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Summer Step Challenge: The Appalachian Trail

Free
Calendar Current session started Jul 5, 2026

Join our virtual Summer Step Challenge to collectively walk the distance of the Appalachian Trail — all 2,198 miles from Georgia to Maine!

This group challenge encourages movement of all kinds. Whether you’re walking your dog, pushing a stroller or grocery shopping, every step helps us reach our shared goal. Track your movement however you like (steps, miles or minutes) and submit your weekly activity through our online form.

We’ll combine everyone’s activity to show our progress "along the trail", with updates shared each week by email and social media. Everyone who submits four weeks of activity will earn a T-shirt!

Steady Strength: A Gentle Yoga Workout

$2914

with Beth Jones

Calendar Current session started Jul 7, 2026 at 5:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

In this low-impact class, you’ll combine breath and movement through a gentle flow of yoga postures designed to build balance, strength and focus. Each session includes a brief weight-bearing set of exercises using light hand weights. With an emphasis on grounding and stability, you’ll leave feeling centered, steady and refreshed.

Full Course

Vegetarian Protein

$25

with Brenna Nelson, RD

Calendar Next session starts Jul 29, 2026 at 5 pm
1 additional session on Sep 15, 2026

Create meals that are nourishing and satisfying using tasty vegetarian protein sources. No meat required.

Full Course

A Matter of Balance

Free

with Emily Michaud & Ze'ev Shames

Calendar Next session starts Jul 30, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 8 weeks

A fear of falling can keep you from living your life to the fullest. The good news is that falls can be predictable and preventable. Our eight-session class will teach you strategies to reduce falling risks, increase activity and live your life again. You’ll also learn home modifications to make falls less likely and practice exercises to increase strength and balance.

Full Course

Intro to Qigong

$30

with Shalimar Chasse

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 31, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 3 weeks

Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that combines controlled breathing, energy building and balancing, gentle movement and meditation to promote good mental, physical and spiritual health. In three sessions, you can explore the practice without the time commitment of a longer series.

Eating the Rainbow

$25

with Brenna Nelson, RD

Calendar Next session starts Jul 31, 2026 at 11 am

It’s important to eat the rainbow, so come learn to cook foods of every color. While preparing these new colorful dishes, you’ll also learn about the health and nutrition benefits of having a colorful plate as part of your dining routine.

Full Course

Outdoor Yoga & Walking Meditation

$15

with Julie Kaupin

Calendar Next available session starts Aug 5, 2026 at 5 pm
1 additional session on Sep 9, 2026

Join us for an outdoor yoga practice designed to help you slow down and arrive more fully in your mind and body. After guided movement and meditation, you’ll be invited to walk the labyrinth, explore the nature loop or rest on your mat before returning to your day. Enjoy this time to connect with yourself and nature.

Through Nature's Lens: A Guided Journaling Experience

$15

with Sarah Kilch Gaffney

Calendar Next available session starts Aug 11, 2026 at 10 am

Discover a fresh way to journal using image-based cards that spark insight and creativity. In this session, you’ll draw a card from a nature-themed deck, explore its imagery and meaning and use it as a prompt for personal reflection. Whether you’re new to journaling or looking to deepen your practice, this class offers a unique opportunity to quiet mental clutter, relate more deeply to nature and connect with your personal intuition within a supportive group environment.





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