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Survive Strong – Join the Providence Regional Cancer Center “Survive Strong” walking team, Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 16, 6-7 p.m. at Manito Park’s duck pond. Call (509) 474-5490 for more information.
Free Health Screenings and Services – AARP/Walgreens Wellness Tour is offering free screenings which include total cholesterol levels, blood pressure, bone density, glucose levels, waist circumference and body mass index. These will help provide adults with a critical foundation for early disease detection and prevention. Recommended for adults age 18 and older, no appointment is necessary. Visitors also have access to free educational information on a variety of health and wellness issues. Free one-year AARP memberships will be given to participants who receive screenings. Held noon-7 p.m., Wednesday-Friday at Walgreens, 1708 W. Northwest Blvd., and 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Spokane Senior Wellness Conference at Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene St. Call (866) 484-8687 for visit www.aarpwalgreen.com/tour for more information.
Southside Senior Activity Center Classes – Balance and Agility: Designed for those who need additional help with balance and control and help improving the way they walk. Held Thursdays, Sept. 9-Oct. 14, 1-2 p.m. Balance and Agility 2: Designed for those who want to further enhance the way they respond to balance and increase strength and agility. Held Thursdays, Sept. 9-Oct. 14, 2-3 p.m. Fitball for Seniors: New exercise class designed for seniors (ages 50 and older). Use a stability ball to sit while doing a simple aerobic workout. Exercises will strengthen the arms, legs and abs while listening to a simple music rhythm. Held Fridays, Sept. 10-Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mat Yoga: Class covers body stretches, yoga postures and breathing practices to increase flexibility, strength and well-being. Held Fridays, Sept. 10-Oct. 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pilates “Mastering the Mat”: Beginners Pilates class is perfect for those who have never done Pilates before. Class will help strengthen and tone your core, improve your posture and flexibility, help heal any back pain and tone your body from head to toe. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 21-Oct. 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Zumba: Combines Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program while enjoying a good workout. Held Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 19, 4:30-5:30 p.m. All held at Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Call (509) 535-0803 for more information.
Peripheral Neuropathy Group – Free meeting for patients or family members to learn more about what Peripheral Neuropathy is, what to do about it, and how to learn more. Dr. Scott Carlson is the featured speaker. Thursday, 7 p.m. at Rockwood Clinic, 400 E. Fifth Ave. Call (509) 995-2991 or e-mail piropam@aol.com for more information.
Free Tai Chi for Health Classes – Free eight-week session begins Sept. 19, 9 a.m. These classes are for people with arthritis and promote relaxation, increased mobility, better balance and strength. Participants should wear flat soled shoes and loose clothing. Held at the Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 East 3rd Ave., Post Falls. Call (509) 664-8570 for more information.
Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk – Fight against Alzheimer’s by participating in this annual event. Three-mile walk is held at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. Call (509) 473-3390 for more information.
Stretch and Flex Classes – Six-week session combines Pilates, Yoga, body conditioning, light cardio and basic stretching and focuses on body awareness, flexibility, range of motion, core strength, balance and stability while improving overall muscle tone. Open to all ages and all levels. Held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Sept. 13-Oct. 22, 9-10 a.m. at Millwood Community Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road. Cost is $49. Drop-ins welcome for $5. Call (509) 270-0053 for more information and to register.
Inland Northwest Coalition on Eating Disorders – “Meet and Greet” is Sept. 16, 5 p.m., at Churchill’s Steakhouse, 165 S. Post St. Learn about who the group is and what they do, meet treatment providers, get connected and get resources. Call (509) 456-0567 or e-mail mrnreynolds@yahoo.com for more information.
Today
Free Yoga Class for Veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq – Held Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon, beginning today, at Jezreel Fitness, 321 W. Hastings Road. No experience required and disabilities welcome. Participants should bring veteran ID and a yoga mat (some mats are available). Contact Mary Beth at (509) 999-6520 or e-mail yogabike@comcast.net to register and for more information.
Know the 10 Warning Signs of Dementia – Free program for caregivers, family members and friends of people with dementia. Presentation will cover the differences between normal aging, simple memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease. Today, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Deaconess Health and Education Center, Classroom 265, 910 W. Fifth Ave. For more information, call (509) 473-3390 or visit www.alz.org/inlandnorthwest.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – For ages 16 and over. Learn how a smaller, weaker person can use leverage and technique to defend against a bigger, stronger assailant. Six-week course is held Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning today, 6-7 p.m. at BJJ Martial Arts Center, 1506 E. Francis Ave. Cost is $79. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.
Pilates Yoga Blend – For ages 16 and older. Class blends exercise techniques to improve core strength, flexibility and more. Eight-week course is held Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning today, 5:45-6:45 p.m. at Audobon Park Masonic Lodge, 2821 Northwest Blvd. Cost is $42. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.
Upcoming
Zumba Fitness Party – Offered through East Central Neighborhood Wellness Association, workout combines international rhythms with aerobic/toning moves to provide a total body experience. No dance experience needed. Eight-week sessions are offered Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m., Sept. 8-Oct. 27, or Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 p.m., Sept. 9-Oct. 28, at East Central Community Center’s gymnasium, 500 S. Stone St. Cost is $30 per eight-week session for adults or $15 for kids ages 7-17 (must be accompanied by an adult); drop-ins are $5. Scholarships are available. Call (509) 625-6693 or visit www.ecccspokane.org to register and for more information.
From Whole Food to Whole Health – Renewing Your Body’s Recovery – Kayti Capell and Eileen O’Connor will discuss how daily stress impacts your well-being and long-term health; offer a variety of natural and effective solutions to help strengthen and calm your body in the midst of the daily stressors that bombard your physical defenses; and provide options for maintaining a balanced life. Wednesday, 6-7 p.m. at Pilgrim’s Health Education Center, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Fee is complimentary. Call (208) 676-9730 for more information.
“The Nurturing Fathers Program” – Parenting class for fathers, tailored to meet their needs and learning styles. Focuses on the value of fathers and explains effective disciplining, balancing work with fathering, playing with children and communicating successfully. 12-week program begins Sept. 8 and is held Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. Food and child care is available. Class fee is based on a sliding scale, space is available on a first-come first-served basis. Call (509) 218-7955 or e-mail jaubertin@scancenter.org for more information.
Medicare Advantage Seminars – Informational seminars on Group Health’s Medicare Advantage plans. Friday, 11 a.m., at South Hill Medical Center, 4102 S. Regal St., No. 101, and Sept. 16, 10 a.m., at Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Register online at 111.ghc.org/medicare/ hmoSeminars.jhtml. Call (800) 446-8882 for more information.