Chair Yoga with Annette Wertman

When most people today use the word yoga, they’re generally referring to the physical exercises, which comprise a variety of body postures and breathing techniques. Together, these have become popular as a kind of low-impact physical exercise, and are increasingly used by older adults for various health purposes: relaxation; physical and mental fitness; illness prevention; and disease management. Chair yoga is an adaptation of regular yoga in which exercises are done while sitting or holding onto a chair, rather than sitting on a yoga mat on the floor. By providing extra stability, the chair reduces anxiety and makes yoga a safe exercise for most older adults. Make no mistake, though: Although the chair replaces the mat, chair yoga still provides a challenging workout that is sure to improve your health!

Annette is a certified Yoga instructor and Music Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with children and adults of all abilities and challenges. Annette completed her M.A in Gerontology at Simon Fraser University. Unchanged: Annette is a certified Yoga instructor and Music Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with children and adults of all abilities and challenges. Annette completed her M.A in Gerontology at Simon Fraser University.

Fitness Classes with Peter Ho

Peter Ho is an ACE-certified personal trainer, fitness coach and powerlifter. His years of experience as the head trainer for all the BC branches of Planet Fitness is a wonderful addition to the Legacy fitness team. Peter will host group workout classes specialized in helping our residents achieve gradual and sustainable fitness success. The Legacy fitness classes will focus on the basic core exercises needed to help maintain and improve everyday joint movements. There are also special core stability workouts designed to help seniors regain their balance.  Peter will also be offering new, one-on-one personal training programs.

It is never too late to work towards a healthier active lifestyle!

Zumba, Fitness & Meditation Classes with Antonya

Antonya Raymond is a creative and passionate advocate of dance, movement, and nutrition education. Her goal is to motivate, connect, and assist individuals in reaching their full potential through performance and optimal nutrition. At Legacy, she teaches Zumba, fitness, and meditation classes that keep the residents happy and healthy. She strongly believes that the key to being a successful dancer, performer, and instructor is 80% nutrition – 20% movement – 100% attitude.