Programs

Programs – The Senior Center plans events on a monthly basis. Below is a listing for what generally occurs. For more details on events not listed below, check the Calendar Section and/or the News Section.

Fitness – Participants can trial any class without obligation. Please notify the Senior Center office if you are trialing a class.

All participants are encouraged to participate at their level of fitness/comfort. Any physical concerns are to be addressed to your personal physician. Questions about modifying the routines are to be directed to your instructor. All instructors are CPR certified and qualified in the class they are teaching.

Classes are Session Based: These classes will have a specific start and end date. Class sessions typically run for 3 months.

Music Classes – Ukulele and Guitar lessons. Explore your creative side and challenge yourself mentally by learning to play an instrument. Beginner level is offered as well as more advanced classes. Loaner instrument is available if needed.

Education/Enrichment Classes – Learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more. Through education develop and help maintain your mental abilities as well as enhance your self-esteem and creative needs. Explore and develop your interests.

Cards/Games – A variety of choices for group play and individual play. Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization. They stimulate memory, attention skills and have great social interaction which works on many parts of the brain. Our games programs include a variety of levels from basic to more challenging options.

Social Scene – The Senior Center plans, often with meals, events that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment. Any excuse for a party is considered whether it be to celebrate a national holiday or just to have some fun.

Health Services – These services are provided to help older adults age at home and stay as well as possible. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services – The Senior Nutrition Program, administered by TVCCA, offers nutritious meals on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45am. You must register for a lunch at least 24 hours in advance.

    Strength Training

    Posted on June 7, 2022 by East Lyme

    Every Monday and Wednesday from 11:30-12:30pm

    New session starts on Apr 13th and ends on Jun 22nd (no class 5/30). In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 11:30am.
    Class fee $50R and $55NR.  WAIT LIST ONLY!

    Men and women can lose more than five pounds of lean body mass (mostly muscle) every decade of their life due to disuse. Studies show that muscle mass can be increased in people of any age through regular strength training. Strength training also strengthens your bones, helps with weight management, provides relief from arthritis pain, lowers risk of injury, and improves cardiac health. Dyna bands, weights (1lb to 10lbs) and chairs are used for the class. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.

     

    Ping Pong

    Posted on June 7, 2022 by East Lyme

    Every Wednesday from 10:15-12:00pm

    New session starts on Apr 6th and ends Jun 29th. Must register your interest to play for the session. Wait list only!

    Ageless Fitness

    Posted on June 7, 2022 by East Lyme

    Every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00-11:00am

    New session starts on Apr 4th and ends Jun 22nd (no class 5/30). In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 10am.
    Class fee $46R and $50NR.

    Ageless (Senior) Fitness is a low impact, moderate intensity class which provides a balanced workout to promote endurance of your heart and lungs, to strengthen your muscles and bones, to improve posture and balance, to increases flexibility, and to challenge your brain. To keep things fun and interesting, we move to music from all eras and genres. Dyna bands, weights, and other props are available for strengthening and stretching. Work at your own pace in a non-judgmental, relaxed atmosphere. Modify as you need. Please bring water and wear appropriate shoes and comfortable clothes.

    Stitch Happens

    Posted on June 7, 2022 by East Lyme

    Every Wednesday from 9:30-11:30am

    New session starts on Apr 6th and ends on Jun 29th
    and will be held on Wed at 9:30am in person. You
    must register your interest in this session.

    Tai Chi

    Posted on June 7, 2022 by East Lyme

    Every Wednesday and Friday from 9:00-10:00am

    New Session starts Apr 6th and ends on Jun 24th (no class 4/15). In person instruction on Wed and Fri at 9am. Class fee $40 and $44NR.

    Tai Chi is a system of exercise based on Chinese Internal Martial Arts. The techniques and practice are circulare in nature, soft, slow and continuous. This class is does Qi Gong (Chinese Health Giving Exercises) and Tai Chi Forms. Sometimes equated to “mediation in motion” Tai Chi practice is not strenuous and promotes calm, fluidity and balance. A chair can be used to assist with balance. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and shoes that will not stick to the wooden floor.