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Founders Hall Tai Chi classes teach the long form of the Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan.  This 'soft' form of martial arts is considered a safe and effective isometric exercise.  Tai Chi is known to help improve balance, flexibility, strength and coordination as well as aid in the ability to manage stress.

The Tai Chi Beginner classes start in January with the study of the first of the three sections of the form and, over the full year, progress through the study of the second and third sections of the traditional Tai Chi long form.

A low–impact exercise program offered throughout the year for muscle conditioning and increased body strength.

Founders Hall Tai Chi classes teach the long form of the Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan.  This 'soft' form of martial arts is considered a safe and effective isometric exercise.  Tai Chi is known to help improve balance, flexibility, strength and coordination as well as aid in the ability to manage stress.  The Tai Chi Beginner classes start in January with the study of the first of the three sections of the form and, over the full year, progress through the study of the second and third sections of the traditional Tai Chi long form.

A low–impact exercise program offered throughout the year for muscle conditioning and increased body strength.

This program encourages and develops group discussion on critical worldwide issues, be they social, economic or political, in a complex and changing world.  The topics to be discussed will be selected by course members from a list of important issues presented at the first meeting.  Most weeks, a volunteer member of the group will provide subject background and questions to help initiate discussion.  A guest speaker may be invited on occasion.  The program strives to ensure that everyone gets an opportunity to participate and that the tradition of civil discourse will be maintained in a stimulating setting.  Time will also be set aside at each meeting for discussion of topical international events.  Enrollment will be limited to 50.

A challenging exercise program that uses free weights and other tools in standing, sitting and floor workout routines to strengthen abdominal and lower back muscles, increase flexibility and improve body alignment. Participants must be able to use floor mats.

A challenging exercise program that uses free weights and other tools in standing, sitting and floor workout routines to strengthen abdominal and lower back muscles, increase flexibility and improve body alignment. Participants must be able to use floor mats.

A challenging exercise program that uses free weights and other tools in standing, sitting and floor workout routines to strengthen abdominal and lower back muscles, increase flexibility and improve body alignment. Participants must be able to use floor mats.

A challenging exercise program that uses free weights and other tools in standing, sitting and floor workout routines to strengthen abdominal and lower back muscles, increase flexibility and improve body alignment. Participants must be able to use floor mats.

Chess players join the game on Mondays from 1:30-4:30pm.

Movies are sponsored by M&T Bank.

Open to beginners and advanced artists alike.

The small group size will allow each student to be given individualized instruction in the areas they want to develop or improve.  Depending on your level of expertise, we will cover fundamental techniques, color basics, layering, blending, surface textures, shading, as well as composition, background and creating atmosphere.  Advanced students who have them should bring their own colored pencil sets.

This mostly-seated workout addresses the full body, focusing on flexibility and range of motion. This positive-attitude exercise approach incorporates lifting, reaching, stretching and breathing exercises, which can make even everyday activities easier.

Pilates approach will be used in this core strengthening program. Stretching and use of free weights will strengthen the overall body as well as improve flexibility and balance. The class will use both mats and chairs.