Keeping Fit

We offer you a variety of exercise classes - from bowling to walking club - to meet your interests and needs.  For those who prefer to exercise independently, we offer the MERCK Fitness Room as an option. 

Bowling

Fridays 10:00 AM

Earl Bowl Lanes.  390 Morwood Road, Earlington.  Ask at the counter to join the Encore Experiences League.  Cost is $2.50/game.  

Cardio Salsa Dance Class

Tuesdays 1:15PM
Cost:  $1.00

This class will warm you up, get your feet moving & your heart beating to the sounds of favorite oldies combined with dance moves of the past and present.

Gourmet Weight Wise

Thursdays 1:00PM  

Delicious sampling and healthy recipes prepared for and by YOU and advice on weight control.  Come join these fun and healthy sessions!  This session ends December 17th.

Line Dance

Thursdays 10:15 AM

Beginners are welcome.  You’ll enjoy a mixture of country western, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s era and show tunes.  You’ll really impress the grandkids at the next family wedding!  Join Jane for this FUN class. $2.00 Class Fee

MERCK Fitness Room

Treadmill, Stationery Bike, Nu-Step; take your pick!  Our Fitness Room gives you the opportunity to exercise whenever it's convenient for you.

Pilates with Paula

Tuesdays 9:00 AM

These exercises focus on enabling a person’s body to feel stronger by building a long, lean abdomen.  Pilates increase circulation, strength, range of motion, flexibility, coordination and stamina.  Bring a sticky mat if you have one. Clothing should be loose and comfortable.  $1.00 class fee

Stretch & Tone

Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 9:45 AM

Advanced Stretch & Tone

Thursdays 9:00 AM

We work on the whole body in this class.  The stretching exercises will keep you flexible.  Strength training exercises use hand weights and stretch bands. $1.00 class fee

Shuffleboard

Across the street in the park. Equipment available at the Center. All you have to do is show up!   

Tai Chi

Mondays and Wednesdays 10:45 AM

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice designed to exercise body, mind, and spirit. It will improve flexibility, gradually build muscle strength, and improve balance.  $2.00 class fee

Tap Dancing--Begins September 17

Fridays 10:30AM

Open to all levels.  Have fun while learning easy routines. $1.00 class fee.

Walk-aerobics

Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 9:00 AM

This is a low-impact (no jumping up & down) aerobic class—good for your heart & lungs.  Very easy to do, no fancy steps, just basic walking with arm movements to great music. $1.00 class fee

Walking Club

Mondays 10:00 AM

Enjoy walking? Then join this fun group as we travel to a new hiking spot each week.  Walk one mile or five; it’s up to you.  Bring a bag lunch if you’d like.  Check the calendar for each week’s meeting point.  If you’re unsure of directions, meet at the Center at 9:45 AM prior to the walk.