Pain Free Through Movement

04/25/2026

Monday, April 27th will be the last Pain Free class of the season 😢. The schedule shows the last class to be on Tuesday, but I have an unexpected dental procedure that I want to get taken care of before leaving and the only time they could squeeze me in is Tuesday at 11:30.
Remember - our first 15 minutes of class will be devoted to balance exercises.
Monday 12 noon

04/19/2026

PAIN FREE THROUGH MOVEMENT classes look a little different this month! The first 15 minutes of each class are devoted to Balance exercises throughout April. And I'm bringing over some extra equipment!
How does standing on a slant board help your balance?
* It realigns your body by stacking your ankles, knees, hips and shoulders, promoting a return to natural posture.
* It stretches your calves which can aid in improving ankle mobility.
* It helps correct lateral rotation in the pelvis, reducing stress on the hips.
Mondays: 12noon
Tuesdays: 11am
Fridays: 11am

03/13/2026

March schedule of classes. Note the 2 dates where there are no classes (around Spring Festival)

03/02/2026

Posture Alignment class today at 12 noon in Main Hall. Improve your posture.....lose the pain!

02/14/2026

We all want to live long lives....but let's face it, we want to be able to function well in our senior years! The goal of Pain Free Through Movement classes is to improve the range of motion in all of your joints and to keep your body pain free, energetic and healthy throughout its lifespan!

Mondays 12noon
Tuesdays and Fridays 11am
Main Hall

02/06/2026

February's calendar of classes.
I emailed this out today to everyone who is on my email list. If you would like to be added to my email list (or if you did not receive today's email), shoot me an email at [email protected] and I will add you to the list.

02/05/2026

No class tomorrow (Friday) as the staff will need the time to set up the room for the Board meeting. Next class will be Monday at noon.

01/19/2026

Reminder - Classes are at 12 noon on Mondays.
Main Hall

01/08/2026

This is not technically a "Pain Free Through Movement" activity, but it is something that I think would be great for all of us.

As we all know, walking is good for us, but I confess, just walking around Nettles Island bores me. I much prefer walking somewhere scenic. Barry Kantz is organizing a gentle hike this Saturday morning (about a 40 minute drive from here). The length of the hike can be either 1 or 2 miles (depending on how far you want to go). The pace will be gentle. I'm definitely going! Here are the details from Barry:

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There is a side of "Natural Florida" that you just can’t see from the beach, and it’s waiting for us only 40 minutes away.
I’ve had some interest in our first group outing, so I wanted to share the official details! This Saturday, January 10th, we are heading to Halpatiokee Park to explore the stunning trails and local scenery. This isn't a race or a strenuous trek; we’ll be moving at a leisurely pace to really soak in the environment.
If you’ve been looking for a reason to get off the island and move a bit, this is it. All you need is a bottle of water, a camera (or your phone) to capture the views, and a sense of adventure.

The Plan:
When: Saturday, January 10th.
Meet Up: 9:00 a.m. sharp at the Nettles Island fish cleaning station.
Travel: We will travel together/carpool from there (it’s about a 40-minute drive).

Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just want a nice walk in the woods with neighbors, you are welcome! If you have any questions at all, feel free to shoot me a DM here or text me at (616) 724-0019.

Halpatiokee Regional Park, at 8303 SW Lost River Rd, Stuart, FL, is Martin County's largest park with 65 acres of active land and 500 acres of wetlands

01/08/2026

PAIN FREE THROUGH MOVEMENT regular classes resume tomorrow (Friday) at 11am in the Main Hall. No floor work.
Who are these classes designed for?
* People who are experiencing joint or muscular or arthritic pain
* People who want to increase their range of movement
* People who want to improve their posture
* People who want to balance their muscles in order to stay out of pain!