Active Lives for Older Adults
Today’s seniors are more health conscious than ever before. At the Y we’ve made the health and fitness of our senior adults a top priority by providing programs for the spirit, mind, and body. Through group exercise classes, aquatic programs that focus on flexibility and mobility, guest speakers, social events, and field trips, our Y is bringing Active Older Adults together for fellowship and fun!
AOA SOCIAL EVENTS
- AOA Bowling: Monday, March 10 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
- AOA Field Trip to The Classic in Denton: Thursday, March 20. Bus will leave at 11:00a.m. $3 registration fee; bring money for lunch!
- AOA Fourth Friday: Friday, March 28 at 1:00pm in the Event Center. Live music with Reminisce Gold. Tunes from the 50's, 60's, 70s, Solid Gold, Country and Bluegrass. Bring a snack to share and your dancing shoes if you'd like. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR AOA EVENTS
2025 Current Programs
- SilverSneakers®
SilverSneakers® is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. As one of the largest senior-focused exercise programs in the United States, this partnership allows eligible members of some health plans to obtain YMCA memberships at no cost. To qualify for a free membership, you must be a Medicaire-eligible member of a health plan that offers the SilverSneakers Program.
- Water Aerobics
This water class is specially designed to improve joint flexibility, muscular endurance and range of motion while reducing joint pain and stiffness. Perfect for the older participant but any age adults are welcomed!
- Pickleball
If you’ve played tennis you can play Pickleball! Pickleball is a racket sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two, three, or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wiffle ball, over a net.
There is no registration or fee – just show up and play! (Days & times dependent on participation)
Evidence Based Health Interventions
Evidence-based Health Intervention (EBHI) programs deliver community-based health and wellness services in innovative new ways rooted in a common commitment to preventing and combating chronic disease. These programs are open to all, not just current YMCA members. Registration is required to take advantage of these different programs that help our community become healthier and have a higher quality of life.
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention with Kimberly: Mon/Wed 9:00am to 10:00am in the Event Center. March 10 - April 30 (16 sessions). $10 members | $15 Non-members
Y Tai Chi with Shannon: Tues 9:00am to 10:00am in the Event Center. March 11 - April 29 (8 sessions). $10 Members | $15 Non-members.
Better Balance with Kelly D.: Wed 1:00pm in the Group Ex Studio. April 2 - June 4 (10 sessions). $10 Members | $15 Non-members.
For questions about AOA or EBHI, email shannon@lexingtonymca.com
