The Center for Active Living

Meditation Class
2026-12-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-02-02 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Center for Active Living, 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, 98116, United States
This class will explore a variety of ways to make friends with our minds. Each week includes several brief on-the-spot meditations, a review of what has been covered, as well as discussion of the results. The goal is to develop and deepen the skills needed for a relaxed presence.

Get Moving!
2026-12-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-12-22 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-12-29 09:30 - 10:30, 2027-01-05 09:30 - 10:30, 2027-01-12 09:30 - 10:30, 2027-01-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2027-01-26 09:30 - 10:30, 2027-02-02 09:30 - 10:30
Physical therapist Sherryl DeVries leads this multi-level variety workout class designed for everyone, especially for people with a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Exercises will include big movement, cardio, weight training, dance movement and boxing. All movements can be modified with a chair.

Intentional Movement
2026-12-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-23 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-27 09:00 - 10:00
This music-driven movement class blends simple dance moves with full-body exercises to boost mood and improve coordination. No experience needed, just come ready for fun! Bring walking shoes and a bottle of water!

Balance & Strength
2026-12-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-08 10:00 - 11:00 and 6 more dates
Join personal trainer Denise Geroux to improve your balance and prevent falls with this interactive class using Feldenkrais Method (TM) of Awareness Through Movement (TM), Tai Chi and Chi Gung exercises. You will learn how to align your posture in standing and sitting and strengthen your lower body and core. We will also work on joint stability and flexibility, breathing and mindfulness—all of which contribute to better balance. We use chairs in this class. All abilities are welcome.

Qi Gong
2026-12-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2027-01-06 15:00 - 16:00, 2027-01-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2027-01-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2027-01-27 15:00 - 16:00
Natalia Boff is a certified Holden Qi Gong instructor and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach based in Seattle. Her gentle, accessible classes support balance, mobility, stress reduction and overall well-being. Movements can be done standing or seated. Qi Gong is a great complement for those who enjoy Tai Chi or yoga.

Tai Chi Level 1 Beginners
2026-12-17 09:00 - 09:30, 2026-12-24 09:00 - 09:30, 2026-12-31 09:00 - 09:30, 2027-01-07 09:00 - 09:30, 2027-01-14 09:00 - 09:30, 2027-01-21 09:00 - 09:30, 2027-01-28 09:00 - 09:30
Improve your balance and increase your energy, strength and coordination. Join instructor Richard Lazeres for a continuing class that blends exercises for health benefits, longevity and fun. Level 1 is for beginners. Level 2 is for intermediate practitioners and those looking for a review of basic moves and combinations. Level 3 will be for those experienced in tai chi and ready to add to their skill set.

Tai Chi Level 2 Intermediate
2026-12-17 09:30 - 10:00, 2026-12-24 09:30 - 10:00, 2026-12-31 09:30 - 10:00, 2027-01-07 09:30 - 10:00, 2027-01-14 09:30 - 10:00, 2027-01-21 09:30 - 10:00, 2027-01-28 09:30 - 10:00

Tai Chi Level 3 Advanced
2026-12-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-28 10:00 - 11:00

Yoga For Strong Bodies, Strength & Stability
2026-12-17 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-12-24 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-12-31 14:30 - 15:30, 2027-01-07 14:30 - 15:30, 2027-01-14 14:30 - 15:30, 2027-01-21 14:30 - 15:30, 2027-01-28 14:30 - 15:30
Challenge your body at any age with movements that support strength, balance, and confidence. You’ll learn how to build strong bones through good alignment, intentional yoga poses, and light weights that stimulate bone density safely and effectively. This approach creates healthy stress on your bones — just enough to encourage growth — while improving your posture, stability, and overall strength. It’s a mindful, sustainable way to stay strong for life. If possible bring two blocks, light weights and a yoga mat.

Fitness For Fun
2026-12-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-25 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2027-01-11 09:00 - 10:00 and 6 more dates
Join Sherry for a class that engages all parts of your body and brain. She will have you moving your body and having fun with upbeat music and easy steps. Every class will be a little different to keep you flexible in mind and body.

Hatha Yoga
2026-12-18 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-12-25 11:30 - 12:30, 2027-01-01 11:30 - 12:30, 2027-01-08 11:30 - 12:30, 2027-01-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2027-01-22 11:30 - 12:30, 2027-01-29 11:30 - 12:30
Certified yoga instructor Nadine Blinn uses soft versions of poses designed for seniors that are held for longer periods, allowing the body to ease into them. This class includes floor and chair exercises, so please bring a mat. Expect a calm beginning and end with a relaxed pace. Chairs are available for assistance in balancing and pose adaptations. Beginners through experienced yogis are welcome!

Gentle Chair Yoga
2026-12-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-01-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2027-02-01 10:00 - 11:00
Join certified yoga instructor Nadine Blinn for a fun and relaxing class of chair and standing poses (no floor sitting) to improve breathing, flexibility, balance and mood. Poses can be adapted to your abilities or limitations.
