Northern Wake Senior Center to host Senior Health & Fitness Day May 29

In celebration of May’s Older Americans Month, the Northern Wake Senior Center (NWSC), 235 E. Holding Ave., will host Senior Health & Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 29, from 9-11 a.m.  and 1-4 p.m. Free and open to residents of all ages, the occasion will focus on the health and well-being of adults 55 and over.

Themed, “Recess Reimagined,” the event will feature the 40+ Double Dutch Club and several NWSC members leading various games and activities, such as jump rope, volleyball, “Simon Says,” “Hot Potato,” “4 Corners,” hula hoop, cornhole, “Red Light, Green Light,” dodgeball, and indoor golf.

The event will also include demonstrations of current programs, including aerobics, sock hop music rock & roll, gentle yoga, self-defense, Zumba, drumming, and balance.

Anyone planning to attend is encouraged to RSVP by calling the Northern Wake Senior Center at 919-554-4111.

Established in 1963, Older Americans Month is celebrated throughout May. The annual event acknowledges the contributions and achievements of older Americans, highlights important trends, and works to strengthen the national commitment to honoring older citizens.

For more information, email NWSC Director Jennie Griggs at [email protected].