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SUMMARY:Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to stay strong and independent as you age? Engaging in regular strength training and improving balance can help you maintain the freedom and active lifestyle you enjoy. This class includes exercises to strengthen your muscles\, enhance balance and improve joint mobility. Senior Strength and Balance includes both seated and standing exercises that use your own body weight to improve your muscular strength\, bone density\, flexibility and help prevent falls. No special equipment needed. All fitness levels are welcome.  \nRuth’s Bio:\nA lifelong love of dance and movement therapy led Ruth Barnes to become a fitness instructor in 1999. Ruth is certified by the American Council on Exercise as a Group Fitness Instructor and is also a certified Zumba and Zumba Gold Instructor. Her philosophy is that exercise should be fun\, safe\, and accessible to everyone. Her goal is to welcome participants to an enjoyable experience of movement. \nTo participate in this class\, no prior registration is required.Simply create an account on the website first. Once your account is set up\, you can attend the class by showing up and printing your first and last name on the sign-in sheet. \n 
URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:West End Neighborhood Library\, 2301 L St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20037
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:West End Neighborhood Library\, 2301 L St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20037
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-12-10/
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-12-03/
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-12-03/
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:West End Neighborhood Library\, 2301 L St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20037
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-11-26/
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:West End Neighborhood Library\, 2301 L St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20037
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-10-29/
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SUMMARY:Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-10-22/
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-10-22/
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SUMMARY:[TEMPORARILY VIRTUAL] Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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SUMMARY:[TEMPORARILY VIRTUAL] Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
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SUMMARY:[TEMPORARILY VIRTUAL] Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
DESCRIPTION:TEMPORARILY VIRTUAL\nAll library classes will be held on Zoom from Sept 29 – Oct 10.\nPlease find the link to join on our Virtual Program Links page\, which will appear in the menu bar after signing in. \nAre you a senior looking for a fun and effective fitness class? Look no further than Zumba Gold! This dance fitness program is specifically designed for active older adults\, providing a workout that promotes cardiovascular health\, flexibility\, and overall well-being. It is beginner friendly\, easy to follow and a great option for many fitness levels. \nZumba Gold incorporates low-impact dance moves that are gentle on the joints while still offering a fantastic workout. The choreography is modified to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for seniors. You can groove to the rhythm\, burn calories\, and improve cardiovascular fitness without putting excessive stress on your body. The combination of dance movements and energetic music creates a lively and heart-pumping workout\, helping to strengthen the heart\, improve balance and coordination and lift the spirit. So put on your dancing shoes (sneakers) and come join us for a workout that feels like a dance party.  \nRuth’s Bio:\nA lifelong love of dance and movement therapy led Ruth Barnes to become a fitness instructor in 1999. Ruth is certified by the American Council on Exercise as a Group Fitness Instructor and is also a certified Zumba and Zumba Gold Instructor. Her philosophy is that exercise should be fun\, safe\, and accessible to everyone. Her goal is to welcome participants to an enjoyable experience of movement.  \nTo participate in this class\, no prior registration is required.Simply create an account on the website first. Once your account is set up\, you can attend the class by showing up and printing your first and last name on the sign-in sheet.
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DESCRIPTION:TEMPORARILY VIRTUAL\nAll library classes will be held on Zoom from Sept 29 – Oct 10.\nPlease find the link to join on our Virtual Program Links page\, which will appear in the menu bar after signing in. \nDo you want to stay strong and independent as you age? Engaging in regular strength training and improving balance can help you maintain the freedom and active lifestyle you enjoy. This class includes exercises to strengthen your muscles\, enhance balance and improve joint mobility. Senior Strength and Balance includes both seated and standing exercises that use your own body weight to improve your muscular strength\, bone density\, flexibility and help prevent falls. No special equipment needed. All fitness levels are welcome.  \nRuth’s Bio:\nA lifelong love of dance and movement therapy led Ruth Barnes to become a fitness instructor in 1999. Ruth is certified by the American Council on Exercise as a Group Fitness Instructor and is also a certified Zumba and Zumba Gold Instructor. Her philosophy is that exercise should be fun\, safe\, and accessible to everyone. Her goal is to welcome participants to an enjoyable experience of movement. \nTo participate in this class\, no prior registration is required.Simply create an account on the website first. Once your account is set up\, you can attend the class by showing up and printing your first and last name on the sign-in sheet. \n 
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SUMMARY:[TEMPORARILY VIRTUAL] Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
DESCRIPTION:Are you a senior looking for a fun and effective fitness class? Look no further than Zumba Gold! This dance fitness program is specifically designed for active older adults\, providing a workout that promotes cardiovascular health\, flexibility\, and overall well-being. It is beginner friendly\, easy to follow and a great option for many fitness levels. \nZumba Gold incorporates low-impact dance moves that are gentle on the joints while still offering a fantastic workout. The choreography is modified to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for seniors. You can groove to the rhythm\, burn calories\, and improve cardiovascular fitness without putting excessive stress on your body. The combination of dance movements and energetic music creates a lively and heart-pumping workout\, helping to strengthen the heart\, improve balance and coordination and lift the spirit. So put on your dancing shoes (sneakers) and come join us for a workout that feels like a dance party.  \nRuth’s Bio:\nA lifelong love of dance and movement therapy led Ruth Barnes to become a fitness instructor in 1999. Ruth is certified by the American Council on Exercise as a Group Fitness Instructor and is also a certified Zumba and Zumba Gold Instructor. Her philosophy is that exercise should be fun\, safe\, and accessible to everyone. Her goal is to welcome participants to an enjoyable experience of movement.  \nTo participate in this class\, no prior registration is required.Simply create an account on the website first. Once your account is set up\, you can attend the class by showing up and printing your first and last name on the sign-in sheet.
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SUMMARY:Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-09-24/
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/zumba-gold-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-09-17/
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SUMMARY:Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
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URL:https://www.aroundtowndc.org/event/senior-strength-and-balance-at-west-end-library-with-ruth/2025-09-17/
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold at West End Library with Ruth
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SUMMARY:Senior Strength and Balance at West End Library with Ruth
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