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 Harleysville Senior Center League.  Cost is $2.50/game.  

 

Line Dance

Thursdays, at 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 newly redesigned 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

Have fun this summer and play shuffleboard across the street in the park.  A shuffleboard deck is already drawn out.  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 Dance

Fridays, 10:30 AM 

Tap your way to the top, or just have fun!  Learn all the basics and more.  All levels welcome. $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.