Senior Lifestyles
Winter Registration Dates
MAIL-IN REGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY, DECEMBER 5TH
WALK-IN REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13TH
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Armonk – 273-2944 North White Plains – 946-3244
WALKING WITH SENIORS
By Liz Thomas
Join other Seniors for a weekly exercise walk. Walk at your own pace and enjoy the company of other Seniors. Benches are available along the walkways for rest periods if needed. Dress appropriately and wear sturdy walking shoes. Program #235905 A or B.
Date: “A” Every Monday year-round, weather permitting.
Time: 10:00 – 11:00am
Where: Meet in front of the Hergenhan Recreation Center
Fee: Free, but registration is required
Date: “B” Every Friday, year-round; if weather is
inclement we will walk in the NCCC gym.
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Meet in front of the No. Castle Community Center
Fee: Free, but registration is required
HOT TOPICS IN THE NEWS
By Vincent Bonelli, Ph.D., Fordham University
Join us for lively discussions about today’s news headlines! Gain awareness of the news while analyzing the past. Learn to separate opinion from fact, to problem solve, reason and reach insights based on current events and topics. Program #235903A.
Date: Mondays 2/27, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 (dates subject to change)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Hergenhan Recreation Center
Fee: $34 for 4 sessions
GETTING YOUR ROSES READY FOR SPRING
By Ken Molinari, Rosarian, The New York Botanical Garden
It’s not too early to think about tending to the roses in your garden. This class, designed for the novice and more experienced gardener, will help take the mystery out of when to prune all types of garden roses. Proper pruning techniques to encourage repeat blooms will be demonstrated as we examine climbers, old garden roses, David Austin’s, hybrid teas and floribundas. Program #235903C.
Date: Tuesday 3/20
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Hergenhan Recreation Center
Fee: $12
SENIOR EXERCISE
By Peggy Raiskums, ACE – Certified Personal Trainer
Especially designed with Seniors in mind, this class uses a combination of exercises for a total body workout using both seated and standing exercises to increase muscle strength while improving bone density and increasing flexibility and joint mobility. Other benefits include improved endurance, posture and balance. Program #235904 A or B.
Date: “A” Wednesdays 2/1, 2/8, 2/15
Time: 11:00 – 11:45am
Where: Hergenhan Recreation Center
Date: “B” Wednesdays 2/29, 3/7, 3/14
Time: 10:30 – 11:15am
Where: NCCC Gym
Fee: $27 for all 6 sessions or $5 per class
MODIFIED BOOT CAMP FOR SENIORS
By Xtra Effort Training
Our Senior Boot Camp program is one of the few available that is addressing the problems that inactivity causes as we age. A series of stretching, strength and balance exercises utilizing body weight resistance and circuit training will start you on the road to a healthier you. The challenge and motivation that Boot Camp gives has brought new life and levels of health to everyone who participates. The support of our trainers and the fellow Boot Campers gives our seniors the motivation to make these life saving changes. Program #224793A or 214795A.
Date: Begins Thursday 1/5
Time: “224793A” 9:00 – 10:00am
Where: Xtra Effort Training
130 Business Park Drive, Armonk
Date: Begins Wednesday 1/4
Time: “214795A“ 11:00am – 12:00pm
Where: NCCC Gym, No. White Plains
Fee: Resident $125 for 8 sessions
Non-Resident $138 for 8 sessions
ARTHRITIS EXERCISE FOR SENIORS
By Valerie Finley, Personal Trainer and
Neil Chernick, Physical Therapist from
Access Physical Therapy & Wellness
By using gentle movements, specifically designed to target the pain and discomfort of arthritis, participants will notice increased joint flexibility, reduced stiffness and increased range of motion and muscular strength. Program #235904C.
Date: Tuesdays 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/6, 3/13
Time: 12:45 – 1:30pm
Where: Hergenhan Recreation Center
Fee: $27 for 6 sessions or $5 per class
The Senior Activities Programs listed are available for all North Castle residents, age 60 and older. In addition, all resident seniors may register for most Adult programs at a 20% discount. To register call 273-2944.
SENIORS DROP-IN CENTERS
Hergenhan Recreation Center, Armonk
Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00am – 3:00pm
North Castle Community Center, No. White Plains
Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:00am – 3:00pm
Our senior drop-in centers offer fellowship, companionship and activities for senior residents age 60 and older. Activities include ceramics, yoga, book club, arts and crafts, bingo, cards, films, clay, computers, knitting, music, walking, guest speakers, trips and parties.
Senior Transportation is available four days a week to transport seniors to our drop-in centers. Local shopping is available on Thursdays from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Please call 273-2944 or 438-5629 for information.
