2021 Virtual Workshops-Supporting your health and wellness at home.
Please note that all workshops will be hosted on ZOOM. Time will be included at the end of each workshop for questions and answers. Workshops are free for YMCA members & non-members. Registration information below.
Fall - October 2021
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Monday October 4, 2021 | 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Speaker: Dave Patterson R.Kin
OSTEOARTHRITIS & EXERCISE
Do you have arthritis? Pain, stiffness and questions? Join us for this workshop to discuss osteoarthritis and the role of exercise in arthritis management. Includes tips on what to do, and how to get started with exercise at home.
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Thursday October 7, 2021 | 12:00PM – 1:30PM
Speaker: Katelyn Corke R.Kin
STRETCHING FOR LIFE
Do you value your flexibility and mobility? Do you understand why it’s important to stretch before and after activity? Join us to learn the different types of stretches, why they’re beneficial and how to adapt and practice them safely. This is a practical workshop providing an opportunity to practice some common and not so common stretches that may help to keep you more fluid and able to complete your day to day activities with more ease.
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Thursday October 21, 2021 | 10:00AM – 11:30AM
Speaker: Katelyn Corke R.Kin
CORE STRENGTHENING
Ready to expand your abdominal strengthen options beyond the sit up? Learn how to better protect your spine through effective, efficient and safe options that will help to stabilize your whole body. Gain confidence and strength in your day to day and recreational pursuits with a strong and stable core.
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Monday October 25, 2021 | 9:00AM – 10:30AM
Speaker: Meagan Meade R.Kin
BALANCE TRAINING
Balance is key to safe movement. If we don’t train for balance as we age, we can lose it. Attend this workshop to increase your understanding of balance training, learn how to incorporate it into your routine, and how it can help you feel more confident on your feet.
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Winter - November and December 2021
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Monday November 1, 2021 | 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Speaker: Katelyn Corke R.Kin
POSTURE
Get a fresh perspective on how your posture can affect your health. Attend this workshop to gain insight into what posture is, how it affects us and take away some practical tips, tricks and exercises to support beneficial postural positions. To get the most out of this workshop have a broomstick, open wall space to stand against and a stable chair ready.
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Thursday November 18, 2021 | 9:00AM – 10:30AM
Speaker: Meagan Meade R.Kin
FALLS PREVENTION
November is Falls Prevention Month. Falls affect everyone, and we all have a role to play in preventing them. Attend this workshop to learn more about fall prevention, including steps you can take right now to work towards preventing falls.
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Wednesday November 24 , 2021 | 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Speaker: Dave Patterson R.Kin
LOW BACK PAIN: ANATOMY, INTERVENTIONS, EXERCISE
Low back pain is an extremely common and occasionally debilitating condition. Come learn the fundamentals, including evidence-based ways to self-manage this difficult issue.
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Monday November 29, 2021 | 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Speakers: Meagan Meade R.Kin and Katelyn Corke R.Kin
EXERCISE FOR BONE HEALTH
Join us in a practical workshop to learn more about how bone strength changes over time and how to make daily activities spine safe. We will also explore safe and effective exercises to help maintain your bone health. To get the most out of this workshop please have a broomstick and stable chair ready. There will also be an option to practice ground to standing movements.
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Thursday December 9, 2021 | 9:00AM – 10:30AM
Speaker: Meagan Meade R.Kin
MINDFULNESS
Are you interested in learning more about mindfulness? Attend this workshop to explore what mindfulness is, learn why more people are adopting mindfulness practices, and how you can incorporate mindfulness into your life.
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Thursday December 16, 2021 | 9:30AM – 10:30AM
Speaker: Meagan Meade R.Kin
KEEPING ACTIVE IN COLD WEATHER
Attend this 1-hour workshop to learn about different ways to continue to be active outdoors as we move into winter. During the workshop we will explore activity options, as well as safety considerations, and tips and tricks to make being outside more enjoyable.
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How to Register for Workshops in Three Simple Steps:
Please note that you must register at minimum 2 hours in advance of the workshop start time. Registration for each workshop closes 2 hours prior to the scheduled start time of the workshop.
1. Use the "Click to Change Date" button to select the date of the workshop you wish to register for.
2. Click on "Filter by Location" and select Virtual Wellness Workshops.
3. Select the workshop that you are interested in, and fill out the form if you are a non-member or simply log in if you are an existing YMCA member.
If you need support with your registration, please connect with us.
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