LEWISTON — Central Maine Medical Center’s Wellness Solutions will offer the following programs beginning Monday, Feb. 22:

Ballroom Dancing: ­ The five-week series, led by Diane Williams, is an advanced beginner class that will add more steps to participants’ dance repertoire in the foxtrot, waltz and swing. The class is intended for those who are comfortable with the basic steps of these three dances. A dance partner is required. The series will meet from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Fridays.

Bellydancing:­ Imari, aka Lisa Cummings, will lead the six-week series presenting bellydancing as a therapeutic and energetic cardiovascular exercise suitable for all ages and body types. The class will meet from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.Wednesdays.

Cardio Funk: ­ The ongoing class will feature a combination of cardiovascular exercise mixed with some of today’s latest dance moves. Instructor is Glenn Atkins. The class will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturdays.

Cardio Sculpt and Sweat: ­ The ongoing series combines low-impact moves with weight training, targeting major muscle groups while addressing hard to reach spots. The routine includes extensive floor work. The class will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, with Ian Barclay and from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursdays, with Tina Sirois.

Core and More: ­ Heather Small will lead the class which focuses on abdominal work and body bar exercises that work the hips, thighs, chest and triceps. The class will meet from 5:15 to 5:45 a.m. Mondays.

Core and Sweat: ­ The ongoing series, lead by Ian Barclay, features weight training that targets major muscle groups while addressing hard to reach spots. The routine includes extensive floor work. The class will meet from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays.

Fit-n-Fun: ­ The exercise class is designed for the over-55 crowd and focuses on helping participants improve aerobic capacity, strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. The instructor for this series is Marcy Covey. The class will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Flexible Body, Flexible Life: ­ Bette Swett-Thibeault will lead the six-week series designed as a moderate, safe approach to improve fitness using varying exercise modes. The class will incorporate stretching, moderate aerobics, weights, circuit training and relaxation exercises. The class will meet from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

Functional Fitness: ­ Participants will learn to increase both core and upper body strength and improve the stability of abdominal and low back muscles. Participants will discover how to prevent injury due to improper body mechanics and repetitive motion. The class will meet from noon to 12:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Happy Hearts: ­ The class is designed for people with a cardiac event history ­ including angioplasty, stents, heart attack, cardiac arrest, valve surgery, coronary artery bypass, stable angina and transplants ­ who have completed a cardiac rehabilitation program and are looking for a maintenance program. The class will include general supervision and individual, independent cardiovascular and strength training, group weight training and self-safety skills. The instructor is Sue Driscoll. The class will meet at 8, 9, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Hi-Lo Step Aerobics: ­ Tina Sirois will lead the cardiovascular conditioning class, which includes both on- and off-the-step work, followed by abdominal work and stretching. The class will be held from 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. Tuesdays.

Personal Fitness: The class will begin with a one-on-one evaluation and program development session with a personal health counselor, then progress to a structured group exercise plan. Class will meet at 8, 9:30
and 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Pilates Plus: ­ The ongoing class will challenge the trouble areas: hips, thighs and triceps, as well as the abdominal and back core areas. The class will meet from 4 to 5 p.m.
Mondays and Wednesdays.

Power Plus: ­ The class will include weight training and simple cardio moves that incorporate every muscle group to elevate metabolism and burn fat. The ongoing class is led by Rick Jalbert. Class will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. Thursdays.

Step Aerobics: ­ The workout will alternate step with muscle work. Led by Sue Driscoll, the cardio workout is a head-to-toe body strengthener. Class will meet from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Yoga: ­ Certified yoga instructor Marcy Covey will lead the series of yoga classes. Participants will learn to center and balance themselves through poses, breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation. Classes will be held from 4:45 to 6 p.m. and from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. Participants may elect to take either one or two classes each week.

YouthFit “Move And Learn:” ­ The eight-week series is designed for those between 7 and 17 years of age who are overweight or at risk for obesity. Each class will focus on an educational module regarding nutrition, physical activity and/or self-esteem, followed by an exercise game where the child can use what they learn in a physical exercise. The class will meet from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Zumba:­ The Latin-inspired dance exercise program uses a variety of basic dance styles set to international music such as merengue, salsa and reggaetone. The six-week program is led by Cynthia Nicholas. Class will meet from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays.

All programs are offered in the CMMC Health and Wellness Center, 12 High Street Medical Office Building. Fees are assessed for participation in these programs and must be paid prior to beginning the program. Class registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Membership in the CMMC Wellness Center is open to the public.

Call 795-2473 to register or to obtain more information. Information is also available through the events calendar at www.cmmc.org