HTH-929 SCSC-Self Defense

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-929 SSAC-Self Defense

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-934 ANSR-Intermediate Mat Yoga

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Intermediate Mat Yoga | This yoga class is intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation. This class is not recommended for beginners.

HTH-934 ONLN-Beg, Intermed Mat Yoga

Section Info: Online | Beginner, Intermediate Mat Yoga| This yoga class is beginner/intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation. Suggested equipment: a non-slip "sticky" mat; a belt, strap, or old tie; two yoga blocks. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 8:30-9:45 a.m. is mandatory for section 205.

HTH-934 ONLN-Beg, Intermed Mat Yoga

Section Info: Online | Beginner, Intermediate Mat Yoga | This yoga class is beginner/intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation. Suggested equipment: a non-slip "sticky" mat; a belt, strap, or old tie; two yoga blocks. | Note: Beginner/Intermediate Mat Yoga. Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 8:30-9:45 a.m. is mandatory for section 206.

HTH-934 SCSC-Intermediate Mat Yoga

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Intermediate Mat Yoga | This yoga class is intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation.

HTH-939 COSR-Chair Exercise with Light

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Chair exercise with light weights | No class May 7, 21, 28, and June 4 | Join Sandra's Chair exercises which can come in handy when you have limited mobility or find it hard to maintain your balance. The movements increase blood flow and keep your joints active and lubricated. They also strengthen your muscles and increase flexibility and mobility as you work out.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Aerobics

Section Info: Online | Chair Aerobics | This total-body workout helps improve mobility, strength, and flexibility. Participants will perform seated exercises with music. Light weights might be used with some exercises. This class is fun, uplifting, and energizing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Fridays from 3-4 p.m. is mandatory for section 211.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Aerobics

Section Info: Online | Chair Aerobics | This total-body workout helps improve mobility, strength, and flexibility. Participants will perform seated exercises with music. Light weights might be used with some exercises. This class is fun, uplifting, and energizing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. is mandatory for section 210.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Exercise with Light

Section Info: Online | Chair exercise with light weights | No class May 25 and June 1 | Join Sandra's Chair exercises which can come in handy when you have limited mobility or find it hard to maintain your balance. The movements increase blood flow and keep your joints active and lubricated. They also strengthen your muscles and increase flexibility and mobility as you work out. Suggested Equipment: Weights 1lb to 5 lbs. | Note: Attendance in online class session Mondays from 8:00-9:00 a.m. is mandatory for section 215.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | This class is an enjoyable and energizing seated yoga class. Emphasis is placed on posture, core strengthening and lengthening muscles used for balance. The class includes yoga breathing techniques, seated warm-ups, and standing strengthening exercises in which the chair is used as a balance aid. We practice seated yoga postures as well as seated rest and relaxation techniques. The standing portion of class can be modified to be done while seated if needed. Suggested Equipment: Sturdy chair, resistance bands | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 206.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | No class on May 25 | Chair yoga is an adapted form of yoga that makes yoga accessible to everyone. The chair replaces the mat and becomes an extension of the body. We will do seated and standing work with the chair for balance and support. This class is suitable for those working with injuries, balance problems, Parkinsons, MS and all who are looking for a little extra support in yoga class. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Mondays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for section 228.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga is an adapted form of yoga that makes yoga accessible to everyone. The chair replaces the mat and becomes an extension of the body. We will do seated and standing work with the chair for balance and support. This class is suitable for those working with injuries, balance problems, Parkinsons, MS and all who are looking for a little extra support in yoga class. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 229.

HTH-939 ONLN-Seated Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Seated Tai Chi | 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. Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 12:30-1:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 221.

HTH-940 ANSR-Pilates with Stretch Band

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Pilates with Stretch Bands | This progressive Mat Pilates class emphasizes building core strength and learning controlled movement of the arms and legs to increase strength, flexibility, and fluidity. Early sessions include discussion of Pilates history and philosophy alongside gentle movement variations. By the end of the 10-week session, classes are primarily exercise-based, incorporating more advanced, strenuous variations and additional exercises. Join John and experience steady, measurable gains in strength.