Fitness/Wellness Programs

 

Assumption Community ExerciseAssumption Community Exercise, ACE, is dedicated to seniors (50+) within the ROCORI Communities.   We strive to offer seniors the improved potential to continue to live an independent, active and enriched life.  Total well-being creates our winning hand!

Old Glory Run

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Assumption Community is a proud sponsor of the Old Glory Run, an event that involves a 5k run/walk/wheel for all ages and a 1k kids fun run. Located in Cold Spring, this great event raises funds for Disabled American Veterans.  After competing for the past 4 years and receiving the 2010 Spirit Award, Team Assumption continues to grow! So please join Team Assumption on May 19, 2012 for the event!

Details: 

   This year all Assumption Team participants get a $5.00 discount, so registration is only $20.00—but hurry, after April 9th it goes up to $25.00.   Please do not register online.   Instead, register by completing the “2012 OGR Registration_Team Assumption” document, attach your registration fee, and send to the address listed.  


You will receive a free Assumption Team t-shirt that should be worn during the race.


Any questions or concerns contact Assumption's Health & Wellness Coordinator, Racey Gasior @ 320-348-2313 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

 

Group Exercise Classes

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We currenlty offer a variety  of organized fitness classes that focus on balance, flexibility, endurance and strength.  Classes are designed specifically for the 50+ population at all different levels, resulting in basic, advanced and mixed ability classes. 

Different styles are presented such as Tai Chi, Chair Yoga & Chair Aerobics to name a few.  All types of equipment are used from dumbells to stretch bands to exercsie balls. 

Class times and types change month to month based on level of participants and just to keep it fun and interesting!

Be sure to check out May 2012's ACE Class Schedule!

Wellness Assessments with Recommendations for Success

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Figure out your physical strengths, weaknesses, and most importantly fall risks! 

 We use research-based testing, The Senior Fit Test, along with new balance technology, The Bio Sway, that are both age appropriate.   The process only takes about 15 minutes to complete.

Read more: Wellness Assessments with Recommendations for Success

Third Age Education

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We provide continuing education on key health issues for seniors within the area:

-2011: September 21st @ 2:00 "Your Brain on Exercise" in John Paul Dining  Room

-Soon to come Chronic Disease Self Management Program (CDSMP) Classes

Evening Stroll

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This event works on your functionality in continuing to be an independent walker.  It is an all campus event where community seniors are welcome to join! 

It is held every other Tuesday @ 6:45pm.

Check dates for this event as well as all of our other scheduled wellness/fitness activities on our Campus Events Schedule for Assumption Home, Assumption Court Apartments, and John Paul Apartments.