Adult Programs

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Zumba Gold

Evelyn Greer Park
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10 am
Zumba Gold is a free dance and exercise class for adults.  Zumba instructor Cecelia will keep participants moving and engaged with gentle, easy to follow dance movements that will leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated.  Participants of all abilities are encouraged to take part in this active and engaging program.  Participants with limited mobility can fully participate in the class while seated or holding onto a chair for support.  Registration not required

Workshops and Lectures

Pinecrest Community Center
Various Dates | 11 am
Register by calling 305.284.0900

April 4 | Nutrition and Physical Activity
May 23 | Safety for Older Adults
June 25 | Diabetes Screening
July 25 | Stress Management

Wild Palette Art Classes: Adult/Senior - Personalized Art Lessons

Ages 18 to adult
Pinecrest Community Center
Thursdays, 10 am till 1 pm (3 hours)
$30 per three-hour class, Paid monthly upfront
Sundays, 9 am to 1 pm (4 hours) or 11 am till 1 pm (2 hours)
$40 per four-hour class, $20 per two-hour class, Paid monthly upfront
Register for Wild Palette Art Classes
Beginner through advanced artists choose their medium of interest: watercolor, acrylic, pencil, or pastels and work at their own pace to produce a masterpiece. Classes are held weekly throughout the year. Class syllabus and suggested materials, listed by medium, are available at www.wildpalette.com

WE Martial Arts

All Ages
Evelyn Greer Park
$100 - Register for Starter Membership - One day per week
$120 - Register for Enthusiast Membership - Two days per week
$130 - Register for Curriculum Membership - Three days per week
$160 - Register for High Performance Membership - Four or more days per week
The Open Program (OP) balances traditional martial arts training with modern fitness principles. The OP is designed for kids and adults to enhance self-esteem, build confidence, develop discipline and learn self-defense while strengthening mind and body.

The Kickboxing program includes self-defense, mixed combination of boxing and kicking, as well as conditional, weight, agility and core training. The objective is to increase core awareness and to achieve high performance and coordination while increasing mind and body focus.
For more information, please call 305.494.8395

Tai Chi Classes

Pinecrest Community Center
Tuesdays | 11:30 am
Embrace, enhance, and enjoy your practice of the 24 Form.  Each session offers the opportunity to improve your practice through repetition and individual assistance. Pre-registration not required

Wednesdays | 11:30 am
Tai Chi is a form of exercise that began as a Chinese tradition.  It is based on martial arts and involves gentle movements and strength.  Each class is led by a Tai Chi enthusiast and includes simple warm up exercises and movements based on the Yang style of Tai Chi. Pre-registration not required

Pickleball - Third Friday Pickle Party

Coral Pine Park
Third Friday of every month | 5 till 9 pm 
Register for Third Friday Pickle Party
Get ready for the ultimate pickle extravaganza every third Friday of the month.  Join a community of pickleball enthusiasts as they gather for a thrilling evening of pickleball play.  The pickle party alternates between Open-Play and Dinks and Drinks programs.  On open-play nights, players stack their paddles in the rack and play against random opponents throughout the night.  On Dinks and Drinks nights, players play a round robin tournament and will be paired with qualified opponents.  Space is limited, participants must pre-register.

Pickleball Open-Play

Suniland Park
Daily | 8 am till noon
Get outdoors and play for free! Pickleball is a wildly popular sport that everyone can play.  This open-play program allows players to drop in and join other pickleball enthusiasts.  No reservations required.  When players arrive, they place their pickleball paddle in the paddle rack to determine the order of play.  When a team finishes their game, the owners of the next set of paddles in the rack come on the court for their game.  For more information contact Gloria Zoghbi

Pickleball Club

Coral Pine Park
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 8 till 10 am 
Register for Pickleball Club
The Pickleball Club is designed to bring players together in a recreation and social atmosphere.  All players are welcome. Joining the Pickleball Club is a great way to meet fellow players and hone in your skills by playing with a variety of other players.  Space is limited, participants must register each new quarter to participate. A new quarter begins on the first of June, September, December and March.

Pickleball Clinics

Coral Pine Park
Various dates and times
Register for Beginner Pickleball Clinic
Register for Intermediate Pickleball Clinic
Various Dates and Times
Learn the basics of Pickleball or improve upon your game. Pickleball clinics are taught by our certified instructors and designed to get players comfortable on the court in a friendly and encouraging environment. Sign up for the beginner clinics, tactical play lessons, Intermediate clinics, skills and drills, and round robin lessons for beginners.

Mahjong

Pinecrest Community Center
Wednesdays | 10 am
Love Mahjong?  Want to join others with the same passion?  Join our group every Wednesday and show off your skills.  Participants must know how to play American Mahjong to participate.  No registration required

Line Dancing

Ages 18+ | $120 for 12 Weeks
Pinecrest Community Center
Tuesdays, Beginners: 5 pm, Improvers: 6 pm, Intermediate: 7 pm, Advanced: 8 pm
Register for Line Dancing Classes
These fun-filled classes teach the basic patterns and steps for line dancing, with no experience necessary. Come ready to have fun and dance as part of the group while developing your individualized dance moves. Line dancing is not just about the boot-scooting footwork, it involves the whole body in each one-hour lesson.

Knitting and Crochet

Pinecrest Community Center
Second and Fourth Thursday of each month | 1 till 3 pm
All levels of experience are welcome to engage in the free flow of information, knowledge, tips, techniques, and instruction on various projects.  Pull together your ideas, patterns, tools, and yarn, and join a fun group of enthusiasts as you work on your own project.  This is a great opportunity to learn something new and make great friends.  Registration not required.

IPhone Class

Pinecrest Community Center
Second Tuesday of every month | 11:30 am
Register by calling 305.284.0900
Technology is quickly changing, and most things are accessible via a smartphone.  Learn how to use your IPhone and all of its features.  Topics include downloading apps, texting, facetime, how to post on social media, email, sending pictures, and more.

iPad/iPhone Skills & Tips

Pinecrest Community Center
April 10 and April 17| 10:00 am
Register for iPad/iPhone Skills and Tips Course
Learn skills and get tips from our instructor Susi Castillo.  This will be a two session class where she can help you get familiar with your iPad or iPhone.

Game Day Fridays

Pinecrest Community Center
Fridays | 10 am till 1 pm
Bring your friends and join in on the fun.  Every Friday, canasta players meet and challenge one another (must know how to play American Canasta).  Canasta not your thing? No problem, bring your friends to play any game you like.  Participants are welcome to bring your own games or borrow one of ours.  No registration necessary.

Feel The Power Chess Academy Tournaments

Ages 3 to adults | $30 per tournament
Evelyn Greer Park
Register for a Chess Tournament
Feel The Power Chess Academy is an educational organization, whose mission is to maintain a formal program of instruction to teach the game of chess and to promote and support its educational program through community outreach and local and national partnerships to increase the awareness of the educational value of chess. For more information, please contact Diego Milla at 786.226.5514.

Chair Yoga

Pinecrest Community Center
Mondays and Fridays | 11:30 am
$69 per month
Register for Chair Yoga
Take a deep breath and strike a pose with Certified Yoga Instructor Mara Folwer as she guides participants through a gentle and accessible yoga method that benefits everyone.  Chair Based Yoga (CBY) is practiced while seated and utilizes a chair for balance while moving through a series of yoga postures and breathing exercises. Chair Based Yoga is for everyone whether you are in the office, at home, or on vacation, it is a wonderful way to incorporate wellness into your daily routine without the need for a yoga mat or dedicated space. It is a perfect option for those with mobility challenges or anyone looking for a convenient way to incorporate mindfulness and movement into their daily routine.  The benefits of CBY include improved mobility and flexibility, increased strength and balance, stress reduction, and improved concentration.  Join Mara in this journey to enhance your physical and mental well-being through accessible, chair based yoga practices. Start today and experience the positive impact on your health and happiness. All ages and abilities are welcome.

BINGO

Pinecrest Community Center
Second Friday of every month | 10 am
Join the bingo fun, socialize with friends, and win prizes.  Snacks and coffee will be provided.  Register by calling 305.284.0900

Alzheimer's Caregivers Group

Pinecrest Community Center
Second Friday of every month | 12:30 - 2 pm
Conducted by trained facilitators, the Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group is a safe place for caregivers, family, and friends of a person with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other other related cognitive diseases to develop a support system, exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues, and discover ways of coping.  Lunch is included.  No registration required 

Volunteer Opportunities

Are you an expert in history, art, or culture?  Do you have knowledge or skills you would like to share with others? Let us know, and become part of the community knowledge series.  The Parks and Recreation Department seeks individuals who want to share their experiences and knowledge during a monthly one-hour lecture series.  

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