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.

As we age, growing and maintaining muscles becomes harder and even more important for movement.

This class helps improve strength, mobility and stability using simple equipment and your body weight. Exercises are performed seated or standing, depending on your preference.

You are encouraged to move at your own pace and fitness level. No experience is needed.

Tai Chi is an enjoyable, low-impact exercise that can help you improve balance, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent falls. It is an effective exercise that is easy on the joints and good for those with arthritis and balance issues. Take this 16-session class to improve the health of your mind and body.

Have you completed Tai Chi for Health & Balance - Part 1 and are ready for more? Join this class to build on the movements and skills you learned in Part 1 and continue deepening your Tai Chi practice.

Discover a fresh approach to journaling by exploring the wisdom and symbolism found in nature-inspired art. This indoor class uses illustrated cards featuring animal and plant pairings to spark reflection, creativity and insight.

Each week, you'll draw a card, explore its imagery and themes and use it as a prompt for personal writing. This unique experience offers a supportive space to cultivate mindfulness, spark curiosity and view your own experiences through a new lens.

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.

Are you age 55 or older? Join the Colby Walking Program at the Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center on the Colby College campus.

Community members may walk the indoor track during the winter months for easier and safer exercise. 

Pre-registration is not needed. On your first visit, please see a program volunteer to complete the necessary paperwork. Minors and pets are not allowed. Soft-soled shoes are required; no outside shoes, please! The walking program is closed during Colby breaks (11/23 – 11/26, 12/21 – 12/31, 3/22 – 3/25).

Chair Yoga offers the benefits of a traditional yoga practice without getting on the floor. This class includes both seated and standing movements, using a chair for balance and support as needed. Benefits include improved posture and balance, increased strength and flexibility, reduced stress and an enhanced sense of well-being. No experience necessary.