Youthful Hearts 50+ exercise classes are held in Marin County, California at the Margaret Todd Senior Center in Novato, and also on Zoom. Unfortunately, after 26 years, I’m no longer teaching at the San Rafael Community Center. Currently, my classes are meeting on Zoom on Mondays and Thursdays each week, and in-person on Tuesdays in Novato, CA. We’re having a great time together! If you’d like more info about my live-streaming fitness classes on Zoom or my upcoming in-person classes, contact me here. Hope to see you in a class sometime soon!
See the Zoom and In-Person Class Schedules below. (You can find out more details about the classes by clicking on the colored title of each class name on the calendar below.)
Current In-Person Class Schedule
Location: Margaret Todd Senior Center
1560 Hill Road, Novato, CA 94947
(415) 899-8290
Tuesdays:
9:30am – 10:30am, Fit and Fun, Low Impact Aerobics + more
11:00am – 12:00pm, Still Going Strong, Strength & Stretch + more
12:25pm – 1:05pm, Line Dancing (Beginner/Intermediate dances.)
1:30pm – 2:10pm, Chair Exercise, light cardio, strength & stretch
Current Zoom Class Schedule
You can find out more details about the classes, including their time and location, by clicking on the colored title of each class name below.
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Classes in December 2024
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November 25(2 events) Fit and Fun after 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 |
November 26(4 events) Fit & Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 25 minutes. Exercise modifications are demonstrated so you can choose which level is right for you. The second half of class includes stretching, strengthening and guided meditation, with about 10-15 minutes of optional floor work. Get past whatever is holding you back and be the awesome person you are! Equipment is provided at the senior center. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, California 94947-4002 USA Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training 11:00am – 12:00pm Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. (Equipment is provided at the senior center.) Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, CA 94947-4002 USA Line Dancing – 12:25pm – 1:05pm In this rejuvenating, stress-releasing class we focus on learning a variety of popular line dances. You’ll have a lot of fun and get some beneficial exercise. Plus, you’ll develop better memory. For music we use a wide mix of styles, including country, pop and big band. Beginning and intermediate dances are taught in a patient, step-by-step manner with repetition and review. Come meet some great people and breathe new life into your soul! Newcomers of all levels are welcome. Wear soft sole shoes. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA |
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December 2(2 events) Fit and Fun after 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 |
December 3(4 events) Fit & Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 25 minutes. Exercise modifications are demonstrated so you can choose which level is right for you. The second half of class includes stretching, strengthening and guided meditation, with about 10-15 minutes of optional floor work. Get past whatever is holding you back and be the awesome person you are! Equipment is provided at the senior center. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, California 94947-4002 USA Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training 11:00am – 12:00pm Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. (Equipment is provided at the senior center.) Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, CA 94947-4002 USA Line Dancing – 12:25pm – 1:05pm In this rejuvenating, stress-releasing class we focus on learning a variety of popular line dances. You’ll have a lot of fun and get some beneficial exercise. Plus, you’ll develop better memory. For music we use a wide mix of styles, including country, pop and big band. Beginning and intermediate dances are taught in a patient, step-by-step manner with repetition and review. Come meet some great people and breathe new life into your soul! Newcomers of all levels are welcome. Wear soft sole shoes. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA |
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December 5(3 events) Fit and Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise (Virtual class on Zoom) Zoom Virtual Class 94901-3806 USA 707 642 3603 |
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December 9(2 events) Fit and Fun after 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 |
December 10(4 events) Fit & Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 25 minutes. Exercise modifications are demonstrated so you can choose which level is right for you. The second half of class includes stretching, strengthening and guided meditation, with about 10-15 minutes of optional floor work. Get past whatever is holding you back and be the awesome person you are! Equipment is provided at the senior center. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, California 94947-4002 USA Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training 11:00am – 12:00pm Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. (Equipment is provided at the senior center.) Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, CA 94947-4002 USA Line Dancing – 12:25pm – 1:05pm In this rejuvenating, stress-releasing class we focus on learning a variety of popular line dances. You’ll have a lot of fun and get some beneficial exercise. Plus, you’ll develop better memory. For music we use a wide mix of styles, including country, pop and big band. Beginning and intermediate dances are taught in a patient, step-by-step manner with repetition and review. Come meet some great people and breathe new life into your soul! Newcomers of all levels are welcome. Wear soft sole shoes. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA |
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December 12(3 events) Fit and Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise (Virtual class on Zoom) Zoom Virtual Class 94901-3806 USA 707 642 3603 |
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December 16(2 events) Fit and Fun after 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 |
December 17(4 events) Fit & Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 25 minutes. Exercise modifications are demonstrated so you can choose which level is right for you. The second half of class includes stretching, strengthening and guided meditation, with about 10-15 minutes of optional floor work. Get past whatever is holding you back and be the awesome person you are! Equipment is provided at the senior center. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, California 94947-4002 USA Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training 11:00am – 12:00pm Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. (Equipment is provided at the senior center.) Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, CA 94947-4002 USA Line Dancing – 12:25pm – 1:05pm In this rejuvenating, stress-releasing class we focus on learning a variety of popular line dances. You’ll have a lot of fun and get some beneficial exercise. Plus, you’ll develop better memory. For music we use a wide mix of styles, including country, pop and big band. Beginning and intermediate dances are taught in a patient, step-by-step manner with repetition and review. Come meet some great people and breathe new life into your soul! Newcomers of all levels are welcome. Wear soft sole shoes. Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise Margaret Todd Senior Center 1560 Hill Rd Novato, 94947-4002 USA |
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December 19(3 events) Fit and Fun After 50! – Low Impact Aerobics, Virtual Class on Zoom Move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! Come join us for positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, music, and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, improve your stamina and your heart and brain health. After a good warm-up, we do low impact aerobics for about 20 minutes. Modifications are demonstrated so you can exercise at a level that is right for you. The last segment of class includes strength training (using hand weights and elastic bands) and stretching. The class includes stress release practices. There is no mat work in this class. All of the exercises are mostly standing with rare occasion of using a chair. However a chair may be used if needed at any time. Zoom Virtual Class Still Going Strong – Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Training (Virtual Class on Zoom) 10:30am – 11:15am Feel great, live better and maintain your ability to take care of yourself as you grow older! This class helps to develop the many aspects of functional fitness necessary for aging well, including balance, mobility, strength, flexibility, brain health, and self-acceptance. The strength exercises are done using hand weights, body weight and elastic bands. Modifications are shown for those with certain limitations. Taught with compassion and kindness, you’ll be inspired to care for yourself in a safe and well-rounded way. Let go of focusing on what you can’t do and enjoy exploring what you CAN do! Deep breathing and relaxation are emphasized to help with stress release. Become strong and happy! Zoom Virtual Class USA 707 642 3603 Chair Exercise – Chair Exercise (Virtual class on Zoom) Zoom Virtual Class 94901-3806 USA 707 642 3603 |
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