Fitness and Sports

Men's Softball - Two teams to choose from!

May 1-15, 2020

Two men’s softball teams are being formed for the season from May through early August. One team is in a 55+ league that plays Monday and Wednesday mornings with the home field at Poppleton Park. This league consists of teams from Oxford, Clarkston, and Rochester in addition to the Birmingham Next team.  If you are interested, please email Joe Cunnings at jcunnings@comcast.net.

The second team plays in the 50+ Recreation softball league that plays on Thursday evenings. If you are interested in this option, please email Stuart Jeffares at stuartjeffares@gmail.com.

Agebusters Workout

Thursday, July 2, 2020 | 9:00-10:00am

Fee: 10 Classes $60 members / $70 non-members Participants enjoy a high energy class that incorporates cardio, muscle strengthening, balance and stretching.

Slow Flow Yoga - New!

Thursday, July 2, 2020 | 1:00-2:05pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00- 1:50 pm Yoga Instructor, Jan Chaney will bring strength and balance into your life. Let your breath guide you through a series of postures. All levels welcome. Bring a mat, towel and water to class. This class is geared toward the physically active senior; new (or experienced) to yoga. Let your breath guide you safely through a series of traditional grounded and flowing postures. These are drop in classes- runs weekly

Pickleball

Thursday, July 2, 2020 | 4:30-8:00pm

Membership required
Mondays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:15 pm
Mondays through Thursdays from 4:30 to 8:00 pm
Saturdays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Please Note Schedule Change: The first Saturday of the month from 9:00-10:30 is reserved for beginners with skills & drills mini-clinics.

Pickleball is an exciting sport, described as a combination of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton. This game is played on a badminton-sized court and is easy enough for a beginner, yet challenging enough for the advanced.

Mat Yoga

Thursday, July 2, 2020 | 4:30-5:30pm

A gentle and adaptable yoga session on the mat for beginners or those who have been practicing. Instructor Karen Lutz, E-YRT, will focus on breathing, gentle yoga moves and postures that will help improve core strength, balance and flexibility. Each session will begin and end with a few minutes of meditation. Please bring a yoga mat and water.

Limber Up

Friday, July 3, 2020 | 9:00-10:00am

Drop-in and take part in low-impact, modified movements, from an instructional DVD that meets individual needs for toning, strengthening and improved physical, mental, emotional and cardiovascular health. Chair and standing exercises using aerobic steps, weights, stretch bands and foam balls offering a variety of fitness options.

Next Bowling League

Friday, July 3, 2020 | 10:00-1:00pm

Fridays, 10 am – September – May

Cost: $7 includes three games, shoes, and coffee. Bowlers meet weekly each Friday morning. New bowlers welcome!

Contact Jeff Getchell for details at Jeffrey.Getchell.NEXT.Bowling@gmail.com.

Location: Hartfield Lanes, 3490 W. 12 Mile Road, Berkley. Drop - in any Friday.

Friday Tai Chi

Friday, July 3, 2020 | 10:00-11:30am

This class is open to members only, 10 classes for $60. This ancient form of low-impact exercise, taught by accredited instructors, improves circulation, strength, flexibility, and posture, all while reducing stress. Call Next or stop by the office for more information or to register.

Tennis League – Mixed Doubles

Friday, July 3, 2020 | 2:00-4:00pm

Meets September – May Wednesdays 2:30- 4:00 pm and now Fridays 2:00-4:00 pm

This league is looking for both men and women to join. All ability levels are welcome. Enjoy indoor play at the Birmingham Racquet Club.

All are welcome to join as regular league players or subs. Contact David Young at davidmpyoung@gmail.com for information.

Location: Birmingham Racquet Club, 2100 E. Lincoln Rd. Birmingham 48009

Contact: David Young davidmpyoung@gmail.com

New! Yoga for Well-Being

Saturday, July 4, 2020 | 10:10-11:00am

Yoga Instructor, Karen Lutz, E-RYT, will teach you how to link your breathing to your movements as you fl ow through the postures. Feel your body expand and become stronger. You must be able to transition up and down on a yoga mat. All levels are welcome.

Saturday at the Barre

Saturday, July 4, 2020 | 11:10-12:00pm

Barre Class - In this we will use the barre, and move into gentle stretches, gain flexibility and strengthen in balance positions.Move with your own range of motion, and at your own pace. Instructor: Karen Lutz, E-RYT. First try complimentary. Classes sold in packs of ten..do not need to be used consecutively.

Next Golf League- Springdale Course

Monday, July 6, 2020 | 10:20-11:20am

Join Next members for commeraderie, fresh air and lots of fun with the Next Golf Leagues. Register for one or both leagues below to participate. 

Springdale Golf League:

June 1 – August 31

14 sessions

Carts allowed for single riders, if a cart is unavailable, a rain check will be issued.

Registration deadline May 22^nd- payable by check mailed to Next or register below on-line.

Start time: 10:20 am with groups going out in ten minute intervals.

Cost for the 14 weeks - $ 153.00 per person

Further information can be obtained through the league manager: 

Jerry Mercier 248-514-2853

Location: Springdale: 316 Strathmore Rd. Bloomfield Hills

New! Ageless Yoga: Advance Chair

Monday, July 6, 2020 | 12:30-1:30pm

Move into the day with yoga postures and fl ows while working with a chair with Karen Lutz, E-RYT. Find balance, strength, fl exibility and begin to feel better in body and mind. We will not
get onto the fl oor during this class. Each session will begin and end seated with a brief meditation. Join this class if you are new to yoga or if you want more challenge than our regular
chair sessions.

Cost 10 drop-in classes: $70 members / $80 guests

Chair Yoga

Monday, July 6, 2020 | 1:30-2:30pm

Instructor: Karen Lutz E-YRT Chair yoga offers improved flexibility, strength and balance, regardless of physical limitations or age. Incorporate breathing with gentle stretching and adaptive yoga movements while seated. Relax and ease tension through this gentle yoga practice.

TAI CHI

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 | 9:30-11:15am

This class is open to members only, 10 classes for $60. This ancient form of low-impact exercise, taught by accredited instructors, improves circulation, strength, flexibility, and posture, all while reducing stress. Call Next or stop by the office for more information or to register.

Mindfulness & Meditation

Wednesday, July 8, 2020 | 3:00-4:30pm

Wednesdays 3:00 -4:00 pm. Begin or deepen your meditation practice in a safe, welcoming environment with Karen Lutz, E-RYT. All Next members are welcome and registration is required. Attend once or as often as you like.