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Beginners Yoga – Outdoor Class

Have you always wanted to try yoga but don’t know where to begin? This class is for you! Not only will you learn how to practice yoga, you will learn about its health benefits and how you can apply yoga principles to your daily life. This class will take place outdoors on the Granger Green. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket. In the case of rain, this class will take place virtually.

Virtual Zumba

Even if you don’t know how to dance, this class is a great way to get in shape, have fun and shimmy those unwanted pounds away! This is a virtual class. A link will be sent to your email after registration is complete. Registration is required.

Outdoor Zumba

Even if you don’t know how to dance, this class is a great way to get in shape, have fun and shimmy those unwanted pounds away! Class will take place on the Granger Green, located in front of the hospital. Registration is required.

Yoga For Stress Relief – Virtual

Start your day off with energizing movement and breathing practices. This practice will help you begin the day off in a more grounded and supported space, as well as honor and care for all of yourself. Enjoy this class from the comfort of your home! Registration is required and a link to the class will be sent to the provided email address.

Monday Intermediate Yoga – Virtual

If you want to take your yoga practice to the next level, this is the class for you. In addition to helping you further develop strength and flexibility, this class features vinyasa (flowing from pose to pose). We will also teach yoga principles that you can apply to all aspects of your life. Enjoy this practice in the comfort of your own home! Registration is required and a link to the class will be sent to the provided email address.

Let’s Talk About Gut Health with UM Health-West Specialists

Come and hear about common issues with gastrointestinal health. Three specialists in Gastroenterology, Colorectal Surgery and Surgical Oncology will meet with you to dispel common myths about cancer screening and prevention, cancer treatment options, acid reflux, GERD management, inflammatory bowel disease, constipation, hemorrhoids, and liver and pancreatic diseases. Join us in-person or online. Registration is required.

Ophthalmology Simplified: Understanding Common Eye Problems

Join the conversation about protecting your vision and eye health. Dr. Matthew Borr, Ophthalmologist, will discuss common conditions affecting the eyes including myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, cataracts, glaucoma, and more. Join us with your questions in-person or online.

UM Health-West Way 5K and YMCA Family Fun Run

The 2021 Metro Way 5K & YMCA Kids Races is going hybrid! People of all ages and abilities, walkers, competitive runners and everyone in between are welcome.

Safety is our top priority. This years race offers an in-person event and course for a limited number of participants. The in-person race will take place on July 15th at 6:30pm.

Those choosing to participate virtually must complete their race between July 11th – July 18th. All results must be uploaded by 11:59 July 18th.

Register before 8 a.m. July 8 to receive a free race T-shirt, while supplies last.

All proceeds from the 5K support free and low cost educational health and wellness classes.

Intermediate Yoga – Outdoor Class

If you want to take your yoga practice to the next level, this is the class for you. In addition to helping you further develop strength and flexibility, this class features vinyasa (flowing from pose to pose). We will also teach yoga principles that you can apply to all aspects of your life. This class will take place outdoors on the Granger Green. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket.

Beginners Yoga – Outdoor Class

Have you always wanted to try yoga but don’t know where to begin? This class is for you! Not only will you learn how to practice yoga, you will learn about its health benefits and how you can apply yoga principles to your daily life. This class will take place outdoors on the Granger Green. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket.