Upcoming events at the Cass County COA

Published 9:51 am Monday, January 23, 2017

The Cass County COA has planned a number of activities for next week at its Dowagiac location, Front Street Crossing, at 227 S. Front St.

Monday, Jan. 23

Cardio challenge

8 to 8:45 a.m.

This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Vim and vigor transitions

9 to 9:45 a.m.

This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

S.E.A.T. (sit, 

exercise, and tone) 

10 to 10:45 a.m.

This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Tai chi

11 a.m.

Guests can improve their posture, strength of hips, thighs and core with this gentle mind body exercise. This program is good for arthritis, blood pressure and sense of wellbeing. Cost is $20 per month.

Bingo

12:45 p.m.

Follow the lunch hour by playing for fun and prizes. Cost is $2.25.

Champagne flutes

1:30 p.m.

People who used to play the flute are getting their instrument out of their attics and joining the new Champagne Flutes at Front Street Crossing. The group meets Mondays and will practice for playing at nursing homes and other venues. For more information, people should call 445-8110 and ask for Connie.

Night Tai chi

5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The same class as the Tai chi session earlier in the afternoon, but now offered during the evenings following the end of the workday. Cost is $20 per month. Doors are locked right at 5:30 so attendees should arrive early.

Wednesday, Jan. 25

Cardio challenge

8 to 8:45 a.m.

This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Vim and vigor transitions

9 to 9:45 a.m.

This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

S.E.A.T. (sit, 

exercise, and tone) 

10 to 10:45 a.m.

This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Tai chi

11 a.m.

Guests can improve their posture, strength of hips, thighs and core with this gentle mind body exercise. This program is good for arthritis, blood pressure and sense of wellbeing. Cost is $20 per month.

Birthday bingo

12:45 p.m.

Follow the lunch hour by playing for fun and prizes. Cost is $2.25.

Night Tai chi

5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The same class as the Tai chi session earlier in the afternoon, but now offered during the evenings following the end of the workday. Cost is $20 per month. Doors are locked right at 5:30 so attendees should arrive early.

Thursday, Jan. 26

Euchre Club 

1 p.m.

Euchre is one of the most popular card clubs.

Friday, Jan. 27

Cardio challenge

8 to 8:45 a.m.

This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Vim and vigor transitions

9 to 9:45 a.m.

This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

S.E.A.T. (sit, 

exercise, and tone) 

10 to 10:45 a.m.

This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

FSC Musicians

Noon

People who enjoy playing musical instruments are encouraged to join other music enthusiasts and jam with the FSC Musicians.