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Holy Cross hospital offers more than 30 different types of fitness classes for adults of all ages. Below is an alphabetical listing of many of the classes available to the community. For more information and to register, please click here.
 Ballroom/Latin/Swing Dancing
Learn Ballroom dancing in a fun, supportive atmosphere and enjoy a gentle, varied, cardiovascular workout. No partner required. View schedule and registration information.
Better Balance (55+)
Designed for seniors 55 and older, this free class incorporates strength and resistance training and balance-specific exercises that target the three sensory systems - visual, muscular and neurologic - involved in balance control. The goal of this class is to improve balance through increased strength and body awareness in challenging situations. View schedule and registration information.
Better Bones (55+)
This free program is designed for seniors 55 and older. It focuses on reducing the rate of bone loss, improving balance and flexibility, and enhancing energy and well-being. View schedule and registration information.
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga is done seated and standing using the chair to assist in improving balance, strength and flexibility. A great class for seniors and individuals with physical challenges. View schedule and registration information.
Family Friendly Karate
Learn karate techniques and improve your balance, strength and flexibility in this family friendly class. View schedule and registration information.
Gentle Yoga (55+)
This Yoga class includes gentle restorative postures,Yoga breathing,and guided deep relaxation. It is great for seniors and those who have physical challenges. View schedule and registration information for classes at Community Health Resource Center and at Senior Source Center.
Jazz Dance (55+)
This class is designed for seniors ages 55 and older. Smooth jazz warm-ups and simple jazz dance steps and routines are set to a variety of music and styles. View schedule and registration information.
Karl's Fitness Camp for Adults (55+)
A 45-minute challenging, no-frills fitness regimen gets seniors 55+ into shape...fast! View schedule and registration information.
Laughter Aerobics
Laughter aerobics combines laughing exercises, fun and stress release activities while incorporating deep breathing methods to bring joy and a sense of well-being. View schedule and registration information.
Line Dancing (55+)
This line dance class, created for seniors 55 and older, will teach line dance routines with low and high energy steps. You'll get a great workout while learning the latest line dancing techniques. View schedule and registration information.
Mat Pilates (55+)
This exercise class, designed for seniors 55 and older, will strengthen, tone, and lengthen core muscles, while improving posture and flexibility. View schedule and registration information.
Matter of Balance
Have you fallen? Are you concerned about falls? During these eight 2-hour classes, you will set goals for increasing activity and learn how to: View falls as controllable; make changes to reduce falls risks at home; exercise to increase strength and balance. This is an excellent class to take PRIOR to taking the Better Balance class. View schedule and registration information.
 PACE: People with Arthritis Can Exercise (55+) (Spanish)
This free, multi-week class of safe and simple exercises designed by the Arthritis Foundation will help to increase endurance, boost energy, and improve range of motion. View schedule and registration information.
Stay Active-MOVE (55+) (formerly PACE)
Don't think people with arthritis should exercise? Think again! This multi-week class of safe and simple exercises designed for seniors 55+ will help you increase your level of endurance, boost your energy, and improve your range of motion. View schedule and registration information.
Parkinson's Exercise Class
This multi-week class, designed for seniors 55+ who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, will help maintain joint mobility, improve coordination and balance, increase muscle strength and flexibility, reduce stress and improve control over gross motor movements such as walking. View schedule and registration information.
Pilates
A mat class based on the exercises of Joseph Pilates, designed to improve flexibility, coordination, strength, balance, mental focus, and posture. View schedule and registration information.
Postnatal Yoga/Pilates for Moms & Babies
A six-session course developed for mothers and babies (six weeks to nine months). Includes mother-baby postures and massage designed to strengthen, stretch, and tone both of you. View schedule and registration information.
Prenatal Yoga
In this six-session course, learn breathing and relaxation techniques, postures for stretching and toning, and ways to strengthen the muscles used during labor and delivery. Talk time is included in each class. View schedule and registration information.
Seated Exercise
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and overall energy for daily activities. View schedule and registration information.
Summer Striders
This indoor walking program lets you get fit and stay cool during the summer months. Participants will receive a free pedometer and progress tracking. Begins July 10. View registration information.
Tai Chi-Chih
Tai Chi-Chih's gentle movements release stress by relaxing the body while refreshing the mind. These non-martial arts movements promote physical, mental, and emotional health and can be done by anyone regardless of physical condition. View schedule and registration information for beginners and advanced participants.
Water Workout - Senior Aerobics
A 10-week water aerobic class for people with arthritis. Non-swimmers are welcome. View schedule and registration information.
 Yoga (55+)
Designed for seniors ages 55 and older, this class will teach Yoga postures, breathing exercises and meditation to stretch, tone, and strengthen muscles and joints. View schedule and registration information.
Yoga for a Strong Healthy Body
In this eight-week series, learn ancient yogic tools and techniques to sustain strong, healthy bodies while enhancing an overall sense of health and wellness. View schedule and registration information.
Yoga for Women
Designed specifically for women 30 and older, this class will teach Yoga techniques and postures to help restore and maintain balance and strength. View schedule and registration information.
Yoga I
An active yet meditative experience that includes yoga postures, breathing, and deep relaxation to develop flexibility and strengthen the body while cultivating a sense of inner peace. View schedule and registration information
Yoga II
This class is designed for continuing yoga students who have taken Yoga I for at least six months. It focuses on refining postures and moving into more advanced versions of the poses. View schedule and registration information.
Yoga Nidra
The ancient practice of Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation technique that offers a profoundly healing state of relaxation, spanning all states of consciousness. View schedule and registration information.
Zumba
This is a Latin-based low-impact aerobics class for participants looking for a fun cardiovascular workout. View schedule and registration information.
Zumba Gold Fitness (55+)
This fitness dance class, designed for seniors ages 55 and older, is inspired by Latin dance and focuses on interval cardio training. View schedule and registration information.
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