WBLAS Community Services & Recreation

A modified form of yoga, using exercise principles of traditional yoga to increase participant's health and fitness by replacing a floor mat with a chair. Find mobility in a gentle, supportive way that is very beneficial. Chair Yoga will improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood, reducing stress and decreasing joint pain.

A modified form of yoga, using exercise principles of traditional yoga to increase participant's health and fitness by replacing a floor mat with a chair. Find mobility in a gentle, supportive way that is very beneficial. Chair Yoga will improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood, reducing stress and decreasing joint pain. Drops ins welcome!

Fun, aerobic classes for those needing a slower tempo and less vigorous program. Improve endurance, flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. Great for beginners! These are drop in classes - attend when you can. $55 for 8 drop in classes Tuesday - Friday | 9:30 - 10:30 AM | White Bear Dance Center, 2462 East County Road F, WBL To purchase a Punch Card: Purchase online here, or Visit the White Bear Area Senior, 2484 East County Rd F, WBL Punch cards must to be picked up prior to class to participate. Questions? Call 651-653-3121

Would you like to spend an enjoyable couple of hours on the lake with cool people? Lake Demontreville is the perfect size lake to paddle on a guided tour starting at the boat launch, through a fun channel and into Lake Olson. Take in the sites of a beautiful lake shore and keep your eyes open for wildlife. This adventure is suitable for all levels; guides will provide pointers about how to properly paddle and maneuver your kayaks. SilverFinn Kayaking provides kayaks, paddles and all necessary safety equipment. NOTE: Lake Demontreville does not have an address for the public boat landing. For the trip we will meet at the public water boat address .9 miles from Highlands Trail North on Demontreville Trail North. See Map. https://tinyurl.com/yxebwcmf. This info plus better directions will be shared in an email reminder for the class.

Learn the basics of kayaking on a Lake in your own backyard. You will receive a comprehensive orientation on land of proper paddling techniques, water safety, entering and exiting your kayak, and the chance to practice these new skills on White Bear Lake. This is a great way to build a new skill set or improve upon what you already know about kayaking. SilverFinn Kayaking provides kayaks, paddles, and all necessary safety equipment. Students under 18 must be registered with an adult.

This two-mile guided nature walk will allow you to experience habitats found within the three biomes of our state – the deciduous forest, the coniferous forest and the prairie. A Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructor will guide you through a tamarack bog, oak woodland and restored prairie and describe the plant communities, creatures and ecological processes present in the Linwood School Forest. The history of the Linwood School Forest as well as the current partnerships, collaborations, research and service-learning will be presented. Attendees will learn how to set up a trail camera and how to age trees. There will be multiple opportunities to stop and rest to listen and look for birds as well as other animals living in this forest. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring water, snacks and binoculars, if you have them. Please park at the lot on the north end of the forest. Linwood School Forest & Community Park, 6256 227th Ave NE, Stacy, MN Look for this sign: 6335-SP24 No restrooms on-site. There is a Linwood Country Store Gas Station on Viking Blvd with public restrooms. See Map: https://bit.ly/3wiN55o

Do you already walk for enjoyment or exercise? Nordic Pole Walking will turn a simple walk into a full body workout without feeling like you are working any harder! This style of walking will increase your heart rate and create resistance to build better bone density while working your upper body as well as your legs. It uses specially designed poles-not to be confused with trekking poles - to enhance your natural walking experience. Burn more calories, improve your posture and gait. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Poles provided by the instructor. We will meet at the White Bear Area High School Field House for the walk. If it rains we will walk indoors. Google Map to Field House: https://bit.ly/3UmPhCi

Experience an ancient wellness practice being rediscovered anew in the 21st century. Join us on an immersive, meditative, and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience (Shinrin Yoku). Feel how nature’s fractals, sounds, and sensations reduce your stress and anxiety, and enhance your focus. Give yourself permission to slow down and intentionally connect your senses to the healing beauty of our metro area’s green forested spaces. Benefits include: mood and immune system boost, stress relief, better focus, improved blood pressure, and a rejuvenated spirit. Guests should wear boots/shoes, clothing/gear appropriate for weather. Walk will be held in the rain and snow, but not thunderstorms or negative temperatures. Please wear/bring mosquito/tick repellent and sunscreen if desired. Please bring water if you would like to have some available throughout the walk. NOTES Please arrive at the walk location 15 minutes prior to the walk to allow for check-in and walk overview. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated due to the immersive nature of the program. This is a TECH-FREE experience, so please leave mobile phones in your car for duration of the walk.

The practice of Soma Yoga helps re-educate muscles to release tension and create freer mobility. The class emphasizes moving from within our bodies, or somas, using breath practice and meditation to calm minds and spirits and gain strength, flexibility, balance, and stamina. This class is a multi-age class for all yoga skill levels. Equipment Needs: Yoga mat, Yoga block, Small blanket, Hard back chair.

Tai Chi is a Chinese exercise discipline that utilizes a series of slow, graceful, low impact body movements, and specialized breathing techniques, to improve balance, health, and relaxation. Join us and see for yourself how Tai Chi can enhance your fitness, increase your sense of tranquility, and elevate you to new levels of vitality and well being. The 24 form Yang style of Tai Chi will be the focus of our class. The Yang style is the most widely practiced style in the world, and affords students and practitioners innumerable health, wellness, and vitality benefits. This style can be learned in eight weeks of training and instruction. This accessibility makes the style appealing to a broad range of practitioners, allowing individuals of all skill levels to engage and benefit from its continued practice without the pressure of advancing through multiple levels. This can foster a more inclusive environment, encouraging personal growth and enjoyment of the art form.

Whole Body Vinyasa is designed to increase both your strength and flexibility and is suitable for all ages and body types. The breath is incorporated into each exercise and is designed to relieve stress and anxiety. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Each pose will be described in detail for beginners as well as modifications offered for more advanced students. Improve the health of your body, mind and soul through yoga! $15 drops are welcomed! Remember to bring a water bottle and yoga mat.

Whole Body Vinyasa is designed to increase both your strength and flexibility and is suitable for all ages and body types. The breath is incorporated into each exercise and is designed to relieve stress and anxiety. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Each pose will be described in detail for beginners as well as modifications offered for more advanced students. Improve the health of your body, mind and soul through yoga! $15 drops are welcomed! Class will be held at: Bellaire Beach, 2499 South Shore Boulevard, White Bear Township, MN 55110. If the weather is poor, we will meet at Normandy Park Education Center, 2484 East County Road F. It is up the hill on Bellaire. Enter through the Senior Center Door P in the gym. Remember to bring a water bottle and yoga mat.