LA50 - April 2021

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FUN AFTER 50

FUN after FIFTY 1514 N. Hancock Ave., Colorado Springs

The senior center offers virtual and limited in-person classes. To register, call 719-955-3400 or visit www.csseniorcenter.com

VIRTUAL CLASSES Book Club Join us for lively discussions as we read and talk our way through “The Gifts of Imperfections.”

10-11 a.m. | Thursdays | Free

Dye Easter Eggs Pick up eggs and a dye kit and dye them together via Zoom.

1-2 p.m. | April 2 | Free

Happy Core is a Healthy Core This class concentrates on activating abdominal and back muscles while using core musculature to improve posture, balance, and walking capabilities.

1-2 p.m. | Mondays | $25

Make Deviled Eggs Learn a few deviled egg tips and listen to others share their special ingredients and techniques.

1-2 p.m. | April 9 | Free

Support Immunity The immune system requires optimal nutrition to function at its best. Learn how to nourish your body with the proper nutrition and supplement support.

Watercolor Scaffolding Serious watercolor students experience both group and one-on-one time with the instructor.

1:30-3:30 p.m. | Tuesdays | $33

Cardio Drumming Cardio drumming choreography is designed to burn fat, improve physical, and mental fitness, and above all, be fun! Bring an exercise ball and drumsticks. Zumba Zumba class mixes low and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance party for a total workout.

11 a.m. to noon | Wednesdays | $30 SilverSneakers Circuit Combine low-impact choreography with standing upper-body strength. Registration required.

1-2 p.m. | Wednesdays | $18

Painting with Ink Learn the techniques and procedures of working with this dramatic medium.

9:30-11:30 a.m. | Fridays | $33

Can Food Save the Planet? Farmers who raise animals on managed pasture provide a beacon of hope and a way in which one’s food choices can save the planet.

All About Solar Panels Learn the basics of solar, specifically grid-tied arrays, including approximate cost, tax incentives and more.

1-2 p.m. | April 30 | Free

IN PERSON CLASSES Yoga Flow Build more awareness, strength and flexibility. Registration required.

2:15-3:15 p.m. | Mondays & Thursdays | $40

SilverSneakers Classic Move to the music through exercises designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Registration required.

9-10 a.m. | Thursdays | $18

5745 Southmoor Drive, Fountain To register for classes, call 719-6002644 or visit www.fvscenter.org Parking Lot Bingo 1 p.m. | 1st and 3rd Thursday |Free Active Minds – Zoom Presentation 2 p.m. | 3rd Thursday | Free

9:15-10:15 a.m. | Wednesdays | $25

1-2 p.m. | April 14 | Free

Yahtzee Play this fun dice game with others.

12 p.m. | Mondays

8:30-9:30 a.m. | Tuesdays | $30

Easter Parking Lot Bingo Park your car in a designated BINGO parking spot at the Senior Center, turn your radio to the BINGO station and get ready for some fun! Registration required.

1-2 p.m. | April 20 | Free

Tai Chi Fusion Reduce stress and promote serenity through gentle, flowing movements.

TaijiFit Improve overall fitness emphasizing balance, mobility, stability and timing of movement.

1-2 p.m. | April 16 | Free

1-2:30 p.m. | April 21 | Free

Find the Y Bunny Somewhere in the Senior Center, the Y bunny is hiding. The first to find the bunny wins a gift card and goodie bag.

1-2 p.m. | April 23 | Free

Nurse Chat: Polypharmacy Learn how you may be using more medications than are clinically indicated on your medication list.

1-2 p.m. | April 28 | Free

Newcomers Orientation Learn more about the Senior Center and all it has to offer.

1-2 p.m. | April 29 | Free

The Body Shop Great blocks of work and cardio conditioning.

9 a.m. | Mondays

Total Body Strength Muscle conditioning using a variety of equipment to build strength and endurance.

9 a.m. | Fridays

Yoga Vinyasa Flowing movements connected to breathing.

10 a.m. | Mondays & Fridays

Zumba Combines high-energy Latin-based music with dance movements. 1300 Higby Road, Monument To register for programs, visit www. trilakesseniors.org.

GAMES

5:30 p.m. Tuesdays | 9 a.m. Saturdays Zumba Gold Combines high-energy Latin-based music with dance movements.

9 a.m. | Thursdays

Bingo Masks and registration required.

1 p.m. | April 21 | 719-330-0241 | sue@monumentalfitness

CLUBS Book Club Discussion on latest selection. Coffee and snacks provided.

11 a.m. | April 9 | 719-330-0241

FITNESS Chair Yoga Improves circulation and range of motion and promotes stress reduction and mental clarity.

1 p.m. | Wednesdays

Gentle Yoga A slower-moving traditional yoga class focusing on strength and alignment.

10 a.m. | Tuesdays

Essentrics Strengthen your core, lengthen your body, improve flexibility, balance and mobility. Class requires the ability to sit on the floor for at least 20 minutes.

9 a.m. Tuesdays | 10 a.m. Thursdays Pilates Strengthen your core, improve flexibility, balance, mobility and create a stronger mind-body connection.

1628 W. Bijou St., Colorado Springs To register for programs, call 719-3890759 or visit www.ourwestside.org Westside Cares Food Pantry 1-3 p.m. | Wednesdays. SilverSneakers Classic Exercise Class 9-10 a.m. | Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays | $5 if insurance doesn’t cover class Bible Study 11:30 a.m. |Thursdays | $1 Crafts Unlimited 9-11 a.m. | Fridays | $1 Pickleball 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays; noon-3 p.m. Wednesdays; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays | $1 Table Tennis 1-3 p.m. Mondays; noon-2 p.m. Fridays | $1 Line Dance Mondays 6 to 7 p.m.; Fridays 2:30-4 p.m. | $5 per class ■

10 a.m. Wednesdays | 12 p.m. Sundays

FUN AFTER 50 | APRIL 2021 | WWW.LAFIFTY.COM |

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