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Colby Walking Program
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Colby Walking Program

Free

with Colby Volunteers

Calendar Current session started Nov 3, 2025 at 9 am

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. Please see the designated days and hours below. 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! Walking program is closed during Colby breaks: November 24 - 28, December 23 - January 1, March 23 - March 27

Unmasking Food Labels

Free

with Anna Froman, ND

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2026 at 4 pm

Do food nutrition labels seem like gibberish? In this lecture, learn how to decode nutrition labels and the role micronutrients play in a healthy diet.

Tai Chi for Health & Balance - Part 1

$128

with Linda Poirier

Calendar Next session starts Apr 6, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 8 weeks

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.

Full Course

Tai Chi for Health & Balance - Part 2

$128

with Linda Poirier

Calendar Next session starts Apr 6, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 8 weeks

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

(Note: Completion of Tai Chi for Health & Balance - Part 1 is required to participate in this program).

Full Course

Seated Reiki Meditation

$15

with Melissa Caron

Calendar Next session starts Apr 9, 2026 at 3 pm
1 additional session on May 7, 2026

Enjoy physical and emotional rest using the therapeutic elements of meditation and Reiki.

This class begins with guided group meditation and transitions to individual Reiki treatment, where the instructor offers optional hands-on touch to your head, upper back and neck to promote the flow of healing energy.

Full Course

Joyful Art Fridays

Free

with Serena Sanborn

Calendar Next session starts Apr 10, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks

End your week with gentle creativity and good company. Join Waterville Creates for a relaxed class designed for beginners and experienced makers alike.

Each week you’ll explore different art mediums: watercolors, ink pens, simple collage and more. No pressure, no perfectionism, just a chance to unwind, try something new and enjoy the soothing benefits of making art in community.

Full Course

Senior Strength Training

$128

with Audrey McGee

Calendar Next session starts Apr 13, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 8 weeks

As we age, growing and maintaining muscle 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 needed.

Full Course

Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi

$128

with Audrey McGee

Calendar Next session starts Apr 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.

Full Course




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