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SPRING 2023
by ACCAging
The Center for Active Living is a multi-purpose center ofering older adults in Athens and surrounding communities opportunities to stay active and engaged. CAL provides unique social, educational and wellness related classes and activities, group trips and supportive services.
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For membership information or to register for trips and classes, contact Autumn Barefoot, Program Director, at 706-549-4850 or abarefoot@accaging.org.
To join or sign up for our weekly e-newsletter, please contact abarefoot@accaging.org or call the CAL ofce at 706-549-4850. We ofer virtual and in-person classes that follow safety precautions and procedures. Classes are subject to change or cancellation.
Chair Yoga
Dance, Fitness and Movement Classes
Designed to be accessible to all, most poses are seated, and any standing poses will use the chair for support. Expect a gentle sequence with the opportunity to stretch muscles and invigorate the mind through breathwork. The class follows prerecorded instructor videos.
Mondays at 10 a.m.
Where: ACCA Harris Room
Free for members; $5 drop-in for non-members
Gentle Hatha Yoga
McKenzie from Feel Free Yoga and Wellness of Athens leads us in a gentle fow sequence. You can expect breathing exercises and poses — both standing and seated — while moving at a gentle pace. The slower transition between the poses allows the individual to be mindful and present throughout the class. All levels welcome.
When: Mondays at 1 p.m.
Where: ACCA Harris Room
$5/class for members; $10 for non-members (Pay in person or online at www.accaging.org)
3rd Tuesday: Meet at ACCA at 11 a.m.
4th Tuesday: O fsite at 11 a.m.
3/28 @ UGA Intramural Fields
4/25 @ State Botanical Garden and Picnic* (To RSVP for picnic, please contact the CAL ofce. $7/person. Lunch included in Congregate membership)
5/23 @: Sandy Creek Park (Park entry is free for seniors 64+; otherwise $2)
Free for members, $5 for non-members. Newcomer
RSVP required. Please contact Autumn Barefoot at abarefoot@accaging.org or call the CAL ofce at 706-549-4850.
Intermediate Line Dancing
Grab your dancing shoes and cowboy boots! New and intermediate-level dancers are welcome. CAL instructor Linda “Boots” Barnes plays an eclectic mix of music to keep you moving from beginning to end, with step-by-step instruction.
When: Tuesdays at 12 p.m.
Where: ACCA Harris Room
Free for members, $5 drop-in for non-members
Beginner Line Dancing
New to line dancing? Following our Intermediate class, Linda leads an introductory class to help new dancers learn the steps.
When: Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
Where: ACCA Harris Room
Free for members, $5 drop-in for non-members
