Adult Community Center Upcoming Classes & Activities

Check out the latest Events and Classes being offered at the West Linn Adult Community Center

 

Fitness Classes

Zumba Gold: Mondays & Thursdays 8:30-9:30am

Join us for a fun class that is designed for active, older adults. This modified Zumba class re-creates the original Latin dances with a lower intensity that minimizes potential harmful motions for older adults. Taught by certified Zumba Gold instructor, Lyndalea Ruffner. 11/4-12/19. (No class 11/11, 11/14 &11/28) Full term $66 Res, $76 Non Res or $10 drop-in fee per class.

 

Strength and Balance: Tuesdays & Fridays 8:30-9:30am

Improve your strength and balance to conquer those everyday activities. Utilize small hand weights, a resistance band, a chair and standing exercises. Taught by Jacquelyn Rodgers--Certified Pilates, Senior Fitness Specialist and Certified NASM Trainer. 10/4-11/26. Full term $105 res, $115 non res for 2x a week. $55 res, $65 no nres for 1x a week. $10 drop in per class.

 

Strength and Balance-beginner (formerly Sit and Be Fit); Tuesdays 10:00-11:00am

Total body workout of aerobic strength and flexibility in a chair using hand weights and resistance bands. Modifications for everyone. Taught by Jacquelyn Rodgers--Certified Pilates, Senior Fitness Specialist and Certified NASM Trainer. 10/8-11/26. Full term 55 res, $65 non res. Drop in $10.

 

Chair Yoga: Thursdays 11:30-12:30pm

Enjoy a Chair Yoga class designed for active seniors, people recovering from an injury or surgery, those using walkers or wheelchairs and those with other disabilities. Taught by Lyndalea Ruffner, certified Yoga and Master Qigong Instructor. 11/7-12/19. (No class 11/14 & 11/28). $28 res, $38 non res or $10 drop in

 

Gentle Yoga: Tuesdays 8:30-9:30am & Tuesdays/Thursdays 10:00-11:00am

A comprehensive exercise class that combines elements of strength, flexibility, balance and flow. Taught by Yoga instructor, Lyndalea Ruffner. 11/5-12/19 (no class 11/12, 11/14 & 11/28). Full term $33 res, $43 non res for Tuesdays only. $60 res, $70 non res or $10 drop-in fee per class.

 

Gentle Yoga and Strength: Fridays 10:00-11:30am

Where East meets East; combining the best of the stretch, strength and balance of yoga with the healing benefits of each pose explained by the ancient Chinese Qigong theory. Each class will end with a 15-minute meditation. Taught by Master Qigong Instructor, Lyndalea Ruffner. 11/8-12/20 (no class 11/15 & 11/29). Full term $50 res, $60 non res or $10 drop-in fee per class.

 

Qigong classes: Mondays 10:00am- 12:00pm

Qigong classes are taught by Master Qigong Teacher Lyndalea Ruffner. All classes include Qigong breathing, self-massage, immune boosting techniques, meditation, and skills to assist you in becoming your own best healer. 11/4-12/16 (no class 11/11). Full term $60 res, $70 non res. $10 drop-in fee per class.

 

Move Well Yoga: Mondays and/or Wednesdays 8:30-9:30am

Move Well Yoga is a unique, slow paced class of gentle movements open to all levels, modifications offered, mostly floor poses and some standing. Wendy combines yoga and mobility development in a unique teaching style designed to move the body, increase range of motion, improve joint health and prevent injury. Bring a yoga mat and blocks. Drop ins welcome. Discounted rate at $6 a class when full term is paid in advance. Min 3, max 18. 11/4-12/4. No class 11/11. Full term $48 res, $58 non res. $10 drop in.

 

T’ai Chi (Taiji) Beginning: Thursdays, 1:30-2:30pm

Improve your balance! Increase your vitality. Strengthen your immune system! Stimulate your brain! Achieve strength and flexibility. Alleviate anxiety and depression. Relieve chronic pain and inflammation. Playing Taiji can offer all of this and more! This class will introduce you to the ancient Chinese 24-Movement Yang-Style Form. The movements are performed in a continuous sequence at slow speed—appropriate and beneficial for any age or physical shape. Min 6 Max 12. Taught by S.V. Miller. 9/19-11/21. Full term $95 res, $105 non res.

 

Walking Group: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8:30-9:30am

We have a very friendly group of morning walkers, who are at all levels, so you won’t be left behind. Join them at the Adult Community Center promptly at 8:30am. If raining, they will walk to Safeway and walk under the covering. No charge.

 

Aerobics Class: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00-11:00am

Enjoy aerobics by video with friends! What a great way to start your day! No charge.

 

 

Creative/Special Interest Activities

 

Crafting/Art

Knitting Group: Thursday @ 10:00am-12:00pm. Bring your knitting and/or crocheting and join in with a fun social group.

 

Open Painting: Fridays @ 10:00am-12:00pm. Bring your painting project and supplies and enjoy some social time while painting your works together. Instruction provided if desired.

 

Quilting for a cause: Every 1st and 3rd Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm

 

Craft Time: Check our newsletter for latest details on craft time. Cost $20 per craft.

 

Music

Band Jam: Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00pm. Bring your own instrument or come and sing along. Free to join or call Liz at 503-936-3415 with questions.

 

Uke Jam; "mele o nā kūpuna" - Tuesdays, 1:00-2:00pm. Bring your own ukulele and come ready for fun. No charge.

 

Writing, Reading and Discussion Groups

Writing group: Honoring Your Memories: Tuesdays @ 10:00am-12:00pm. Topics vary. It may be fiction or based on your own personal life experience. Writing about the past can be especially important for the future generations.

 

Book club: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 1:oo pm. Titles and descriptions listed inside this newsletter.

 

Games

CARD GAMES (no charge unless otherwise noted)

Bridge: Mondays @ 12:00-3:00 pm ($1 goes toward prizes)

Hand & Foot: Mondays @ 10:00-12:00pm

Pinochle: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays @ 12:30-3:00pm

Texas Hold ‘Em: Fridays @ 12:00pm ($5.00 buy-in)

Chinese Mah Jongg: Fridays @ 12:00pm

Mexican Train: Thursdays @ 1:00

 

Specific Populations

Table Tennis for Parkinsons: Every Tuesday 1:00-2:30pm. If you or a loved one has Parkinsons, please join us for Table Tennis. No cost to play and is a great way to get exercise and meet new friends.

Support Groups

Caregiver Support Group: Every 3rd Thursday of the month 1:30-2:30pm. We welcome you as a current or past caregiver to a place of peace. Come to hear and tell stories, relax, renew and enjoy time with other caregivers. Co-facilitated by Anne Moore and Lyn Ruffner. If your loved one is mobile and comfortable traveling, they are welcome to join us at the center. They will be attended in another area by Lyn during that hour.

Parkinsons Support Group: Every 2nd Thursday of the month 1:00-2:30pm. For you, a loved one or friend living with Parkinsons disease, join us for a support group to share, learn and connect with others navigating Parkinsons.

Alzheimer’s Support Group: Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month 1:00-2:30pm. Begins April 1st. A safe place for caregivers and loved ones of people with dementia to develop a support system, exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings/needs/concerns, and learn about community resources. Facilitated by Scott and Kate McKinzie.

Please see our current newsletter for upcoming events and bus trips!