Senior Center
Welcome to the Senior Center
The Center provides an exciting social scene for mature adults of all ages and stages. Socialize with old friends, make new ones, and stay physically, intellectually, and socially active at the crossroads of our community.
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Our activity calendar is chock full of cultural and social events. Join discussion groups and sit in on educational seminars. Take off on day trips and enjoy cultural celebrations. Or jump into exercise, dance, and yoga classes. Our members also have access to the Center’s sparkling pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a dedicated older-adults lounge.
Transportation to and from the Center is available for seniors and people with disabilities.
Senior Adult Lounge is now OPEN!
Monday–Thursday, 12:30 to 4 PM
Bring your cards, games, MahJong tiles, and friends.
The Senior Adult Lounge is open to senior adult members.
Masks are required at all times and social distant guidelines will be adhered to.
We look forward to seeing you there!
This Week’s Schedule:
For additional Community Service events and other events, view our Main Calendar.
MONDAY
Chair Yoga with Michelle (In Person)
Monday, March 25th, 8:50 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Tighten & Tone with Mandi (In Person)
Monday, March 25th, 10 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Israeli Dance with Ora (In Person)
Monday, March 25th, 11 AM
At The Center: Auditorium
Women’s Aqua Aerobics (In Person Only)
Monday, March 25th, 12 – 12:45 PM
At The Center: Pool
Master Artisans
Monday, March 25th, 12:30 – 3:30 PM
Master Artisans is a senior adult program that educates, coaches, and encourages the development of new artistic skills. Join us to explore past passions and discover new skills.
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Beginner’s Hebrew (In Person)
Monday, March 25th, 1:30 PM
At The Center: Senior Room 206
TUESDAY
Zumba with Michelle (In Person)
Tuesday, March 26th, 8:20 – 9:10 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (In Person)
Tuesday, March 26th, 9:15 – 10:15 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Light Conditioning with Mike P (In Person)
Tuesday, March 26th, 10:30 – 11:15 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Rock Steady Boxing (In Person)
Tuesday, March 26th, 11 AM
For men and women with Parkinson’s disease. No prior boxing experience necessary. The focus is on stretching, strength training, reaction time and balance. Please contact Aldo Oranvil at (718) 258-3300 or [email protected] before attending your first class
At The Center: Room 205
Stay Movin’ & Groovin’ with Mike (In Person)
Tuesday, March 26th, 11:20 AM
Join Mike Perez! Focusing on range of motion, balance, and flexibility.
Please RSVP with Aimee at (718) 627-4300
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Rock Steading Boxing (Zoom)
Tuesday, March 26th, 12:30 PM
Zoom Code: 83366006163
Password: 622606
Click here to launch Zoom
WEDNESDAY
Tai Chi: Arthritis with Ann (In Person)
Wednesday, March 27th, 9 – 9:50 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Floor Yoga with Marissa (In Person)
Wednesday, March 27th, 10 – 10:45 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Boot Camp with Mike (In Person)
Wednesday, March 27th, 11 AM – 12 PM
At The Center: Room 205
Women’s Aqua Aerobics (In Person Only)
Wednesday, March 27th, 12 – 12:45 PM
At The Center: Pool
Trip: Eldridge Street Synagogue
Wednesday, March 27th, 12 PM
Bus Leaves at 12 Noon; Bus returns by 5 PM. Enjoy a private tour of the new Adrienne Ottenberg exhibit. Register at the front desk with code 12604.
Master Artisans (In Person)
Wednesday, March 27th, 12:30 – 3:30 PM
Master Artisans is a senior adult program that educates, coaches, and encourages the development of new artistic skills. Join us to explore past passions and discover new skills.
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
THURSDAY
Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (In Person)
Thursday, March 28th, 9 – 10 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Drum Exercise with Levi (In Person)
Thursday, March 28th, 10 – 11 AM
A fun and easy to learn class that mixes drums and low intensity exercises to build muscle and burn calories.
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Music & Stretch with Levi (In Person)
Thursday, March 28th, 11 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Rock Steading Boxing (Zoom)
Thursday, March 28th, 12:30 PM
For Men and Women with Parkinson’s Disease
Zoom Code: 83366006163
Password: 622606
Click here to launch Zoom
FRIDAY
Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (in-person)
Friday, March 29th, 9 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Keep Groovin’ with Mike P (In Person)
Friday, March 29th, 10:10 AM
At The Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Senior Membership
Join our Senior Center and gain access to so many different activities, events, and resources. Our Senior Membership includes:
•Access to the Senior Adult Lounge where you can socialize with old friends, make new ones, and play cards, Mahjong, backgammon, or chess
•15 Senior Exercise Classes each week
•Discussion groups, film showings, and seminars on health related topics
•Special member discounts for day trips and overnight excursions
•Birthday parties and holiday celebrations
•Attend classes such as Light Cardio & Pilates, Chair Yoga, Gentle Floor Yoga, Drum Exercise, Israeli Dance, Zumba, Chair Exercises, Conditioning, Boot Camp, and Women’s Water Aerobics.
Watch for flyers with details and schedule.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Annual Membership:
Individual: $22/month
Couple: $40/month
• You must be 65 years or older.
• Provide proof of age and a written doctor’s note stating your ability and/or restriction to exercise, swim, travel, and participate in Center activities.
To use the swimming pool, there is a one-time only Building Fund required:
Individual: $600
Couple: $800
Transportation
As available, the Center’s handicapped accessible mini-bus may pick up older adults to bring them to and from Center programs and their homes. Our route is between Foster Ave and Ave Z, and between McDonald Ave and Ocean Ave.
Please click below to fill out the bus application.
For schedule information and to make a reservation on a first-come -frst-serve basis, please call in advance: 718-627-4300.
Ari Musoev
Bus Driver
Master Artisans
Our Master Artisans program is focused on being creative, getting hands-on, and learning something new.
We explore different creative outlets such as painting, drawing, baking and more. You do not need to have any previous knowledge or skills for these classes. Classes are structured in order to be engaging and fun for all experience levels.
Community Service Programs: Social Groups
Our Community Services department offers special clubs for Seniors to socialize, spend time together, and create friendships. We are currently running the following social clubs:
Men’s Club
Brain Works
The Merry Women Widows Support Group
New Beginnings for Widows
Click here to visit the Community Services: Social Clubs page to learn more!
Event Cancellation Policy
Participants may cancel their registration without penalty up until seven (7) days prior to the event or trip. Cancellations received less than seven (7) days before an event or trip will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Cancellations received the day before, the day of, or after an event or trip will not be eligible for a refund or credit.
Contact
For more information, about our Senior Center, contact Ashley Rosen at 718-954-3128 or Aimee Mishaan at (718) 954-3157.
Ashley Rosen
Director of Senior Center / Fitness Center Supervisor
Growing up, Ashley’s grandparents were very much a part of her daily life, even until their last days at the ages of 94 and 95 years old. In fact, she…
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Senior Adult Department Supervisor
Before coming to the Senior Adult Department Aimee was the Director of Early Childhood Administration. “My passion for children is endless and to see them every day and watch them…
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MONDAY
8:50–9:50 AM: Chair Yoga with Diana, (Zoom & Senior Adult Lounge)
10–11 AM: Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (Senior Adult Lounge)
11–11:45 AM: Israeli Dance with Ora (Auditorium)
12–12:45 PM: Women’s Aqua Aerobics (Pool)
TUESDAY
9-10 AM: Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (Senior Adult Lounge)
10:15-11:10 AM: Light Conditioning with Michael (Senior Adult Lounge)
11:15 AM –12 PM: Dance with Elena (Room 203)
11:30 –11:45 AM: Hand Yoga with Jamber (Zoom)
WEDNESDAY
9–9:50 AM: Tai Chi: Arthritis with Ann (Senior Adult Lounge)
10–10:45 AM: Floor Yoga w/ Marissa (Senior Adult Lounge)
11 AM –12 PM: Boot Camp w/ Michael (Room 205)
12–12:45 PM: Women’s Aqua Aerobics (Pool)
THURSDAY
9–10 AM: Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (Senior Adult Lounge)
10 AM–11 AM: Drum Exercise with Levi (Senior Adult Lounge)
11 AM- 12 PM: Music and stretch with Levi (Senior Adult Lounge)
11:30- 11:45 AM: Hand Yoga with Jamber (Zoom)