HTH-928 ANSR-Intermediate Tai Chi

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Intermediate Tai Chi | This Intermediate Tai Chi class builds on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form learned in Beginner Tai Chi, which is required. Students continue refining slow, smooth movements coordinated with deep breathing to support physical and mental health. This standing, weight-bearing practice often called meditation in motion strengthens cardiovascular health, bones, and balance, supports joint comfort, and promotes mental clarity, improved mood, reduced anxiety, and overall wellbeing.

HTH-928 ONLN-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Beginner Tai Chi | This Beginner Tai Chi class offers a gentle, standing exercise program for mental and physical wellbeing, featuring Yang Style Simplified Short Form as taught by Master Cheng Man-Ching. Slow, smooth movements combined with deep breathing promote strength, balance, and relaxation. Often described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi supports cardiovascular health, bone strength, balance, joint comfort, and overall mobility, while also improving mood, focus, and emotional wellbeing. | Note: Beginner Tai Chi. Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 209.

HTH-928 ONLN-Gentle Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Gentle Tai Chi | Tai Chi offers well-documented health benefits, including improved blood pressure, balance, focus, strength, flexibility, endurance, bone density, and immune function, with anti-aging effects. This ancient, mindful movement practice suits all fitness levels-beginners build strong foundations, while experienced students refine skills. Movements are typically done standing but can be modified for seated practice. No equipment is needed; just wear loose, comfortable clothing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 10-11a.m. is mandatory for section 203.

HTH-928 ONLN-Intermediate Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Intermediate Tai Chi | This Intermediate Tai Chi class builds on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form learned in Beginner Tai Chi, which is required. Students continue refining slow, smooth movements coordinated with deep breathing to support physical and mental health. This standing, weight-bearing practice often called meditation in motion strengthens cardiovascular health, bones, and balance, supports joint comfort, and promotes mental clarity, improved mood, reduced anxiety, and overall wellbeing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 208.

HTH-928 SCSC-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Beginner Tai Chi | No class May 25 | This Beginner Tai Chi class offers a gentle, standing exercise program for mental and physical wellbeing, featuring Yang Style Simplified Short Form as taught by Master Cheng Man-Ch'ing. Slow, smooth movements combined with deep breathing promote strength, balance, and relaxation. Often described as "meditation in motion," Tai Chi supports cardiovascular health, bone strength, balance, joint comfort, and overall mobility, while also improving mood, focus, and emotional wellbeing.

HTH-929 COSR- Tai Chi Beginner

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Tai Chi Beginner | No class May 25 | This beginner Tai Chi class is perfect for those new to the practice. You'll explore fundamental principles through the Yang Simplified 24 Form. Tai Chi is a Chinese exercise system using slow, smooth movements to relax the body and mind. It supports overall health, strengthens the cardiovascular and immune systems, and enhances mobility and balance. Suggested Equipment: Comfortable clothing and flexible shoes.

HTH-929 COSR- Tai Chi Intermediate/Adv

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Tai Chi Intermediate/ Advanced | No class May 25 | This Intermediate to Advanced Tai Chi class is for students familiar with the Yang Simplified 24 Form. It builds on core principles by introducing the Yang Simplified 88 Form. Tai Chi uses slow, smooth movements to relax both body and mind, while improving general health, mobility, and balance. It also strengthens the cardiovascular and immune systems.

HTH-929 PSRC-Tai Chi w Yoga Influence

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Tai Chi with Yoga Influence | This class will focus on improving overall health, endurance and flexibility. Gentle movements will help improve and maintain balance and coordination. Tai chi and Yoga stretching will be incorporated into the program. No previous training necessary.

HTH-935 ANSR-Stand Tall and Strong

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Stand Tall and Strong | Strengthen and lengthen postural muscles to improve efficiency of movement during daily activities. Chair and standing exercises using weights, band, and bender ball. Focus is on core strength which includes all muscles supporting the spine. Workout includes leg and arm exercises.

HTH-935 ANSR-Stand Tall and Strong

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Stand Tall and Strong | No class May 25 | Strengthen and lengthen postural muscles to improve efficiency of movement during daily activities. Chair and standing exercises using weights, band, and bender ball. Focus is on core strength which includes all muscles supporting the spine. Workout includes leg and arm exercises.

HTH-935 ANSR-Strengthen and Lengthen

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Strengthen and Lengthen | No class May 25 | Postural strengthening with weights and floor work is central to this workout. Guidance and movement accommodations will be suggested for anyone with joint mobility issues. Must be able to work out on a mat on the floor. Chair and standing exercises will also be part of the exercises. Exercise with weights, bands, and bender balls.

HTH-935 ASRC-Pilates

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Pilates | No class May 8 | Looking to strengthen your entire core? This classical Mat Pilates class targets your abdominal, back, and hip muscles while improving joint mobility and stability. You'll also enhance posture and flexibility. Jeanine may incorporate 1lb hand weights for chest and upper back exercises. Pilates are suitable for most students, though you should be able to get down to the floor and back up, as well as roll over for mat work. This is an intermediate-level class, but beginners with some exercise experience are welcome.

HTH-935 ONLN-Intermediate Pilates

Section Info: Online | Intermediate Pilates | Come and try this Pilates class with Heterrsa! This class is designed to go beyond the basic Pilates moves. Focus and concentration. Students must be able to get up and down. Suggested Equipment: Pilates/Yoga Mat, Pilates ring (helps at time but not mandatory). | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 205.

HTH-939 ANSR-Chair One Aerobics

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Chair One Aerobics | This class is designed to increase strength, mobility, endurance, and range of motion through light cardio exercises paired with music, resistance exercises using hand-held weights, and stretching and strengthening movements using a chair. Core strength, balance, and flexibility are addressed as well. No prior experience is needed, and modifications will be shown as needed.

HTH-939 ANSR-Seated Tai Chi

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Intermediate Tai Chi | No class May 25 | This seated Tai Chi class offers a gentle program for mental and physical wellbeing, based on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form taught by Master Cheng Man-Ch'ing. Designed for those who have difficulty standing or use a wheelchair, the class uses slow, smooth movements and deep breathing. Often called "meditation in motion," seated Tai Chi supports cardiovascular and immune health, joint comfort, balance, mental clarity, improved mood, and reduced anxiety.