Boomers & Beyond PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation is committed to providing programs for adults ages 50+. Boomer and Beyond activities are exclusively for ages 50+. Fall Leaf Tour and Boomers & Beyond (page 31) are specific to this age group. Other adult programs, pickleball, and water exercise classes, while not just for seniors, are available as well.

ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS OF ALL AGES:

End of the Garden Season (page 28)

Winter Seed Sowing (page 28)

Bird Watching for Beginners (page 28)

Spooky Cemetery Tour (page 28)

Let’s Bake Bread (page 28)

Curate Your Life (page 29)

Tax Facts @ a Glance (page 29)

Japanese Archery (page 30)

Line Dancing: Fun for All! (page 30)

Attracting Birds to the Garden (page 28)

Treadle Sewing Machine Pillow (page 28)

Linn County School House Tour (page 28)

Beyond Genealogy (page 28)

Water Bath Canning (page 28)

Preserving Your Past (page 29)

Watercolor made Easy (page 29)

POUND® (page 30)

Wonderful Rock Sway (page 30)

Review and Some New - Swing! (page 30) You Gotta Bachata! (page 30)

Pickleball (page 31)

Lap Swim (page 40)

Kayak/Canoe Practice (page 40)

FALL LEAF TOUR (50+ yrs.)

Golf (page 36)

Adult 18+ Swim (page 40)

Water Exercise (page 41)

View the fall splendor of the Iowa Mississippi Valley. Visit orchards near Gays Mills, and enjoy a late lunch at Breitbach’s in Balltown. Fee includes motorcoach transportation and late lunch. Bus will depart at 8:30 a.m.

#201103-01 Th 10/12 8:30am-6:30pm $60

Depart/Return: Walmart, Marion

Archery

INTRO TO ARCHERY (10-14 yrs.) Interested in archery? Find out if it’s for you in this fun, introductory class. Learn range safety basics and try out a Genesis bow. See how good a shot you are! You may bring your own bow if you prefer.

#214121-01 Su 9/24 1-4pm

$26 (R $22) Ushers Ferry

KYUDO RENMEI - BEGINNERS (16+ yrs.)

Spend six weeks learning to use and shoot the yumi (Japanese longbow) and receive an introduction to this ancient martial art. Equipment is provided.

#202303-02 Su 9/24-10/29 9-10am

#202303-03 Su 11/5-12/17* 9-10am

$41 (R $34) NW Rec *No class 11/26

KYUDO RENMEI - ADVANCED (16+ yrs.)

After successful completion of the class for beginners, continue your training in this course and become more proficient in the individual and group aspects of Kyudo Renmei.

#202304-02 Su 9/24-10/29 10am-12pm

#202304-03 Su 11/5-12/17* 10am-12pm

$47 (R $40) NW Rec *No class 11/26

Dance with Faythe Kubik

Meet dance instructor Faythe Kubik and enjoy music and dancing:

Open House

WEDNESDAY | OCTOBER

6:30 - 8 PM

4 u Call or text Faythe to register for private lessons: 319-232-7594 or email: gofaythe@prodigy.net

Faythe teaches all styles of social dance and breaks them down so they’re easy and fun to learn. She uses every style of music, so you are confident and prepared to hit the dance floor, no matter what type of music is playing. Private lessons are available before the Wednesday group classes. If you want to progress faster, take more than one class, or do both group and private lessons.

*NEW* POUND® (16+ yrs.)

Looking for a fun, full body Pound® workout? Don’t just listen to the music, become the music! This exhilarating, full body workout combines, cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates inspired movements. The workouts are easily modified and welcoming for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. Come let loose, get energized, tone up, and rock out!

#218116-01 M 9/4-9/25 7-8pm

$11 (R $10) Jones Lodge

Ryuku Kempo Karate

These classes are taught by Shihan Adam Frey and use the principles and practices of traditional martial arts to develop a stronger, more connected, and empowered community.

In addition, Intermediate and Advanced classes are available by invitation only for $88 and include all lower level classes. Call 319-286-5566 for more information.

Fundamentals

(6+ yrs.)

Physical and social confidence, self-discipline, situational awareness, and strong moral character are developed in this karate class for all abilities and skill levels.

Financial Assistance Program: RecAssist

A discount is available for those who qualify on recreational programs and swim passes. For more information on guidelines and to apply, go to CityofCR.com/RecAssist, or call 319-286-5566 during regular business hours.

*NEW* LINE DANCING: FUN FOR ALL! (18+ yrs.)

Don’t sit on the sidelines! Now’s your chance to learn the very fun and always popular party, wedding, and club line dances such as the Electric Slide, Cupid Shuffle, Cha-cha Slide, and Wobble. No partner needed. It’s time to dance!

#205207-01 W 10/18-11/15 5:30-6:25pm

$73 (R $68) NW Rec

*NEW* WONDERFUL ROCK SWAY

(18+ yrs.)

You’ll be moving, twirling, and swaying! Rock Sway is perfect for slow romantic songs and upbeat tunes with a slow beat. This dance uses a one step pattern that moves and flows, makes you look good fast, and is a must for all social events!

W 10/18-11/15 6:30-7:25pm

#205208-01 $73 (R $68) single

#205208-02 $141 (R $136) couple

NW Rec

*NEW* LET’S REVIEW AND DO SOME NEW - SWING! (18+ yrs.)

Hello Dancers! This is an intermediate level class. We’ll start by dancing Swing and seeing what you know and remember, then review and do some new!

W

$73 (R $68) single #205209-02 $141 (R $136) couple

NW Rec

*NEW* YOU GOTTA BACHATA! (18+ yrs.)

Bachata is a super dance! It reinvents itself. Salsa dancers call it Bachata; many Swing dancers call it Rock-a-Billy; and it is the original Two Step. The pattern is easy and goes with everything. It’s your style that turns it into a new dance. Dance to Salsa, Pop, Swing, Country, and Big Band.

W 10/18-11/15 8:30-9:25pm

#205210-01 $73 (R $68) single #205210-02 $141 (R $136) couple

NW Rec