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The Institute for Learning In Retirement (ILR) And Exercise

The ILR is an organization which offers retired individuals an opportunity to share their knowledge, experiences and interests with other retired citizens within the Washington, DC area. The ILR's structure models a university setting in that members are invited to participate in the classes offered throughout both the Spring and Fall semesters. The classes offered are taught by guest instructors or members of the ILR community with expertise in the particular area of interest. Members of ILR pay a minimal amount per year to take advantage of the various acitivities available.

Exercise and the ILR

One of the activities offered by the ILR is an aerobic exercise class. This class has been taught for the past 8 years by a graduate student of American University's Health Fitness Management Masters Program. The class meets three times a week from September through June. The class currently has twenty enrollees whose interests are losing some extra pounds, staying active, and looking great! With these goals, the class involves 30 minutes of aerobic activity, strength training and resistance exercises.

1995-1996 ILR Exercise Class

This past year was a fantastic year for the ILR exercise class. The class became more popular than ever and welcomed many new faces. Below is a photo of some of our most dedicated exercisers after a morning class.

Who is the 1996-1997 Instructor?

Jennifer Posa, a Health Fitness Management Masters student at AU, is the this year's instructor. She taught the ILR exercise class during its 1995-1996 season and welcomes the opportunity to teach again in the Fall. Jennifer's research interests include the mature population and physical activity. After graduating in May 1997, Jennifer plans to pursue a career within the field of business management for health promotion companies.

What participation means to its members?

• Having More Energy
• Increased Flexibility
• Greater Confidence
• Increased Overall Wellbeing

Who can join the ILR?

We welcome anyone who is retired and interested in having lots of fun! The ILR is an organization open to all persons in search of sharing time with a other retirees who haven't migrated to Florida and have more interests than they can fulfill in a day! Does this describe you or someone you know? If so, call the ILR today at 202-885-3920 or contact Merle at:

The ILR at AU
4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016-8037ILR.

Can't wait to hear from you!

This page designed by Jennifer Posa for the ILR. We last updated this page on August 6, 1996

STAY HEALTHY AND STRONG FOR LIFE WITH THE ILR!!!