Come meet new people, make friends, and take an adventure this summer at the Juanita Pohl Center, Tualatin’s Active Aging Center! Check out upcoming trips and new programs:
Active adult day trips foster connection, encourage physical activity, boost cognitive and social function, improve mood and most importantly are great fun! Join us as we explore the beauty of the Columbia Gorge along the Hood River Fruit Loop, root for one of Portland’s newest professional sports teams, the AUSL Cascade, forage for natural delicacies along the coastal range, discover unique shops around Portland and much more.
Ready for a bigger adventure? Join us for a three-day, two-night trip to Kah-Nee-Tah Hot Springs Resort! Relax by the pool, learn about the rich and colorful cultures that make up the Confederated Tribes of The Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon at the Museum at Warm Springs, take a thrilling river tube adventure and more on our first-ever multi-night trip. Register early for a $25 discount!
Looking for a fun way to stay active this summer? The Juanita Pohl Center has you covered with a lively lineup of wellness & longevity classes designed especially for active older adults. Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve balance, or just enjoy moving to great music, there’s something for everyone!
New this summer is Low-Impact Cardio Dance! Shake up your routine and have fun moving in this low-impact cardio dance class for all fitness levels. Enjoy easy-to-follow steps, great music, and a supportive group while boosting your energy, strength, and heart health. The class will be held on Wednesdays (ongoing), from 9:45-10:30am, starting June 3rd. First two classes are FREE – June 3rd & 10th!
Other wellness & longevity classes include Mat Pilates, Gentle Somatic Yoga, Line Dance, Zumba, and Tai Chi. Tai Chi is an art embracing the mind, body and spirit. On a physical level, Tai Chi improves strength, flexibility, aerobic conditioning and balance. “We love the Pohl Center Tai Chi classes! The instructor is outstanding and makes class fun and engaging for older adults of all abilities. It is a great opportunity for participants seeking to learn this ancient gentle exercise and mindfulness practice in an enjoyable, supportive community setting. Highly recommended!” ~ David & Darlene S. (Juanita Pohl Center Tai Chi participants)
Make this a summer of learning with our ongoing educational series Community Conversations, featuring presentations on aging in place, maintaining a healthy weight and more; Earthwise Crew featuring informational sessions on environmental stewardship; and Lunch & Learns are back and better than ever with topics ranging from dementia prevention to the psychology behind writing your life story.Connect with others, build new friendships, and discover something new this summer at the Juanita Pohl Center, “Where Active Adults Engage!” Summer session registration opens May 12 at 9am and space is limited! Register for wellness programs & day trips online at www.TualatinOregon.gov/JPC or call 503.691.3061 for more information.
