Senior Exercise Programs

The Gloucester County Department of Public Health seeks to maintain and enhance the healthy behaviors of our residents. We presently offer 3 free fitness programs for Gloucester County seniors.

Tai Chi

  • This program includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing and relaxation. The movements are slow and uninterrupted and are designed to provide a continual challenge by reversing the direction of the movements. This program provides senior with gained balance, strength, and flexibility. It is a one (1) hour program lasting six (6) weeks.

         Tai Chi Deptford Park Apartments 2012 
        

Step By Step” Walking Program

  • This is a walking program designed especially for older adults. It is a one (1) hour program lasting six (6) weeks. We will help you find new ways to make walking for fitness a natural part of your life. Learn strategies to move toward your goal of increasing you’re physically activity and improving your fitness levels. 

Arthritis “Move Today” Program

  • This program is an exercise program that uses gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility, maintain range of motion and muscle strength. It also helps increase overall stamina.  It is a one (1) hour program lasting six (6) weeks. Participants may perform the exercises seated or use an assistive device during the class.

Sunrise Yoga

  • Sunrise Yoga is designed especially for our older adults. This is a very gentle form of yoga which will help you relax and improve your well-being, it is a 1 hour program lasting 6 weeks. Yoga mats are provided by the county for your use, we only ask that you bring a towel. 

            

For availability of courses in your area click here to view our Calendar

For more information contact

Carla Kephart
Health Educator
(856) 218-4106
ckephart@co.gloucester.nj.us