Programs

Thursdays from 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Art Room

Get out of the house and enjoy the company of others while having some fun coloring!
Coloring books are no longer just for kids!  Adult coloring has been shown to help reduce stress, boost mental clarity, exercise fine motor skills and help train the brain to focus and generate a creative mindset.  Give it a try!  Bring your own coloring supplies or use ours.
Call Hilary with any questions.  (860) 889-5960.

Thursdays from 10:15-11:15am

Fitness Instructor: Lisa Weir
Location: Program Room
Core Strength & Toning exercise class combines flexibility, strength and toning exercises to improve your core strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, and range of motion.  This class is low impact and will incorporate the use of hand weights to help tone and strengthen.  Exercises are done both standing and using a chair.  Please consider joining this great new class!
Call Hilary if you have any questions. (860) 889-5960.

Thursdays from 9:00-10:00am

Location: Program Room
Zumba is a fun, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired dance fitness program which provides both cardio and muscle toning benefits.  It combines fun Latin moves from dances such as salsa, merengue, and cha-cha with an aerobic workout.  With Zumba Gold, the moves and pacing are modified to suit the needs of the active older participant, and those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle! Hope you join us!  Beginners Welcome!

This class is open to Senior Center members only and there is no additional fee for the class.
Classes are open to members of the Rose City Senior Center only.  Not a member yet? Sign up today!  Please call for more information.  (860) 889-5960

Mondays and Thursdays from 8:45-9:45am

Class Instructed by Carol Klammer
Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research based falls prevention exercise program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function and to prevent falls.  It is designed for older adults 60+ years old and people with balance difficulties.
This program can accommodate individuals who need assistance with walking, such as use of a cane.
No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed.  This class will be taught virtually.  You will learn the movements in a supportive environment over the course of this 24-week class.  This class is free and open to individuals at least 60 years old, and interested in improving their balance and stability.
To Sign up Contact: Connie Capacchione, Uncas Health District (860) 639-5138
This program is sponsored by Senior Resources Agency on Aging and Uncas Health District.

Classes Begin Wednesday, May 4th   6:30 p.m.
A 7-Week virtual program to help you become tobacco-free!
The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® program is designed to give you the support you need in a comfortable, confidential setting offered virtually via ZOOM. Get assistance in preparing to quit using tobacco, taking that first step to quit and helping you not return to tobacco use.  This program also helps you prioritize other healthy behaviors that support a tobacco-free lifestyle.
This program is being offered by Uncas Health District and is open to anyone who lives or works in Southeastern Connecticut.  This program is FREE and includes FREE nicotine replacement therapy.
For more information or to register, Contact Carolyn Wilson (860) 400-2072   carolynwilsonwellness@gmail.com
This program is supported by the Preventive Health & Health Services Block Grant funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.