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Thursday September 18, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

Friday September 19, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Red Cross Blood Drive

Saturday September 20, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Hold for Skyhawks (if rain)

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CT Daylily Event

Monday September 22, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

Wednesday September 24, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Fall Love to dance? Enjoy the health benefits of this energetic, feel good, medium intensity workout. This class is a total body workout set to Latin and international rhythms and is perfect for anyone looking for a fun, aerobic exercise routine. This is a low impact class that is designed to be gentler on your knees. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. If you love to dance, this class is for you.SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 - Sept. 10 5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, September 24 – December 17 (no class 11/26)5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70

Thursday September 25, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

Saturday September 27, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Hold for Skyhawks (if rain)

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Safe Sitter Babysitter Course for Ages 11-14 - Safe Sitter Babysitter Course - OPTION 1 Safe Sitter Babysitter Course for Ages 11-14Option 1: Saturday, September 27, 2025Option 2: Saturday, December 20, 20259:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community RoomFee: $164.00 for Residents$180.40 for Non-residentsSafe Sitter is a program for 11-14 year-olds to learn life-saving skills so they can be safe when home alone or watching younger children. Participants will play fun games and do some role-playing exercises - including using mannequins to practice choking rescue! The cost includes a cinch sack with a Student Handbook and Completion Card, LED Flashlight, Bandage Dispenser, and Important Information Note Pad for Babysitting Jobs for each student.* Please note that the class will teach CPR, but a CPR certification is not included.Students should bring a non-refrigerated bag lunch and wear comfortable clothing.Attention: There is a Student Registration Form that must be filled out for each child and should be emailed to the Department prior to the class start. The form is attached to this program and can be accessed in the "Forms" section. Please fill out and email to avonrec@avonct.gov.

Monday September 29, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba & Cardio Beats Drumming - Zumba & Cardio Beats Drumming Fall This is a medium-intensity hybrid Zumba and cardio drumming class. We will warm up with a 20-30 minute Zumba class and move into 30 minutes of cardio drumming on a stability ball. This class focuses on cardio, toning, coordination, and mindfulness. This class is for all adults looking to have fun while exercising. Equipment for cardio drumming will be provided. SUMMER SESSION MONDAYS, July 7 – Sept. 15 (no class 9/1) 5:30-6:30 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70FALL SESSION MONDAYS, Sept. 29 - Dec. 22 (no class 10/13)5:30-6:30 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70

Wednesday October 1, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Tai Chi for Seniors - Tai Chi Fall Tai Chi has been proven through scientific study to improve joint health, strengthen muscle, increase flexibility and reduce stress-based illnesses. Australia's Doctor Paul Lam, a practicing M.D. and Tai Chi expert himself, and a team of Tai Chi and medical experts have created a simple, safe and effective program to prevent bone loss and improve balance. Many people have enjoyed learning the program and have gained significant health benefits from a program that is especially suited to seniors and people suffering from arthritis and osteoporosis. Come see what Tai Chi can do for you!SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 – Sept. 10 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $63.00 Resident seniors (60+): $56.70 Non-residents: $69.30FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, Oct. 1 - Dec. 17 (No Class 11/26)4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community RoomFees: Avon residents: $63.00 Resident seniors (60+): $56.70 Non-residents: $69.30

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Fall Love to dance? Enjoy the health benefits of this energetic, feel good, medium intensity workout. This class is a total body workout set to Latin and international rhythms and is perfect for anyone looking for a fun, aerobic exercise routine. This is a low impact class that is designed to be gentler on your knees. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. If you love to dance, this class is for you.SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 - Sept. 10 5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, September 24 – December 17 (no class 11/26)5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70

Thursday October 2, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

Saturday October 4, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Hold for Skyhawks (if rain)

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Cartoon Drawing for Gr. 1-4 - Cartoon Drawing for Gr. 1-4 - Fall Cartoon Drawing for Grades 1-4Summer:Saturdays, June 7 - July 19, 2025 (no class 7/5)Fall:Saturdays, October 4 - November 22, 2025(no class on 10/11 and 10/25)11:00am - 12:00pmAvon Senior Center Craft Room Fee: Residents: $85.00Non-residents: $93.50Do you love to draw? Join us for this fun hour-long cartoon drawing class. Learn how to draw characters from your favorite shows and even design your own characters! Beginners are welcome. Art instructor Sofia will teach the basics and help advance your technique along the way. The last class will include a mini art showcase to show off the final designs!Please bring pencils, eraser, colored pencils or crayons, and a sketch book.

Monday October 6, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba & Cardio Beats Drumming - Zumba & Cardio Beats Drumming Fall This is a medium-intensity hybrid Zumba and cardio drumming class. We will warm up with a 20-30 minute Zumba class and move into 30 minutes of cardio drumming on a stability ball. This class focuses on cardio, toning, coordination, and mindfulness. This class is for all adults looking to have fun while exercising. Equipment for cardio drumming will be provided. SUMMER SESSION MONDAYS, July 7 – Sept. 15 (no class 9/1) 5:30-6:30 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70FALL SESSION MONDAYS, Sept. 29 - Dec. 22 (no class 10/13)5:30-6:30 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70

Wednesday October 8, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Tai Chi for Seniors - Tai Chi Fall Tai Chi has been proven through scientific study to improve joint health, strengthen muscle, increase flexibility and reduce stress-based illnesses. Australia's Doctor Paul Lam, a practicing M.D. and Tai Chi expert himself, and a team of Tai Chi and medical experts have created a simple, safe and effective program to prevent bone loss and improve balance. Many people have enjoyed learning the program and have gained significant health benefits from a program that is especially suited to seniors and people suffering from arthritis and osteoporosis. Come see what Tai Chi can do for you!SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 – Sept. 10 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $63.00 Resident seniors (60+): $56.70 Non-residents: $69.30FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, Oct. 1 - Dec. 17 (No Class 11/26)4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community RoomFees: Avon residents: $63.00 Resident seniors (60+): $56.70 Non-residents: $69.30

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Fall Love to dance? Enjoy the health benefits of this energetic, feel good, medium intensity workout. This class is a total body workout set to Latin and international rhythms and is perfect for anyone looking for a fun, aerobic exercise routine. This is a low impact class that is designed to be gentler on your knees. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. If you love to dance, this class is for you.SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 - Sept. 10 5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, September 24 – December 17 (no class 11/26)5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70

Thursday October 9, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60

Saturday October 11, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Hold for Skyhawks (if rain)

Wednesday October 15, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Tai Chi for Seniors - Tai Chi Fall Tai Chi has been proven through scientific study to improve joint health, strengthen muscle, increase flexibility and reduce stress-based illnesses. Australia's Doctor Paul Lam, a practicing M.D. and Tai Chi expert himself, and a team of Tai Chi and medical experts have created a simple, safe and effective program to prevent bone loss and improve balance. Many people have enjoyed learning the program and have gained significant health benefits from a program that is especially suited to seniors and people suffering from arthritis and osteoporosis. Come see what Tai Chi can do for you!SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 – Sept. 10 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $63.00 Resident seniors (60+): $56.70 Non-residents: $69.30FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, Oct. 1 - Dec. 17 (No Class 11/26)4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Avon Senior Center Community RoomFees: Avon residents: $63.00 Resident seniors (60+): $56.70 Non-residents: $69.30

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Fall Love to dance? Enjoy the health benefits of this energetic, feel good, medium intensity workout. This class is a total body workout set to Latin and international rhythms and is perfect for anyone looking for a fun, aerobic exercise routine. This is a low impact class that is designed to be gentler on your knees. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. If you love to dance, this class is for you.SUMMER SESSION WEDNESDAYS, July 9 - Sept. 10 5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70FALL SESSION WEDNESDAYS, September 24 – December 17 (no class 11/26)5:30-6:30 p.m.Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon resident: $57.00 Resident senior (60+): $51.30 Non-resident: $62.70

Thursday October 16, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Gentle Essentrics - Gentle Essentrics - Fall 1 Gentle Essentrics is a stretch and strengthen 45-minute workout designed to increase your energy and flexibility, loosen and hydrate fascia, decompress your joints and release tension through relaxation and respectful exercise. Great for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. There is the option of doing the floor exercises in chairs. Please bring a mat and water bottle and a stretch band if you have one. FALL SESSION 1 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS September 8 – October 20(no class 10/13) 9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60FALL SESSION 2 MONDAYS & THURSDAYSNovember 3 – December 15(no class 11/11 & 11/27)9:30-10:30 a.m. Avon Senior Center Community Room Fees: Avon residents: $56.00 Resident seniors (60+): $50.40 Non-residents: $61.60