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• Registration fee includes transportation and ticket when applicable.
• Please bring money for your own meal and other personal expenses.
• For special accommodations, including special bus seating and wheelchair or walker accommodations, please contact the front desk upon registration.
• All trip return times are approximate.
Tuesday, May 9
Tuesday, June 13 Tuesday, July 11
Tuesday, July 11
Tuesday, August 8
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $6 is charged for ages 50-59
$5 50 is suggested donation for ages 60+ Reservation and registration required
Call 972-547-7491 between 9:00am-11:30am
Provided by Collin County Committee on Aging
AARP
Learn how to use your car’s safety features, how to adjust for age-related changes in vision, hearing, reaction time and more! This class may qualify for an insurance discount This course cannot be used to dismiss a ticket Participants must provide a check made out to AARP for the classes price at the time of registration A McKinney Senior Recreation Center membership is not required to participate
May 20 & Aug. 19: Free 90-minute Driver Tech class to teach how to use all the new gadgets in new cars
July 15: Regular Driver Safety course (4 hours)
$20 for AARP members* / $25 Non-AARP Members
*You MUST bring your AARP card on the day of the class .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Call 972-547-7491 for services and prices
Beginner-level computer classes to become more comfortable with general computer use while learning the basics of several applications . Registration is required .
Location: Senior Recreation Center Fees: Free
Join this monthly Book Club to discover new books and rediscover old favorites The Book Club will meet once a month on the first Friday to discuss the month’s book choice
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
F 1:00pm-3:00pm May 5 The Good Earth by Pearl Buck
F 1:00pm-3:00pm Jun 2 Devil in The Grove by Gilbert King
F 1:00pm-3:00pm Jul 7 The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway
F 1:00pm-3:00pm
4 The Black Count by Tom Reis
The North Texas Genealogy Society is offering one-onone sessions to answer questions about genealogy or help you get started . One on one sessions are 30 minutes each . Registration is required
Location: Senior Recreation Center Fees: Free
New Member Orientation
New Member Orientation helps new members learn more about the programs and people at the Senior Recreation Center Registration is required
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
Summer Seminars
Meet local health care providers, insurance providers, memory care facilities and more
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
Aug 3 332501-4A
Th 7:00pm-8:00pm Aug 17 332501-4B
*Program does not meet every week
A drop-in group for members to bring their own hand stitching, crocheting, scrapbooking, journaling and knitting projects to work on weekly .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 3:00pm-5:00pm Year-round
Hand Sewing
A drop-in group for members to bring their own hand stitching, crocheting, and knitting projects to work on weekly .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 8:30am-12:00pm Year-round
Machine Embroidery
A drop-in group that can work on and share their own selfdirected project . G roup projects are occasionally available . Participants are responsible for bringing and setting up their own embroidery machines and any related supplies
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S)
F 9:00am-3:00pm May 12 & 26
F 9:00am-3:00pm Jun 9 & 23
F 9:00am-3:00pm Jul 14 & 28
F 9:00am-3:00pm Aug 11 & 25
Paint Expressions
A drop-in group to enjoy the company of fellow artists and friends while working on your own self-directed projects . Participants are responsible for bringing their own supplies and projects
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 1:00pm-4:00pm Year-round
A drop-in group where members can work on and share their own self-directed project . G roup projects are occasionally available
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free DAY TIME DATE(S)
Th 8:30am-12:00pm Year-round
Start with the very basics and work your way up to creating amazing masterpieces . Par ticipants are responsible for bringing their own supplies and projects .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free DAY TIME DATE(S)
F 8:30am-12:00pm Year-round
Participants will learn basics of color mixing, brushstrokes and perspective while completing a detailed work of art The instructor will provide all supplies needed on the day of the class Registration is required
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $16 Member/$22 Non-Member + $20 supply fee per class payable by check/cash
to instructor on the day of class
Friday, June 16 • Cracker Jack Day
Thursday, July 20 • Lollipop Day
Friday, August 11 • Kool Aid Day
*Program does not meet every week
Bingo Night
Cash prizes are based on the number of players in attendance and will vary each session
*Players must be present five minutes before start time .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $1 per person for one card
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Th 6:00pm-7:00pm* May 25
Th 6:00pm-7:00pm* Jun 29
Th 6:00pm-7:00pm* Jul 27
Th 6:00pm-7:00pm* Aug 31
Bunco
A dice game that requires players to roll for sets of multiples
*Players must be present five minutes before start time
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 6:00pm-7:30pm* Year-round
F 9:30am-11:30am* Year-round
Cash Bingo
Cash prizes are based on the number of players in attendance and will vary each session
*Players must be present five minutes before start time
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $1 per person for two cards
DAY TIME DATE(S)
W 9:30am-10:30am* Year-round
42 Dominoes
A domino game similar to the card game Bridge
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free DAY TIME DATE(S)
M 11:00am-4:30pm Year-round
Th 12:00pm-5:00pm* Year-round
*Group meets at 11:00am on the second Thursday of the month
Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge is a widely played variation of Bridge Players must have a partner .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
M 10:00am-2:00pm Year-round
Hand and Foot
A card game similar to Canasta
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 12:00pm-5:00pm Year-round
Mah Jong
A tile game that is similar to the card game Rummy
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
W 1:00pm-5:00pm
Mexican Train Dominoes
The goal of Mexican Train is to be the first player to play all of their dominoes by forming number chains
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
W 1:00pm-5:00pm
Party Bridge
Party Bridge is a trick taking card game that uses a standard deck of cards Players do not need a partner
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
M 11:00am-2:30pm
Th 1:00pm- 4:00pm
Recreational Poker
Spend the afternoon having non-gambling fun
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
F 12:30pm-3:00pm
Treasure Bingo
Play for a variety of cakes and trinkets
*Players must be present five minutes before start time
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
M 9:30am-10:30am* Year-round
Join retired wedding planners to learn the trade secrets of floral arranging! Each participant will take their arrangement home
Wednesday, May 3 • 1-2:30 p.m.
$10 Member / $15 Non-Member Register by Wednesday, April 26
Create an acrylic painting on canvas with instructor Susan Garden.
Saturday, May 6 • 3 - 5:30 p.m. Register by Wednesday, April 26
Saturday, Aug. 5 • 3 - 5:30 p.m. Register by Wednesday, May 3
June 7 • Family Bracelets • Register by May 31
June 21
July 5
July 19
• Build a Rocket • Register by June 14
• Handprint Fireworks • Register by June 28
• Picture Frame Decorating • Register by July 12
Registration Required • $5 per person 2-3 p.m.
Calling all the single ladies, men - and couples! Dress in your favorite decade attire and enjoy an afternoon filled with dancing, mingling with friends, and making new ones. We will crown the first-ever McKinney Senior Recreation Center Prom King and Queen.
Saturday, May 20 • 1-5 p.m.
Saturday, May 20 • 1-5 p.m.
Entertainment by Doc Gibbs Band Entertainment by Doc Gibbs Band
Registration Required • $15 Member / $20 Non-Member
Registration Required • $15 Member / $20 Non-Member
Refreshments will be provided.
BYOB beer and wine only • Doors open at 12:30 p.m.
The Area Agency on Aging of North Texas provides oneon-one help with questions about Medicare, Social Security, Medigap Insurance, Medicaid Nursing Home Care and other types of benefits Appointments are 30 minutes . Senior Recreation Center membership is not required to participate
Registration is required
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
Tu 9:30am-11:00am May 9
Tu 9:30am-11:00am Jun 13
Tu 9:30am-11:00am Jul 11
Tu 9:30am-11:00am Aug 8
The Wellness Center for Older Adults provides caregiver support through practical direction, resources, therapeutic counseling, and emotional support to caregivers with opportunities to gain insight and learn healthy coping skills related to self-care and caregiving specific strategies . Anyone providing care and supervision to an individual is eligible to receive our services through individual counseling or group support . Call the Wellness Center for Older Adults to schedule an appointment and initial consultation at 972-953-7669 .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
Drop by for a free hearing screening once a month with Hearing Services of McKinney .
Location: Senior Recreation Center Fees: Free
Tu 10:00am-11:00am May 9
The Wellness Center for Older Adults provides lab work screenings, and toe and foot care services on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month . Registration is required
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Call 972-547-7491 for services and prices
*Program does not meet every week
Tai Chi can help you increase energy, focus, productivity, and flexibility, improve sleep, decrease stress, enhance balance and coordination, and relieve pain
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $120 per 12 classes • $40 per 4 classes
One-on-one fitness instruction and advice tailored to meet individual fitness needs For appointments and fees, contact Victoria Chase at 214-477-8404 .
Absolute Beginner Line Dance
Learn the basic steps to many popular line dances . Registration is required.
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $10 per 6 classes
Beginner Line Dance
Learn the steps to many popular line dances by building upon the skills learned at the Absolute Beginner level . Registration is required.
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $10 per 6 classes
TIME DATE(S) CODE
4:45pm-5:30pm May 22-Jul 10 332801-1D M 4:45pm-5:30pm Jul 17-Aug 21 332801-2D
Country Afternoon Dance
Meet new people, get a little exercise, and enjoy an afternoon of great music and socializing in a relaxed atmosphere . A variety of country and western songs from across the ages will be played .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Free
DAY TIME DATE(S) M 1:00pm-3:30pm Year-round
Friday Evening Dance
Enjoy live music, light refreshments, and plenty of country/ western dancing . A McKinney Senior Recreation Center membership is NOT required to participate .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: $5 per person at the door
DAY TIME DATE(S) BAND
F 7:00pm-9:30pm May 5 City Lights
F 7:00pm-9:30pm Jun 2 Freightliners
F 7:00pm-9:30pm Jul 7 Rough Riders
F 7:00pm-9:30pm Aug 4 City Lights
Bingocize®
Focus on range of motion, balance, muscle strengthening, and endurance while learning about fall prevention and mobility .
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Th 9:00am-10:00am Year-round
Chair Volleyball
More fun than you can stand - while sitting! DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 1:30pm-2:45pm
Th 11:30am-1:30pm
Cornhole
Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the sport join us every Wednesday . Equipment is available for use . DAY TIME DATE(S)
W 11:00am-1:00pm
Fitness Room Orientation
Learn how to safely use all equipment in the fitness room . Taught by Dr Troy Allam, with Craig Ranch Chiropractic, and Senior Recreation Center staff . Registration is required.
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis . Equipment is available for use . DAY
W 3:00pm-6:00pm
Sa 9:30am-12:00pm
Ping Pong
Have fun while improving your flexibility, reaction time and hand-eye coordination . Equipment is available for use .
Tu 1:30pm-2:45pm
Th 11:30am-2:45pm Year-round
Rock N’ Walk
Walk, dance or strut at your own pace to disco favorites . Rock N’ Walk meets in the mornings to get up and walk while staying in the comfort of the indoors
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 8:00am-9:00am Year-round
Th 8:00am-9:00am Year-round
Senior exercise classes are designed to meet the wellness needs of adults 50+ You may purchase a Senior Exercise Pass to participate in all group and water exercise classes . The first time you participate in a Senior Exercise class you will receive a free visit . Be sure to let the service desk staff know it is your first time!
*Passes expire 1 year from purchase date
A low-impact fusion class designed for seniors that includes cardiovascular, flexibility and strengthening segments for all levels of fitness .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Senior Exercise Pass required
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 3:30pm-4:30pm Year-round
Th 3:30pm-4:30pm Year-round
Chair Yoga
This beginner chair exercise class is based on the yoga principles of gentle movements, breathing and relaxation techniques . The soothing stretches improve range of motion and increase flexibility .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Senior Exercise Pass required
DAY TIME DATE(S)
M 9:30am-10:15am Year-round
W 9:30am-10:15am Year-round
Evening Yoga
A slow flow yoga class focused on sequencing and form .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Senior Exercise Pass required
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 5:30pm-6:30pm Year-round
Th 5:30pm-6:30pm Year-round
Healthy Start
An overall low impact workout consisting of 20 minutes of simple cardio workout, 20 minutes of resistance training with stretch bands and 20 minutes of stretching, relaxation and flexibility exercises .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Senior Exercise Pass required
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 9:45am-10:45am Year-round
Th 9:45am-10:45am Year-round
Yoga Lite
For those who are ready to move from chair yoga to mat yoga . This class focuses on flexibility, strength, stamina and good balance
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Senior Exercise Pass required
DAY TIME DATE(S)
Tu 11:30am-12:30pm Year-round
Zumba Gold
A dance program designed for adults 50+ that combines Latin and international music with dance to make exercise fun .
Location: Senior Recreation Center
Fees: Senior Exercise Pass required DAY TIME DATE(S)
W 1:30pm-2:15pm Year-round
F 1:30pm-2:15pm Year-round
Take a break from the heat with cool treats and good times with friends!
June 30 • Ice Cream Sundaes
July 28 • Chocolate Covered Fruit
August 25 • Coke Floats FR !
Fridays • 1-2 p.m.
*16+ class Drop-In Fee required for Non-Members
Learn some basic moves of Water Aerobics while developing balance, flexibility and confidence moving in the water . This is a gentle option for those just restarting exercise, recovering from surgery, or with chronic health issues It is a low impact, slow paced class with a short period of mild cardio You can feel better, get stronger, and prepare for more vigorous exercise Beginner’s welcome!
Intensity Level: Level 1 of 4
Fees: Senior Center Membership & Exercise Pass required Indoor: Senior Pool
This class offers low impact exercises on joints and bones as well as simple yoga poses for core strength and breathing Movements involve the whole body for agility, heart, and muscle exercise You will practice balance, stretching, and mindful relaxation The L Y M B S class is a friendly combination of fun, creativity, and moderate exercise Beginner’s welcome!
Intensity Level: Level 2 of 4
Fees: Senior Center Membership & Exercise Pass required Indoor: Senior Pool
Enjoy a balanced workout with all components of fitness aerobic training This low impact class includes moderate cardio and increases strength, improves flexibility, and stabilizes balance
Intensity Level: Level 2 of 4
Fees: Senior Center Membership & Exercise Pass required
Indoor: Senior Pool
An intermediate level class, which blends exercises for greater joint flexibility, cardio, muscle strength, and toning . It is an opportunity to learn additional water aerobics moves and build more endurance Exercises are often targeted for specific muscle groups The pace varies from moderate to fast during different segments of the class
Intensity Level: Level 3 of 4
Fees: Senior Center Membership & Exercise Pass required
Indoor: Senior Pool
Learn a balanced workout with all the components of aerobic training Concentrating on endurance, aerobics, and flexibility using water resistance, these classes provide a safe atmosphere of resistance for cardio conditioning
Intensity Level: Level 3 of 4
Fees: Senior Center Membership & Exercise Pass required
Indoor: Senior Pool
Classes and times designated 50+ are reserved and designed specifically for Senior Center members Public open swim times are located page 19 Participants must be able to function independently in the water without the use of floatation devices For more information, please call the Senior Pool at 972-547-7497
McKinney Parks & Recreation offers water exercise classes for ages 16+ that include both indoor and outdoor pool locations
See page 25 Parks & Recreation guide for more details
Registering for Senior Recreation Center and Senior Pool membership includes filling out a membership application, taking a picture and obtaining a membership card . Unless otherwise stated, participation in programs and use of services and equipment requires a current facility membership or a day pass .
Resident 65+ $15 $5
Non-Resident 65+ $35 $5
Resident 50-64 $30 $5
Non-Resident 50-64 $50 $5
*If you turn 65 within 30 days of starting an annual membership, you qualify for the 65+ membership rate.
The McKinney Senior Recreation Center and Senior Pool welcome visitors who are considering joining and touring the facility . Please stop by a service desk to sign in the visitor book and obtain a visitor’s pass . Visitors are not permitted to participate in any activity, including the fitness room .
Adults needing direct supervision or daily assistance must be accompanied by a responsible guardian at all times at the McKinney Senior Recreation Center and Senior Pool . A Caregiver Pass is given so that the Member can be assisted, when necessary . The Caregiver Member is to remain in proximity of the Member and may NOT participate in any activity other than the extent necessary to help the Member be a part of the activity . If the caregiver desires to participate in the activity, membership and fee applies . Caregivers must fill out a Caregiver Pass application . There is no membership charge to a caregiver .
All those who enter, visit and/or use the Senior Recreation Center and Senior Pool MUST check in at a service desk .
The City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department offers a scholarship program to McKinney residents . Forms are available at the service desk for those who request financial assistance for activity or class participation . The scholarship is available for the direct cost of the program and excludes trips, special events and supply fees . A scholarship form must be filled out and approved by the McKinney Senior Recreation Center supervisor prior to class registration .
Refunds are not issued for any program costing $8 or less .
Programs costing $9 or more will be refunded if the activity is sold out and the vacancy can be filled from the waitlist . If the vacancy cannot be filled a refund will not be issued .
If a program is cancelled by the McKinney Senior Recreation Center or Senior Pool a full refund will be issued .
Photography or video recording is permitted at all City of McKinney facilities and events on city-owned property, except where posted otherwise . The City of McKinney reserves the right to require a person to leave the premises or cease taking photos or using a video device if city staff finds such behavior to be disruptive .
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City
facilities, participants of programs and special events grant permission the City of McKinney to take photos and videos of themselves and their children for publication in the program brochure, website and additional uses as the city deems necessary, unless the registrant or participant expressly files a written request as to the use of photos or videos of themselves and/or their children . All professional photography on city-owned property must be approved through the City of McKinney’s Communication and Marketing Department .