Kupuna Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Who: Open and FREE to the public for anyone 60 years or older only.
What: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is taught by certified instructors and is an evidence-based program incorporating tai chi principles for improving health and wellness. Based on Sun style tai chi, it has gentle flowing movements that are easy to learn, safe, and enjoyable for all levels. No prior experience is required, and this form can also be modified to a seated position.
YMCA Location: Leeward Y: Tue and Thu 9:00am-10:00am
How To Register
YMCA Members:
- Reserve your spot in MotionVibe up to 2 days in advance of the class starting at 8 am.
Non-Y Members:
- Complete a one-time initial enrollment and waiver form, and then you can reserve your spot up to 2 days in advance of the class you wish to attend starting at 8 am, using one of these options:
- In-Person: If you are at a YMCA branch, stop by the Welcome Center; or
- Online: Complete this form and specify which class you would like to attend; or
- Phone: Leave a message at 808-678-4296. In your message, state your name, phone number, email, and the branch/date/time of the class you would like to attend:
- Example: My name is Joe Aloha. My phone number is 808-531-9622 and my email is [email protected]. I would like to make a reservation for the Tai Chi Class at Mililani on Saturday, February 5 at 8:50 am.
- For Non-Y members, reservation is not guaranteed until you have received a call or email confirming your spot.
Kupuna Group Exercise Classes
Who: Open to YMCA Members only.
Choose from a variety of kupuna-focused classes offered in-person and live-streamed! Reserve your spot in MotionVibe up to 2 days in advance of the class starting at 8 am.
Kupuna Group Exercise Class Schedule
Branch | Monday | Wednesday | Friday |
Kaimuki | Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention 1:00 pm | Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention 1:00 pm | Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention 1:00 pm |
Kalihi | Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention 9:00 am | Senior Karate 12:15 pm | Silver & Fit 10:30 am |
Leeward | Silver & Fit 8:00 am | Stretch & Relax 8:00 am | Stretch & Relax 8:00 am |
Mililani | Chair Zumba 10:30 am | Chair Zumba 10:30 am | Zumba Gold 10:30 am |
Nu'uanu | Silver & Fit 11:15 am | Chair Yoga 10:15 am | Silver & Fit 10:15 am |
Windward | Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention 1:00 pm | Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention 12:15 pm | Chair Fitness 10:45 am |