Active Older Adults
Programs Just For You
To stay active and healthy, special aerobic and strength training classes are offered free to members. To add to the fun, many social, educational and community volunteer activities and programs are also part of the excitement.
Additional Information
For more information on Active Older Adults,
contact Jessi Nichols-Slayden at 615) 565-6282.
Movie & Munch
Held on the first Wednesday of every month, we join together to watch movies, old and new, and have lunch. Meet in the Frist Teen and Family Center.
Potluck Lunch & Learn
Bring a dish to share and come learn about an important health or social topic. Held on the third Monday of the month at 11am. Please sign up at the Welcome Center.
Lunch Bunch Around Nashville
Sample some of Nashville's best dining and cuisine. Try something new and delicious. Pre-register at the member service desk and meet at the restaurant at 11:30am on the selected date. For more information on Active Older Adults, contact Jessi Nichols-Slayden at (615) 565-6282.
Bingo!
Test your listening skills and you just might win a prize! Held on the last Wednesday of the month. Please sign up at the Welcome Center.
Fit Over 50 Strength Training
This specially designed class offers exercises to develop strength, flexibility and range of motion for the senior. There has never been a better time to start "pumping iron." You won't believe how good this form of exercise can make you feel. Check the Group Fitness schedule for where the class meets, or ask at the welcome center.
| M/W/F | 2:00-3:00pm |
| T/TH | 8:00-8:30am |
Blood Pressure Checks
A qualified staff member will provide FREE blood pressure checks every Friday morning from 9:00-10:30am in the Commons area.
SilverSneakers® Fitness Program
The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is a new program for seniors started in January 2005. Participants in the HealthSpring Insurance Plan have been offered memberships through their insurance program. The Green Hills Family YMCA is offering a SilverSneakers® I Exercise Class focusing on muscular strength and range of movement. In these classes, members will have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing with support. The SilverSneakers exercise classes are offered on Monday and Wednesday mornings at 10am and Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 12:30pm in the Family Program Room. For more information, please contact Jessi Nichols-Slayden.
