Adult Programs

Fitness Yoga

Journey through a 75 minute mind-body class. Discover the strength and cardiovascular benefits of this power yoga class and enjoy the relaxation as you reduce stress. Gain flexibility and balance through a flow of yoga poses. This is a great class for all levels including advanced, intermediate, and beginners. Please bring a yoga mat to class.

Who: High School - Adult
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: September 13 - December 13 (No 11/24)
Time: 6:45 - 8:00 pm
Fees: $105 (26 coupons) / $65 (13 coupons) $6 (1 coupon) (non-residents add $10)
Coupons: Each coupon is good for one class & must be turned in each time you attend. Coupons expire 12/31/11& are non- transferable.
Location: HK HS Cafeteria
Instructor: Liz Young, 200 hr. registered yoga trainer

 

Dance Like a Star! Ballroom Dance Lessons

Come and learn how to Ballroom Dance like a star! Join in the fun with Kurt and Mary Lemmer (5 X amateur in American Smooth Dancing US National Finalist)Advanced Ballroom Class - students must have dance experience or have taken at least 3 sessions with Kurt. Learn continuity and technique. Proper dance shoes a must. Beginners Dance Class - Let the basic elements of Swing, Foxtrot, Rumba, and more capture the spotlight for you. What great exercise and fun!
Who: 16 years and up
Meets: Mondays
Session 1: September 12 - October 24 (No 10/10)
Session 2: November 7 - December 12
Times: a) 6:30 - 7:30 pm (Advanced)
b) 7:30 - 8:30 pm (Beginners)
Fee: $85 each session (non-residents add $10 each) (Discounts - $5 off each student if you come as a couple. $5 off each student if you have taken this class previously).
Location: HK HS Cafeteria
Instructor: Kurt and Mary Lemmer

Tennis with a Twist

A great opportunity to get some exercise using different tennis drills and improving your game at the same time. Work on forehand, backhand, serve and some strategy lessons. Beginners will learn the fundamentals while more experienced players will get a great cardio workout and improve skills.

Who: High School - Adult
Meets: Tuesdays & Wednesdays (rain date: Thursday)
Dates: September 6 - 21
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Fee: $60 (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Min. 4
Location: HK HS Tennis Courts
Instructor: Rod Pakus, HK HS Boys Tennis Coach




Self Care & Body Maintenance

Are you tired of feeling low energy, lethargic, cranky and stiff? Come to this class to stretch all your muscles from head to toe. Teresa will include techniques from tai chi, massage, reiki, therapeutic touch and stress management to help you find your energy again and jump start your days or calm your nights. Have trouble sleeping? Learn techniques to help with that too. Learn to take your health back into your own Hands. Teresa is a Licensed and Nationally Certified Massage Therapist, practicing since 1984; and a Certified Reflexologist since 1998.

Meets: Tuesdays
Session 1: September 13
Session 2: September 27
Session 3: October 11
Session 4: October 25
Time: 7:00 - 8:15 pm
Fee: $20 each session (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK HS Lower Media Center
Instructor: Teresa Resnick

Massage for Two

Would you love to receive a massage from your loved one, partner or friend without hearing them complain about how tired their hands are after two minutes? Try this massage class and learn techniques of massage that are fun and even energizing for both of you. It’s fun and it’s invigorating. You’ll even learn some new tricks of your own. This is a creative art. Come with an open mind and the desire to relax your mind and body. Participants should bring a sleeping bag and pillow to class and wear comfortable clothing.

Meets: Wednesdays
Session 1: September 21
Session 2: October 12
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Fee: $30 per person each session (non- residents add $5)
Location: HK HS Room Lower Media Center
Instructor: Teresa Resnick, LMT Licensed Massage Therapist AMTA

Live Well Workshops

Are you an adult with an ongoing health condition? You will get the support you need, find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment choices, and learn better ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health. If you have conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain, anxiety, then the Live Well Workshop can help you take charge of your life! This workshop is suitable for people with chronic health conditions, their family members, friends and caregivers!

Meets: Fridays
Dates: October 14 - November 18
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Fee: FREE! Please pre-register
Location: Haddam Senior Center
Instructor: Laura Crews, Senior Resources

Men's 30 & Over Fall Basketball

Get off those couches and come out to play! What a great way to stay fit and get in shape for the winter basketball league. This program is for residents only. Returning players, please bring your reversible Men's League tank top. New players, please bring $25 to purchase a Men's League tank top.

Meets: Sundays
Dates: October 9 - December 18 (No 11/27)
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Fee: $25
Limit: Max. 24
Location: HK Old MS Gym
Supervisor: Todd Corey and Tommy Thompson

 

30 & Over Basketball League

What a great way to get in shape! Games begin in January. Please call 345-8334 for more information. Registration will be December 10th and 17th at the Old MS Gym (12 pm).

Who: Residents of HK only, 30 & over
When: Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays
Dates: January - April
Where: Old MS & New MS Gyms
Fee: $90 (plus $25 one-time shirt fee)

Co-Ed Volleyball League

We have openings for new teams. There is an A League (competitive) and a B (recreational). If you have a team or would like more info., please call 345-8334. If you do not have a team, please call, and your name will be put on a list that will be made available to the captains. If a team captain needs more players, they will call from the list. The league plays on Wednesday evenings at the HK High School Fieldhouse and begins in October.

Senior Exercise

Get in shape, feel great, and have fun exercising with your friends. Designed for Senior Citizens.

Meets: MOndays s & Thursdays
Date: Begins September 12th (No 9/18, 11/24)
Time: 9:00 - 9:40 am
Fee: $1.50 each class, payable to instructor
Location: Killingworth Firehouse
Instructor: Valerie Corley

 

Get Fit!

Re-shape your body and lose weight at the same time! This personalized class will emphasize safe and effective resistance training techniques to help achieve your fitness goals. A variety of cardiovascular equipment is available such as stationary bikes, elliptical trainers and treadmills. There is also weight training equiment. All ability levels will benefit from this class and participants can workout at their own personal pace. Start the year right and Get Fit!

Who: High School & up
Meets: Mondays & Wednesdays
Session 1: September 12 - October 24 (No 10/10)
Session 2: November 2 - December 14 (No 11/23)
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Fee: $35 each session (non-residents add $10)
Location: HK New MS Fitness Room
Instructor: Shay O’Brien

Zumba!

Zumba is a new Latin inspired dance/fitness craze you don't want to miss. Traditional Latin dances are mixed with modern music and easy to follow choreography to give a great and fun cardio workout. Stretching, abs and toning will also be added. Anyone can Zumba - no dance experience necessary!

Who: High School & up
Meets: Mondays & Wednesdays
Session 1: September 12 - October 24 (No 10/10)
Session 2: November 2 - December 14 (No 11/23)
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 pm
Fees: $48 each session (2 x a week) / $30 each session (1 x a week - (please indicate which day)
(non-residents add $10) / $6 per class drop-in
Location: HK HS Auxillary Gym (FH if available)
Instructor: Irene Thelen, Certified Instructor (Mondays) and Stephanie Buscetta, Certified Instructor (Wednesdays)

Holiday Floral Arrangements

Make a floral arrangement just in time for the Holidays. A great way to relax, get out, meet friends & have fun. Please bring scissors or pruners to cut stems & ribbon.

Session 1: Autumn Arrangement - A fresh and dried flower combination using bold fall colors.
Date: Tuesday, November 15 at HES All-Purpose Room

Session 2: A Merry Mix - A seasonal mix of greens, flowers, and berries perfect for your holiday entertaining.
Date: Tuesday, December 13 at KES All-Purpose Room

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Fee: $28/$22 Sr. Citizens each session (non-residents add $5)
Location: HES All-Purpose Room
Instructor: Callie Glazier

 

Canine Encounters - Dog Obedience

Learn how to train your dog. Classes provide socialization through a group setting & enhances the relationship between owner and dog through the partnership which is developed through training. Communication, positive reinforcement, repetition, consistency, and timing are combined to establish bonding and skills. The basic commands such as sit, stay/wait, down, heel, the recall (come when called), and stand are taught in a positive and fun atmosphere. The goal is not a controlled pet, but rather a well-mannered, enjoyable & loved companion. The 1st class is for owners only (theory).

Who: Dogs ages 5 months & up
Meets: Thursdays
Dates: September 8 - October 20
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Fee: $95 / $75 for repeat students (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Min. 4 Max. 10
Location: HK HS (back of school)
Instructor: Marion Smith, Canine Encounters

Art Class

Learn how to draw and paint using different medias such as pen and ink, charcoal, pastel, pencil, watercolor, oils, and colors on a palette. Discover your hidden artistic talent. Long-time resident Edward Rosado has over 45 years experience and will give individual instruction in a small group setting. Beginners and Intermediates welcome. A list will be given to purchase around $25 in supplies.

Meets: Wednesdays
Dates: September 21 - November 9
Time: 6:45 - 9:15 pm (includes set up / clean up)
Fee: $95 (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Min. 5 Max. 10
Location: HK Old MS Art Room
Instructor: Edward Rosado, retired Graphic Designer & Illustrator