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.

    November’s UPCOMING CLASSES FITNESS CLASSES 

    Posted on November 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    UPCOMING CLASSES FITNESS CLASSES 

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

     

    Ageless Fitness (once known as Senior Fitness)   

    Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00am

    New session started on Oct 4th and ends Dec 22nd.  In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 10am. Registration now open. Class fee $44R and $48NR.

     

    Chair Yoga 

    Monday from 10:45 to 11:45am

    New session started on Oct 4th and ends Dec 20th. In person instruction on Mon at 10:45am.  Registration now open. Class fee $22R and $24NR.

     

    Strength Training

    Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 to 12:30pm

    New session started on Oct 4th and ends on Dec 22nd. In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 11:30am. Registration now open. Class fee $55R and $60NR.

     

    Recreational Pickleball

    Tuesday from 7:00 to 9:00pm

    New session started on Oct 12th and ends on Dec 21st (no play Nov 2nd). 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 from 9:00 to 10:00am

    New session started on Oct 5th and ends on Dec 23rd (no class 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 from 3:00 to 4:00pm

    New Session started Sep 28th and ends on Dec 23rd (no class 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 from 9:00 to 10:00am

    New Session started 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 from 10:15 to 12:00pm

    New Session started 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 from 1-2:00pm   

    New session started 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 from 10:15-11:15am   

    New session started 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.

     

    Pickleball  –  Open Play

    Friday from 12:15pm-2pm 
    Beginners- advanced beginners, $3 per play. Must have knowledge of the game. No Lessons will be given.

     

    Pickleball  –  Drills and play

    Saturday from 10am-12pm
    Intermediate- advanced players, $3 per play. People coming to this session must arrive on time. We will do warm up drills first, and then work on those skills during the games.

     

    Pickleball  –  Recreational Open Play

    Saturday from 12pm-2pm
    Must have knowledge of the game, $3per play.  For people coming in at 12pm, please put your paddle on the table as you enter to secure your place in line.

     

    At this time, we cannot accept credit card payment.

     

    November’s- ARTS & CRAFTS PROGRAMS

    Posted on November 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    ARTS & CRAFTS PROGRAMS

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

     

    Painting with Friends

    Tuesday

    9:30-12pm

    New session starts on Sep 28th and ends on Dec 21st. In person at the Senior Center every Tue of the month at 9:30am. Registration now open.

     

    Stitch Happens

    Wednesday

    9:30-11:30am

    New session starts on Sep 29th and ends on Dec 22nd and will be held on Wed at 9:30am in person. You must  register your interest in this session. Registration now open.

     

    Drawing Class

    Thursday

    10:00-11:30am

    New session starts on Sep 30th and ends on Dec 23rd (no class Nov 11th & 25th) and will be held on Thu at 10am in person. You must register for this session. Registration now open.

     

    Writing Class **New Class**

    Thursday

    2:00-3:00pm

    New session started Sep 9th and ends Dec 23rd (no class Nov 11th & 25th) and will be held on Thu at 2pm in person. You must register for this session. Registration now open.

     

    Quilting

    New session starts on Oct 4th and ends on Dec 28th. Quilting is held on the 1st Mon of the month at 1pm, the 3rd Fri of the month at 5pm and the last Tue of the month at 5pm. Registration now open.  Fee is $2pp for Fri and Tue time period. No fee for the Mon time period.

     

    November’s-Over the Hill Hiking Group

    Posted on November 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    All prospective hikers must call the Senior Center to register for each hike within seven days prior. There are no residency issues – we are looking for interested, enthusiastic folks. Participants must follow guidelines specified on registration form. Hikers are to bring water, lunches, insect repellant, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. Group size is limited to fifteen people, first come first served, along with one or two leaders. All distances are estimates and may be modified by the leaders based on conditions the day of the hike.

     

    Hikes will be listed as easy, moderate or difficult. Anyone interested in a  difficult hike must have completed at least two of the moderate hikes before going on the difficult hike. Contact the Senior Center to register.

    November Hikes:

    November’s- UPCOMING Card Games and Other Games

    Posted on November 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    Upcoming Games

    Based on interest we will be hosting the following schedule

     

    Bunco

    Monday at 9:30am

    New session starts on Sep 27th and ends on Dec 27th (no games Oct 11th).

    Registration now open.

     

    Hand & Foot

    Monday at 12:30pm

    New session starts on Sep 27th and ends on Dec 27th (no games Oct 11th).

    Registration now open.

     

    Scrabble

    Tuesday at 9:30am

    New session starts on Sep 28th and ends on Dec 28th. Registration now open.

     

    Mah Jongg

    Tuesday at 12:15pm

    New session starts on Sep 28th and ends on Dec 28th. Registration now open.

     

    Bridge

    Tuesday at 1:00pm

    New session starts on Sep 28th and ends on Dec 28th (no games Nov 2nd). Registration now open.

     

    ACBL Bridge

    Wednesday at 1:00pm

    At this time, we are looking to see if there is interest in a game to be held on Thu mornings from 9am to 12pm. Please contact the Senior Center office if you  would like to play.

     

    Rummikub

    Thursday at  9:30am                                  

    New session starts Sep 2nd and ends on Dec 30th (no games on Nov 11th & 25th).  Registration now open.

     

    Duplicate Bridge

    Thursday at 1:00pm

    New session starts on Sep 30th and ends on Dec 30th (no games Nov 11th & 25th).  Registration now open.

     

    Bingo

    Friday at 1:00pm

    Every Fri. $1 for the 1st card and .25 for every additional card up to a maximum of 9 cards.  (No Bingo Dec 24th & 31st). No need to register in advance.