Episode 1 introduces you to many of the participants. It explores their backgrounds in dance, fitness, music, and wellness, as well as their main reasons for coming to the class. Their stories and their motivations are so diverse, showing us that this class really is for everybody! The one thing that they do all have in common is that they recognize the importance of MOVEMENT.
Episode 2 is all about the seven different elements that we cover in class: Cardio, Toning, Flexibility, Coordination, Balance, Agility, and Memory . I asked the participants how they have experienced some of these in class. Watch to see what they have to say!
Episode 3 covers the dimensions of Wellness: Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social, and for some, Spiritual.
Hear how 2MW participants experience these different dimensions of Wellness during class, and how many elements can intertwine.
For our final episode, we'll be looking at everything else! A lot of this episode will be an answer to the question "Is there anything else you want to share about the class?"
I've also included some answers to the following questions:
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What is your favorite part of class, and/or why do you keep coming back?
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Do you take the Standing or Seated class?
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How do you experience different elements of the class and different dimensions of wellness within this class?
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What They're Saying
In the Spring of 2024, I was given the opportunity to interview those who know the class best—the participants! From 2 different CCRCs in Durham, NC, these residents range in age from 72-95 and participate in the Standing and/or Seated classes. Some have taken the classes for years, others shared their thoughts after only a few classes.
The interviews will be shared across 4 episodes.