Health and Fitness

Healthy Habits - One Step at a Time

This inspiring support group is for anyone who is working toward achieving and/or maintaining a healthier lifestyle. Come to discuss challenges and strategies related to healthy eating, weight management, wellness and handling stress, while getting your steps in for the day! This group is led by a registered dietician. Registration required; register at any time throughout the year. No session on November 21.

Wednesdays, Weekly 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

Fee: Free

Cheers to Your Health

Do you want to learn about eating healthy, while eating healthy? We are excited to partner with local restaurants in the Zeeland and Hudsonville area to offer nutritional education sessions at their locations. During this series, we will discuss a variety of nutrition topics while dining on healthy and delicious foods, in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. One meal per person, per week, is included in fee. Several preselected meal options will be available to choose from each week. Beverages may be purchased separately. Location of each class will be provided after registration has been completed.

Thu, Oct 4 - Oct 25 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Fee: $60 per person

Joint Replacement Pre-Op Class

Individuals scheduled for total knee or hip joint replacement surgery learn about the procedure and rehabilitation process. The class is taught by a nurse, physical therapist and occupational therapist. A support person is encouraged to attend.

Click the date/time you prefer to register.
Mon, Jun 18 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon, Jul 16 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon, Aug 20 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon, Sept 17 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon, Oct 15 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon, Nov 19 12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Fee: Free

Tai Chi Beginner Level 1

The first 12 forms of the Tai Chi for Arthritis program, including warm-up and cool-down exercises and qigong breathing.

Wed, Sep 12 - Nov 14 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: SHZCH DeWitt Building
Fee: $55

Tue, Sep 11 - Nov 13 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Gary Byker Hudsonville Public Library
Fee: $55

Relaxing with Tai Chi

This class utilizes various forms of qi gong breathing exercises and the first six forms of the Tai Chi for Arthritis program in the seated and standing positions. Focus is placed on slowing down and using these practices to attain physical, mental, and emotional relaxation.

Wed, Sep 12 - Oct 31 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: SHZCH DeWitt Building
Fee: $45

Tai Chi Punch Card

A 10-class punch card is available for those who have completed both the beginner and intermediate levels to attend any class. Card expires December 31, 2018.