SENIOR PROGRAMS 15

How to Use your Cell Phone for the Very Best Shots Workshop

Dates: May 11 Age: 55+ Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM Cost: Free Location: Suffolk Cultural Arts Center Join us, in partnership with the Tidewater Arts Outreach, for this exciting and informative workshop where participants will learn how to take quality photos using a smartphone. Pre-registration is required.

Father’s Day Celebration

Date: June 17 Location: Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Recreation Center Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Ages: 55+ Cost: $12 We will be hosting a fish fry to celebrate fathers. Come out for loads of laughs and great food. Registration begins May 9 through June 10, 2022.

Active Adult Senior Walking Club

Date: May 4 - August 31 Days: Wednesdays Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Age: 55+ Cost: Free with annual membership Let’s get together and walk laps around different area trails and paths here in Suffolk.

Snack and Learn Workshop

Dates: July 21 Age: 55+ Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM Cost: Free Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Come join us for this free informational workshop where you will learn that finding resources for seniors and veterans is as simple as a click of a mouse! Participants will learn how to access online resources on healthy aging, financial topics, caregiver support, housing and much more. Healthy snacks will be provided. Registration is required.

Senior Aerobics

Date: All year Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Location: East Suffolk Age: 55+ Cost: FREE with Annual and Fitness Membership This class is an hour class that focuses on floor aerobics which may help to increase your mobility, balance, strength & flexibility.

Mother’s Day Celebration

Date: May 6 Location: Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Recreation Center Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Ages: 55+ Cost: $12 Let’s celebrate all of your mothers and mother figures with a special brunch and activities. Registration will be from March 28 until April 29, 2022.

Senior Prom

Date: June 10 Location: Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Recreation Center Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Ages: 55+ Cost: $12 We would love to see you in your best attire for our Senior Prom. This event will be one you don’t want to miss as it includes music, food, dancing, door prizes, and more! The theme for the Senior Prom is “Masquerade” so feel free to go all out and show us what you’ve got! Pre-registration is required.

COMMIT Dance Fitness Class

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays all year round Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Location: East Suffolk Ages: 17+ Cost: $20 for 6 weeks (12 classes) OR $4 drop in rate This class creates community through music, dance and fitness. While listening to a variety of hits, you will dance to choreographed routines, learn, and more!

Smooth Gliding

Dates: July 12 - August 4 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10:00 - 10:45 AM Location: Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Recreation Center Ages: 16+ Cost: $10 This is a full body low impact cardio class that burns calories, strengthens upper and lower body, improves stability, and increases balance and core strength.

Walk This Weight

Dates: August 16 - September 9 Time: Tuesdays Thursdays Fridays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Recreation Center Cost: $15 Ages: 16+ A four-week small group training program intended for both sedentary and already active individuals.

For more information on East Suffolk Recreation Fitness Programs, contact Melissa Crook at 757-514-4504 or mcrook@suffolkva.us

Saturday Boot Camp

Dates: May 7, and 21; June 4,and 18; July 2, and 16; August 6, and 20 Time: 8:00 - 9:00 AM Location: East Suffolk Ages: 17+ Cost: Free with membership This class will challenge you mentally and physically so be prepared for anything!

Stretch it out!

Days and Dates: May 2 - September 2; Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM Location: East Suffolk Ages: 17+ Cost: Free with annual recreation membership. This class will address tension in the muscles by using your own body and equipment such as foam rollers, stretch straps, tennis balls, and general yoga poses.

Core Blast

Dates: May 2 - September 2; Mondays and Fridays Time: 10:00 - 10:30 AM Location: East Suffolk Ages: 17+ Cost: Free with membership A variety of exercises will be utilized such as calisthenics, isometrics, strength and endurance exercises.

National Exercise Trainer’s Association Certified Personal Trainer 2 Day workshop and certification course

Date: June 25 and 26 Age: 18+ Cost: $599 until June 20 (early bird $549; ends May 25) Location: East Suffolk Become a Certified Personal Trainer. Attend a 2-day exam preparation workshop which includes lecture, hands-on learning and practical demonstrations. Workshop participants will gain the knowledge and leadership skills needed to train, motivate and implement safe and effective exercise programming for clients. Exam will be administered at the end of the workshop. Participants interested in the workshop need to register at netafit.org. For more information regarding this program, please contact Melissa Crook, Fitness Specialist at 757-514-4504.