PROGRAMS FOR MATURE
ADULTS
AARP SENIOR DRIVERS SAFETY
PROGRAM (AGES 50 PLUS)
Minimum 8 – Maximum 20
Classes review rules of the road not to
mention other useful information. We are
offering a refresher course (if you have
taken an 8-hour course prior) and an
8-hour course if you are a first timer.
Day (8 hours 2-day class): Monday
and Tuesday, April 29 and 30
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Day (Refresher): Monday, May 6
(must bring certificate & AARP card)
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $15 AARP Member /
$20 AARP Non-Member
Registration Deadline: April 24
Register at the Recreation Center ONLY –
Make checks to: AARP
SILVERSNEAKERS®
MUSCULAR STRENGTH & RANGE
OF MOVEMENT CLASSES:
(AGES 65 AND OVER)
Minimum 6 – Maximum 30
Take control of our life and health!
Offering several different types of class
formats to always keep it exciting! Classes
include hand weights, tubing, chairs
and balls for strength, agility, balance,
endurance, and joint flexibility. All levels
of ability are encouraged!
Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 10 to 10:50 a.m.
Certified Instructor: Anne Brucker
Day: Fridays Time: 9 to 9:50 a.m.
Certified Instructor: Suzie Bode
Fee: $80 Member / $120 Non-Member
(Fee paid if not covered by health
insurance); this includes all classes
offered in the session.
ZUMBA GOLD
(AGES 50 AND OVER)
Minimum 5 – Maximum 30
Lower intensity, modified Latin/
international dance Zumba fitness
party for active older adults. Enjoy
easy-to-follow Zumba choreography
which focuses on improving muscular
conditioning, flexibility, balance,
coordination, and cardiovascular
capacity while moving to golden oldies,
Latin sizzlers, or the latest pop hits!
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PETERS TOWNSHIP
Certified Zumba Gold Instructor: Gail
Witenske
Day: Tuesdays Time: 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.
Day: Thursdays Time: 10 to 11 a.m.
Fee: $50 Member / $75 Non-Member
SENIOR LUNCHEONS
Held on the second Wednesday of each
month from 12-2 p.m. At each luncheon,
we provide entertainment, an interesting
speaker, or interactive activity. This is a
free event, but we ask that you bring a
covered dish or dessert to share. Bring
a friend to join in on the food, fun, and
entertainment!
Days: March 13 – Musician John Sarkis (of
the Skyliners!)
*Wear green for St. Patrick’s Day
April 10 – Springtime craft & Bingo
Time: Noon to 2 p.m.
Location: Community Recreation Center,
Peterswood Park
CARD GROUPS
BRIDGE
We are looking for new players! Group
meets September through May. For
more information, call Joan Knoll at
724.743.1767
Marathon Bridge: First Tuesday of every
month from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge: Third Tuesday of every
month from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $15 per year used for supplies and a
charitable donation.
Location: Community Room, 200
Municipal Drive, in the back of the Police
Station (off of McMurray Road, near the
Library)
500 BID
Card Players meet the fourth Tuesday
afternoon of the month at the
Recreation Center from 1 to 4 p.m.
Drop-ins welcome. No pre-registration
required. Men and women of all ages
are welcome. Beverages and snacks
are provided. Donations welcome. For
more information, call Rae Helman at
724.941.1081.
DOG
OBEDIENCE
CLASSES
PUPPY KINDERGARTEN CLASS
– (6 WEEKS)
Minimum 3 – Maximum 8
Socialization to other puppies and people
and offers training in basic obedience
exercises. We’ll teach sit, down, come,
walk nicely on leash, not jump, and so
much more. Playtime and socialization
are part of every class. Bring a bath mat
or small rug for your dog a 6 ft. leash and
small treats. Instructor: Paula Shimko
Dates: Mondays Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $130 Resident / $195 Non-Resident
Prerequisite: Puppies must have had
their first set of vaccinations. Pre-School
is for pups from 8 to 16 weeks old as of
the date of the first class. Only flat buckle
collars and harnesses may be used in
this class. No prongs or choke collars are
permitted.
FAMILY MANNERS OBEDIENCE –
DOGS OVER 5 MONTHS (6 WEEKS)
Minimum 3 – Maximum 8
Basic exercises are taught for ‘sit’, ‘down’,
‘heel’, ‘leave it’, ‘drop it’, and coming
when called. Many other safety
exercises are taught as well. Positive
reinforcement based. We will not use
any type of force with your dog. Use
of treats or toys to motivate the dogs.
Instructor: Paula Shimko
Dates: Mondays Time: 8:15 to 9:15 p.m.
Fee: $130 Resident / $195 Non-Resident
Prerequisite: Needed for class: Small
treats, 6 ft. leash regular collar, and a mat
(bath mat, or small rug) (no prong collars,
shock collars, or pinch collars permitted)
NOTE FOR BOTH CLASSES: All
dog classes are held at the Peters
Township Community Room located at
200 Municipal
Drive McMurray,
PA in the police
building(rear)
off of McMurray
Road. Dogs
must be in
good health...no
aggressive dogs.