Senior Center Classes

Take a class and have some fun!
WINTER CLASSES
 
Registration begins December 15. Classes are open to residents of Avon and other towns.  
For more information or to register, go to www.avonrec.com or call Avon Senior Center at 860-675-4355.   
 
 
                                                                                                                                                                                    Badminton
BADMINTON
Come and play badminton at Avon Senior Center.   All levels of play are welcome.  This activity is informal group play without instruction. There are three sessions, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.  Participants can sign up for one or more sessions. 

TUESDAYS, January 9 - March 19  (no class Jan. 16)
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $64.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $57.60
          Non-residents: $70.40
 
WEDNESDAYS, January 10 - March 13 
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $64.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $57.60
          Non-residents: $70.40
 
THURSDAYS, January 11 - March 14 
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $64.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $57.60
          Non-residents: $70.40

 

Tai Chi

TAI CHI
Tai Chi has been proven through scientific study to improve joint health, strengthen muscle, increase flexibility and reduce stress-based illnesses.  Australia's Doctor Paul Lam, a practicing M.D. and Tai Chi expert himself, and a team of Tai Chi and medical experts have created a simple, safe and effective program to prevent bone loss and improve balance.  Many people have enjoyed learning the program and have gained significant health benefits from a program that is especially suited to seniors and people suffering from arthritis and osteoporosis.  Come see what Tai Chi can do for you!

Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
January 10 - March 13
Fees: Avon Residents: $61.00
Resident seniors (age 60+): $54.90
Non-residents: $67.10

 

Mah Jongg
 

Welcome to Mah Jongg!
Learn the basics of American Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg is a tile game that can improve memory and sharpen the mind.  The class will focus on the card including reading the card, categories, and switching hands as tiles are passed during the Charleston and picked during play. Class will also cover: the tiles, rules of the game and table rules.  This beginner’s class includes a card with your registration.

March 13, 15, 20 and 22
Wednesday, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. and
Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $61.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $54.90
          Non-residents: $67.10

                                                                                                       Zumba
ZUMBA GOLD
Love to dance? Enjoy the health benefits of this energetic, feel good, medium intensity workout. This class is a total body workout set to Latin and international rhythms and is perfect for anyone looking for a fun, aerobic exercise routine. This is a low impact class that is designed to be gentler on your knees. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. If you love to dance, this class is for you.
 
WEDNESDAYS
January 10 - March 13

Avon Senior Center Community Room.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Fees:  Avon residents: $74.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $66.60
          Non-residents: $81.40