When it’s hard to reach that top shelf in a kitchen cabinet or bend over and tie a shoe, it’s often because our muscles are tight and lack flexibility. Stretching and flexing the body regularly can relieve tightness and increase pleasure in one’s daily routine.

Gentle and Seniors Yoga
WHEN: various times
WHERE: Baptist Milestone, 750 Cypress Station Drive, Louisville
COST: free to members
TO REGISTER: 502.896.3900

Barre and Stretch/Balance
WHEN: various times
WHERE: Floyd County Family YMCA, 33 State St., New Albany
COST: free to members
TO REGISTER: 812.206.0688

Silver Sneakers-Sponsored Classes
Gentler classes designed for more mature participants
WHEN: various times
WHERE: Louisville Parks and Recreation (several community and seniors centers) 1297 Trevilian Way, Louisville
COST: free to those who qualify for Silver Sneakers
TO REGISTER: 502.574.7275

Tai Chi and Pilates
WHEN: various times
WHERE: Baptist Milestone, 750 Cypress Station Drive, Louisville
COST: free to members
TO REGISTER: 502.896.3900

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