed?
  

If so, you're not alone. But there's good news.  The Active Living Every Day (ALED) program can help you get on track and stay there.

Active Living Everyday Is Like No Exercise Class You've Ever Been To.

In fact, you won't exercise at all in your weekly Active Living classes.  Instead, you'll find ways to be active every day: at work, at home, on vacation, etc.  Active Living Every Day works because you'll learn the skills you need to become and stay physically active.  Skills such as: 

• Overcoming  barriers of physical activity
• Setting realistic goals
• Building confidence
• Staying Motivated

Active Living Every Day classes are practical and personalized.  We understand that you have a busy life, and that everyone's situation is unique.  In Active Living Every Day you will discover ways to become active that work for you.