Fitness and Wellness Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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 exercise and fitness classes are designed to accommodate various levels and abilities. Our instructors are able to suggest ways of adapting any class or workout to meet your individual needs. We offer a range of classes and services ranging from individual and group exercise classes, to CPR, First Aid, and Babysitter Training.

We offer the following Group Exercises and Fitness Classes:

• Fit & Fabulous
• Gentle Yoga
• Kundalini Yoga
• Low Impact Aerobics
• Pilates
• Strength Training for Women
• Stretch & Strengthen
• Tai Chi
• Babysitter Training
• CPR
• First Aid

Sign-up & Class Registration Information

• Registration is open for the Winter 2020 Session.
• To register for a class call 617-243-6221
• Download the current schedule and registration form.

Group Fitness Class Calendar

Fitness Class Descriptions

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.

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.

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 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.