Programs

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Fitness Programs

The Fitness Programs at the Groton Senior Center promote and maintain the physical abilities of participants and also group classes offer a chance to socialize with other class members and provide mental stimulation through music and physical motion.  Class sizes range from small Qi Gong classes to large Cardio Sculpt classes.

Music Programs

The music programs at the center provide an opportunity for seniors to develop their skills in music whether it is learning to read music, sing in harmony or learning to play piano.  The choruses also take a leadership role in the community by going out to entertain at adult day centers, nursing facilities and schools.

Education/Enrichment

Programs in this category provide seniors with time to learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more.  Through education the seniors develop and help maintain their mental abilities as well as support their self-esteem and creative needs.  Class sizes are small to medium.

Cards/Games

A variety of choices for group play and individual play.  Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization.  Research has shown that Bingo and other games are good for the brain.  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

These are events often attached to meals that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment for seniors.  Most events have a meal or food attached to them. These include the afternoon teas, monthly birthday/anniversary parties, special breakfasts, club gatherings, dinner and movie nights, annual Gnog Show (formerly Gong Show), annual Great American Picnic, Luau, Thanksgiving Dinner, Holiday dinner and Rotary dinners.  A regional dinner dance is held annually also to allow for socializing with friends from the other towns in the county.

Community Service Programs

These programs offer the seniors an opportunity to take a leadership role in community involvement either through sponsoring a community event or by participating in the community event.

Health Services

These services are provided to help seniors age at home and stay as well as possible.  Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services 

In addition to health services, the nutrition programs offer the opportunity for improved nutrition for participants and also in some cases a way to socialize with other seniors in small to large groups.

Human Service programs

These programs also support seniors aging in place.  They promote individual self-efficacy in making better choices and decisions about their individual needs.

Transportation Services

These programs support aging in place and allow seniors to stay active in their community and at the center.

    Master Gardener: “Closing Up Your Garden”

    Wednesday, September 25th at 1:00pm

     

    Master Gardener Ray Hasson will give you the tools and steps on how to end your gardening season strong and get you off on the right foot for the next gardening season of spring 2025

     

    OATS Hike with Groton Open Space Assoc. Sept 12

    Thursday, September 12th at 10:00am A hearty group of cool people with shared interests of being outdoors and local adventure who happen to be 55+.

    Registration required for each outing.  Stop by our front desk or call 860-441-6623. 

     

    New Fees Starting September 3rd

    FITNESS CLASS PASSES: 5 pass is $25 resident/35 non-resident/10 pass is $50 resident/70 non-resident -Non-transferrable

    Drop-in is also an option! Drop in fee for fitness classes is $5 resident /$7 non resident per class.

    New Classes!

    Boom Move It: Tuesday and Thursday 9:00-10:00, instructor Connie Steffes
    A moderate to vigorous intensity workout designed to increase muscular strength, endurance, function and cardiorespiratory health. Dance based and strength class ending with Boom Mind relaxation. ( silver sneakers) $54/64

    HIIT and Yoga: Tuesday and Thursday 4:00-5:00, Instructor – Liz Kennedy
    Intervals of high intensity bursts of exertion followed by an interval of rest, duration of 25 minutes. The rest of the class will consist of challenging yoga flows with rest to the last 5 minutes when we have a rest and last stretch. $54.00/ $64.00

    Cardio and Conditioning: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:15-9:15, Instructor – Liz Kennedy
    Standing warmup followed by either steady cardio conditioning then followed by body weight training, or cardio intervals with intervals of weights, bands or balls. Then cool down with balance & coordination drills, finish with a stretch. $66/$76

    Core & Back Conditioning: Tues and Thurs 10:00-11:00, Instructor – Liz Kennedy
    Working the posture groups of muscles to develop strength , conditioning and balance. Developing the core muscles to maintain and support other daily activities such as lifting weights, boating, golfing, racket sports, walking , biking , running and hiking. Standing , seated and modified floor exercises. $54/ $ 64

    Acrylic Painting: Tuesday 2:00-4:00, Instructor- Kelly Hall
    This class is designed for all level students. List of supplies will be given out the first day of class. $75/$85

    Acrylic Painting: Wednesday 2:00-4:00 Instructor- Kelly Hall
    Designed for all level students. List of supplies will be given out the first day of class.$75/$85

    Watercolor: Tuesday 12:45-1:45 Instructor- Kelly Hall
    Designed for all level students. List of supplies will be given out the first day of class. $55/$65