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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Senior Center Programs - Yoga Barre Fusion Ledyard Senior Center Classes & ActivitiesGeneral Information:Fee: $50 for a 10-week session, unless otherwise noted.Registration: Pre-registration is required for all sessions; we do not accept drop-ins.Location: All classes and activities take place at the Ledyard Senior Center unless otherwise specified.---AQUACISEDescription: Engage in low-impact exercise in the pool, offering resistance for muscle strength without stress on the joints. Day/Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 - 10:45 AM (8 times/month) Fee: $65 Location: Vitale Aquatics & Tennis, 14 Iron Street, Ledyard---YOGADescription: Suitable for all levels, this class focuses on breathing, stretching, strength, and balance. Modifications available for all abilities. Yoga may help with recovery, anxiety, and depression.Day/Time: - Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM (10 weeks) - Fridays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM (10 weeks) Fee: $50 Instructor: Annie Chapman ---CHAIR YOGADescription: Accessible yoga practice using a chair for support, providing the benefits of yoga including stretching, breathing exercises, and relaxation. Day/Time: Fridays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM (10 weeks) Fee: $50Instructor: Anne Nelson ---YOGA BARRE FUSIONDescription: This class merges yoga and Barre for a workout that enhances strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. A yoga mat is recommended. Day/Time: Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM (10 weeks) Fee: $50 Instructor: Rhonda Spaziani ---TAI CHIDescription: Improve balance, reduce tension, and enhance breathing with Tai Chi, suitable for all levels. Day/Time: Fridays, 12:00 - 1:00 PM (10 weeks) Fee: $50 Instructor: Alex Culligan ---SILVER SNEAKERS FLEXDescription: Strength training to improve functional daily movements, including balance and coordination. Day/Time: - Tuesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM (10 weeks)Fee: Offered through many insurance plans or arrange direct payment with the instructor. Instructor: Robin Loy ---JOGGIN' YOUR NOGGINDescription: Engage in mentally stimulating activities like brain teasers, trivia, and more! Day/Time: Thursdays, 1:00 PM Fee: Free ---CRAFTAHOLICS ANONYMOUSDescription: Bring your craft supplies and current projects to socialize and create together. Day/Time: Every other Friday, 9:00 AM Fee: Free ---CRIBBAGEDay/Time: Daily, 9:00 AM Fee: Free ---QUILTINGDay/Time: Mondays, 9:30 AM Fee: Free ---OPEN BRIDGEDay/Time: Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00 AM Fee: Free ---CHORUSDay/Time: Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 AM Fee: Free ---BINGODay/Time: Wednesdays After Lunch, 12:30 - 1:30 PM Fee: $2 per card ---PINOCHLEDay/Time: Thursdays, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Fee: Free ---MAH JONG FOR BEGINNERSDay/Time: Tuesdays, 10am-12pm Beginning September 8th4 weeks---MAH JONG OPEN PLAYDay/Time: Thursdays, 10am-12pm Beginning September 10th4 weeks---LEDYARD LOOPERSDescription: For all levels, from beginners wanting to learn to knit or crochet to advanced crafters looking to socialize. Day/Time: Varies; check the Ledyard Loopers Facebook page for updates. Fee: Free
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Gales Ferry Community Center
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Yoga - Yoga and Meditation with Leslie YOGA- WITH BRONYWNEach class is comprised of a unique yoga routine made up of classic yogic poses, asanas, that balance strengthening, stretching, and relaxation. The practice is designed to enhance mental and physical health through attentiveness and ease during activity and rest. No prior experience will be required as a number of options are always offered for each pose. The class is constructed to simultaneously appeal to wide range of experience levels, but with each student receiving tailored attention as needed. A yoga mat and clothing that provides free movement is suggested to enjoy the classes.YOGA AND MEDITATION - WITH LESLIEThis gentle, slow-flow yoga class will ease you into a potpourri of postures that will allow you to stretch, strengthen and relax your entire body, all while practicing various mindful, yoga breathing techniques. A short guided meditation will end each session. All levels of experience are welcome! Please bring a mat and blanket to class. Instructed by Leslie Woods
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Gales Ferry Community Center
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Longsword 101 - Longsword 101 Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) is the study and recreation of medieval fighting systems from surviving books and manuscripts. This class will enable you to execute historical Longsword techniques with confidence and begin your journey within the historical fencing community. The first half of class is dedicated to learning and practicing new techniques, while the second half of class is for “open floor space.” Open floor space is an opportunity to make this experience your own! Solo or with a partner, practice techniques you have learned, delve deeper into source material with treatises and books, or fence with other class members and friends. If you ever wanted to swing a sword, this inclusive HEMA class has something for everyone. Loaner equipment is available. No equipment is required to start this class. Contact instructor, Luke Marra, with any questions at Thamesriverhistoricalfencing@gmail.comAGES: 16 and upDAY: Thursdays, 13 weeksTIME: 6:30 – 8:30 FEE: $130 LOCATION: Gallup Hill School INSTRUCTOR: Lucas Marra
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Gallup Hill School - Gymnasium
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