Register Today for Our Indoor Winter Active Older Adult Programs!
Register Today for Our Indoor Winter Active Older Adult Programs!
Located indoors at the SOPAC Third Floor Loft (elevator accessible). Maplewood residents will need to register via phone, (973) 378-7754 x 2. Beginner Yoga Click Here to Register Mondays, Jan 17 - Feb 21 (6 weeks) at 10 am - 11:00 am Beginner Yoga for seniors offers basic poses/asanas, taught at a slower pace. Attention will be given to the proper use of breath, stretching, developing strength and improving balance, no head stands or handstands-gentle movement. Wear comfortable clothes, bring water and a small towel. Class Fee - $50
Line Dancing Click Here to Register Wednesdays, Jan 19 - Feb 23 (6 weeks) at 12 pm - 1 pm The purpose of the class is to inspire movement, fun, creativity and introduce dancers to some of the easier popular dances within soul line dancing. Dancers also learn basic steps and terminology. Class Fee - $115
Chair Yoga Click Here to Register Wednesdays, Jan 19 - Feb 23 (6 weeks) at 1 pm - 2 pm Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting in a chair. It adapts traditional yoga poses so that they can be done making yoga more accessible for people who cannot stand for long periods. Class Fee - $50
Project Healthy Bones Click Here to Register Fridays, Jan 21 - Feb 25 (6 weeks) at 12 pm - 2 pm Project Healthy Bones, an exercise and education program to improve posture, balance, strength and flexibility. It is for older people with osteoporosis -mild or advanced or for those interested in maintaining bone health. Please note that this is a two-hour class - students will need light hand weights and one leg weight from week 3 on. Students should bring a towel and water. Class Fee - FREE
Creativity Blooms Crafts Class Click Here to Register Tuesdays, Jan 18 - Feb 22 (6 weeks) at 9 am - 11 am This class is a workshop series that focuses on “Sustainable Design''. Sustainable Design or Up-cycling, involves recycling, re-imagining and transforming objects, therefore giving them new life! Projects span from wearable art to home decor. Workshops range from Printmaking, collage, basic quilting, and jewelry. A sample project will be presented at the beginning of each session. A project sample will also be presented at the end of session, highlighting the upcoming workshop. This affords the opportunity to bring in materials which you may have at home to further personalize, embellish, or share (& Recycle)! All fun, no previous craft experience required. Class Fee - $100
Ikebana Click Here to Register Fridays, Jan 21 - Feb 25 (6 weeks) at 2 pm - 3 pm Look forward to learning the fascinating art of Ikebana and its 550-year history. Ikebana is the floral arrangement part of the Buddhist tradition from the Rokkakudo Temple in Kyoto, Japan. You will create exquisite arrangements that will help bring a sense of tranquility and beauty to the winter months ahead. Floral materials are included in this price. Come prepared with a low, wide dish that can hold 1-2 inches of water and a kenzan (pin holder). If a kenzan needs to be purchased, the instructor will have them available for $35. Also bring a pair of gardening shears or ikebana scissors. Class Fee - $200
Canasta Click Here to Register Mondays, Jan 31 - Feb 21 (4 weeks) at 11 am - 12:30 pm Learn to play the modern game of Canasta. This class is for beginners who have never played or for those who have just learned and want to sharpen their game. Learn the basics of Canasta and strategies to win! This class is fun, rewarding, and great for your memory! Class Fee - $35
Mah Jongg Click Here to Register Mondays, Jan 31 - Feb 21 (4 weeks) at 12:30 pm - 2 pm Learn how to play the ancient game of Mah Jongg. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to play, now is the perfect time! You’ll pick up all the basics and will be bam’ing and crak’ing in no time. There will be plenty of hand-holding and coaching along the way. Class Fee - $35
To register over the phone call (973) 378-7754 x 2.
Many thanks to the South Orange Active Older Adult Committee that worked tirelessly to identify classes, find space, and engage instructors for this winter program. Thanks to Peter Travers, SO Recreation Director, for his support of the Committee and active older adult programming.
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