CREATE A GREAT DAY - Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors

24ADAPTED PROGRAMS continued from previous pageBROADWAY (designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease) ADP 203Improve voice projection and flexibility in this innovative program developed atthe Cummings Centre. Vocal, breathing and percussive exercises are incorporatedwith singing and dance movement which improve balance and coordination inindividuals with Parkinson's disease. Songs and choreography are chosen tocomplement each other within a musical theme with diverse styles such asBroadway, Big Band, Classic Folk, Flamenco and Argentine Tango.sessionsWednesday Jan. 9 – March 20 1:45 – 3:45 p.m. 11 $150 Andrea Connors, MITAdapted ProgramsTAI CHI ADP 204Develop strength, balance and coordination. Improve neuromuscular function andincreased mental focus. Movements flow with grace and subtlety. We welcomecaregiver or spouse participation.Thursday Jan. 10 – March 21 10 – 11 a.m. 11 $110 Andrew Dearlove,NewtimeMaster InstructorBOXING FOR PARKINSON’S ADP 219This high energy class will focus on coordination, balance and focus and willinclude both upper and lower body exercises. Proper warm up, breathingtechnique and proprioceptive training with be emphasized.This class will take place at Underdog Gym, 9 St. Catherine St. EastTransportation from Cummings Centre is included.Departure at 10 a.m. sharp!Thursday Jan. 10 – March 21 10:30 – noon 11 $105 Sylvera Louis,Canadian Boxing ChampionAQUA FITNESS ADP 201Focus on basic aerobics and build resistance and stamina. Promotes balanceand strength. Join us in a friendly and accessible environment.Takes place at the Cote St. Luc Aquatic Centre, 5794 Parkhaven Ave.Thursday Jan. 10 – March 21 11 – noon 11 $130 Susan UngarART CLASSES (Parkinson’s, MS, Post Stroke/Post Rehab) ADP 220An opportunity to discover and explore various art media such as paint, pastel andmixed media to encourage creative expression as part of the recovery process.Adapted equipment available. Materials included.Thursday Jan. 10 – March 14 10 – noon 10 $120 Donna Goloff, MA“I love coming to my adapted exercise classes at the CummingsCentre. The teacher is top notch; she has designed an exercise programthat focuses on trouble areas for Multiple Sclerosis patients and I geta good mix of balance, strength and cardio exercises that help mereach my goals. She is up-to-date on all the new research, trends andequipment and integrates this into our program which is constantlyevolving. Her team of staff and volunteers are really dedicated to helpingus improve– they challenge us! And I love working out with other participants; there is agreat understanding of each other and a sense of humour that is unrivalled. I wouldn’t missmy class for the world.”Patricia KearnsADAPTED PROGRAMS continued on next pageCummings Centre