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Senior Center Classes

Take a class and have some fun!
SUMMER SESSION 2024
 
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, June 18 - September 10 (no class June 25)
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $75.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $67.50
          Non-residents: $82.50

WEDNESDAYS, June 19 - September 11 (no class June 26)
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $75.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $67.50
          Non-residents: $82.50

THURSDAYS, June 20 - September 12 (no class July 4, July 25)
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees:  Avon residents: $70.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $63.00
          Non-residents: $77.00

 
 
ZUMBA 2    DRUMS
 
ZUMBA & CARDIO BEATS DRUMMING
This is a medium-intensity hybrid Zumba and cardio drumming class. We will warm up with a 20-30 minute Zumba class and move into 30 minutes of cardio drumming on a stability ball. This class focuses on cardio, toning, coordination, and mindfulness. This class is for all adults looking to have fun while exercising.  Equipment for cardio drumming will be provided.
 

MONDAYS, June 17 – September 9 (no class September 2)
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $81.00
         Resident seniors (60+): $72.90
          Non-residents: $89.10


 
 
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, June 19 - September 11 (no class June 26)
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $71.00
         Resident seniors (60+): $63.90
         Non-residents: $78.10

                                                                                                       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, June 19 - September 11 (no class June 26)
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees:  Avon residents: $86.00
          Resident seniors (60+): $77.40 
          Non-residents: $ 94.60

 

Afro Dance

AFRO DANCE 
Come experience this truly unique form of exercise! You will learn basic Central African dance moves while getting a full body workout. Try something new while having fun!  Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers and bring a water bottle.

WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, July 10 - September 13  
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Avon Senior Center Community Room
Fees: Avon residents: $111.00
         Resident seniors (60+): $99.90
          Non-residents: $122.10