Ellicott City 50+ Center & Fitness Center

I have been taking the Core Fit Class from Roxanne Hartman for almost four years and she has been wonderful! Her depth of knowledge and technique ensures maximum benefit, and her design of the class ensures all major muscle groups are strengthened. She is patient and supportive and makes all participants feel welcome and cared for. I have also worked with her as my personal trainer and she maintained the same high standards as in her group class. She is a most valuable instructor and I continue to attend her classes and see great improvement in my personal fitness.

I take Core Fit and Balance at the North Laurel Senior Center with Roxanne Hartman. She is an excellent instructor. She has made me aware of my surroundings at all times. I appreciate her support during class. She suggests modifications if needed. I look forward to her class each week. We are so fortunate to have such a knowledgeable and caring instructor who always encourages us.

Howard County 50+ centers have a true gem in Roxanne Hartman. I have taken several of her fitness classes at North Laurel, Elkridge and Ellicott City 50+ centers. Roxanne loves what she does and it shows in the way she runs her classes. She is knowledgeable , energetic, inclusive and motivational. She always provides modifications making the classes accessible to all who enroll. She is quick to review best practices for form to keep participants from hurting themselves. My fitness level has improved so much from these classes. I am physically able to do whatever I want now. Thank you so much.

I have been taking classes at the 50+ centers with Roxanne Hartman since October of 2024. She has the credentials and knowledge to provide a safe exercise experience while guiding towards better health and well being. I started out in Core Fitness and moved on to her more challenging Age Well class. In addition to the exercising aspect of the Age Well class, she also engages us in activities that make us more aware of our surroundings, giving us better balance and reaction time, and thus less likelihood of having falls that can lead to serious health issues, which is so important as we age! In her classes, she always explains why we do things a certain way so that we understand how to know our limits and to avoid injury. At the same time, she encourages us and helps us to see that we are capable of doing so much more than we realize, always advancing in a safe manner. Roxanne provides the full package and makes classes fun! I truly enjoy her classes and have seen improvement in many aspects of my health. I would highly recommend her as an instructor!

Six months ago I chose to participate in an organized exercise program for the first time in many years, after being diagnosed with concerning health issues. I randomly picked from Howard County's offerings. I found myself in Roxanne Hartman's classes. In a very short time , with her help, I have improved tremendously in the areas of strength, balance, posture and energy. Her expertise in the science behind exercise, occupational therapy, personal training , as well as an understanding of the needs of the elder population has been crucial to my growth. I have been to many classes in years past, as well as physical therapy, and have never experienced this level of care and individual help as I have with Roxanne. I feel very fortunate that Howard County has given me the opportunity to exercise and train with an outstanding teacher and caring individual. My husband has now joined the class and personally trains with Roxanne as well as some friends. The week is so much more fun participating in Roxanne's classes, meeting up with friends and doing something good for my health.

I have been taking several sessions of personal training at the 50+ center in Ellicott City. My instructor is Roxanne Hartman. She has been invaluable in helping me improve my physical strength and capabilities. With her expertise I was given a program with much needed follow up exercises for home. I appreciate her teaching style and patience with a senior who doesn't always get it right the first time. I will be signing up for more classes with Roxanne in the future.

My name is Tanya Ray. I started taking Core and Aging Well classes at the Laurel Senior Center in November 2025. Roxanne Hartman is the instructor. She is outstanding in that she is experienced, knowledgeable and encouraging. In a short time I see how I’m in better shape than when I started. Roxanne talks you through the aerobics and exercises with and without weights and emphasizes proper form. I truly enjoy the classes and look forward to going.