Join Carla’s Walking Group
Mondays at 11:00 am for a 45 minute walk
Walks will begin promptly at 11:00 am, Call to Register
Join Carla for a leisurely, brisk walk for fresh air, socialization, and overall well-being until colder returns. Walkers should meet at East End Park, Maxham Meadow Way, adjacent to the Ottauquechee River unless otherwise specified.
Please Note: Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle.
Please ensure that The Thompson has your email address or phone number for notification on walking route changes or inclement weather days.
Gentle Yoga – It’s Beneficial for Everyone
Offered by Yoga Instructor, Kathryn Mills
Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 pm, Cost: 6 class punch card for $90, or $20 per class
Gentle Yoga is geared specifically for those new to yoga or those who are interested in a gentle practice. This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced seated, standing, and reclining poses focusing on developing/increasing alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. Modifications are offered and props are optional. No experience or flexibility required. Bring a mat if you have one, and a blanket if you like.
Pre-registration is required by calling The Thompson.
Tai Chi – an Excellent Balance, Memory, and Coordination Practice
Wednesdays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26
Whether you’ve done tai chi before or not, you are welcome to join our classes at the Thompson. Instructor Anne Bower keeps things upbeat and relaxed and helps you make the adjustments your body requires. Our small classes make learning easy! If you have questions email her at anniebower71@gmail.com.
Tai Chi for Beginners (a fall prevention form): Wednesdays 9:30-10:30, $3 per class
Sun 73 Forms (a longer, more challenging form): Wednesdays 10:40-11:40, $3 per class
Strength Stretch and Stability Class Returns to the Thompson
Thursday mornings beginning October 6 at 10:30
We welcome exercise Instructor Liz Hatfield and her students back to The Thompson! For those who wish to continue classes via zoom, this will be a hybrid class and you can continue to exercise from home. A zoom link will be provided as requested. Newcomers are always welcome!
Bone Builders on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3-4 pm
Led by Certified Instructor, Althea Derstine
No class on Sept 13 & 15
The Bone Builders exercise program is based on research conducted and published by Tufts University which shows that strength training just twice a week dramatically reduces the risk of fractures and can even reverse the negative effects of osteoporosis. The Bone Builders program is beneficial exercise for everybody. It includes stretching, balance work, and weight lifting. New students are always welcome and are asked to call The Thompson to register and obtain a medical clearance document to be signed by your medical provider. The class will meet in the Thompson tent beginning in May depending, weather permitting.
Try Pickleball
If you are interested in playing pickleball at the Woodstock Courts on Vail field, please contact Bill Corson at billcorson59@gmail.com.