Activities & Programs

Adult Programs

Join one of our many adult programs....we offer a large variety of classes -- from Dog Obedience to Yoga.....

Dog Obedience:

Jane Metzger and Holly Lukin teach our dog obedience programs for dogs and their handlers. We offer classes for puppies and dogs. Please bring your dog, a 6 foot leather lead and collar. Wear comfortable clothing and rubber soled shoes. Also bring some goodies and your dog's favorite squeaky toy to class.

*Proof of Rabies and Parvovirus must be brought in on the first day of class.

 

Good Citizen Dog Training with Janet Metzger

Dates:  March 1 - April 12

Day:    Mondays

Beyond Beginners: 9:15am - 10:00am (for dogs who have graduated from beginners)

Beginners: 10:15am - 11:00am (for dogs 5 months and older)

Puppy Kindergarten: 11:15am - 12:00pm (for puppies 5 months and younger)

Fees:   Members: $203    Non-Members: $233

 

Dates:  April 26 - June 14 (No Class 5/31)

Day:    Mondays

Beyond Beginners: 9:15am - 10:00am (for dogs who have graduated from beginners)

Beginners: 10:15am - 11:00am (for dogs 5 months and older)

Puppy Kindergarten: 11:15am - 12:00pm (for puppies 5 months and younger)

Fees:   Members: $203    Non-Members: $233

Dog Obedience with Holly Lukin

Dates:  May 4 - June 19

Day:    Tuesdays or Saturdays

Basic 1: 7:30 - 8:30pm (Tuesdays) 

Basic 2: 10:15 - 11:00am (Saturdays)

Basic 1: 9:00 - 10:00am (Saturdays)

Fees:   Members: $263    Non-Members: $293

***PRE-REGISTRATION by 4/27 is REQUIRED, No registration will be accepted after the first class, and no refunds offered after first class***

Dance:

Our complete dance program is run by Mac Donald - Pin Dancers under the direction of Carrie Pin (BFA in Dance) providing technical dance training, exercise, coordination and sheer enjoyment for all who participate.

Adult Ballroom (10-week course)

The best way to keep warm this winter season is to snuggle with the one you love while you learn the romantic art of Ballroom Dancing. This 10-class session teaches couples the basics of the Foxtrot, Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha and Rumba!

Dates:  February 19 - May 7

Day:  Friday

Time:  8:45 - 9:45 pm

Fees per couple (all participants must have a partner):  Members: $200    Non-Members: $230

Tap
Tap is Fun!  You can express yourself through the tapping rhythms

Dates: September 8 (16 classes)

Day:   Wednesday
Time:  11:30am - 12:45pm

Day:   Thursday - Intermediate Level
Time:  8:30 - 9:45 pm

Fees:    Members:  $230     Non-Members:  $260 

Adult Tennis:

For Beginners: Get a group of friends together and learn how to play tennis!

Dates:  May 3 - June 10

Instructor: Jonathan Chase

Location:  Yanity Gym

Days:  Monday - Thursday Mornings

Times:  1 hour lessons available - please contact Jonathan Chase to schedule classes.

Fees:  Members:  $198    Non-Members:  $228

 

Cardio Tennis Boot Camp: Stay in shape with a great cardio workout indoors; hit tennis balls while listening to music all winter long!

Dates:  January 11 - April 15

Instructor: Jonathan Chase

Location:  Yanity Gym

Tuesdays: 9:30 - 11:00am

Fridays: 9:30 - 11:00am

Fees:  10-punch card: Members:  $203    Non-Members:  $233 OR $25 drop-in fee/class

Theatre Classes:

Join Khristee Rich from the Dancing Curtain, where she is a performer, writer, director, production manager, and producer, will encourage students to break out of their shell and use their imagination. Khristee has a BFA degree in Theatre Performance, has attended the British American Drama Academy, and has performed in New York City.

Theatre Games for Adults

Dates:  March 23 - April 13 (FREE Drop-in class 3/16 from 4:30 - 6:00pm)

Day:    Tuesdays

Time: 12:30 - 1:30pm

Minimum Class Size: 4 people

Fees:  $80 flat rate

 

Triathlon Training Program:

This is a special self-training program for those registered in the 2010 Ridgefield Triathlon. Triathlon participants may condition at the RRC pool lap lanes on the designated days and times. You MUST show proof of triathlon registration to sign up, and you need to get a band from the front desk each time you use the pool


Dates:
January 18 - June 6

Sundays: 9:00am - 12:00pm (not available 4/4)

Mondays: 7:00am - 8:00am, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, or 8:00pm - 9:45pm (N/A 5/31)

Tuesday - Friday: 7:00am - 8:00am, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, or 7:00pm - 9:45pm (N/A 2/5, 2/12, 3/12, 3/19)

Saturdays: 7:00am - 8:45am, 12:30pm - 2:00pm, or 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Fees:  Members:  $110     Non-Members:   $140

 

Radiant Yoga:

Adult Yoga for all levels is specifically designed for awareness of one's spinal alignment, flexibility of joints, and strength of the entire muscular system.  Purchase a 10-punch or 18-punch card from the front desk.  Classes are held as follows:

Instructor: Melanie Vinci       

Mondays: 8:00 - 9:00am & 9:30 - 10:30am

Tuesdays (1st & 3rd of each month): 8:00 - 9:00am

Wednesdays: 6:15 - 7:15pm

Thursdays: 8:00 - 9:00am & 6:15 - 7:15pm

Fridays:  8:00 - 9:00am

Saturdays: 9:15 - 10:30 am

Sundays (1st & 3rd Sunday of each month): 10:00 - 11:15 am

10-Punch Card: Members:   $163     Non-Member: $193
18 Punch Card: Members:  $237   Non-Member: $297

NOTE: Cards expire 3 months from date of purchase, are non-transferable and non-refundable.

 

Self-Guided Walking:

Put on your sneakers and grab your water bottle. Yanity Gymnasium is available and FREE of charge for your walking pleasure. Listen to music, or talk with a friend while you boost your energy, burn calories, and keep down your weight!

Dates:  September 8 - December 31 (Gym will not be open on 11/26 or 12/24)
Location: 
Yanity Gym
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times:
11:30am - 2:30pm

Sewing (adult/child):

"Me and My Pal Sewing Class" is great for a adult/child pair! Mary Villa of Newtown Curtains will guide you as you use a sewing machine to make a reversible bag, pillow, tissue box cover, and more as time allows. All materials are provided. Bring your own sewing machine if you want, or use ours. *Please attend a sewing machine clinic if you are not familiar with your sewing machine.

Session Date:  March 13 - April 17 (No class 4/3)
Day: Saturday

Time: 10am - 12pm

Ages: 7 and up

Fees:  Members:  $137     Non-Members:   $167

 

Sewing Machine One Day Clinics (adult/child):

Bring your sewing machine to the Recreation Center, and have Mary Villa of Newtwon Curtains provide you with one-on-one help on how to use your machine. She will go over threading, basic stitches and more! (Childcare will be available on the premises for a $5 flat rate)

Dates:  March 13 - April 17 (Not available 4/3)
Day: Saturdays
Time:
9am - 10am

Fees:  $20 per Saturday

Ridgefield "Out and About" Club:

The "Out and About" Club is open to all adults with special needs who are 18 years and older. The Club meets twice each month and offers a variety of activities. Fees vary depending on the particular activity. For more information about this unique program call Susan Bonistalli at the Ridgefield Recreation Center.

Wolfpit Running Club:

The Wolfpit Running Club, associated with Parks and Recreation conducts "club runs" every Saturday and Sunday throughout the year. Participants meet at the Parks and Recreation Yanity Gymnasium. All runners are welcome. For further information write: Wolfpit Running Club, PO Box 48, Ridgefield, CT 06877.

Men's Basketball:

Open to men 18 years and older, stop by and get a great workout.  Call 431-2739 for more information.

Wednesday:  8:00 - 10:30 pm

Sunday:  6:30 - 9:30am

Location: Yanity Gym

No minimum or maximum number of players.
A small drop-in fee will be collected for those who are not members of the Recreation Center.

Women's Basketball:

Women's drop-in basketball takes place at the Recreation Center gymnasium from September to May on Monday evenings from 8:15 p.m. - 10 p.m. Come join the group and enjoy a recreational game of pick-up basketball.
There is a small drop-in fee for those who are not Recreation Center members.