The Bartlesville Public Library is offering a series of free classes geared toward improved health and wellness beginning this fall through mid-2017, according to Literacy Coordinator Karen Kerr-McGraw of BPL Literacy Services.
“Through a special grant, we have been able to offer vital health classes for a second year for free to the public,” Kerr-McGraw said. “We have a great lineup of free classes scheduled through June 2017.”
During October and November, Ashley Burson, Wellness and Aquatic specialist and coordinator at Phillips 66, is teaching a series of REFIT Exercise classes, to be held on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Remaining REFIT classes are scheduled for Oct. 26, Nov. 2 and Nov. 9.
According to Burson, REFIT combines several elements of fitness “into one power- packed hour.” While the focus is structured around cardio dance movements, toning and flexibility, strength training and stretching are also incorporated into the REFIT workout. The workout formula is easy to follow and will challenge both fitness enthusiasts and welcome beginners.
On Nov. 1, Renetta Harrison from the Washington County Health Department will present a class on stress management. The class will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Also, representatives from Jane Phillips Medical Center will offer a class on blood pressure from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7.
All classes will be held in the library’s upstairs meeting room, 600 S. Johnstone Ave. For more information, contact Kerr-McGraw at literacy@bartlesville.lib.ok.us or 918-338- 4179.