Classes
Sun Health Wellness Classes
Please see our list of classes below and check back regularly for newly added classes. Register online by using the “Class Registration” button next to the class or by calling (623) 471-9355.
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Tai Chi Essentials (45 minutes)
All of the health benefits of Tai Chi Chuan in five easy-to-learn, easy-to-do movements. Developed at Harvard, this class has been adapted for seniors and works on balance, breathing and relaxation, with the goal of maintaining a healthy body.
$ Balance & Posture (8-Week Class Series)
Balance & Posture uses chair assisted standing exercises to strengthen the core with an additional focus on increased flexibility and mobility to support muscles and joints during movement. Resistance bands are incorporated to further help improve posture.
$ Strength Training (8-Week Class Series)
This low-intensity class uses bands, body weight and other items to train the upper- and lower-body muscle groups.
$ PWR Moves (6-week series class)
PWR! Moves is a Parkinson’s-specific exercise program that works to improve neuroplasticity and slow the progression of Parkinson’s Disease. Focused on large movements, PWR! Moves targets four critical skills the disease attacks: antigravity extension, weight shifting, axial mobility, and transitional movements. This is a great option for anyone experiencing neurological related mobility and range of motion declines.
Fall Prevention: Simple Ways to Reduce Your Risk
No matter what age you are, a fall can seriously affect your quality of life. Come and learn about simple strategies to reduce your risk with the team from Wall 2 Wall Sports & Rehab.
Memory Café
Memory Cafés provide a social and resource place for people living with memory loss and their care partners. Caregivers participate in an educational and/or support session while people with memory loss actively participate in a cognitive engagement program.
Advanced Directives
Advance care planning is a facilitated process of planning for future health and personal care. Advance directives guide future decision-making at a time when a person is unable to make their wishes known to their healthcare team. Carla Sutter, MSW, of the Arizona Healthcare Directives Registry will help you design a plan that honors your end-of-life healthcare wishes.
$ Balance: Mind and Body
Learn breathing, relaxation, attune your mind, balance your body, and move according to the ancient disciplines of Taiji, Chi-Gong, yoga, and meditation.
Tai Chi Essentials (60-min)
All of the health benefits of Tai Chi Chuan in five easy-to-learn, easy-to-do movements. Developed at Harvard, this class has been adapted for seniors and works on balance, breathing and relaxation, with the goal of maintaining a healthy body.
$ The Core to Strength (Eight-Week Series)
Our core is one of the most important components to our strength, but is often the first to go. Please join Sun Health for a low-intensity class focusing on core strength, balance and flexibility exercises using a chair as support.
