Northeast Park Recreation Center -1530 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, 612-370-4920
You can register by phone at 612-370-4920, in person with Heidi Miller or online at: https://apm.activecommunities.com/minneapolisparks/Home
Stay Strong 55+ Classes weekly on Mondays from 9:15-10:15 $40 per group of 6 sessions.
Summer/Fall 2025 Sessions:
April 14-June 2,(No Class May 26)
June 9 - July 14 (No Class June 30)
July 21 - August 18 (No class July 28)
September 8-October 6 (No class Oct. 13)
October 20-November 17
November 24-December 22
Nordic Pole Walking
Nordic walking poles provided or bring your own. Learn how to use poles to increase your cardio while walking and strengthen your shoulders and your core muscles. This class will be outdoors at Northeast Park. Meet inside the park building.
June 4, 11, 18 and 25 - 9:15 - 10:15
Workshops @ Northeast Park Recreation Center - All workshops are offered for free thanks to a Dziedzic Grant!
To register call Heidi Miller at 612-370-4920 or register online at: https://apm.activecommunities.com/minneapolisparks/Home
Fall 2025
MOVE it or LOSE it - The Neurological and Psychological Benefits of Exercise
Tuesday, September 9 – 1:00 – 2:30
Research shows that exercise, when performed in recommended doses, can greatly affect mood, change the composition of your brain, enhance cognition, and enhance quality of life. Mia Bremer, senior health and fitness specialist, will share the research and talk about how to stay sharp, improve your mental health, and ensure your body and brain stay as fit as possible as you age.
Osteoporosis and Lifestyle Changes
Thursday, October 9 – 1-2:30
Bone loss from osteopenia and osteoporosis both respond to exercise and nutrition changes, along with medical intervention as needed. In this workshop, learn what happens to our bones with this diagnosis and how targeted interventions and lifestyle modifications can help you manage the disease.
Metabolic Syndrome, Prediabetes and Exercise
Tuesday, November 18, 1-2:30
Exercise and nutrition play a huge role in preventing Type-2 Diabetes. Learn about these two precursors to Type 2 Diabetes, an all-to-prevalent disease, and what you can do to change the path with lifestyle changes.
Inflammation – Friend or Foe
Thursday, December 11 – 1 – 2:30
Inflammation is a current buzzword on your social media feed, but what exactly does it mean for you? Learn what inflammation is, how it affects your body and how food, exercise and stress management can help you manage your body’s response.