Classes Focus On Health, Wellness

After retiring as a health teacher Marianne Witkowski still wanted to help people find wellness in their lives.

Witkowski, who taught near Rochester for 30 years, relocated in retirement to Oriskany Falls.

A year ago, she found an outlet for teaching well-being to others.

Witkowski offers exercise classes on the second floor of Oriskany Falls Village Hall.

Her latest session just began, with classes Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

“Health and wellness are important at any age,’’ Witkowski said. “As we get older balance and posture become key for good health.’’

The classes are open to anyone of any age and at any fitness level.

Witkowski demonstrates each exercise and offers modifications to make them less challenging.

“A burpee, for example,’ ...