Senior Programming

 

TYPES OF PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

  
 

ON MY OWN FITNESS

 SOLE MATESMeet your friends or make new friends at East Central Senior Center Lobby at 9:00 am and get your steps in while walking in the building or outside.  See how far you can travel as a group or individual. Use your phone, fitness watch to submit your daily steps.
 FITNESS EQUIPMENTUse the treadmill, Elliptical, or Bike to improve your fitness health
   
 

IN THE KNOW

 COFFEE & CURRENT EVENTSGood morning!  Enjoy coffee in the multi-purpose room and catch up with your friends, discuss the current issues and news.
 SIPS & SOCIALIZINGMeet, greet, and network with members and staff during a morning cup of Joe.
 MORNING UPDATESHear updates from staff of special events throughout the day or upcoming events.
   
 

LET'S GET IN SHAPE

 SITTERCISEDon’t be fooled by the name.  Sittercise is a seated exercise class that allows you to strengthen your core, improve flexibility, and enhance your stamina.  We will show you the moves. Join Us!
 POWER UP FITNESSGet Charged in the AM!  Power up increases your heart rate through aerobic exercises.  Let’s get moving
 LINE DANCINGEveryone can dance! Learn the latest line dances.  Everyone is invited!
 AFRICAN DANCELearn basic rhythmic movements incorporating drums and melodic sounds.
 DANCE BREAKTake a break and just groove! 
 ZUMBAJoin us for Zumba.  Learn the Latin moves from the Zumba fitness craze. The low & high intensity moves will improve your cardio fitness.
   
 

RELAX

 YOGAOriginated in India, Yoga is a group of mental, physical & spiritual practices.  Learn the basics of yoga and enhance your flexibility, balance & strength.
 TAI CHIGreat exercise for seniors, Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition of slow-motion movements that is based on Martial Arts. The movements improve balance and strength.
 PILATESMat Pilates session will include increasing core strength, stability, and flexibility.
 BALANCE & FALL PREVENTIONThis 30-minute session will provide exercises specifically designed to strengthen & improve your balance for fall prevention
 MEDITATION/RELAXATIONCome use techniques used to achieve a state of calmness and tranquility such as breathing exercise and mindful meditation.
   
 

SWIMMING

 OPEN SWIM (lap swimming)Use aquatics to improve your fitness by swimming laps or independent exercise in the pool.
 AQUA GROOVEGain strength, stamina, and flexibility by dancing in the pool to your favorite music.
 AQUA POWER HIIT 
(High Intensity Interval Training)
Aqua Power HIIT is a High Intensity Interval Training class that focus on movement and rest period to increase your overall strength, cardio-vascular endurance, and boost your metabolism.
 WATER AEROBICSWater aerobics is a low-impact pool workout that incorporates water walking, strength training exercises, and gentle movement.
   
 

THE ARTS

 SEWING CLASSIntroduce the basics of sewing, correct use of the sewing machine, and basic use of equipment.  Variety of beginner projects.  Extra Cost for project kits.
 KNITTINGParticipate on basic knitting techniques and following instruction to make a basic item. (Supplies are purchased by participants).
 CROCHETLearn the basics of crochet stitches. Chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and triple crochet. (cost of crochet needles and yarn are member responsibility).
 LOOMINGLearn the basic techniques of using a round loom for a hat and or a straight loom for a scarf. (Supplies additional cost and responsibility of member)
 ACRYLICS/PAINTING/SKETCHINGPut your creativity to the test! Learn how to draw, paint, and use other creative skills.
 CARDMAKINGLearn how to hand make greeting cards.
   
 

THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

 BINGOB-I-N-G-O!  Join us for Bingo!
 BILLIARDSThe Break Shot! Hone your pool skills.
 CORN HOLEGet some sun and enjoy corn hole on the patio.
 RUMMIKUB/BOARD GAMES DOMINOSPick your game and play or organize a team.
 CARD GAMESPick your game, Gin Rummy, Spades, Bid Wiz, Tonk, Bridge, Poker, and Pinochle.
 HORSEHOEToss horseshoes and enhance your accuracy.
 TEAM TRIVIABattle of the brains! Challenging your mental acuity on various subjects.
   
 

PERFORMING ARTS

 KEYBOARDING/
MUSICAL PURSUITS
Learning proper playing techniques and operating electronic features on a keyboard
 GOLDEN OLDIESListen to Golden Oldies and nostalgic tunes
 DRAMALearn to direct and create a play. Perform poetry, learn basic voice performance techniques.
   
 

TECHNOLOGY

 COMPUTER/TECH CLASSEnhance computer skills, Microsoft programs and other tech programs
 INTRO TO SOCIA MEDIAAre you anxious to learn how to use social media and stay connected with friends and family? We will show you how!
 TACKLING MY CELL PHONEIs your smart phone smarter than you? Learn the basics of utilizing your phone apps, music, and photos.
   
 

LECTURES & MOVIES

 BOOK CLUBDo you enjoy reading?  Dive into the latest selected book and share your impressions.
 MOVIE & POPCORNJoin us for movies on Friday!
 DOCUMENTARY OF THE WEEKDocumentary of the week will explore historical events or scientific discoveries.
 CULTURAL AWARENESSExploring various cultures including food, dance, and music.
   
 

NUTRITION & HEALTH

 COOKING DEMOYes Chef!  Learn new cooking techniques to promote cooking and using fresh regional ingredients.
 NUTRITION TALKSSharing nutritional benefits of food choices to enhance overall health.
 WELLNESS WEDNESDAYAn educational talk that will increase awareness about age related health topics.