DOWAGIAC — The Cass County COA has planned a number of activities for next week at its Dowagiac location, Front Street Crossing, at 227 S. Front St.

Monday, Jan. 22

Cardio challenge

8 to 8:45 a.m.

This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Vim and vigor transitions

9 to 9:45 a.m.

This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

S.E.A.T. (sit, exercise, and tone)

10 to 10:45 a.m.

This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Tai chi

11 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m.

Guests can improve their posture, strength of hips, thighs and core with this gentle mind body exercise. Cost is $20 per month. Doors are locked right at 6 p.m. so attendees should arrive early for the evening class.

Bingo

12:45 p.m.

Follow the lunch hour by playing for fun and prizes. Cost is $2.25.

Fundamentals of boxing

1 to 2 p.m.

People may boost their cardio and strength through learning the fundamentals of boxing.

Tuesday, Jan. 23

Let the Games Begin

1 to 3 p.m.

People may come to the COA for board games and good company. Some games will be provided, but guests are welcome to bring their own to share.

Wednesday, Jan. 24

Cardio challenge

8 to 8:45 a.m.

This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Vim and vigor transitions

9 to 9:45 a.m.

This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

S.E.A.T. (sit, exercise, and tone)

10 to 10:45 a.m.

This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Captive in The Alps — An Internee in Switzerland

10 a.m.

During World War II, hundreds of Allied airmen found themselves unwilling guests of Switzerland when they landed their crippled planes inside the Swiss border instead of Germany. There, they lived as internees in the hands of the ostensibly neutral government. Follow their ordeal through the experiences of Clare Hubbard from Berrien Center, whose B-24 bomber crashed in the Alps.

Tai chi

11 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m.

Guests can improve their posture, strength of hips, thighs and core with this gentle mind body exercise. Cost is $20 per month. Doors are locked right at 6 p.m. so attendees should arrive early for the evening class.

Birthday bingo

12:45 p.m.

Follow the lunch hour by playing for fun and prizes. Cost is $2.25.

Fundamentals of boxing

1 to 2 p.m.

People may boost their cardio and strength through learning the fundamentals of boxing.

Champagne Flutes

1:30 p.m.

This group of flute players meets to practice for performances at nursing homes and other venues. For more information, call Connie at the COA.

Thursday, Jan. 25

Euchre club

1 p.m.

Euchre is one of the most popular card clubs.

Friday, Jan. 26

Cardio challenge

8 to 8:45 a.m.

This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

Vim and vigor transitions

9 to 9:45 a.m.

This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

S.E.A.T. (sit, exercise, and tone)

10 to 10:45 a.m.

This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.

FSC Musicians

11 a.m.

People who enjoy playing musical instruments are encouraged to join other music enthusiasts and jam with the FSC Musicians.

The Nuts & Bolts of Balance

11 to 11:30 a.m.

This weekly balance training class focuses on strengthening all of the muscles in the body as well as timing, body placement and coordination. Safety will also be addressed. Cost: $3 per week.

Fundamentals of boxing

1 to 2 p.m.

People may boost their cardio and strength through learning the fundamentals of boxing.