Fitness

Coach Lisa is a recognized pioneer in the field of older adult fitness and wellness
Coach Lisa was one of the first 500 recipients to earn the AFPA Certification as a Senior Fitness Specialist. The Arthritis Foundation has asked her twice to share a keynote address. The International Parkinsons and Movement Disorder Society recognizes her—an honor for a fitness professional.

Coach Lisa works exclusively with people who are facing tough challenges. Many of her clients are dogged by chronic pain or they may be managing progressive neurologic conditions. It is not unusual for a client to be facing a host of additional health concerns. For example, they may have high blood pressure, total joint replacements or heart conditions. She has both the experience and the training to design an effective fitness program that takes into account a complex medical history.

"As a yoga and movement instructor, my mission is to assist people so that they feel better in their bodies. In public classes, private instruction, and workshops, I draw from yoga, biomechanics, deep tissue release, and strength education to address discomfort and imbalances. My clear instruction style stems from a desire to make what I teach as accessible as possible. I want to support students' capacities to trust their own innate intelligence, and to cultivate an appropriate balance of strength and flexibility.
In the last 3 years, I have worked one-on-one with students ranging from 60-94 years of age. I am skilled at adapting movement and postures, and use a number of props to achieve desired outcomes such as creating better joint movement, "un-sticking" connective tissue, or mobilizing muscles for support, to name just a few. I have taught yoga since 2003 and am a Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 200) through Yoga Alliance. By spring of 2017 I will have completed my E-RYT 500 hour training through Seattle Yoga Arts (www.seattleyogaarts.com), one of the oldest and most respected yoga studios in the city." -- Beth Award

Whether you are looking to learn something new, eat healthy and exercise to stay in shape, or play fun games with friends, you can find it at Wallingford Community Senior Center!

WCSC offers affordable – and some free! – opportunities. Here, you can meet and connect with friends while discovering new interests or refining old ones. You can also share a nutritious meal and stay active and healthy in a friendly and vibrant environment.

View our calendarfor the full schedule of what’s happening here at WCSC. For a general overview of our programs, read our current newsletter.

Call 206-461-7825 for more information about our programs. Need transportation? Call us.

Learn more and register for programs by email: register@wallingfordseniors.org

Empower Physiotherapy is a woman and queer owned orthopedic & pelvic floor physical therapy practice in the Madrona neighborhood of Seattle. Our treatment philosophy is that YOU are the expert of your body and we encourage patients to be active participants in their care. The owner, Dr. Brianna Durand, is an out and proud advocate for the LGBTQ+ population and the health inequities they face. We have a special interest in treating patients who are trans and gender non-conforming, including those who are preparing for/recovering from gender affirmation surgery. Additional expertise includes treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction, such as incontinence, strength training, and vestibular rehab to improve balance and reduce the risk of falls.

The Sno-Valley Senior Center serves the Snoqualmie Valley (Duvall, Carnation, Fall City, and Redmond Ridge). All services, from Meals on Wheels to caregiver support to fitness and social activities, are open to all.