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/GamesA 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.

    MASSAGE THERAPY – 2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month

    Time: 1pm to 4:00pm

    Cathy Canto will provide massage therapy on the 2nd and 4th Wed of every month from 1:00 to 4:00pm.  You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $27 or a 55 minute appointment for $54.

    Call senior center to schedule an appointment and for more information at 860-739-5859.  Payment is due at time of reservation.

    Monday, November 15th at 12pm- LUNCH & LEARN Pollinator Pathways

    Marjorie Meekhoff, Founder and President of Pollinator Pathway East Lyme will instruct us on the importance of our native insects and bumblebees. Native insects, including butterflies, are in trouble but we can help them.  There are easy ways to help them which, in turn, helps our environment.  Following the presentation there will be time for questions.  Register by Nov 10th.

    Hand Pottery Class -Fridays for four weeks

    Fri, Nov 12th at 11am

    4 weeks (no class 11/26)

    $20R/$25NR

    Come have fun with us & make some clay sculpting pieces.

    Registration begins Nov 1st.

    Wed, Nov 3rd for 6 weeks- MAH JONGG LESSONS

    12:30  –  2:30pm

    $35R/ $39NR

    Must purchase a Mah Jongg card

    before the class begins.

    Register with the Senior Center immediately

    October- Upcoming Fitness Classes

    UPCOMING CLASSES

    All classes are now session based. 3 month session length.

    Ageless Fitness (once known as Senior Fitness)       

    Monday and Wednesday

    10-11am

    New session starts on Oct 4th and end Dec 22nd (no class Oct 6th & Oct 11th). In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 10am. Registration now open. Class fee $44R and $48NR.

     

    Chair Yoga 

    Monday

    10:45-11:45am

    New session starts on Oct 4th and ends Dec 20th (no class Oct 11th). In person instruction on Mon at 10:45am.  Registration now open. Class fee $22R and $24NR.

     

    Strength Training

    Monday and Wednesday

    11:30-12:30pm

    New session starts on Oct 4th and ends on Dec 22nd (no class Oct 6th & Oct 11th). In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 11:30am. Registration now open. Class fee $55R and $60NR.

     

    Recreational Pickleball

    Tuesday

    7-9pm

    New session starts on Oct 12th and ends on Dec 21st. In person play. Must register your interest to play for the session and then register weekly for the next upcoming date of play. Registration now open. $3per play.

     

    Yoga

    Tuesday and Thursday

    9-10am

    New session starts on Oct 5th and ends on Dec 23rd (no class Oct 7th, Nov 2nd, 11th & 25th). In person instruction on Tue and Thu at 9am. Registration now open. Class fee $40R and $44NR.

     

    FitDance Gold

    Tuesday and Thursday

    3-4pm

    New Session starts Sep 28th and ends on Dec 23rd (no class Oct 7th, Nov 2nd, 11th, 23rd, 25th, 30th, Dec 2nd, 7th, 9th). In person instruction on Tues and Thu starting at 3pm. Registration now open. Class fee $47R and $50NR.

     

    Tai Chi

    Wednesday and Friday

    9-10am

    New Session starts Oct 6th and ends on Dec 22nd (no class Nov 26th). In person instruction on Wed and Fri at 9am. Registration now open. Class fee $44R and $48NR.

     

    Ping Pong

    Wednesday

    10:15-12pm

    New Session starts on Oct 6th and ends on Dec 22nd. In person program. Must register your interest to play for the session. Registration now open.

     

    Chair Yoga 

    Wednesday

    1-2:00pm

    New session starts on Oct 13th and ends Dec 22nd. In person instruction on Wed at 1pm. Registration now open. Class fee $22R and $24NR.

     

    Chair Yoga 

    Friday

    10:15-11:15am

    New session starts on Oct 8th and ends Dec 17th (no class Nov 26th). In person instruction on Fri at 10:15am. Registration now open. Class fee $20R and $22NR.

     

    Beginner/Advanced Beginner/Drills & Coached Play

    Friday

    10-2pm    10 -11am/Beginners, 11am-12pm/Advanced Beginners/Intermediate, $10pp for each lesson. 12 -2pm (no play 11/19) Beginners/advanced beginners

    New session starts Oct 1st and ends on Dec 17th (no play Oct 8th, Nov 26th). In person play. Must register your interest to play for the session and then register weekly for the next upcoming date of play. A minimum of 4 is required. Registration now open.  $3per play. Must have knowledge of the game. No lessons will be given.

     

    Pickleball

    Saturday

    10-2pm  10am/Drills & Play   12pm/Open Play

    New session starts Oct 2nd and ends on Dec 18th (no play Oct 9th). In person play. Must register your interest to play for the  session and then register weekly for the next upcoming date of play. Registration now open. $3per play.

     

    At this time, we cannot accept credit card payment.