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Goodman Rotary 50+ Fitness Programs

50+ Fitness Opportunities

For information call 204-3023 or email nmbailey@madison.k12.wi.us

MSCR Active Aging – October

In celebration of Active Aging, older adults ages 50 & better are invited to try a new activity, meet new people and stay active by participating in free Active Aging activities. From October 1-31, participants are challenged each day to complete activities for a chance to win some great prizes! View a list of free activities starting September 1 at mscr.org. Registration opens on September 21 for MMSD residents and nonresidents.
To register, visit mscr.org or in person at any MSCR facility during operating hours. Contact Mindy Vinje at mjvinje@madison.k12.wi.us or 608-204-3000 with questions.

View the 2026 Active Aging Schedule

MSCR Centennial LogoMSCR  Fitness Challenge Bingo 100 Years Strong!

Complete anytime between June 1 – December 18.

Turn your card into the front desk at MSCR East, West, Central or email/scan a picture to mscr@madison.k12.wi.us
Prizes will be awarded in January 2027.

Seasonal Class Schedules & Events

Goodman Rotary 50+ Fitness Classes

We have classes at MSCR East, MSCR Central, MSCR West, Warner Park Community Recreation Center, Lapham Elementary School Pool and Capitol Lakes Pool.

Here are some of the programs offered for 50+ participants:

        • Aqua Exercise/Warm Water Fitness
        • Cardio Dance
        • Chair Based Exercise
        • Cross Training
        • Nutrition Classes
        • Pilates
        • Snowshoeing
        • Stretch & Strength
        • Stretch, Resistance & Cardio
        • Tai Chi
        • Walks
        • Yoga
        • and many more!

View Fall 2026 Goodman Rotary 50+ Fitness Class List with Instructors

Virtual Program Support

Tools for Accessing Virtual Classes

New to virtual classes? Here are some helpful tips:

View Handout on How to Use Google Meet

Ver Folleto de Cómo Usar Google Meet – Resumen

View Handout on Google Meet FAQ

Ver Folleto de Google Meet Preguntas Frecuentes

View Handout on How to Attend Class in Google Meet

Ver Folleto de Cómo Asistir a Clase en Google Meet

View Video on How to Join a Google Meeting from Start to Finish

View Video on How to Pin and Unpin a Video in Google Meet

View Video on How to Unpin the Music & Spotlight the Instructor

View Video on How to Change the Layout or View of Google Meet 

 

Goodman-Rotary 50+ Fitness Program Vision & History

Goodman-Rotary 50+ Fitness Program Vision & History

To encourage adults 50 and over who live in the Madison Metropolitan School District to live “healthier, happier and more productive lives” by participating in affordable, conveniently located, professionally-taught fitness and nutrition programs, and by encouraging independent exercise and learning through outreach programs (such as videos, volunteers and pedometers).

We celebrated 30 years in 2024!

Thrive at Every Age: Your Journey to a Healthier, Happier You
MSCR, with over 30 years of service, offers comprehensive programs designed to enhance the overall well-being of adults who are 50+ or better. Our programs focus on improving physical health through increased strength, flexibility, and balance, while also fostering social connections and reducing feelings of isolation.
Click to watch the video and discover more about our Goodman-Rotary 50+ Fitness programs designed for older adults.
About Goodman-Rotary 50+ Fitness

The Goodman-Rotary 50+ Fitness program began in 1994 with a generous donation from Irwin and Robert Goodman. The philanthropists formed a partnership with the Downtown Rotary Club of Madison, which manages the endowment fund, and MSCR, which runs the program. Here are some interesting facts about our thriving 50+ Fitness Program:

      • The program now serves more than 1,700 older adults in 100 classes including aqua exercise, strength training, low-impact fitness, yoga, Tai Chi, walking clubs and many more at affordable prices.
      • The program has received awards from the Wisconsin Parks & Recreation Association and the National Park and Recreation Association Regional Award Great Lakes Regional Council.
      • The National Council on Aging (NCOA) awarded the Goodman-Rotary program as one of the Top 10 for Excellence in Physical Activity Programming.
      • The program is featured as an innovator in the International Council on Active Aging - Journal of Active Aging July/August 2014 Issue
Additional Resources

National Institute on Aging Videos you can do at home – click on links.

As always, consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program.

Go4Life 15 min Sample Workouts

Strong Women (60 minutes)

Exercise Manual for Older Adults

 

 

 

 

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