1. health and fitness
2. exercise

THIS IS YOUR TIME
The Y offers fitness programs for older adults like water exercise,
yoga and stretching classes. But, we know that older adults also
want a sense of community and to strengthen social ties.
ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
UPDATED ON: MARCH 30, 2015
STAFF CONTACTS
ACY - Chelsey Latimer Fitness Coordinator P 733.9622 E [email protected]
APY - Sue Grosenick Adult Program Coordinator P 954.7610 E [email protected]
FWY - Jennifer Ruis Health & Fitness Coordinator P 560.3407 E [email protected]
HVY - Paula Beyer Wellness Director P 830.5708 E [email protected]
NMY - Jean Wollerman Active Older Adults Director P 886.2152 E [email protected]
MSC - Barb Taylor Active Older Adults Assistant P 967.3530 E [email protected]
SENIOR FRIENDS
Open to the Winnebago County Community
SENIOR DONATION PASS – (55+) County Community Senior Donation Pass – (55+) Available at the
Neenah-Menasha YMCA and the Menasha Senior Center for social activities.
MENASHA SENIOR CENTER – (55+) Cards, coffee, computer usage, Large screen T.V., health screenings,
resource center, Wii, shuffleboard, dartball board, quilting, wireless internet, exercise classes ($10.50 and a
$21.00 punch card to include Zumba Gold, Gentle Stretch, Silver Sneaker Classic, F.A.B.S. (linedancing
classes), art classes, computer classes, Dial a Ride tickets, speakers, bus trips, friends and fellowship, special
events, Advocap meal site.
SENIOR PROGRAM PASS (60+) - Available at the Neenah-Menasha YMCA only. Winnebago County
Residents only. Calumet County if you are paying City of Menasha taxes. Must show proof of residency.
$21.00 per month + $50 registration deposit for new participants. Monday-Friday (Times may vary for each
activity.) YMCA Solarium – Senior Social area for coffee and treats, Cribbage/Cards, Game tables, Speakers,
luncheons, Blood Pressure Screening, “Y-Not” Singers, Knitting Club and Book Club, Wireless internet and
Special Events.
YMCA SENIOR MEMBER OR INSURANCE BASED MEMBERSHIPS (65+)
Includes membership to YMCA and also Senior Friends Program. Inquire within the YMCA for Adult, Family,
Membership Rates. Monthly and yearly memberships available.
SENIOR PROGRAM PASS SCHEDULE:
MONDAY
Coffee, treats, cards, fellowship - Solarium - 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Strength Training Center/Aerobic Training Ctr. – 6:30 AM-NOON
Use of the walking/running track/gyms/racquetball courts – 6:30 AM-NOON
Silver Sneakers Classic - 9:00-9:45 AM - (Upper Gym)
Lap Swimming - 6:30 AM-NOON
Water Exercise - 10:00-10:30 AM (Yard Pool)
Water Exercise - 10:35-11:05 AM (Yard Pool)
Gentle Stretch - 10:00-10:45 AM (Keller Room)
Knitting Club - NOON to 2:00 PM – Riverside Room
Spring Session: April 13-June 1, 2015
This is a working document and is subject to change.
No classes April 5 – Easter and May 25 – Memorial Day
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TUESDAY
Cards & fellowship - Solarium - 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Lap Swimming – 6:30 AM-NOON
Strength Training Center/Aerobic Training Ctr. - 6:30 AM-NOON
Use of the walking/running track/gyms/racquetball courts – 6:30 AM-NOON
Cardio Gold - 9:00-9:45 AM (Upper Gym)
Water Exercise - 11:00-11:45 AM (Yard Pool)
WEDNESDAY
Coffee, treats, cards, fellowship - Solarium - 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Strength Training Center/Aerobic Training Ctr. – 6:30 AM-NOON
Use of the walking/running track/gyms/racquetball courts – 6:30 AM-NOON
Lap Swimming – 6:30 AM-NOON
Zumba Gold - 9:00-9:45 AM - (Upper Gym)
Water Exercise - 10:00-10:30 AM (Yard Pool)
Water Exercise - 10:35-11:05 AM (Yard Pool)
Gentle Stretch – 10:00-10:45 AM (Keller Room)
THURSDAY
Cards & fellowship - Solarium - 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Lap Swimming – 6:30 AM-NOON
Strength Training Center/Aerobic Training Ctr. - 6:30 AM-NOON
Use of the walking/running track/gyms/racquetball courts – 6:30 AM-NOON
Cardio Gold - 9:00-9:45 AM (Upper Gym)
Water Exercise - 11:00-11:45 AM (Yard Pool)
FRIDAY
Coffee, treats, cards, fellowship - Solarium - 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Strength Center/Aerobic Training Ctr. – 6:30 AM-NOON
Use of the walking/running track/gyms/racquetball courts – 6:30 AM-NOON
Lap Swimming – 6:30 AM - NOON
Silver Sneakers Classic - 9:00-9:45 AM - (Upper Gym)
Y Nots Chorus Practice - 9:00-11:00 AM (Plexus Room)
Water Exercise - 9:00-9:45 AM (Yard Pool)
Water Exercise - 11:15-11:45 AM (Yard Pool)
Other YMCA Exercise Classes: Non-Member Rates apply for these classes with Senior Program Pass.
Additional opportunities for Senior Program Pass participants and are held during the hours of the
Senior Friends Program. Inquire at the Member Service Desk for fees and times.
Strength & Resistance
Pilates
H2O Exercise
Power Yoga
Personal Training
Deep Water Workout
H2O Challenge
H20 Strength & Stretch
Joint Efforts Water Arthritic Class
More in Program Brochure
Riverside Cafe - Open 8:00 AM-1:00 PM. Breakfast, lunch, snack items, hot & cold beverages and fresh fruit.
Spring Session: April 13-June 1, 2015
This is a working document and is subject to change.
No classes April 5 – Easter and May 25 – Memorial Day
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THOMPSON COMMUNITY CENTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND OLDER ADULTS
MUSIC, HEALTH/WELLNESS, COMPUTER, LANGUAGES, TRIPS
The Thompson Community Center at 820 W. College Avenue in Appleton is committed to enhancing the
quality of life of adults and their families through a network of activities and services that focuses on
improving emotional, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual wellness. The center serves baby boomers,
older adults and their families. Programming and services there are many and varied. TCC is funded by fees
for programs and services as well as by gifts and grants. Unlike many other community centers and senior
centers, it receives no government funding or subsidies. Most classes have a 7 week session duration and are
open to ages 18+ unless noted otherwise. In summer, there can be one 10-week session two 5-week
sessions. The monthly “TCC Bridge” contains information about all programs and services.
The Adult Department of the Appleton YMCA branch offers the following fee-based classes at the Center.
Registration for all classes can be done through any branch of the Y as well as at the front desk of TCC. If
there are class changes and you haven’t registered, the Y has no way to contact you to inform you of the
change. Advance registration for all classes is appreciated.
STRENGTH AND RESISTANCE (APY/TCC)
Learn the basics of strength training using multiple tools (free weights, small weighted balls, exercise bands)
and your own body weight. Participants can work from a seated position or standing based on their own
ability level. Everyone can benefit from strength training. Reduce body fat and improve bone density.
Exercises are adaptable to all fitness levels.
BALANCE AND FLEXIBILITY (APY/TCC)
Improve balance, flexibility and core strength. This class and regular practice helps to prevent falls. Perform
simple exercises seated, standing and walking which will move you into a better physical state. Class
participants notice increased stability and progressively improved balance. The class is geared to older
adults with balance concerns, however, all fitness levels will benefit from this practice.
TAI CHI THERAPY (APY/TCC)
Note for Summer: During the summer, T’ai Chi “open practice” is held in Pierce Park in Appleton. There is
no class per se at TCC. N In Students practice relaxation techniques, develop body and space awareness
and learn to focus. As class progresses, practitioners learn a “form”, moving from one position or posture to
the next very slowly. As one learns this graceful exercise, one develops improved breathing, core and limb
strength, improved balance (mental as well as physical) and the ability to relax. Learning and practicing Tai
Chi is recommended by many physicians and the Mayo Clinic.
JOYFUL QI GONG (APY/TCC)
Enjoy a gentle yet effective workout where students concentrate and focus, breathe and move. In this class
Qi Gong is practiced with simple movements and a light-hearted approach; movements are freer than
following a prescribed movement series such as in Tai Chi. Practitioners experience greater awareness,
calm, relaxation, improved coordination and range of motion, and experience more overall balance for all
aspects of their lives. Qi Gong can be learned and practiced by people of all ages and most physical
conditions.
YOGA/CHAIR YOGA (APY/TCC)
This gently-paced yoga class is designed for anyone who would like to take yoga as well as for those may
have mobility challenges. Yoga poses are modified so if you cannot stand, you can do a version of the pose.
If you cannot get down to the floor, you can do a version of the pose. With instructor guidance, participants
can do versions of twists, hip stretches, forward and backward movements. Poses can be adapted to all
fitness levels. In general, yoga practice over time conditions muscles and joints to become more elastic,
increases balance, strength, flexibility and range of movement. Participants learn to focus and improve
breathing techniques as well.
ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES AND PRIVATE COMPUTER INSTRUCTION (APY/TCC)
Spring Session: April 13-June 1, 2015
This is a working document and is subject to change.
No classes April 5 – Easter and May 25 – Memorial Day
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Details of all instruction offered are located in the Education and Leadership Section of the Program
Descriptions as well as on a tri-fold publication available at the Appleton Y and at TCC. Classes include:
Computer 101; Computer 201; Windows 8 From Square One; FaceBook; iPad Basics; Digital Photo
Transfer; Online Photo Management Using Picasa.
Private instruction is available on most topics as well as Microsoft Office, iPad; Tablets and smartphones.
At the Appleton branch, there are regularly scheduled help sessions for smart phone users and tablets.
SPANISH LANGUAGE - ADULT CLASS - LEVEL 1 (APY/TCC)
Have fun learning Spanish! This class is an introduction to basic Spanish for adult beginners. Learn to
speak and understand small amounts of general and basic Spanish found in most routine interchanges in
daily life. Students will participate actively during class to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing
skills. Students learn vocabulary through experiential and topical lessons. Motivated students learn culture
from different Spanish-speaking countries. Minimal amounts of English are used in this class. 14 week class
in Fall; 21 weeks in Winter/Spring; 10 weeks during the summer. 60-minute class. Students may join the
program mid-session at the discretion of the teacher.
SPANISH LANGUAGE - ADULT CLASS – ADVANCED (APY/TCC)
Enjoy improving your skill level with Spanish! This language class will review first level material, and then
continue building language ability with use and application at the next level. Format will be similar to the
beginning class. Develop your ability to build bridges with Latinos as you learn some language and some
culture and strengthen our community. Minimal amounts of English are used in this class. Motivated
students may join the class mid-session at the discretion of the instructor. 14 week class in Fall; 21 weeks in
Winter/Spring; 10 weeks during the summer. 90-minute class.
PRIVATE ADULT PIANO LESSONS (APY/TCC)
Develop new neural pathways and add life to your years by learning or continuing to increase your skill level
at the piano. 30-minute piano lessons on Monday mornings for all levels of students. New students learn
notes, rhythms, chords and basic theory application as a beginner. Or continue to improve your skill as a
player. Several time slots between 8:45 and Noon are scheduled. Contact the Appleton Y Adult department
920.954.7610 to arrange your lesson time.
Class name
TCC Balance &
Flexibility
TCC Strength &
Resistance
YMCA
TCC
TCC
TCC Tai Chi Therapy
TCC
TCC Joyful Qi Gong
TCC
TCC Yoga/Chair Yoga
TCC
TCC Yoga/Chair Yoga
TCC
TCC Yoga/Chair Yoga
TCC
TCC Spanish
Beginning - 21-weeks
TCC Advanced
Spanish - 21-weeks
TCC Piano Lessons –
Private 30 minutes
TCC
TCC
TCC
Age
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
18 years
older
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Day
Start
End
Y
Member
General Public
TR
9:30 AM
10:15 AM
$49
$49
TR
8:35 AM
9:20 AM
$49
$49
R
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
$28
$28
F
12:15 PM
1:15 PM
$38
$38
M
11:00 AM
NOON
$35
$35
W
11:00 AM
NOON
$35
$35
F
10:30 AM
11:30 AM
$35
$35
W
5:30 PM
6:30 PM
$117
$117
W
4:00 PM
5:30 PM
$175
$175
M
Schedule
through
the APY
Adult Dept
$126
$126
ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES schedule and information is in the Education & Leadership section.
PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS for Adults schedule and information is in the Music section.
Spring Session: April 13-June 1, 2015
This is a working document and is subject to change.
No classes April 5 – Easter and May 25 – Memorial Day
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YMCA ADULT BUS TRIPS (ACY/APY/FWY/HVY/NMY)
Trips are arranged by the Appleton YMCA Adult Department for all Y Members as well as the General Public.
Complete information on 2015 trips will be available in the bus trip booklet published late March/early April.
As trips are developed and opened for registration, you will find them on the YMCA of the Fox Cities website
at www.ymcafoxcities.org. When searching. the department is Education and Leadership, the subdepartment is bus trip.
BUS TRIP INFORMATION in general is in the Education & Leadership Section/Adult Enrichment and on
fliers in Y facility lobbies. The San Antonio Texas 9-day trip in April is wait-listed as of this publication time,
however, you can add your name to the waiting list at no cost. If space becomes available, you will be
notified. The Bus Trip Booklet for 2015 will be available late winter/on the YMCA website as well as in YMCA
branch lobbies. In the meantime, watch for fliers, newspapers announcements and YMCA display screens for
information. Contact the Adult Department at the Appleton YMCA for updated information.
AOA FRIENDLY SOCIAL/BALLROOM DANCE, CONTRACT BRIDGE, CLASSIC AND MODERN BELLY
DANCE are offered at the Appleton YMCA. Information about these classes can be found in the Dance
section and the Educational and Leadership section/Adult Enrichment of this program guide.
Also see AOA Friendly Health and Fitness classes, Land and Water, in those sections of the
program guide.
Spring Session: April 13-June 1, 2015
This is a working document and is subject to change.
No classes April 5 – Easter and May 25 – Memorial Day
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