Richard A. Henson Wellness Center
New gym hours will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please click here for UPDATED Class Schedule.
Please click here to check out the Wellness Center's Video Library.
The Richard A. Henson Wellness Center offers a wide variety of programs and services targeted toward addressing the health concerns and needs of older persons. The center’s goal is to enable and to empower members to be physically active and to maintain and enhance their level of independence. See our activities calendar for current offerings.
Those interested in attending our facility to exercise individually or in one of our group exercise classes must fill out membership forms and bring a release signed by your physician (this form is included in the membership packet) to register. Membership forms are available in the wellness center or for download as a PDF.
Hours of Operation
| Mon - Fri Weekends |
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CLOSED |
New MAC and Wellness Center Procedures
Richard A. Henson Wellness Center
Member Guidelines*
Update:
Visitors who are not fully vaccinated are asked to wear a mask while in the building.
No proof of vaccination will be required; MAC will rely on the honor system.
Entering the Wellness Center
At the gym front desk
On the first day you return to the gym, you will give your name and pay your membership fee at the gym front desk; staff will then generate, activate and issue you your membership card. This card will be needed to check in every time you visit the Wellness Center
Check-In & Check-Out
Once your membership card is activated, you will simply scan it each time you visit, for a quick, touchless check-in. Before exiting the Wellness Center, scan your card to check out.
Equipment Usage
Please wipe down equipment, and use hand sanitizer before and after equipment use.
Ask a gym staff member for help if needed!
Wellness Center Group Classes
Please check in at the gym when you first arrive
MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE: 36
ALL classes held indoors will be offered in the Bradford Room
Please wipe down your chair at the end of each class
Personal Training
Personal training sessions can be held outside (weather permitting) or inside. Trainers will wipe down equipment after each use and will take any additional precautions you wish.
Additional Safety Measures
Additional precautions your Wellness Center Staff is taking to keep you safe include:
Sanitizing equipment daily
Sanitizing the Bradford Room floor after every class
Providing hand sanitizer
Limiting one person in restrooms/locker rooms at a time
Increased facility air circulation
Updated Core Class Schedule
Monday
Stretch Flexibility
& Balance
8:00am - 8:30am
Enhanced Fitness
8:45am - 9:45am
Enhanced Fitness
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday
Pump & Tone
9:00am - 9:30am
Yoga
with Elizabeth Dawson
9:40am - 10:40am
Parkinson's Wellness Recovery (PWR)
11:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday
Stretch Flexibility
& Balance
8:00am - 8:30am
Enhanced Fitness
8:45am - 9:45am
Enhanced Fitness
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday
Pump & Tone
9:00am - 9:30am
Yoga
with Elizabeth Dawson
9:40am - 10:40am
Parkinson's Wellness Recovery (PWR)
11:00am - 12:00pm
Friday
Stretch Flexibility
& Balance
8:00am - 8:30am
Enhanced Fitness
8:45am - 9:45am
Enhanced Fitness
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Membership
Membership fees are paid monthly – there are no contracts to sign.
Full Access (Gym + Group Classes)
Individual: $45/month
Couples rate: $60/month
Personal Training
Individual: $20/month
*Includes full access to gym, equipment, and classes
Limited Access
Gym only: $35/month
Group Classes only: $35/month
Walk-in class fee: $10 per class
Personal Training Sessions
$15 for 30 minute 1 on 1 training
Annual
Annual membership fee: $468
Benefits of membership in the Henson Wellness Center:
- Professional fitness instructors
- Wellness assessments upon your request
- Individualized orientation for all new members
- Free health information packets
- Evidence-based classes
- Use of the state-of-the-art Alter G anti-gravity treadmill*
The Alter-G allows for reduced impact and pain during rehabilitation, and reduces stress on joints during exercise. It also provides exercise in a fall-proof setting for older patients.
*Note: Use of the Alter-G is included in the Wellness Center membership fee. For more information on the Alter-G see the video below, or visit www.alter-g.com
Eligibility
The center is open to those age 50 and older, and anyone with a disability.
Health Education & Screening
The Senior Health Program offers health promotion and disease prevention activities designed to promote and maintain the older person’s levels of physical and mental well-being.
Various activities include health fairs, nutrition screening & counseling, blood pressure screening, dance & movement classes.
For more information about MAC's health promotion programs, call 410-742-0505 ext. 130, or e-mail wellness@macinc.org.
Evidence-Based Classes
A variety of evidence-based classes also are offered. More information
For more information:
Call 410-742-0505, ext. 130
Email rchin@macinc.org
Wellness Center Video Library:
Instructor Robby Chin will be hosting a live Stretch & Balance class at 9am on Mondays and Wednesdays. Past classes will be archived below, but catch the classes live on his Facebook page by clicking this link.
Check out instructor Robby Chin walking through the state of the art Alter G machine below