Filter by Category
Exercise & Outdoor Fun
in Personal Enrichment
Gentle Yoga w/ Heather (Winter Sessions)
with Heather Laffely, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This gentle class is for those looking to stretch, connect to the breath and practice traditional yoga postures, at a slow pace. We gently and safely encourage our muscle tissues to deeply lengthen and stretch, increasing range of motion and flexibility. Conscious intention and awareness are given to the breath, strengthening the nervous system and deepening the connection to mind and body. This class is designed for new, as well as, seasoned yogis looking for a mindful, gentle practice. *No Class: 2/17, 2/18.
HEALTHSPAN AND JOY: A 50+ JOURNEY TO VITAL LIVING S4
with Judith Stark, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Step into a supported space designed to help you feel stronger,more energized, and connected to your body, mind, and life.It is an interactive course created especially for adults 50+ whoare ready to take steps toward improved well-being and reduceddiscomfort. Alongside physical wellness, we'll incorporate mind-fulness, stress reduction, and mindset shifts. Each session blendsgroup discussion and shared experience with guidance that can beadapted to your needs. Please note this is for educational supportand is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatmentfrom your healthcare provider.INSTRUCTOR: Judy Stark
Gentle Beginner Hatha Yoga - 3 Week
with Nancy Cotty, Noble Adult & Community Education
Join us for a class in Hatha Yoga led by certified instructor, Nancy Cotty from Peace Within Yoga. Yoga is a great way to relax and improve your health and well being. The focus will be on stretching and breathing while building our strength and finding peace. All levels are welcome. Drop-ins are welcome and new students can join anytime. All equipment will be provided for you. Information learned through yoga classes and workshops should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.
Stretch & Tone S4 TUESDAYS
with Judith Stark, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
A gentle yet effective 45-minute class designed to improveflexibility, mobility, and overall strength. Stretch and Tone com-bines guided stretching with light hand-held weights to help buildmuscle endurance and bone health. Moving through controlled,low-impact exercises to enhance range of motion, posture andstability. This class is suitable for all levels-no prior experienceneeded. Modifications are offered to meet you where you are.Please bring a mat and hand held weights. Judy has been a FitnessInstructor for 20+ years in numerous formats. Exercises will helpyou increase flexibility in arms, legs and lower back. Have fun andleave feeling more energized. Wear comfortable clothing, sneakers,and bring an optional mat or towel.INSTRUCTOR: Judy Stark has been a Certified
Cross Country & Snowshoe Trip to Jackson, NH Touring Center Trip 1
with Christopher Chessie, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
The “Foundation” maintains 150 km of trails that are considered by many to be the finest cross-country ski trails in the Eastern United States. Jackson Ski Touring Foundation presents state of the art grooming on trails designed to suit every taste and ability, whether you prefer quiet striding through old growth, New England forest, or all out skate skiing. You can visit on-trail destinations: the warming cabin and Cocoa Cabin on the Ellis River Trail. We will arrive to have a full day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing. You may bring your own equipment or rent at the touring center. Before heading back, we will dine at one of the fine local restaurants. This trip will enrich lives and promote a healthy lifestyle. Rental fees and food expenses are participant’s responsibility. Maximum of 8 may participate on this trip.
INSTRUCTOR: Chris Chessie
STRETCH AND TONE WITH HIPS & BACK 4- THURSDAYS
with Judith Stark, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
A gentle yet effective 45-minute class designed to improveflexibility, mobility, and support posture. This class has anadded benefit of gentle stretches and strengthening exercises torestore balance to hips and lower back. It will include the use oflight hand-held weights. This class is accessible for all levels, noexperience necessary, and especially beneficial for thoseexperiencing tight hips, lower back discomfort, or seeking greaterease of movement. Please bring a mat and hand held weights. Judyhas been a Fitness Instructor for 20+ years in numerous formats.INSTRUCTOR: Judy Stark
Cross Country & Snowshoe Trip to Jackson, NH Touring Center Trip 2
with Christopher Chessie, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
The “Foundation” maintains 150 km of trails that are considered by many to be the finest cross-country ski trails in the Eastern United States. Jackson Ski Touring Foundation presents state of the art grooming on trails designed to suit every taste and ability, whether you prefer quiet striding through old growth, New England forest, or all out skate skiing. You can visit on-trail destinations: the warming cabin and Cocoa Cabin on the Ellis River Trail. We will arrive to have a full day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing. You may bring your own equipment or rent at the touring center. Before heading back, we will dine at one of the fine local restaurants. This trip will enrich lives and promote a healthy lifestyle. Rental fees and food expenses are participant’s responsibility. Maximum of 8 may participate on this trip.
INSTRUCTOR: Chris Chessie