This monthly class is focused on adults who have always wanted to learn traditional Oriental martial arts but feel out of shape or uncomfortable training with younger students. The Zoom classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. and emphasize gentler, safer, modern training methods. Students improve physical fitness, increase mental alertness, reduce stress and achieve an attitude of positive

Increase upper and lower body strength through exercises using hand weights, plus practice standing yoga poses and Qi Gong body tapping for circulation. Fitness Fusion meets Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 6 and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. at Veterans Plaza. For more information, contact Marion Higgins at (562) 296-8328. Proudly Featuring

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Yoga is a great tool to increase strength, balance and flexibility. Classes are available in Clubhouse 6 every Wednesday: 9-10 a.m.: “Yoga for Healthy Aging” with Sally Burns 10:15-11:15 a.m.: with Travis Ott-Conn. The cost is $35 for five classes or $8 for drop-ins. Jenny Ahn also teaches onehour yoga classes on Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. for $5 per class.Text or

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