PLEASE NOTE:
Silver Sneakers Classes, led by SJC instructors, are now offered virtually and in person.
SilverSneakers® is a health and fitness program for seniors now offered at Saint Joseph's College.
SilverSneakers is a health and fitness program designed for older adults in partnership with Tivity Health.
Classes are designed specifically for older adults. At Saint Joseph’s College we accept any person regardless of their age or insurance.
Classes are a great way to meet friends and get in shape. While each class varies in style and technique, they all begin with a warm-up, offer modifications for every level and end with a cool down.
Our Current Offerings at SJC:
Monday
- Pool = Splash at 8am
An aqua fitness class designed for all skill levels, including non-swimmers and can be adapted for common chronic conditions - Live in the Dance Room & on Zoom = Circuit @ 9:15am
Experience standing, low-impact choreography alternated with standing upper-body strength work.
Tuesday
- Pool = Splash @ 8am and 8:50am
An aqua fitness class designed for all skill levels, including non-swimmers and can be adapted for common chronic conditions. - Live in the Dance Room & on Zoom = Classic @ 9:15am
This is perfect for an individual who is new to exercise, but is also appropriate for anyone wanting to improve their endurance and flexibility. Increase muscle strength and range of movement, and improve activities for daily living. You'll have a chair for seated exercises and standing support.
Wednesday
- Live in the Dance Room & on Zoom = Classic @ 9:15am
This is perfect for an individual who is new to exercise, but is also appropriate for anyone wanting to improve their endurance and flexibility. Increase muscle strength and range of movement, and improve activities for daily living. You'll have a chair for seated exercises and standing support.
Thursday
- Pool = Splash @ 8am
An aqua fitness class designed for all skill levels, including non-swimmers and can be adapted for common chronic conditions - Live in the Dance Room & on Zoom = Chair Yoga @ 9:15am
Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.
Friday
- Live in the Dance Room & on Zoom = Boom Muscle @ 9:15am
This incorporates athletic exercised that boost overall fitness and improve strength through muscle conditioning and drills. - Pool = Splash @ 10:15am
An aqua fitness class designed for all skill levels, including non-swimmers and can be adapted for common chronic conditions.
Please sign up for the classes in the Dance Room or in the Pool by going to www.picktime.com/alfondcenter
You can also access SilverSneakers on demand workouts at home!
Pricing
- Cost for community members is $7 or $25 for 5 classes if your insurance does not pay for it upfront.
- Cost for SJC staff/faculty/alumni is $3 drop in or $25 for a 10 punch card
- SilverSneakers Members who are eligible attend for free (check your eligibility here).
4 Tips to start a successful routine
- Pace yourself. Keep your heart rate in a comfortable intensity zone. Work hard enough to make your heart stronger without overexerting.
- Slow down or rest when necessary. You might find it difficult to keep going for the entire class. That’s okay! You will get stronger by continuing to exercise.
- Listen to your body. You can expect occasional minor soreness after exercising. It’s a positive sign you are using your muscles! Don’t worry if you are unable to keep up with the other members. The important thing is to keep going.
- < Warm up and cool down. A warm-up gradually prepares your muscles and joints for exercise. When you finish your workout, your body needs a chance to cool down slowly. This means you should slow your heart rate gently. Do not stop abruptly by standing still, sitting or lying down.
Perceived Exertion
- Okay to go! - "I feel great, and I'm breathing normally."
- Very, very light intensity - "I feel terrific. I don't even feel like I'm exerting myself."
- Very light intensity - "This is fun. I feel like I could go forever."
- Light intensity - "I can tell I'm exercising. I feel good."
- Moderate intensity - "I'm sweating a little. I'm working."
- Moderate to intense - "I'm exercising harder than I thought I would. I'm getting a workout."
- Intense - "The workout is hard, but I can take it."
- Very intense - "This is difficult. I'm breathing hard. I'm not sure how long I can go."
- Very, very intense - "I'm very uncomfortable. I can't talk in a normal tone of voice. I should slow down."
- Maximum intensity - "I'm completely exhausted. I must slow down immediately."
Come to Class Prepared
- Wear comfortable athletic shoes
- Wear loose fitting clothes
- Bring a towel
- Don’t forget your water bottle
Contact
Jenna Chase
Associate Director of Health and Wellness Programming
Phone: 893-6627
Email: jchase@sjcme.edu