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Come visit the Winter Haven Senior Adult Center for your senior programming needs. They have a new low-impact outdoor fitness area, shuffleboard courts, bingo, line dancing and many more activities/classes throughout the week. Keep scrolling down to see all the programming our recreation center has to offer.
Fitness Programs
Wellness with Isabel
A 60 minute low-impact total body workout that includes aerobic, strengthening, balance and flexibility modalities. It provides an intense workout that is easily modified for beginners.
- Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
- Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
- Fee: $1 Resident / $2 Non-resident
- Registration is required.
Strength and Cardio
A total body workout that includes aerobic, strengthening, balance, and flexibility modalities.
- Day: Mondays
- Time: 10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
- Fee: $1 Resident / $2 Non-resident
Low-Impact Exercise Class
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.
- Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Time: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
- Fee: Free
- Registration is required.
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga is designed for seniors and focuses on flexibility, strengthening, stress reduction and relaxation. Enjoy the benefits of yoga sitting in a chair rather than getting up and down from the floor.
- Days: Wednesdays and Fridays
- Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- Fee: Free
- Registration is required.
Tai Chi
Experience the gentle flowing movements of Tai Chi, and treat your whole body to a gentle and relaxing workout.
- Day: Wednesdays
- Time: 1:30 p.m.
- Fee: $4 Resident / $5 Non-resident
Music and Art Programs
Painting Bee Social
This self-guided program allows you to compare and learn techniques from other painters or just enjoy the company of others while you paint. Participants bring their own materials and use the media of their choice.
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: 1:00 p.m.
- Fee: Free
Mixed Media Painting
Learn to paint using oils, pastels and watercolors. Painters bring their own materials and work on their own projects. Come create your own masterpiece!
- Days: Mondays
- Time: 1:00 p.m.
- Fee: $10 Resident / $11 Non-resident
- Registration is required.
Quilting Bee
Individuals bring their own sewing machines and work on their projects. An experienced instructor provides assistance if needed.
- Days: Wednesday and Friday
- Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
- Fee: Free
Dance Programs
Beginning Line Dance Class
Learn line dances to country and pop songs. Participants often perform at local nursing homes and health expos. No partner required.
- Day: Thursdays
- Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
- Fee: $4 Resident / $5 Non-resident
- Registration is required.
Cards and Games Programs
Card Social
The card social provides a fun afternoon for different card games. A partner is not necessary to participate. Free to play.
- Bridge: Monday 1:00 p.m.
- Pinochle: Wednesday and Thursday 12:00 p.m.
- Hand and Foot: Wednesday 12:00 p.m.
- Mahjongg: Thursday 12:00 p.m.
- Domino: Friday 12:00 p.m.
Po-Ke-No
Po-Ke-No is a great mix between cards and bingo. All materials are provided and participants play for grocery items.
- Day: Friday
- Time: 10:45 a.m.
- Fee: Free
Bingo
Participants play for grocery items.
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
- Fee: $0.25 per card
Chess Club
The chess club welcomes players of all levels and those that are interested in learning the game or improving your skills. Members bring their own boards.
- Days: Wednesday and Friday
- Time: 1:30 p.m.
- Fee: Free
Miscellaneous Programs
AARP Defensive Driving Course
This class is designed to teach the current rules of the road and defensive driving techniques. Participants may be eligible for an insurance discount after course completion. Participants must attend both days for course completion. Call (863) 293-6685 to register today!
- Days: Last Monday and Tuesday of every month
- Time: 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
- Fee: $15 AARP Members, $20 Non-AARP members
- Registration is required.
Movie Matinee
Join us for free movies!
- Day: Tuesdays (except for the last Tues. of the month)
- Time: 12:30 p.m.
- Fee: Free
Winter Haven Shuffleboard Club
The shuffleboard club holds weekly shuffleboard games. This club also participates in state and district tournaments, turkey shoots and special events.
- Days: Wednesday and Friday
- Times: 1:00 p.m.
- Fee: $10 annually to join the club
Friends who Feast
Friends who Feast is a social group that dines at various restaurants throughout the Winter Haven area. Transportation is provided. Seating is limited, so call early to reserve your spot or you can meet us there. A transportation fee might be added pending location.
- Dates: August 23: Cracker Barrel September 27: Sizzlin’ Grill October 25:Olive Garden
- Time: Bus leaves the Center at 10:45 a.m.
- Fee: Participants pay for their own meals.
Fellowship Dining (served by MidFlorida Community Services)
Hot meals served each week day to persons 60 years of age or older. Participants must fill out proper paperwork and commit to eating at least 2 – 5 meals a week. Meals are provided and served by Polk Elderly Services.
- Days: Monday – Friday
- Times: 11:30 a.m.
- Fee: Donation
- Registration is required.