Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership
Orono, ME
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Exercise & Outdoor Fun
in Personal Enrichment at Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership
Hampden-Walking Club Winter Session
with Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Too cold, dark and slippery outside to walk? Join our indoor walking club. Please use a pair of goodwalking shoes (no boots). Stay on the ground level or challenge yourself by walking between thefirst and second floors. This is an independent program with no instruction provided.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday, at Hampden Academy (No walking club during school closures)
Hampden-Modern Western Square Dancing--16 weeks
with Bob Brown, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

It's great fun, easy to learn, and it's a little bit of exercise. Square Dancing!!! This series of classes is for the beginner and anyone else who might want to get back into the fun. We're running 8 classes of the basic calls to show you the fun you can have. Bring your partner (spouse, significant other, or friend) for a great learning experience.
At Citizens of Maine, 177 Cold Brook Rd, Hampden.
For more information, call Bob at (207) 447-0094
Orono-Strength and Balanced for Senior Fitness: Virtual - 6 weeks Session 2
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Strength and Balanced for Senior Fitness: Virtual - 6 weeks
Reaching balanced wellness by working on strengthening and stretching the muscles, preventing falls, improving cardiovascular and bone density health. This class is progressive and increases your overall well-being throughout the 6 week session."Standing and Floor Work! This dynamic, full-bodied exercise program supports muscle growth and increases stamina! Prepare to be getting on and off the floor during the mat portion. If you have been working on your fitness and want to challenge yourself, "Senior Fitness" will guide you safely and effectively.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Mondays: 8:30-9:30 am
Starts: Session 2 March 10 - April 14
Cost $35
Orono-Gentle Fitness for Health: Virtual - 6 weeks Session 2
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Gentle Fitness for Health: Virtual - 6 weeks
This class offers seated strength and flexibility exercises to improve mobility and fall prevention. All exercises will support people with arthritis, osteoporosis, and other health concerns if they are cleared by their primary care provider.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Mondays: 10-11 am
Starts: Session 2 March 10 - April 14
Cost: $35 for each 6 week session
Orono-Chair Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks Session 2
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Chair Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks
This morning class, practiced in a chair, offers mind and body benefits without having to get up and off the floor or even changing into Yoga clothes. Enjoy a “pick me up” at home or at your office by using structural techniques to improve your range of motion, relax tight or overused muscles and release tension from the mind.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Thursdays: 9:00-10:00 am
Starts: Session 2 March 13 - April 17
Cost: $62 for 6 week session
Orono-Tai Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks Session 2
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Tai Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks
A practice that will involve a series of slow, rhythmic movements and physical postures, meditation, controlled breathing, stretching and strength for the mind and body!
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Tuesdays: 9-10 am
Starts: Session 2 - Tuesday, March 18 - April 29 (No clases April 22)
Cost: $62 for each 6 week session
Orono-Stress Reduction and Relaxation with Therapeutic Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks Session 2
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Stress Reduction and Relaxation with Theraputic Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks Session 2
This 60-minute Yoga class will provide sequences that calms the nervous system along with stretching/warming the muscles and preparing the mind to rest. Breathing techniques, short meditation and positive affirmations will end the practice.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm
Starts: Session 2 - March 18 - April 29 (No class February 22)
Cost: $62 for each 6 week session
Hampden-Strong Bones Exercise Class--Session 1
with Kate Peppard, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Led by Kate Peppard, this class focuses on improving bone density and muscle strength using small hand and ankle weights in both seated and standing positions. The exercises are slow and controlled, for optimal benefit and safety. Strong Bones is open to all ages and abilities, and is perfect for anyone with osteopenia, osteoporosis, arthritis, weakness and/or balance issues.