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September 27, 2021

NEWS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact(s):
Ann Erdman
(626) 375-2742

PASADENA SENIOR CENTER ANNOUNCES FALL CLASSES FOR MEMBERS AND NONMEMBERS REGARDLESS OF CITY OF RESIDENCY

Many older adults want to discover new interests and experience new activities to increase movement and brain health and prevent boredom, loneliness and depression during the pandemic.

The Pasadena Senior Center offers a full lineup of courses for members and nonmembers 40 and older from Oct. 11 to Dec. 23, regardless of their cities of residency.

This year, some fall courses are offered via Zoom, others onsite at PSC, plus some on a hybrid plan – live via Zoom as well as onsite at PSC – so people have options for participating. All instructors are degreed or certified.

Nearly 30 course topics range from six to 10 weeks and cost between $30 to $120 for the full courses. Scholarships for low-income participants are available on a limited basis. COVID protocols will be observed during all onsite courses.

To register or for more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Classes or call 626-795-4331. Registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 8.

Dance

  • Ballroom Dancing (Solo) – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 2 to 3 p.m. via Zoom. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • Ballroom Line Dancing (Solo) – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 3 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • BollyX – Fridays, Oct. 15 to Dec. 17, from 3 to 3:50 p.m. via Zoom. Low-impact course; $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • Tap (Beginner) – Tuesdays ongoing with no end date from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. onsite at PSC. $10 weekly for members, $20 for nonmembers.
  • Tap (Intermediate) – Fridays ongoing with no end date from 11 a.m. to noon. onsite at PSC. $10 weekly for members, $20 for nonmembers.
  • Zumba Gold – Mondays, Oct. 11, to Dec. 13, from 3 to 4 p.m. onsite at PSC. $55 for members, $65 for nonmembers.

Exercise/Fitness

  • Acupressure/Reflexology – Fridays, Oct. 15 to Dec. 17, from 2 to 3 p.m. via Zoom. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • Chair Aerobics – Fridays, Oct. 15 to Dec. 17, from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. via Zoom and onsite at PSC (hybrid). $55 for members, $65 for nonmembers.
  • Mat Pilates – Tuesdays, Oct. 12 to Nov. 30, from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. via Zoom. $45 for members, $55 for nonmembers.
  • Pep Up Your Life (Beginner/Intermediate) – Saturdays, Oct. 16 to Dec. 18, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. via Zoom. $35 for members, $45 for nonmembers.
  • Qigong and Tai Chi (Beginner) – Thursdays, Oct. 14 to Dec. 23, from 10 to 11 a.m. onsite at PSC. $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers.
  • Qigong and Tai Chi (Intermediate) – Thursdays, Oct. 14 to Dec. 23, from 11 a.m. to noon onsite at PSC. $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers.
  • Strength Training – Mondays and Thursdays, Oct. 11 to Dec. 23, from 10 to 11 a.m. via Zoom. $110 for members, $120 for nonmembers.
  • Yoga – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. via Zoom and onsite at PSC (hybrid). $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.

Hobbies and Special Interests

  • Acting – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, at from 2 to 4 p.m. onsite at PSC. $70 for members, $80 for nonmembers.
  • The Art and Joy of Sewing – Mondays, Oct. 11 to Dec. 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. onsite at PSC. Sewing lab from 1:30 to 3:30. Beginners to advanced; $85 for members, $95 for nonmembers.
  • Creative Writing – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 11 a.m. to noon via Zoom. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • French I – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • French II – Mondays, Oct. 11 to Dec. 20, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. via Zoom. Level 2 beginner course; $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • French III – Mondays, Oct. 11 to Dec. 13, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via Zoom. Intermediate course; $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • French IV – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via Zoom. Advanced course; $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • French V – Wednesdays, Oct. 13 to Dec. 22, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. beginning Oct 14 via Zoom. Level 2 advanced course; $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • Getting to Know Your iPad and iPhone – Thursdays, Oct. 14 to Dec. 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. onsite $55 for members, $65 for nonmembers.
  • Making Sense of the News – Thursdays, Oct. 14 to Dec. 23, from 1 to 2 p.m. via Zoom and onsite at PSC (hybrid). $30 for members, $40 for nonmembers.
  • Spanish (Introduction) – Tuesdays, Oct. 12 to Dec. 14, from 9 to 10 a.m. onsite at PSC. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • Spanish (Intermediate) – Tuesdays, Oct. 12 to Dec. 14, from 10 to 11 a.m. Onsite at PSC. $50 for members, $60 for nonmembers.
  • Watercolors (Advanced) – Thursdays, Oct. 14 to Dec. 9 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. via Zoom. Experience with watercolors is required. $80 for members, $90 for nonmembers.
  • Watercolors (Advanced) –Thursdays, Oct. 14 to Dec. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. via Zoom. Experience with watercolors is required. $80 for members, $90 for nonmembers.

In addition to online classes, onsite events and other activities, members and nonmembers of the Pasadena Senior Center are encouraged to visit the website regularly for a weekly blog, monthly magazine, COVID updates for older adults, ongoing activities throughout the year and more.

The center, at 85 E. Holly St., is an independent, donor-supported nonprofit organization that has served older adults for more than 60 years. During the pandemic, doors are open Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for social services and other critical services for older adults in need, as well as limited occupancy for events, the library, fitness center and computer lab. Masks and social distancing are required. Rooms are sanitized after each use.