Eastern Oklahoma Development District (EODD) Area Agency on Aging

Contact:  Alysa Kinnell, Social Services Specialist

1012 North 38^th St.
Muskogee, OK 74401
Phone (918) 682-7891
Fax (918) 682-5444

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

PRESS RELEASE

Free Tai Chi Classes Aim to Improve Balance and Well-Being for Older Adults

MUSKOGEE, OK — In an effort to promote health and wellness among older adults, the Eastern Oklahoma Development District’s (EODD) Area Agency on Aging, in collaboration with the Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative, is offering a free six-week Tai Chi for Better Balance program.

The classes, which begin August 13 and run through September 25, will be held every Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Muskogee, located at 2000 Haskell Blvd.

Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese martial art known for its slow, flowing movements, has been shown to help reduce the risk of falls, improve balance, and enhance flexibility—benefits especially valuable for older adults. Organizers emphasize that the program is accessible to individuals of all fitness levels, regardless of strength, flexibility, or prior experience.

“This class is about more than just physical activity,” said program coordinators. “It’s an opportunity to support the mind, body, and spirit through gentle, continuous movement in a welcoming environment.”

For more information or to register, individuals can contact Maggie at (918) 660-3171 or email ma*****************@***sc.edu. Additional inquiries can be directed to Alysa Kinnell or Tashanda Myers, Social Services Specialists with the EODD Area Agency on Aging, at (918) 682-7891, or by calling the Caring Assistance Line at 1-800-211-2116.