This Week at The Wallace Center

Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body.

This class combines all of your favorite aspects of fitness and puts them together into one solid workout! It is a combination of low-impact cardio, strength, core and flexibility with a variety of activities to improve your cardiovascular health, muscular strength and endurance. It's the best of both worlds! This class can be done seated or standing.

Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body.

Empower your spirit with Belly Dance. Belly Dancing Fun builds confidence, core body awareness, improves posture, increases flexibility, body strength and stamina all with a safe, whole body workout while having fun dancing! Start classes with stretches, Belly Dance techniques and fun choreographies will lift spirits and confidence with great fun. Loaner Hip scarves enhance our moves and fun. Class can be taken seated or standing and gentlemen are welcome. With over 45 years of experience, Aszmara is a renowned performer and teacher known for her mastery and expressive, emotionally-driven dance style. A pioneer in blending Middle Eastern and world dance influences, she's known for her musicality and dynamic stage presence, making her one of the most respected names in belly dance. 11:30am-12:15pm FRIDAY’S March 20 March 27 April 10 April 17 To register call 203-862-6721 or visit myactivecenter.com

Come dance and sing with me! It's a fun, great way to stay fit! By doing choreographed dances, you also work memory, balance and cardio while having a blast! What better way is there to exercise!

Start your fitness week off right with a little bit of everything in exercise! In this class, we combine some low-impact cardio moves, weights, leg work for balance and stability and very important core work! This class can be done seated or standing.

Join Megan for meditation class, where we check in with each other and then settle into stillness to check in with ourselves. Meditation aims to cultivate mental clarity, emotional resilience and lightheartedness. All are welcome!

This weekly class is formatted for those who have or are at risk of osteopenia or osteoporosis and will focus on giving you better bones and body awareness. Exercises will center on improving strength, bone density, posture and balance via weight bearing exercises, including impact loading and resistance training. We will learn how to move safely with Osteo, what to avoid doing as well as how to properly do your everyday movements. Join and start stepping in the right direction!

Come dance and sing with me! It's a fun, great way to stay fit! By doing choreographed dances, you also work memory, balance and cardio while having a blast! What better way is there to exercise!

This weekly class is formatted for those who have or are at risk of osteopenia or osteoporosis and will focus on giving you better bones and body awareness. Exercises will center on improving strength, bone density, posture and balance via weight bearing exercises, including impact loading and resistance training. We will learn how to move safely with Osteo, what to avoid doing as well as how to properly do your everyday movements. Join and start stepping in the right direction!

Come dance and sing with me! It's a fun, great way to stay fit! By doing choreographed dances, you also work memory, balance and cardio while having a blast! What better way is there to exercise!

Join Kirsti for meditation class, where we check in with each other and then settle into stillness to check in with ourselves. Meditation aims to cultivate mental clarity, emotional resilience and lightheartedness. All are welcome!

Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body.

Arthritis Mobility Exercise Class works all of the body's joint groups. This helps to keep you mobile and maintain as much range of motion as possible in your body. With continued practice, levels of joint pain can also be reduced. www.zoom.us Meeting ID3032051305

Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body.

Customized classes to meet your needs. In class you will work connective tissue and joints to create space and strengthen muscles and bones to help with balance. You will connect your breath to your body, mind and soul. Please have a mat, strap or scarf, two blocks or pillows and anything to keep you comfortable on the floor. www.zoom.us Meeting ID 3032051305

Arthritis Mobility Exercise Class works all of the body's joint groups. This helps to keep you mobile and maintain as much range of motion as possible in your body. With continued practice, levels of joint pain can also be reduced. www.zoom.us Meeting ID3032051305

Exercise classes can be categorized into two experiences - mindless and mindful. This class takes a different path - seamlessly integrating physical training with cognitive exercises. You'll enjoy the benefits of cardio and resistance exercises while also stimulating your brain to improve balance, boost memory, enhance reaction speed, and increase agility.

Join us, rain or shine, for the GREATS annual Lobster Fest at Greenwich Point Park - Clambake Area! Enjoy Steamed Maine Lobster, Hot dogs, Hamburgers, Grilled Chicken, Corn on the Cob, Potato Salad Cole Slaw, Watermelon and soft drinks! Food is served at 12pm and not guaranteed for late arrivals. $40 check made out to the GREATS is the only form of payment accepted. All attendees will be entered into a raffle! There will be a separate raffle 50/50 raffle. In-person registration required for this event between August 3rd-August 14th and September 8th-September 10th.

Balance training involves doing exercises to strengthen the muscles that help keep you upright, including your legs and core. Practicing single leg stances while doing a bicep curl or circling your arms while standing on a pretend balance beam will challenge your mind and body. These kinds of exercises can improve strength, range of motion, stability and posture, which ultimately will help prevent falls. Class held at Senior Center and via ZOOM. www.zoom.us Meeting ID 3032051305

Are an avid Mahjong player? If so, this group is for you!

This class is formatted the same as Walk The Distance with Weights except the location is at Cos Cob Park, and instead of working with weights, we work on our Balance the last 20 minutes of class. Again the view is spectacular overlooking the Cos Cob Harbor from the Pavilion.

Yoga builds strength and flexibility, as well as improving balance. Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing while using the chair for support. It helps improve flexibility, increase strength and reduce stress and joint strain. All poses are done either in the chair or standing next to the chair for support. This class is suitable for all fitness levels.

Join us for Donuts and Jokes by enjoying your favorite delights and good company! The price of admission? One joke or riddle! Laughter is the best medicine! Join us for donuts, coffee, and lots of laughter as you share your favorite clean jokes, clever riddles, or short humorous stories. Come ready to laugh and connect with others in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Donuts and coffee will be served.

Texting is one of the easiest ways to stay in touch with loved ones. In this class you will learn how to send and reply to messages, share photos, use emojis, create group texts, and even send voice messages. Whether you are new to texting or want to feel more comfortable using your phone, you will gain practical skills that make everyday communication simple and enjoyable. As part of the Tech for Everyday Life Series with Andrew Wind, this class is designed to help you personalize your phone so it better fits your needs and preferences.

Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body.

Buff Bones is a Pilates-based workout developed by bone health specialist Rebekah Rotstein following her osteoporosis diagnosis at age 28. She developed the method to protect bones, increase strength and tackle osteoporosis by strengthening bodies. The program combines standing and mat work to support bone and joint health through safe, full-body movements. Buff Bones helps improve posture, build strength, enhance balance, and reduce fracture risk, making it an effective system for all levels. Registration is required. www.zoom.us Meeting ID 3032051305

Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body.

THIS IS AN IN PERSON CLASS!! During this session, you'll learn how to log in, navigate the platform, and access everything you need to register for classes. You'll also learn how to join and attend virtual and hybrid classes. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to go through the login process together in person and receive hands-on assistance. Join Andrew Wind as he walks you through the process and helps ensure each virtual class experience is successful. This is an IN-PERSON class. If you are able, please bring the device you use to access your email and myactivecenter account.

A Live Magic Show & Lunch Celebrating Senior Center Month. Join us for a special Senior Center Month celebration featuring Tom O’Brien, a professional magician known for his unique blend of magic, comedy, and audience participation. Boxed lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Choice of chicken, vegetable, or tuna sandwich with chips and cookie. $5 cash or check made out to Friends of the Wallace Center or credit card ($5.25). Registration is required by September 14th. Register in person to select your choice of lunch.