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You must be 50 years of age or older to sign up for Active Adult classes. All programs and classes take place at the Southside Community Center. ACTIVE ADULTS 50+ PROGRAMS

SENIOR MEMBERSHIPS Become a member of the Southside Senior Program! Members receive special rates on a variety of classes, events, and more! You can become a member for $10.00 for the 2020 calendar year. Memberships are AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE for Jan-Dec. 2020 year . Please visit the Southside Community Center front desk for more information.

ACTIVE ADULT 50+ EXCERCISE

MEDICAL QI GONG Medical Qi Gong has been practiced for thousands of years. The exercises can be in the form of stretching, meditation, and channeling. This can bring emotional release to our body. The wide range of therapeutic exercises are used to stretch the connective tissue surrounding the muscles, thus enhancing physical strength of muscles and bones as well as flexibility. Guided cleansing, nourishing and harmonizing our internal organs will be practiced. Instructor: Shirley Cheng Room: Southside Community Center Fitness Room *No Class on April 20 and April 23

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219.4.1810 10:45am-11:45am 4/13-5/18 M 5 $17 $25 219.4.1811 10:45am-11:45am 4/16-5/21 Th 5 $17 $25

BEGINNING TAI CHI Tai chi increases your sense of well being & relieves tension & stress. Tai Chi for Better Balance focuses on 8 movements for the beginner Tai Chi participant. Instructor: Shirley Cheng Room: Southside Community Center Fitness Room No Class on April 20 and April 23 Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr

219.4.1812 9:30am-10:30am 4/13-5/18 M 5 $17 $25

219.4.1813 9:30am-10:30am 4/16-5/21 Th 5 $17 $25

ARTHRITIS EXERCISE PROGRAM This program is based on the Arthritis Foundation’s suggested exercises for individuals with arthritis and joint pain. This lowimpact class addresses the pain, fatigue, and decreased strength that often accompany arthritis. Exercises may be done seated or standing and also includes optional floor exercises. Health outcomes may include decreased joint pain and stiffness, increased range of motion, flexibility, endurance, and energy levels as well as improve joint functionality, muscle tone, and ability to perform daily activities and overall health status. Make a change for the better and sign up today! Instructor: Shirley Cheng Room: Southside Community Center Fitness Room *No Class on April 21, April 23 and May 12

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1800 1:00pm-2:00pm 4/14-5/26 Tu 5 $17 $25

219.4.1801 1:00pm-2:00pm 4/16-5/21 Th 5 $17 $25

ZUMBA GOLD CLASS “Ditch the work out-join the party!" Dance, socialize, and burn lots of calories with this fun modified Zumba option for active older adults. Zumba Gold recreates all the same Zumba moves you know and love with lower intensity and lower impact while still focusing on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Instructor: Jamie Cabral Room: Southside Community Center Multipurpose Room *No Class on May 25

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TABLE TENNIS Did you know that table tennis is the most popular racket sport in the world?! This is a fun and exciting activity that also improves hand-eye coordination. Come play for fun or participate in competitions. Join other table tennis enthusiasts at your local community center. Beginners welcome. Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Rooms 8 & 9 *No class May 25

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1915 1:00pm-3:00pm 4/6-6/8 M 9 $10 $18 219.4.1916 1:00pm-3:00pm 4/8-6/10 W 10 $12 $20

219.4.1917 1:00pm-3:00pm 4/10-6/12 F 10 $12 $20

FITNESS OVER 50 Learn safe exercises for those 50+. Light Aerobic exercise at your own pace. Volunteer Led Room: Southside Community Center Multipurpose Room *No class on May 25

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1918 8:30am-9:30am 4/6-6/8 M 9 $10 $18 219.4.1919 8:30am-9:30am 4/8-6/10 W 10 $12 $20 219.4.1920 8:30am-9:30am 4/10-6/12 F 10 $12 $20

ACTIVE ADULTS 50+ MOVEMENT

YUAN JI DANCE Traditional Chinese dance brings energy, enjoyment and wellbeing to the body while the mind enjoys the harmony of the music bringing peace and balance. Come get your body moving while you learn this unique and beautiful style of dance. Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Multipurpose Room

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1923 1:30pm-3:30pm 4/8-6/10 W 10 $12 $20

TAI JI QUAN This is a graceful exercise using slow circular movements and deep breathing. Tai Ji Quan is great in helping the body improve strength and balance, and helps relieve stress. This class also has a dance element incorporated. Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Rooms 8 & 9 Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1914 9:00am-11:00am 4/10-6/12 F 10 $12 $20

LINE DANCING Take your line dancing to the next level. Basic knowledge of line dancing steps required. This is a great social environment to learn new line dancing steps as you burn calories. Partners are not required and don’t forget to bring your water. Instructor: Michael Shannon Room: Southside Community Center Fitness Room

TAI CHI MIX Tai Chi is an internal form of Chinese Martial Arts known for its slow, graceful movements and breathing techniques. It has become a popular form of exercise all over the world. Like most exercises, practicing Tai Chi can help one improve their strength, flexibility, circulation, and relaxation. Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Multipurpose Room

CERAMICS This program is designed for participants who have an interest in making wonderful ceramic pieces for home or for gifts. This program gives participants experience in pouring slip and a variety of ceramic techniques. Participants will use various glaze techniques and learn about the method used to fire their items. Supply list will be provided on the first day of class. Supplies to be purchased by the participant. Volunteer Led Room: Southside Community Center Room 7

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1904 9:00am-12:00pm 4/7-6/9 Tu 10 $12 $20

CERAMICS: MAKING IT WITH CLAY Get hands on with your ceramics! Participants explore the Slip Casting, the Slab, the Pinch, and the Coil methods of construction along with various decoration techniques to create the projects of their choice. Participants will use various glaze techniques and learn about the method used to fire their items. Supply list will be provided on the first day of class. Supplies to be purchased by the participant. Volunteer Led Room: Southside Community Center Room 7

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1905 9:00am-12:00pm 4/8-6/10 W 10 $12 $20

KNITTING & CROCHETING Seeking beginners and advanced knitters and crotchet enthusiasts to help grow our group! We are a small group of beginners and advanced knitters and crocheters who enjoy making things. We will accomplish lots of work while lots of socializing and sharing of techniques are spread around. Join us for a day and you will see the magic we create. Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Room 7

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr

219.4.1906 9:30am-12:30pm 4/10-6/12 F 10 $12 $20

PAINTING STUDIO This is a drop-in program where artists of every level will have the opportunity to paint in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. No instruction will be provided, but you will get advice and encouragement from the group to help you grow as an artist. Bring your own supplies and join us! . Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Room 6

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr 219.4.1807 12:30pm-2:30pm 4/8-6/10 W 10 $12 $20

QUILTERS Quilting is done on bed spreads, quilt-art wall hangings, clothing, and a variety of textile products. This group loves to design beautiful unique quilts. The class is for beginners & experienced quilters. Lots of helpful advice available. Self-directed Room: Southside Community Center Room 9

Course # Time Date Day Mtg Mbr NonMbr

219.4.1907 9:00am-12:00pm 4/7-6/9 Tu 10 $12 $20