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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

Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi

$10039

with Audrey McGee

Calendar Current session started Jul 14, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 8 weeks

Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi is a combination of Tai Chi and Qigong that helps build posture and balance, muscle tone and a healthy range of movement without putting stress on the joints. Regular practice of the 18 forms supports health and vitality, calms the mind and improves breathing.

Living Well with Chronic Pain

Free

with Vicki Foster

Calendar Next session starts Jul 27, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Sep 8, 2026

When you’re in pain, it can be hard to focus on anything else. Stop letting pain pause your life! This six-week program explores how healthy eating, gentle-movement exercises and balancing activity and rest can help improve your quality of life. This class is open to adults who have chronic pain and caregivers. The group participates by Zoom and class materials are sent to your home.

Full Course

At-Home Strength Training

$40

with Emily Michaud

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 28, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Do you want to strength train, but don’t know where to start? Having trouble fitting it into your busy life? This program was designed with you in mind. Follow along a full-body strength training and mobility program from the comfort of your home. Learn how to safely exercise and confidently train on your own! You will need to have one pair of dumbbells and a resistance band.

All levels are welcome.

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.





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