December 2021
www.simivalley.org
Tickets are $12 and must be purchased by December 22.
Call (805) 583-6363 for ticket sales schedule.
The Council On Aging presents:
Manager Angel Sierra
asierra@simivalley.org (805) 583-6366
Assistant Managers Robert Martin
rmartin@simivalley.org (805) 583-6364
Raquel Wirth
rwirth@simivalley.org (805) 583-6038
Senior Center Cook Gregory Seymour
gseymour@simivalley.org
Meals On Wheels Coordinator Suzanna Colwell
scolwell@simivalley.org (805) 583-6042
Meal Site Coordinator Rendezvous Cafe (805) 583-6046
Senior Center Staff
Warmest wishes for a happy holiday season and
may you have a
wonderful year to come!
The Senior Center Staff
The Council On Aging
will meet in-person
on Monday, December 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
All residents age 60 or older are voting members, and anyone can attend.
Masks are required.
The Benefits of Playing Rummikub:
Reduce intellectual declines, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Help the brain to maintain and increase cognitive associations at any age.
Decrease high blood pressure or stress.
Meet new friends!
Looking for Players!
Mondays from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
No signup needed. Easy to learn and new players are welcome!
Masks are required.
YOGA FOR POSITIVE HEALTH
Mondays & Saturdays, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Free registration at rsrpd.org
Learn how Yoga can positively improve your health through postures, breathing exercises and meditation.
Taught by an instructor from Yoga Bharati Institute.
MONDAY ACTIVITY OTHER INFO Arts/Crafts B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Crafts)
Group 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cards/Games Rummikub 10:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Computers Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab 12:30 pm - 4:45 pm Groups/Clubs V.I.P. Low Vision Support Group 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Council On Aging (COA) Meeting 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 2nd Monday
Drama Club 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Genealogy Club 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 2nd & 4th Mon.
Red Hat Society - Sassy Lassies 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm 4th Mon.
Stamp & Coin Club 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 1st & 3rd Mon.
Health/Fitness Line Dancing - Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 am - 10:30 am Drop-in, free
Tai Chi - Beginning 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm
Tai Chi - Intermediate/Advanced 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wii Bowling/Sports 12:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Social Services Coping with Life 10:00 am - 11:30 am
HICAP Health Insurance Counseling 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Call HICAP/Appt.
1-805-477-4310 Home Energy Assistance Program
(HEAP) 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Call for appt.
Supporting Widows & Widowers Group 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
TUESDAY ACTIVITY OTHER INFO
Cards/Games Chicago Bridge 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Simi Valley Senior Center
December 2021 Activities, Clubs and Classes
The Center will be closed on December 23 - 26, Dec. 31 & Jan. 1
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TUES (Cont.) ACTIVITY OTHER INFO
Cards/Games Canasta Hand and Foot Card Game 9:45 am - 4:45 pm
Mah Jongg 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Pinochle 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Computers Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab 12:30 pm - 4:45 pm Entertainment Movies in the Lounge 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Social Services ADA Card Interviews for Dial-A-Ride 8:30 am - 2:30 pm TBD Appoint req.
Prostate Cancer Support Group 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3rd Tuesday
WEDNESDAY ACTIVITY OTHER INFO
Cards/Games Chess Club 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Pinochle 12:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Health/Fitness Tai Chi Practice 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wii Bowling/Sports 12:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Social Services Bereavement Support Group 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Diabetes Support Group 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Dec. 1
Home Share 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 805-477-7300
Senior Advocate 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Appt. Preferred Veterans' Counseling 9:00 am - 11:00 am Dec. 1, Appt. req.
THURSDAY ACTIVITY OTHER INFO.
Arts/Crafts Crochet, Sew & Chat 9:30 am - 11:30 am Cards/Games Canasta/Hand & Foot Cards 11:00 am - 4:45 pm
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THURS (Cont.) ACTIVITY OTHER INFO.
Computers Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab 1:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Entertainment Karaoke 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Dec. 2, 16, 23, 30
Group/Clubs Rancho Simi Senior Citizens Club 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm 2nd Thurs.
Senior Writers Club 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Does not meet
DAV Support Group 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm 2nd Thurs.
Health/Fitness Tai Chi - Intermediate/Advanced 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Social Services ABC Breast Cancer Support Group 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 1st Thurs.
Alzheimer’s Support Group 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 1st & 3rd Thurs.
Fibromyalgia Support Group 3:00 pm - 4:45 pm 1st Thurs.
FRIDAY ACTIVITY OTHER INFO
Cards/Games Bingo Grab Bag 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Computers Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab 1:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Health/Fitness Wii Bowling/Sports 9:00 am - 12:45 pm Sign-up req.
Social Services Bereavement Support Group 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
SATURDAY ACTIVITY OTHER INFO.
Groups/Clubs Women’s Book Club 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 3rd Saturday
Social Services Grey Law Legal Services 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Call for info
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DUPLICATE BRIDGE
Mitchell Movement Duplicate Bridge
Open to players of all levels. This is a
competitive non-sanctioned Duplicate Bridge game using ACBL rules.
W 1:00-5:00 p Ongoing Free Director: Dean & Joanne Cunningham (805) 231-6222. Call for a partner Lee Linder (805) 527-6447.
GOLD COAST
TREASURE HUNTERS
There is information on the use of metal detec- tors, monthly displays and prize awarded. Web- site: wwwgctreasuehunters.com
- - - - 3rd W 6:30-9:00 p Ongoing Free
KNIT & CROCHET CLUB with Lynda Relyea
Come and have fun in this tightly knit club! This is a social gathering, no instruction given.
W 9:00 a-12:00 p Ongoing Free F 9:00 a-12:00 p Ongoing Free
POKER CLUB with Joan Rubin
Dealer’s choice, future tournaments. Join the club for prizes and fun. Fee used for prizes.
Tu 6:15-9:45 p Ongoing $1/class
All Activities and Clubs are held at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900
Avenida Simi unless otherwise specified.
BILLIARDS CLUB
Come enjoy the fun of playing billiards. Meets weekly. FREE (ongoing)
M-F 8:00 a-4:45 pm, M-Th 7:00 p-9:45 p Sa 8:00 a-12:15 p NO CLASS 1/1, 1/15, 1/17, 2/19, 2/21
BUNCO CLUB
with Anna Heinaman
Bunco is an easy game to play with a minimum of rules and maximum of fun! Fee used for prizes. Begins Jan. 20.
3rd Th 7:00-9:00 p Ongoing $2/mo
CRIBBAGE CLUB with Cathy Rendon
Come play cribbage with other people who en- joy the game. Beginners are welcome!
M 6:00-9:30 p Ongoing Free NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
DECORATIVE ARTS CLUB with Paula Armstrong
Focus on completing your unfinished acrylic paint, watercolor or pen tangle project. Bring your own supplies.
F 9:00 a-1:00 p Ongoing Free
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.”
-George Bernard
Spring First Edition 11/24/2021
RANCHO SIMI RECREATION &
PARK DISTRICT 4201 GUARDIAN ST.
SIMI VALLEY 805-584-4400
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SIMI VALLEY SENIOR CENTER – OFFICE
805-583-6059 OR GO ONLINE TO INFO@RSRPD.US
RSRPD.ORG ACTIVITIES/CLUB
BRYAN HORSTMANSHOF PROGRAM SPECIALIST bryanh@rsrpd.us 805-584-4443 STAN KALSMAN Recreation Coordinator seniors@rsrpd.us HENRY KRAUS
Administrative Assistant henryk@rsrpd.us
PAPER CRAFTING
with Karen Kalsman, Linda Carlson, Sylvia Shewring & Arrie Voth
Create beautiful scrapbooks, cards and paper projects in this fun atmosphere. Bring 10 pictures and create photo pages.
Supplies provided. Create and enjoy!
M 2:00-5:00 p Ongoing Free Th 9:00a-12:00 p Ongoing Free NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
SIMI SETTLERS
AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Contact www.simisettlers.org for more information.
- - - 2nd Th 7:00-9:00 p Ongoing Free
THURSDAY NIGHT QUILTERS with Deborah Delahunt
Please join us for a night of quilting on your own projects.
Must have own machine and notions.
Th 5:30-9:30 pm Ongoing Free
QUILTING CLUB
with Roberta Nicholson
Enjoy quilting with other friendly quilters!
Th 9:00 a-12:30 p Ongoing Free S 9:00 a-12:30 p Ongoing Free
QUALITY QUILTERS
with Anne Sidell, Sue Glasgow &
Virginia Hurlock
Students will receive a good understanding of basic quilting.
Two quilting projects will be made in this interactive and creative setting. Bring your sewing machine,
W 9:00 a-2:00 p Ongoing Free
WOODCARVING CLUB
with Dick White, Ed Tingstrom, & Terry Wells
The club is for experienced carvers ONLY! Students must be aware of all safety issues in order to participate. Facilitators will review student’s work/ability before joining the club. If deemed an inexperienced carver, student must take Thursday woodcarving class first. Students in the club will work on their own woodcarving projects.
Tu 9:00 a-12:00 p Ongoing Free
SLIPCASTING AND HANDBUILDING CERAMICS with Joanne Kramer
Learn ceramic techniques such as slip casting, hand building (coiling, slab making and molds). This is a low-fire class. Some materials provided and students will buy their own clay.
Resource on where to buy clay will be given at first class. All levels welcome.
7 W 10:00 a-12:00 p 1/5-2/16 * $65 7 W 12:00 a-2:00 p 1/5-2/16 * $65 7 W 10:00 a-12:00 p 3/9-4/20 * $65 7 W 12:00-2:00 p 3/9-4/20 * $65
* $15 Material Fee due to instructor at 1st class.
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
GLASS FUSION with Joanne Kramer
Learn glass fusion techniques, cutting, layering, and slumping.
Projects require materials not included in the lab fee. Teacher must approve all glass before using. Resources to buy supplies will be provided by instructor at first class.
7 Th 11:00 a-1:00 p 1/6-2/17 $75 7 Th 11:00 a-1:00 p 3/10-4/21 $75
* $45 Material Fee due to instructor at 1st class.
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
Charles Knecht Classes:
ADVENTURES IN WATERCOLOR
This is a beginning watercolor class whereby you will learn properties of washes, values, composition, and colors. This class will expand your creativity and knowledge of watercolor. Students will furnish their own supplies. List of supplies given upon
registration.
7 M 1:00-3:00 p 1/3-2/28 $65 7 M 1:00-3:00 p 3/7-4/18 $65 NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
ROUGH SKETCH TO A FINISH DRAWING
In this beginning class students will learn how to capture the es- sence of a subject in moments with a rapid sketch. Students will furnish their own supplies. List of supplies given upon registration.
7 M 10:00 a-12:00 p 1/3-2/28 $65 7 M 10:00 a-12:00 p 3/7-4/18 $65 NO CLASS 11/17, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
WOODCARVING with Dick White
This class will be open to beginning, intermediate and advanced carvers. New students will be given simple projects under the guidance of the instructor and advance at their own speed.
Students will furnish their own supplies.
7 Th 9:00 a-12:00 p 1/6-2/17 $20 7 Th 9:00 a-12:00 p 3/3-4/14 $20
ARTS
ARTS
Linda Cantrell Classes:
BEGINNING WATERCOLOR
This class is for students with little or no painting
experience. Students furnish their own supplies. The instructor will demonstrate all projects in class.
7 W 12:30-3:30 p 1/5-2/16 $65 7 W 12:30-3:30 p 3/9-4/20 $65 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED WATERCOLOR
All techniques and projects will be demonstrated by the instruc- tor. Students can either do the class project or work on their own paintings. Students furnish their own supplies.
7 F 12:30-3:30 p 1/7-2/18 $65 7 F 12:30-3:30 p 3/11-4/22 $65 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING
This class is intended for students with previous painting experience. Students have the choice of doing the class project or working on their own paintings. Students will furnish their own supplies.
7 Th 12:30-3:30 p 1/6-2/17 $65 7 Th 12:30-3:30 p 3/10-4/21 $65 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
PAINTING STUDIO
This class is for students to work on their own projects. Any media is ok. The instructor will be there to assist students as needed. Students will furnish their own supplies.
7 Tu 12:30-3:30 p 1/4-2/15 $55 7 Tu 12:30-3:30 p 3/8-4/19 $55 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY with Nadia Miller
Discover a variety of techniques from hand building and/or wheel throwing to transform raw clay into a unique functional or sculptural piece of art. All student levels are welcomed. This class uses mid-range Cone 5/6 materials only. Students will need to bring a small pottery tool kit, a towel, and a few brushes for glazing. Each student will receive a 5lb bag of clay to start. All other clay will need to be purchased sepa- rately and approved by the instructor.
Day Classes:
7 Tu 10:00 a-12:00 p 1/4-2/15 $65 LAB 7 Tu 12:30-2:30 p 1/4-2/15 $55
7 Tu 10:00 a-12:00 p 3/1-4/12 $65 LAB 7 Tu 12:30-2:30 p 3/1-4/12 $55 Night Classes: (Ages 18+)
7 Tu 6:00-9:00 p 1/4-2/15 $90 7 Tu 6:00-9:00 p 3/1-4/12 $90 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
DANCE
LINE DANCING with Carol Thomsen
An excellent way to become fit and stay fit while learning the latest line dances. No partner needed. Come join us!
6 W 5:30-6:30 p 1/19-3/2 $30 6 W 6:45-7:45 p 1/19-3/2 $30 5 W 5:30-6:30 p 3/16-4/27 $30 5 W 6:45-7:45 p 3/16-4/27 $30 NO CLASS 2/9, 4/13
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St
Debbie Munz classes:
BEGINNING TAP DANCE
Tap for beginners or those who want a slower pace. You’ll learn a dance while working on rhythm, coordination, memory and balance.
Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
7 F 3:30-4:30 p 1/7-2/18 $40 6 F 3:30-4:30 p 2/25-4/1 $35 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
TAP I DANCE
Learn steps that will be used in a fun routine! You’ll learn a dance while working on rhythm, coordination, memory and balance. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
7 Tu 4:30-5:30p 1/4-2/15 $40 7 Tu 4:30-5:30p 2/22-4/5 $40 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
TAP II DANCE
Learn tap steps that will get you tappin’ to a fun routine. Must have previous experience. Improve rhythm, balance and coordination.
Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
7 Tu 3:30-4:30 p 1/4-2/15 $40 7 Tu 3:30-4:30 p 2/22-4/5 $40
CLOGGING with Evy Eisele
Clogging is a toe tapping, energetic fun form of dancing to all kinds of music. All steps are cued, so no memorizing, no
partner needed. This is a great exercise class for the mind and body.
3 levels will be taught. Beginning starts at 6:45 pm.
Easy-Intermediate starts at 7:30 pm. Intermediate starts at 8:15 pm.
Stay all night if you would like! For more inquires please call Evy at (805) 469-7909.
M 6:45-9:00 p JAN $6 per night M 6:45-9:00 p FEB $6 per night M 6:45-9:00 p MAR $6 per night M 6:45-9:00 p APR $6 per night Location: Houghton-Schreiber Park, 4333 Township Ave
FITNESS
AGE 50+ BOCCE BALL with Henry & Roz Kraus
Come and join the fun of Bocce Ball! This is an Italian game played with 1 small ball (Pallino) and 8 larger balls (Bocce). Show your skills by getting the Bocce as close as you can to the
Pallino. All skill levels are welcome. Meet new people and make new friends.
W 8:30-10:00 a 1/5-4/27 $5 NO ACTIVITY 3/16
Location: Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi
ACTIVE ADULT NEON BOCCE BALL NIGHT
with Henry Kraus
Come join this fun and unique night of Neon Bocce Ball. This game is open to all levels over the age of 50. Meet new people and make new friends. See ya then!
AGE 50+ NIGHT:
W 6:00-7:30 p 1/19 $5 p/p
W 6:00-7:30 p 2/16 $5 p/p
W 700-8:30 p 3/23 $5 p/p
W 7:00-8:30 p 4/20 $5 p/p
Location: Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi
ARTHRITIS CHAIR EXERCISE with Gracie Lerno
Learn to keep your muscles and limber stretched from head toe in this arthritis chair exercise program.
Tu 10:30 -11:30 a Ongoing Free Th 1:15-2:15 p Ongoing Free Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
CORNHOLE
with Stan Kalsman
Come join the fun picnic game of Cornhole. Easy to play and all levels welcome. No experience necessary.
M 9:30-11:30 a JAN $5
M 9:30-11:30 a FEB $5
M 9:30-11:30 a MAR $5
M 9:30-11:30 a APR $5
NO ACTIVITY 1/17, 2/21
Location: Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave
RELAXATION & MEDITATION with Usa Larson
Certifited Meditation Instructor
Learn the techniques of meditation and relaxation. Improve health, stress and well-being. Leads to more centered life. Anyone is welcomed.
W 8:00-8:50 a Ongoing Free Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
EDUCATIONAL
Lori Gildow classes:
UNDERSTANDING THE CLOUD
Use a PC to access info from your phone/tablet. Must have user/
password for account login. Organize photos, contacts, calen- dars.
2 Tu 10:00 a-12:00 p 1/11-1/18 $20 2 W 10:00 a-12:00 p 4/6-4/13 $20
BEGINNING WINDOWS
Use a PC to learn the basics of your computer. The instructor will give you hands on guidance and answer any questions you may have regarding Windows.
3 W 11:30 a-1:00 p 3/9-3/23 $30
EXPLORING YOUR iPad
Learn how to communicate with friends, family and of course those savvy grandkids on your iPad or tablet. This is a basic beginner course to get you on the path to get you active on your device.
3 W 9:00-11:00 a 1/12-1/26 $30 3 W 9:00-11:00 a 3/2-3/16 $30 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
TOTAL TECHNOLOGY:
USING YOUR CELL PHONE
Intergenerational class in which teens will educate and instruct seniors on how to use components of their cell phone, such as text messaging, internet, and pictures.
1 M 3:15-4:45 p 1/10 $10*
1 Tu 3:15-4:45 p 2/8 $10*
1 M 3:15-4:45 p 3/7 $10*
1 Tu 3:15-4:45 p 4/5 $10*
USING YOUR LAPTOP OR TABLET
Intergenerational class in which teens will educate and instruct seniors on how to use components of their laptop or tablet.
Class will include small group or one-on-one instruction. Teens registered through our volunteer program will receive service hours.
1 Tu 3:15-4:45 p 1/25 $10*
1 M 3:15-4:45 p 2/28 $10*
1 Tu 3:15-4:45 p 3/22 $10*
1 M 3:15-4:45 p 4/11 $10*
Cost for registration, not volunteer(s)
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
BEGINNERS TRAVELERS FRENCH with Dorena Martin
Join us to learn a fun way to learn travelers French for
beginners. Games, role play, pronunciation and easy curriculum.
Firsthand experience from professor who lived in Paris, France.
7 Sa 10:00-11:00 a 1/8-2/19 $45 7 Sa 10:00-11:00 a 3/12-4/23 $45 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
GET MOVING FITNESS with Jody Zieska
This is a standing cardio, weight training movement class; which includes pop and oldies music. No floor work.
7 Th 10:00-10:55 a 1/6-2/17 $30 7 Th 10:00-10:55 a 3/10-4/21 $30 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
INDOOR LAWN BOWLING with Roz Kraus
Indoor Lawn Bowling is played with 2 teams, each team with their own color "Bowls" (balls), on a green carpet. The object is to get your color Bowl (ball) closest to the "Jack" (a smaller white ball).
Points are given to the closest Bowls. Come and join this fun activity and make new friends.
Tu 1:15-3:15 p 1/4-4/26 Free Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
LADDER BALL with Henry Kraus
Come out an meet some new friends or come with friends you already know. Instructions will be given to those who never played before or need a refresher course.
4 Tu 9:00 –10:00 a 1/4-1/25 $5 4 Tu 9:00 –10:00 a 2/1-2/22 $5 4 Tu 9:00 –10:00 a 3/1-3/29 $5 4 Tu 9:00 –10:00 a 4/5-4/26 $5 NO ACTIVITY: 3/15
Location: Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi
LOW IMPACT AEROBIC FITNESS with Carol Thomsen
Get an overall workout with aerobic dance, muscle building and stretching.
8 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 1/4-1/27 $25 8 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 2/1-2/24 $25 10 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 3/1-3/31 $25 8 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 4/5-4/28 $25 Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St
“ON LOCATION” WALKING TOUR OF CORRIGANVILLE
with Gregg Anderson
Enjoy reliving the memories of the great western movies. See where over 400 movies and TV shows were filmed. Wear hiking or comfortable shoes.
Sat 10:00 a-12:00 p 1/15 $5 p/p Sat 10:00 a-12:00 p 2/ 19 $5 p/p Sat 10:00 a-12:00 p 3/19 $5 p/p Sat 10:00 a-12:00 p 4/ 16 $5 p/p Location: Corriganville Park, 7001 Smith Rd.
FITNESS
Pati Albert’s Classes:
RYT500 Registered Yoga Teacher, AFAA Certified Fitness In- structor
CHAIR YOGA
Students will practice poses while seated in a chair and use the chair for assistance in standing poses. You do not have to get on the floor! Increase strength, flexibility and balance while learning to relax. Wear loose clothing.
7 M 10:00 a -11:00 a 1/3-2/28 $35 7 M 10:00 a -11:00 a 3/7-4/18 $35 7 W 11:00 a -12:00 p 1/5-2/16 $35 7 W 11:00 a -12:00 p 3/9-4/20 $35 NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
PILATES
Experience a true Pilates Mat Workout. Build core strength, tone muscles, and increase flexibility. Modifications will be given for each exercise, making the class suitable for all fitness levels.
Bring a Mat and a large beach towel, Wear loose clothing.
7 W 10:00-11:00 a 1/5-2/16 $35 7 W 10:00-11:00 a 3/9-4/20 $35 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
PILATES ~ STRENGTH
Pilates Mat Workout, hand weights and resistance bands are added to create a weighted workout that builds body strength, flexibility and core strength. Bring a Mat and a large beach towel, wear loose clothing.
7 F 10:00-11:00 a 1/7-2/18 $35 7 F 10:00-11:00 a 3/11-4/22 $35 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
SUNSHINE YOGA
Basic Hatha Yoga– designed for both beginners and those with previous yoga practice. This Monday morning class will get your week started on the right foot. Class taught in a safe and wel- coming atmosphere. There will be plenty of stretching, basic poses, and relaxation. Class taught in a safe and welcoming at- mosphere. Bring a yoga mat, a large beach towel, yoga blanket, and a “Sunny” disposition.
7 M 9:00 –10:00 a 1/3-2/28 $42 7 M 9:00 –10:00 a 3/7-4/18 $42 NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
THERAPEUTIC FITNESS
*Back by popular demand! No floor work! This class is open to all fitness levels. Low impact movement, stretches, and strength building while seated on a chair. Light hand weights, balls, and bands are used. Wear loose clothes and be ready to have fun.
7 W 12:15-1:00 p 1/5-2/16 $35 7 W 12:15-1:00 p 3/9-4/20 $35
FITNESS
REGISTERING
* Go online to RSRPD.org
* Select Recreation at the top of the page
* Select AGE 50+
* When on Age 50+ page scroll all the way down and you will see categories and classes which you can select and signup for directly. Click the
“plus to see the description of the class and how many classes are offered. There is a little blue box at the bottom of
the class description you’ll click on.
* You will need to make an Account once you select the class you want, follow the instructions.
*
Checkout by following the instructions given. You will receive a confirmationemail regarding your registration once complete.
FITNESS
YOGA 101
Designed for beginners or those looking for a Gentle Yoga class.
Combining stretch, gentle movements, meditation, and basic Hatha poses. This class will restore harmony to the body and relax the mind. Bring a Yoga Mat and a large beach towel, wear loose clothing.
7 F 11:00 a-12:00 p 1/7-2/18 $42 7 F 11:00 a-12:00 p 3/11-4/22 $42 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
YOGA
Designed for both those with yoga experience and those that wish to learn Yoga. Hatha Yoga poses are taught in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Emphasis is on good form and posture. Class will build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and create personal harmony. Bring a Yoga Mat and a large beach towel, wear loose clothing.
7 M 6:00-7:00 P 1/3-2/28 $49 7 M 6:00-7:00 P 3/7-4/18 $49 NO CLASS: 1/17, 2/21
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St. Activity #4
PICKLEBALL with Stan Kalsman
*Program begins when mask mandate is lifted
Tu/Th 8:30 -12:00 p 1/4-12/31 $25 NO CLASS Major Holiday’s or RSRPD Function.
Location: Rancho Santa Susana Community Center, 5001 L. A. Ave.
PING-PONG
All ping-pong times are open play, but are subject to change at any time. All major Holidays the center will be closed.
M 1:15–3:15 p Tu 12:00-2:00 p Th 7:00-9:30 p F 12:15-3:15 p Sa 10:00 a -12:15 p
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
SHUFFLEBOARD with Stan Kalsman
Lots of fun and easy to play. No prior experience necessary.
Weather pending.
F 9:30 -11:30 a Jan $5
F 9:30 -11:30 a Feb $5
F 9:30 -11:30 a Mar $5
F 9:30 -11:30 a Apr $5 Location: Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave
MUSIC FITNESS
STRENGTH BUILDING Instructor Eileen Cohen
Improve your strength, flexibility and balance. Bring your own weights, water bottle and a mat.
6 M 3:30-4:30 p 1/10-2/28 $30 7 M 3:30-4:30 p 3/7-4/18 $30 NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St.
STRETCH- STRENGTH - AEROBIC DANCE with Sandi Patterson
Develop and maintain flexibility, strength, and cardio respiratory endurance through stretching, weight lifting, ball exercises and aer- obic line dance.
14 Tu/Th 2:45-4:45 p 1/4-2/17 $30 14 Tu/Th 2:45-4:45 p 3/8-4/21 $30 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
WII BOWLING LEAGUE with Henry Kraus
Come and join the FUN and EXCITEMENT! This is your chance to join a Bowling League without the worries of finding the right sized ball or even shoes that fit properly. RSRPD is beginning their own Wii Bowling League! Each week you and your partner will use the Wii Bowling (gaming system) to bowl against another team.
Handicaps will be established after the first week. There will be prize giveaways and a grand prize at the end of the 8-week season for the team with the most wins. Space is limited so sign-up today!
8 Th 9:00 a-12:00 p 1/6-2/24 $12 p/p 8 Th 9:00 a-12:00 p 3/3-4/28 $12 p/p NO CLASS 3/17
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St.
STRENGTH and FITNESS Instructor Penny Jordan
Core, flexibility, and strengthening. This is a full body workout.
Please bring weight Fell free to contact the instructor with any questions you may have (805) 587-9679.
7 Th 5:30-6:30 p 1/6-4/28 Free Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
SIMI VALLEY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA with Stuart Thomson
Wanted! People interested in joining a strings class. Do you play violin, viola, or cello? Interested in learning to play or been away from your instrument for a “few” years? Maybe try something new? For more information call (805) 584-0650. New students please call the instructor before attending first class.
M 6:30-9:00 p Ongoing Free
NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
ZUMBA GOLD
Certified Instructor Jennifer Wood
Easy-to-follow Latin dance workout. This modified ZUMBA fitness class allows you to move at your own pace, and builds cardiovascular health. Great way to stay connected and keep you moving!
Day Classes:
7 Tu 9:20-10:20 a 1/4-2/15 $25 7 W 9:00-10:00 a 1/5-2/16 $25 7 Tu 9:20-10:20 a 3/8-4/19 $25 7 W 9:00-10:00 a 3/9-4/20 $25 Night Classes:
7 Tu 6:00-7:00 p 1/4-2/15 $25 7 W 6:00-7:00 p 1/5-2/16 $25 7 Tu 6:00-7:00 p 3/8-4/19 $25 7 W 6:00-7:00 p 3/9-4/20 $25 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
CHAIR ZUMBA
Certified Instructor Jennifer Wood
Chair-based Zumba exercise for people who have difficulty standing or walking. Builds cardiovascular health.
7 Tu 4:50-5:50 p 1/4-2/15 $35 7 Tu 4:50-5:50 p 3/9-4/20 $35 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
20/20/20 - Cardio/Weights/Stretch Certified Instructor Jennifer Wood
This class is 20 minutes of CARDIO, 20 minutes of WEIGHTS 20 minutes of STRETCH
7 W 4:50-5;50 p 1/5-2/16 $25 7 W 4:50-5:50 p 3/8-4/219 $25 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
HORSESHOES
with Gary Muirhead and Ben Diede
This is for all ages and open to anyone. Comedown and throw some shoes! Beginning Jan 6th, 2022!
Th 9:00-11:00 am Ongoing Free
AN INTRODUCTION TO BASIC BALLET with Mary Pat Weber
Get your fitness plan back on track with barre workout to improve strength, balance, and coordination. No dance experience necessary. Casual clothes ok. Ballet slippers recommended.
7 M 5:30-6:45 p 1/3-2/28 $42 7 M 5:30-6:45 p 3/7-4/18 $42 7 F 8:35-9:50 a 1/7-2/18 $42 7 F 8:35-9:50 a 3/4-4/15 $42 NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
EXCURSIONS
England, Scotland &
Wales
August 27 - Sept. 10, 2022 15 Days & 14 Nights
Double - $4,799 p/p Single - $5,899
St. Louis, Branson, Memphis, & Nashville Sept. 18 - 25, 2022
8 Days & 7 Nights Double - $3,299 p/p Single - $3,999
Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta and Santa Fe
Oct. 7 - 12, 2022 6 Days & 5 Nights Double - $2,999p/p Single - $3,499
COLLETTE:
Sunny Portugal March 22-31, 2022 Double - $2,498 p/p Single - $4,998 p/p Triple - $2,468 p/p
Please contact Bryan, Stan or Henry for more information at (805) 583-6059.
FRIENDLY EXCURSIONS:
San Diego New Years!
Dec. 28, 2021- Jan. 1, 2022 5 Days & 4 Nights
Double - $1,999.00 p/p Single - $2,699.00
Washington D.C.
Apr.28 - May 2, 2022 5 Days & 4 Nights Double - $2,499 p/p Single - $3,299
Beautiful Central Coast June 6 –9, 2022
4 Days & 3 Nights Double - $995.00 p/p Single - $1,195.00 Best of Chicago June 15 - 21, 2022 7 Days & 6 Nights Double - $2,799 p/p Single - $3,499
Yellowstone, Grand Te- tons, and Mt. Rushmore July 7 –15, 2022
9 Days & 8 Nights
Double - $3,499.00 p/p Single - $4,399.00