The Tiger Trail is our indoor walking program. On Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5:00-8:00PM, come to Gardiner Area High School and check in at our office in the Adult Ed Wing and then start walking! We have a map with different route options and information so you can plan your visit. You must be registered online to participate.

You can find the Adult Ed entrance on the road-facing end of the south (right) wing of the high school. Parking is available in the small side lot located on West Hill Road.

Feeling tired, off balance, or having a difficult time getting up and down? This 45-minute fitness class is the answer to help you feel both emotionally and physically younger and stronger! Reenergize yourself in this welcoming, spacious, and uplifting environment. This class will enhance your overall wellbeing by improving brain function and helping you to regain youthful energy. Stretch, stabilize, and strengthen your way to the best version of you. Let us jump start your day with positive and inspirational energy; guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Join us!

Do you want to take your fitness to the next level? This 45-minute heart pumping, non-stop workout is guaranteed to strengthen your core, increase your endurance, and improve your mental state. Engage in resistance training using dumbbells, bands, foam rollers, fit balls, medicine balls, kettle bells and more; in a spacious and welcoming environment. Plank, push-up, and squat your way to a new and improved you. Increase your energy, challenge yourself, de-stress from work, and rise to the occasion in this high-energy atmosphere. This will be the best 45 minutes of your day. Join us!

Do you wake up in the morning with tight/stiff muscles? Do you experience low back pain and decreased mobility in your hips, shoulders, and neck? You know you need to stretch but you’re not quite sure what to? If you have answered yes to any of the above this 45 minute total body stretch class is what you need. It will leave you feeling taller, more limber, and ready to start your day!

Get ready to dance your way to fitness! Join us for a fun and energetic workout featuring Latin and international rhythms. Led by an enthusiastic instructor, this course offers easy-to-follow moves for all levels, improving cardiovascular health and mood. Don't miss out on the joy of Zumba!

It’s back! 45 minutes of non-stop low impact cardio on the step. It’s a great way to start your weekend! All you need to bring is water and lots of energy.

Introduction to Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep”, is a form of guided meditation that offers profound relaxation and healing. Unlike traditional meditation, Yoga Nidra is usually practiced lying down, allowing the practitioner to find a state of deep rest under the guidance of a teacher. Through this practice, one navigates the delicate balance between wakefulness and sleep, achieving a state where the body reaches homeostasis, the breath stabilizes, and both the conscious and unconscious mind harmonize.

How Yoga Nidra Works

During a Yoga Nidra session, the teacher guides the practitioner into a state of deep relaxation through a series of instructions and visualizations. This process draws attention inwards, away from external distractions, and helps the practitioner to travel through different layers of consciousness. As the body relaxes, the mind becomes a witness to its own internal processes, unveiling a state of deep, blissful awareness.

Benefits of Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra offers an array of benefits including:

·      Stress Reduction: By promoting relaxation, it helps reduce anxiety and stress levels.

·      Improved Sleep: Regular practice can lead to better sleep quality and reduced insomnia.

·      Enhanced Creativity: It can unlock creative potential by tapping into the subconscious mind.

·      Emotional Healing: It offers a safe space for emotional release and healing.

·      Physical Relaxation: Deeply relaxes the body, aiding in muscle recovery and reducing chronic pain.

Preparing for a Yoga Nidra Session

To fully immerse yourself in a Yoga Nidra session, it’s important to prepare your space and gather the necessary props. Here are some tips to ensure a comfortable practice:

·      Yoga Mat: Lay down a yoga mat to provide a soft surface for your practice.

·      Pillow: Use a pillow to support your head and neck.

·      Bolster or Pillow for Under Your Knees: Place a bolster or pillow under your knees to relieve lower back tension.

·      Light Blanket: Have a light blanket to keep warm, as body temperature may drop during relaxation.

The Session

During the session, you will be in savasana (corpse pose) for about an hour. It’s crucial to find a position where you are comfortable and can remain still, allowing yourself to fully surrender to the practice.

Participating in Yoga Nidra

Participants can choose to attend the sessions on Thursday afternoons or evenings, possibly three sessions available in the afternoon and three in the evening. Participants have the flexibility to sign up for just one session or commit to all six, depending on their schedule and interest.

Each session provides an opportunity to deepen your practice and experience the transformative effects of Yoga Nidra

Bringing our most popular class to Augusta, Chip & Allan will be leading the Older Adult Functional Fitness class every Tuesday & Thursday! Join them to learn how to maintain health, balance, and flexibility without compromise!