Fitness & Wellness
Exercise and Recreation
See newsletter and virtual events and activities page for other options here.
Monday
10:00 Water Aerobics @ the ARC (canceled for summer 2026)
11:00 QiGong
Tuesday
10:00 Water Aerobics @ the ARC (canceled for summer 2026)
10:00 Balance
11:00 Yoga
Wednesday
Thursday
10:00 Balance
11:00 Yoga
Friday
Tai Chi/Qigong:
Monday • 11:00 (Ross Douglass)
Helps reduce joint & arthritis pain; improve balance, breathing and grace. $5/class
Balance Class:
Tuesday & Thursday • 10:00 (Krista Fox) The exercises and activities offered have proven to prevent falls. Activities adaptable for any level. Free for all ages.
Yoga:
Tuesday & Thursday • 11:00 (Coco Rojas)
Wonderful Hatha Yoga for any level—beginner to advanced. Benefits include increased balance, strength, flexibility, range of motion, improved posture and circulation as well as stress reduction. $5/class
Local Recreation Centers and Activities:
See newsletter and virtual events and activities page for other options here.
Monday
10:00 Water Aerobics @ the ARC (canceled for summer 2026)
11:00 QiGong
Tuesday
10:00 Water Aerobics @ the ARC (canceled for summer 2026)
10:00 Balance
11:00 Yoga
Wednesday
Thursday
10:00 Balance
11:00 Yoga
Friday
Tai Chi/Qigong:
Monday • 11:00 (Ross Douglass)
Helps reduce joint & arthritis pain; improve balance, breathing and grace. $5/class
Balance Class:
Tuesday & Thursday • 10:00 (Krista Fox) The exercises and activities offered have proven to prevent falls. Activities adaptable for any level. Free for all ages.
Yoga:
Tuesday & Thursday • 11:00 (Coco Rojas)
Wonderful Hatha Yoga for any level—beginner to advanced. Benefits include increased balance, strength, flexibility, range of motion, improved posture and circulation as well as stress reduction. $5/class
Local Recreation Centers and Activities:
- Aspen Recreation Center
- Snowmass Recreation Center
- Carbondale Recreation Center
- Senior Skiing
- Snowshoes
Health Fairs at AVH
Smiles for Seniors
This program provides adults age 60 and over with oral evaluations, oral cancer screenings, cleanings, fluoride varnishes, oral health education, and treatment referrals.
The focus is to provide quality preventive care for seniors from Aspen to Parachute and to connect them with a dental home. Service is currently offered every other month, with mid-valley and Aspen locations. Community Health Services at 970-920-5420 for information and appointments.
Health & Mental Health Care
Midvalley Family Practice is collaborating with Pitkin County Senior Services to provide mental health support & nursing care at no cost to you.
COMMUNITY NURSING - Thursdays • 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Offering health checks and education about healthy living and aging.
This service is anticipated to resume later this summer.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT - Fridays • 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Offering therapy and counseling service to address the unique needs of older adults including grief & loss, caregiver stress, and the burden of living with chronic health issues.
Provided by Michelle Skagen, a social worker who works with all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, conflict in relationships, parenthood, and aging. Appointment preferred by calling 970-920-5432.
Smiles for Seniors
This program provides adults age 60 and over with oral evaluations, oral cancer screenings, cleanings, fluoride varnishes, oral health education, and treatment referrals.
The focus is to provide quality preventive care for seniors from Aspen to Parachute and to connect them with a dental home. Service is currently offered every other month, with mid-valley and Aspen locations. Community Health Services at 970-920-5420 for information and appointments.
Health & Mental Health Care
Midvalley Family Practice is collaborating with Pitkin County Senior Services to provide mental health support & nursing care at no cost to you.
COMMUNITY NURSING - Thursdays • 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Offering health checks and education about healthy living and aging.
This service is anticipated to resume later this summer.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT - Fridays • 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Offering therapy and counseling service to address the unique needs of older adults including grief & loss, caregiver stress, and the burden of living with chronic health issues.
Provided by Michelle Skagen, a social worker who works with all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, conflict in relationships, parenthood, and aging. Appointment preferred by calling 970-920-5432.
