Fitness and Vitality After 50, 60, and Beyond
At Younger Body and Mind, we help people in their 50s, 60s, and 70s build strength, energy, and confidence through simple, age-friendly fitness and nutrition. Because thriving as you age isn’t about slowing down—it’s about moving forward with wisdom and vitality.
True well-being encompasses more than just physical health. It involves nurturing both the mind and body in harmony. Our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs have a direct impact on our physical health and vice versa.
Purpose is the driving force for personal change and transformation. A clear sense of purpose helps us stay committed, overcome obstacles, and maintain a positive mindset, leading to a healthy, excited, and on-purpose you!
It truly is all tied together…
EXERCISE for everyone
Your Guides
Billy
Billy is a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong teacher. Alongside his wife Nancy, he co-owns the Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu and Tai Chi, a center dedicated to martial arts education, health, and personal growth.
With roots in combat sports dating back to 1973, and starting his first teaching job a year later, Billy is a highly accomplished martial artist and instructor. He holds the rare distinction of being officially accepted as a disciple and inheritor in two distinct lineages. He is an Indoor Disciple of Grandmaster Willy Lin, a trailblazer who introduced Tian Shan Pai GongFu to the United States, and an In-chamber Disciple of Grandmaster Chen ZhengLei, a direct descendant of the founder of Chen Style TaiJi—the oldest known form of Tai Chi.
Both of Billy’s esteemed teachers have maintained exceptional health and vitality well into their 70s and 80s, a testament to their lifelong training and a source of inspiration for the Younger Body and Mind Platform.
Melissa
Melissa is a mother, wife, writer, entrepreneur, and dedicated martial artist—but above all, she’s a warrior who challenges the conventional narrative of aging. Her martial arts journey began in 2012 at the Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi, where she immersed herself in Chen Style TaiJi (Tai Chi) and Tian Shan Pai Gong Fu (Kung Fu).
In 2019, at the age of 53, Melissa earned her Black Sash—a testament not just to skill but to perseverance and passion. Then, on July 13, 2025—exactly thirteen years from the day her training began—she honored tradition by taking part in a Bai Shi ceremony. In doing so, she was formally accepted as a 13th generation disciple of Chen Style TaiJi under her teacher and mentor, Shifu Billy Greer.
This ceremony marked more than a milestone—it signified Melissa’s transition from devoted student to rightful inheritor of the art, and her adoption into the lineage’s living legacy.
Laughter Yoga
What is laughter yoga?
Laughter Yoga is a unique form of exercise that combines laughter exercises with deep breathing. It encourages you to tap into your inner child and laugh fully like you did regularly as a child. All without the use of comedy, jokes, or humor.
The benefits of laughter have been well studied and include a strengthened immune system, reduction of stress, and a release of endorphins from your brain. The result is a happier and healthier you!
Join us to find out about this unique style of exercise that was started in 1995 by a medical doctor in India.
Today there are laughter clubs all over the world in more than 120 countries. At Younger Body and Mind, we are excited to be a part of helping you and the world laugh.
TaiChi – Not just “old people moving slowly in the park”
- Originated as a martial art!
- Can be done as gentle or as strenuous as you want. Do the moves to your ability and level of desired workout.
- If all the health benefits of Tai Chi were available in a pill, it would be the wonder drug of the century and every doctor would prescribe it!
- Beneficial for Joint pain, Bone Density, Balance, Blood pressure Mobility and flexibility, Blood sugar, Immune system and much more!
YoBoMi
Your Body and Mind Jurni
Jurni to a healthy, excited on-purpose you!
Traditional & Non-Traditional – Exercises for both the Body and the mind.
MyJurni – Get started on your Journey today!
Our Lifestyle Topics – Challenge everything – misbeliefs on aging, health, purpose – what are we doing this for? Live, learn and laugh.
Guides to encourage you on your journey while journeying beside you. Keep it simple!
Ageless Warriors – Any age, no limits - Be a Hero
I am very grateful.
Testimonials
... the lessons on walking on uneven ground plus the balance moves got me up and down two gravel-strewn paths (while on vacation)- Shiloh (very steep) and Mount Arbel (long, steep incline). I am very grateful.
Susan G.
Amazing!
Testimonials
Amazing! I'm thoroughly enjoying the classes and am looking forward to taking many more.
Patti S.
Going to class is one of the highlights of my week!
Testimonials
Practicing Tai Ji has helped me become able to move much more easily with much less pain. Going to class is one of the highlights of my week!
Lorraine I.
Lifestyle
We are right there with you. Having to choose how to embark with a fresh perspective on life, aging, and shattering societal norms. Join us as we discuss every topic we can think of (and you want to hear).
Meet people who are living each year with health, vitality and passion as we uncover their secrets for how they did it.
Meet your fellow warriors who are challenging the status quo as we dig into their motivation, their drive and their accomplishments so far.
Explore topics about movement, weight loss, stress, and eating right as we share the latest research.
Learn with us how to be the best version of yourself through fresh mindsets, new ideas and unique and fun ways to move your body.
Master Classes
Re-program your Mind and learn how to escape limiting beliefs and societal expectations.
Challenge your thoughts, your habits, your views and look at your life with a new perspective.
Uncover the best version of yourself and become a happy, healthy, on-purpose you!
Cooking, Nutrition, Supplements Made Simple
No Mumbo Jumbo
You live a busy life – we make eating simple, easy and “tasty”
