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Merrymeeting Adult Education



Fitness, Health & Wellness

NIA Dance Fitness

$70

with Anna Fielder

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 17, 2023 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Please note - this class will be held at Bath Adult Ed Center at 34 Wing Farm Parkway and not Morse High School. 

Nia is an energizing barefoot cardio workout that connects you to your body, mind, and soul. Through Nia, you can safely explore and enhance your potential to live a healthy and meaningful life by engaging your senses and listening to your body. Nia combines dance, martial arts, and mindful movement to leave you energized, mentally clear, and emotionally balanced. Nia is non-impact and adaptable to individual needs and abilities. Each class starts with setting a focus. We will then warm up, dance our hearts out, and cool down, followed by stepping back out into daily life. Anna Fiedler is a certified Nia blue belt teacher who has taught Nia since 2007. She enjoys creating space for others to connect together to tap into their power and well-being through movement.

***NO CLASS: 11/21

Beginner Slow Vinyasa Yoga

$65

with Heather Laffely

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 18, 2023 at 5:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks
2 additional sessions through Dec 6, 2023

IMPORTANT NOTE: Session 1 (only) starting on September 13th will be held at the Adult Ed Center in Topsham from 1 to 2pm. 

Curious about yoga, but don't know where to begin? Heard the word Vinyasa, but don't know what it is? This class is for you! Join Heather in this class designed for those new to Yoga, and/or those looking for a Slow Gentle Flow Practice. We will take our time mindfully moving from one yoga posture to another( this is the Vinyasa style) to allow ample time to breathe in each pose. More time and a slower pace allows us to deepen the poses and remain present in each movement. This is a calm and peaceful practice that will creatively address both the Physical and Subtle(mental and emotional) Bodies.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention: Advanced 6

$65

with Carlos Collado

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 31, 2023 at 8:30 am, runs for 8 weeks

This is a continuation of the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention form. In this term we will be covering the Advanced 6 moves form the form. Completion of the Basic 6 movements is required to participate this term. ***NO CLASS: 11/21, 12/26.

Let It Go! Fiesta (Tuesday Sessions)

$70

with Tony Garreton

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 31, 2023 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
2 additional sessions through Jan 9, 2024

"Let it Go with Tony" is under TDF (Tony Dance Fiesta LLC) and is not only a dance program that helps you physically by burning calories and keeping you fit, but it also helps you fight depression, it will encourage you to feel empowered and confident. It will be a time dedicated especially to you, where you will laugh, dance, without being judged. This class is for everybody, gender, age and shape… you will go at your own pace, just like you would in a nightclub or in a family party! Course fee is for 6 sessions with Tony.

Authentic Taiji Qigong Shibashi: Set 1 (Part Two)

$65

with Carlos Collado

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 1, 2023 at 8:30 am, runs for 8 weeks

Part 2 begins where we left off in part 1. We explore the second half of the form allowing us to develop and deepen our connection to mind, body and breath. ***NO CLASS: 11/22, 12/27.

Young At Heart Fiesta

Free

with Tony Garreton

Calendar Next session starts Nov 1, 2023 at 10:30 am, runs for 6 weeks
2 additional sessions through Jan 10, 2024

Loneliness and social isolation in older adults is a serious public health risk that affects a significant number of people in the US, putting them at risk for dementia and other serious conditions. For this reason, Tony Dancer, under his TDF program, has created the “Young at Heart Fiesta” Latin Fusion dance class program with low impact, low-volume music to protect hearing, easy steps to follow and lots of laughter. This program is offered free of charge with Tony Dancer, plus once a month potlucks! Adults with strong social relationships have a lower risk of major health problems, such as depression, high blood pressure, and an unhealthy body mass index. *Program is for individuals 70+ only.

*Session 2: No class 11/22

Full Course

Learn Tennis 123: November Sessions

$55

with Maine Pines

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 1, 2023 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks
2 additional sessions through Nov 7, 2023

Tennis 123 at Maine Pines is geared toward the beginning player or player returning to tennis. It includes 3 weeks of lessons designed to instruct the player in all aspects of the game. For the 3-week program, it includes a court fee membership at Maine Pines with a free cardio tennis class, a social mixer, free designated weekend court time, and free fitness membership during the month. Tennis 123 starts the first week of the month and runs for 3 weeks at one of the following sessions: Saturdays 10-11am, Tuesdays 9-10am, or Wednesdays 6-7pm. Please complete paperwork at Maine Pines on your first day! Demo rackets are available to use during class if needed! Location: 120 Harpswell Road, Brunswick

Learn Pickleball 123: November Sessions

$55

with Maine Pines

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 3, 2023 at 12 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session on Nov 4, 2023

Learn to Play Pickleball 123 is geared toward the beginning or returning to the game player! It includes 3 weeks of lessons designed to instruct the player in all aspects of the game. For the 3-week program, it includes a court fee membership at Maine Pines with free Pickleball designated court time and free fitness membership during the month. Equipment is provided as needed. The session starts at the beginning of each month and runs for 3 weeks. The session runs on Fridays from 12-1pm or Saturdays from 12-1pm. Join us for great fun on the court! Please complete paperwork at Maine Pines on your first day! Location: 120 Harpswell Road, Brunswick





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