Ongoing Activities at the Shepherd’s Center - Check calendar for dates and time.

 

Book Club – Meets the third Thursday of the month.  Please call ahead to get information.

Veteran’s Fellowship – Meets the 2nd Friday of the month.

Movie Matinee –1st Friday is a classic movie and the last Friday is a more current movie. Free popcorn.

Free Inquiry Discussion – Meets every Thursday from 4pm – 5:30 pm.  Call for topics or check the flyer posted at the center.

Knitting and Crocheting – Meets every Tuesday from 1 – 3 pm.

Art Studio – Meets from 10-12 noon at Polo Park Recreation Center.

Scrapbooking – Meets the second Friday and Saturday of the month.  Pre-registration is required.

Bridge – We have numerous opportunities for bridge, please call Teresa for more information about joining one or more of these groups.

Fellowship Group – Meets on Wednesdays from 2-4 pm.  Come join the fun and meet new friends.

Computer Classes – ABC (Basic), Intermediate, E-mail and Advanced.  Call Teresa for dates and times and to register.

NEW! GAMES – 1st and 3rd Saturday from 3-5pm.  Join the fun and exciting new group.

Drop-In Activities: Piano, Computer Access, Puzzles and Games, and Social Area/ Reading Corner.

Trips - Barter Theatre in Abington, VA September 18th Cost: $89; Smokey Mountain Train Ride October 18th Cost: $115; Lancaster Show Trip & the Dutch Country December 8–11 (Mon – Thurs) Cost: $375.  Seats fill up fast so call and reserve your spot today.

Volunteers Needed – Call Teresa if you have an interest in volunteering.

Text Box: Try any class for the first time FREE. All classes are for adults 50 and over. Call Teresa at the Shepherd’s Center for more information about these classes or to register.
Text Box: Pilates Wednesday from 10 am – 11:00 am At the Shepherd’s Center 8 classes (1 session) cost $32 for members and $40 for nonmembers Pilates teaches balance and control of the body and brings with it numerous benefits: v Developing a better range of motion in our joints and spine v Improve posture and alignment v Strengthen deep stabilizing muscles around the spine v Work on balance and flexibility to prevent injury v Reduce lower back stress
 

Qigong (Chi-Kung)

 

Tuesdays from 12 Noon – 1 pm

At the Shepherd’s Center

Sessions last 8 weeks and cost $32 for members and $40 for nonmembers

 

Chi Kung blends simple breath work, self-massage, easy meditation and gentle movement in a holistic system of healing exercise that dates back to earliest recorded times.

Similar to yoga and the parent of Tai Chi, Chi Kung is easy to do, with no special place or equipment needed. Because it is flexible, the exercises can be easily modified for those with limited movement ability, even those who are disabled and confined to a wheel chair or bed.

 

Regular Chi Kung practice helps:

 

v     Reduce stress

v     Increase flexibility

v     Improve balance and stamina

v     Improve overall sense of wellbeing

v     Improve digestion

v     Increase immune function

 

 
 
Text Box: Warm Water Exercise Monday & Wednesday from 11 – Noon and Thursday from 11:15 – 12:15 pm held at Arbor Acres. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-2 pm held at Salemtowne Retirement Community 8 classes (1 session) $22 members and $30 nonmembers. The benefits of warm water exercise include: v Improved balance (less likely to fall) v Strengthening and toning muscles v Easy on joints and can help with joint pain v Can help with arthritis pain v Good for ALL fitness levels v FUN!!


Body Recall

with Susan Meny

 

Use a chair as an exercise device! Through a series of movements that gradually increase in challenge over the course of several weeks, movements that were once thought lost become “recalled”.  Functional moves are emphasized to maintain the free range of motion that spells “quality of life”.  This program has an educational component not found in other forms of exercise.  Books may be purchased or borrowed at your discretion.

 

Sign up today!  Call 748-0217
 

Tai Chi to Improve Balance

and Reduce Falls

 

Mondays 7PM & Wednesday 12 Noon at the Shepherd’s Center or Thursdays

 12:30 PM at First Baptist Church

 

‚$32 for members and $40 for nonmembers for 8 classes.  Come once a week or attend 2 or 3 classes a week.  Every class uses the same basic curriculum and is basic enough for a beginner to join at any time.

 

ƒResearch indicates that falls are a significant cause of injuries in seniors.  Scientific research indicates Tai Chi may help reduce falls in seniors.  Tai Chi is a fun, gentle and weight bearing exercise that may help improve endurance, strength and flexibility.

 

‚Classes are 1 hour in length and appropriate for most fitness levels.

 

What to wear:  Loose comfortable clothes and shoes appropriate for walking.

 

NOT SURE if this is the right class for you?  Try the first class for FREE.  New students can start at any time.

 

Registration required:  To register, call the Shepherd’s Center at 748-0217.  All payments are made through the Shepherd’s Center.