Debbie Battista, PPRP
    Recreation Superintendent
    Chain O' Lakes Complex
   

Audrey McIntosh
    Recreation Supervisor II
    Winter Haven Senior Adult Center
   
 

The Winter Haven Senior Adult Center, at Third Street Northwest and Lake Silver Drive, plays host to a wide variety of recreational programs and activities for those 50 and older. Musical entertainment, holiday parties, special interest speakers, classes, Nintendo Wii activities, social groups and shuffleboard are only a small sampling of what is available. Computers are also available for residents' use. The facility also has 24 shuffleboard courts and a large auditorium-style hall available for rentals.

Monday through Friday

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Closed on holidays as observed by the City.

Beginner Line Dance Class

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 1:30 p.m.
Age: 50 years old and up
Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh
Contact Number: (863) 291-5870
Fee: $2
Registration: No registration required.

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Age: 50 years old and up
Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh
Contact Number: (863) 291-5870
Fee: $2
Registration: No registration required.

Days and Times: Tuesday, 7:30-9 p.m.

Age: 50 years old and up

Senior Fit

Sponsored by: Universal Health Care Inc.

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:45 a.m.
Age: 50 years old and up
Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh
Contact Number: (863) 291-5870
Fee: FREE
Registration: No registration required.

The VitaLife group exercise class is a one-hour, low-impact total body workout. The class is designed for active adults, incorporates aerobic, strength, balance and flexibility modalitoes; and is sponsored by Universal Health Care Inc.

Low Impact Aerobics

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30 a.m.
Age: 50 years old and up
Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh
Contact Number: (863) 291-5870
Fee: FREE
Registration: No registration required.

This low-impact aerobic exercise class uses the Richard Simmon’s Silver Fox video tape, which is played on a large screen television. This is an excellent workout for all fitness levels.

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Wednesday, 12:45-3:30 p.m.
Age: 50 years old and up
Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh
Contact Number: (863) 291-5870
Fee: FREE
Registration: No registration required.

The card social provides a fun afternoon for bridge and pinochle players.  It is open to everyone ages 50 and up.  A partner is not necessary to participate.

Quilting Bee

Session Dates: Ongoing

Days and Times: Wednesday and Friday, 1-3 p.m.

Age: 50 years old and up

Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh

Contact Number: (863) 291-5870

Fee: $5 per class, or $15 for four weeks.

Registration: No registration required

Bring your sewing machine and enjoy the company of others as you work on your individual projects.  Tom Kohl, quilting instructor, offers assistance as needed.

Shuffleboard Club

Session Dates: April - June

Days and Times: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.

Age: 50 years old and up

Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh

Contact Number (863) 291-5870

Fee: $10 per year

The shuffleboard club holds weekly shuffleboard games.  This club also participates in state and district tournaments, turkey shoots and special events during the winter months.

Painting Bee

Session Dates: Ongoing

Days and Times: Wednesday, 1 p.m.

Age: 50 years old and up

Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh

Contact Number: (863) 291-5870

Fee: Free

Registration: No registration required

Join fellow painters every Wednesday for a painting bee.  This self-guided program allows you to compare and learn techniques from others or just enjoy the company of others while you paint.

Mixed Media Painting

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Alternate Monday or Thursday, 9 a.m.
Instructor Name: Darlene Melius
Contact Name: Audrey McIntosh
Contact Number: (863) 291-5870
Fee: Resident $10, Non-Resident $11

Join accomplished artists and novice alike to learn painting skills using oils, watercolors and pastels. If you already know how to paint, join us for expert advice, suggestions and critiquing.