Wellness Center

The Wellness Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital offers a variety of classes including CPR and First Aid, Babysitter Training and Group Exercise and Fitness classes.

Our fitness classes are designed to accommodate various levels and abilities. Instructors are always ready to suggest ways to adapt any class or workout to meet your individual needs. Please note that pre-registration is required in order to attend a class. You may also register for any class at any time during the session, and the price of the class will be adjusted accordingly. To prorate a class fee, please call 617-243-6221.

Group Fitness Classes

January Mini Session: 1/7-2/2 & Winter Session: 2/4-4/13 – Download schedule and registration form

Fit & Fabulous

Class includes a warm up, aerobics and strength training routine that promotes total body well being. Focus is on building strength and improving balance and posture. For all ages and abilities.

Gentle Yoga

This class incorporates gentle (less vigorous) kriyas, mudras and mantra with an emphasis on relaxation, breathing, meditation and gentle exercise. For all ages with the ability to get down to and up from the floor.

Get Moving

This gentle on the joints class is designed to increase heart rate, tone muscles and improve overall fitness. For all ages and abilities.

Kundalini Yoga

The goal of Kundalini Yoga is to balance body, mind, and soul, and increase mental clarity and physical vitality. Each class is comprised of kriyas — moving combinations of postures and breaths. Class closes with a meditation which brings awareness and control of thoughts. Mantra (repeated sounds aloud or silently) and mudra (hand gestures), are used to clear negative patterns, reduce stress and awaken awareness. For all with the ability to get down to and up from the floor.

Low Impact Aerobics

Aerobic exercise improves cardiovascular health and helps reduce stress. This Low-impact Aerobics class is gentle on the joints and beneficial as a great way to get in a heart pumping workout. Focus is on energy boost, improved heart function and reducing stress. Come join this dynamic and fun class. No experience necessary and all levels are welcome!

Pilates

Pilates mat work and gentle stretching to strengthen the core muscles, tone and increase flexibility in the back and spine. Will help improve balance, breathing, energy level and posture. All levels welcome. For all with the ability to get down to and up from the floor.

Strength Training and Strength Training for Women

Non-aerobic routine of strength building exercises (standing & floor) using repetitions, resistance bands and hand weights. Focus is on using correct form for maximum strength gain and to improve posture, balance and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. For all with the ability to get down to and up from the floor.

Stretch & Strengthen

Non-aerobic routine of stretch and strength building exercises (standing, floor). Focus is on becoming/staying active and increasing muscle strength to improve health, posture, balance and reduce risk of osteoporosis. For all ages and abilities.

Tai Chi

A regular Tai Chi practice of slow and rhythmic movements is said to encourage an increase in circulation, relieve stress, promote flexibility, and increase strength. Over time, you will experience a marked improvement in concentration, range of motion and balance. For all ages and abilities.

Call 617-243-6221 for more information and to register.