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April 2020
Gentle Yoga
A yoga class structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. in Room 12 Fees: $10/Drop-Ins; $30/4-classes; $60/8-classes Please pay the instructor directly unless using a credit card (come to Sierra 2 office.) This class is led by certified yoga instructor Pat Shaw. Yoga props such as blankets, blocks, bolsters, chairs and straps are used for safe practice and to allow the body to fully achieve positions comfortably. Movements are slow paced and focused on stretching all…
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Zumba Toning with Kelly
This is not your average Zumba class - it's geared for seniors fun! Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. in Studio 3 Fees: see below Get toned & feel great with Zumba Toning, a new class that incorporates dance moves and weights in a positive and upbeat setting! Designed for seniors & great for beginners! Wear tennis shoes and your favorite workout clothes and bring some water! Instructor and Wellness Coach Kelly Pineda has been teaching Zumba for over…
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Life History Writing
Share and write stories about life experiences! Wednesdays 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Room 12 Fee: donations appreciated The purpose of this class is to write stories. This group meets each week to read stories written that have been at home. During the meetings, members will get a chance to give feedback on stories and receive comments on their own work. Facilitators Joe and Bubbles Miguel have ground rules to ensure a safe and supportive reading atmosphere. This class is part of…
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Tai Chi
Tai Chi classes are popular and there's a class level for just about everyone! Beginning Tai Chi Mondays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in Studio 3 Intermediate Tai Chi Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in Studio 3 All Levels Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in Room 12 Fees: See below Boost your balance and prevent falls by practicing the ancient Chinese form of exercise, Tai Chi, with instructor Michael Shane. This low-impact practice works to focus the mind on slow…
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Strength & Balance
A great class for strengthening the body to prevent future injuries! Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. in Room 12 (Room 11 on Thursdays) Fees: see below Movements to guide you through proper body alignment, balance and breathing. Low impact class. Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. Exercises are both seated and standing. Wellness Program: $10/ Drop-in $35/ 5-Class Punch Card $60/ 10-Class Punch Card Purchase cards prior to class in Sierra 2 Center office. Pay drop-in fees…
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Fun Bridge
Millions of people play bridge worldwide in clubs, tournaments, online and with friends at home, making it one of the world's most popular card games, particularly among seniors. Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Room 12 Donations for always appreciated. Fun bridge is a popular activity--- great for those with some bridge experience. Pipin' hot coffee is always served! This class is part of the Sierra 2 Senior Center. Learn more about senior classes here.
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Mat Pilates
Feel limber and toned in this popular total body fitness class geared towards older adults! Mat Pilates Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. in Studio 2 - Starts Tuesday, January 14th! Fees: See below This class covers the basics of proper posture and form, as you ease into beginning mat Pilates exercises. This class is safe, low-impact and great for just about every fitness level! Pilates has been proven to strengthen the core, boost balance, and improve posture! We've…
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Open Art Studio
One part craft, one part companionship! Fridays (except the last Friday of the month) 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. in Room 11 Donations are appreciated. Bring in your current art or craft project to work on while socializing. Projects that participants are working on include painting, knitting, quilting, embroidery, ceramics and jewelry. This class is part of the Sierra 2 Senior Center. Learn more about senior classes here.
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Pinochle
Join us for a lively game of pinochle every Friday! Fridays 12:30 p.m. in Room 12 This activity is free; donations are always appreciated. Relax Fridays with a game of Pinochle, a trick-taking card game for 2-4 players per table. This class is part of the Sierra 2 Senior Center. Learn more about senior classes here.
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Bellyfit® Sage
Bellyfit® Sage, designed specifically for older women, focuses on posture, balance, coordination, strength, and stamina. Mondays 9:00-10:00 a.m. in Studio 3 Fee: see below Bellyfit® Sage is a form of fitness that infuses dance, yoga and core work, and is specially designed for women only. Dance and certified Bellyfit® instructor Randi Robinson-Snaer leads the new senior offering. Randi, with a background in dance and movement, found Bellyfit® when she was recovering from an injury. Bellyfit® calls itself a movement and…
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Mahjong
Start each week with a leisurely game of mahjong at the Senior Center. Fresh coffee with the fixin's available. Mahjong Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.* Cost: This activity is free; donations are always accepted. A tile-based game originating from China, mahjong is similar to the Western card game Rummy. It's a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. *On the 2nd Mondays of each month, games times are 9:30 -11:00 a.m. This class is part of…
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Beginning Drumming
Beats, rhythm and percussion! Everyone can drum! Mondays 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in Studio 1 Fees: $7/class; $25/month Pay instructor at the start of class. Join Olivia Yasmin James, from Fenix African Drum and Dance, to share some rhythm and fun as she leads the class through West African drumming and percussion. No experience needed. Bring your own drum or use theirs. This class is part of the Sierra 2 Senior Center. Learn more about senior classes here.
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Feel Good Yoga
Bend, flex and stretch your body while you relax and re-focus the mind! Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00 in Room 12 Fee: See below This class is for older adults who want to try yoga! Beginners and intermediate participants welcome! In this class, we invite you to: come as you are, do what you can, and leave knowing you're a little closer to your goals, whatever they may be. We just want you to FEEL GOOD! Whether you make a friend,…
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Women’s Friendship Group
Meet new friends and discover new hobbies! 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Room 11 *New Times!* Cost: free; donations appreciated. Join our new women's group, that focuses on topics like women's issues, plans group luncheons, takes field trips, and hosts guest speakers-- just to name a few of the many fun aspects of this group. The Women's Friendship group meets monthly in Room 11 so members can catch up formally and address housekeeping needs. Each…
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Stitcher’s Circle
Join the circle to stitch, knit, embroider, chat, and more! 2nd Thursdays, Room 11 4th Mondays, Room 12 2:00 - 4:00pm This activity is free; donations are always appreciated. This NEW group is for those who knit, crochet, embroider, sew or do any other kind of handwork! Meeting twice a month, you can bring projects you’re working on and can look forward to craft inspiration, fun conversations, and a chance to swap patterns and techniques! This class is part of…
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Book Club
The Sierra 2 Senior Center Book Club is for anyone interested in good books and good conversation. 2nd Mondays 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. Suggested donation: $1-3 We meet to discuss the book on the second Monday of each month. Book club participants read the book of the month prior to each meeting. Current Reading Schedule: February 10th: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens March 9th: The Leisure Seeker by Michael Zadoorian April 13th: Deep Creek by Pam Houston May 11th: The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne…
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My Story Project Monthly Meeting
Capturing oral histories are important to preserving family legacies! 2nd Mondays 1:00 p.m. in Room 12 The group meets monthly to discuss upcoming projects and other business items. Prospective clients and volunteers are welcome to attend a meeting to meet the group! Note: My Story has Room 12 reserved on Mondays & Tuesdays at 1 p.m., although they may not have anything scheduled. Please call ahead to see if the group will be in the building should you need to…
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Non-Fiction Book Club
Did you know non-fiction books are great for group discussion? Pick up a copy of the latest book & join us every Third Thursday at 11:30am in Room 12. Coffee and tea are available. 3rd Thursdays 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Room 12 Suggested donation of $1-3 Current Reading Schedule: February 20, 2020- The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben March 19, 2020- The Feather Thief by Kirk W Johnson April 16, 2020- The Return of Marco Polo’s World by Robert…
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Head Space
Head Space focuses on mental health wellness and well-being, and introduces lifestyle changes aimed at improving one's mood. 3rd Mondays 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. in Room 12 Fees: Donations accepted This monthly class offers a place for older adults to come together and discuss their own mental health struggles or concerns, ask questions, and hear from others who may have experienced the same things. Each session of Head Space is individually designed and consists of pertinent information, relating topics to their…
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Film Club
Third Tuesdays 1:30-4 p.m., Room 12, Suggested donation of $1-3 This club is dedicated to captivating plot lines, breathtaking cinematography, moving musical scores, award-winning actors, and our opinions on all of the above. All are welcome to attend the film club. Decide on films as a dedicated member or drop it when the film interests you. Popcorn & freshly brewed coffee is served. Upcoming Films: March 17th: The Lion in Winter (1968) It's Christmas 1183, and King Henry II (Peter…
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