Adult & Senior Activities

The Recreation Department provides a wide variety of Programs for adults and seniors. So scroll down the page and check out Ballroom Dancing, Specialized Fitness Classes, Water Aerobics, Weight Conditioning, Yoga, Bowling, Art Classes and other activities. Programs, times, and sites vary throughout the year.

Adult Fitness Class
Conducted by Helen Clark, the Adult Finess Classes guarantee a full body workout using a variety of stretches, low impact aerobics, elastic bands, and seated weight workouts. Program activities vary according to site. Proper exercise attire is required. 

Location
This Program is held at Grace Church Van Vorst, Pershing Field, and Curries Woods.  

Schedule
Grace Church Van Vorst - 2nd & Erie Streets on Mondays, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Beginner Weight & Conditioning Class

Pershing Field Community Center- Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
Advanced Weight & Conditioning Class; Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Alternating Weeks)
Beginner Weight & Conditioning Class 

Curries Woods - Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Beginner Weight & Conditioning Class

Additional Requirement/Info/Fees
All Programs are FREE and open to Jersey City residents. Participants should wear sneakers and comfortable clothes they can move in.  NOTE: The Pershing Field Class is held EVERY OTHER WEEK, alternating with Yoga. See below for Yoga Program description.

Registration
There is no formal registration. Just show up and join the action! For more information, download 2012 flyer here.

Adult Outdoor Fitness Class
Adults only, this Program is conducted at the Pershing Field Park Track, where participants will begin Walk/Run Training. It's a great way to get in shape for 5K races!  

Locations
Pershing Field Park Track

Schedule
This Program will begin on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. in Mid-March, weather permitting.

Additional Info\Requirements\Fees
Proper exercise attire, like exercise clothing and running shoes or sneakers, are required. Register on site. Call Helen Clark at 201.920.6649 for more information. Download Flyer Here! 

Art Class - Learn To Paint
Ever want to get in touch with your inner Monet? Come join art instructors Diane Fleming and Elaine James at this free art class which is open to beginners. This Program is free and open to adults and seniors who reside in Jersey City. 

Location
Pershing Field Community Center, 201 Central Avenue

Schedule
This Program begins Thursday, June 7th, 2012 and will run every Thursday from 5:00  p.m. to 8:30 p.m. through the summer.Each semester will focus on a different subject and students will produce a completed painting suitable for framing.

Additional Requirements/Info/Fees

• All participants must purchase the necessary supplies
• The supply list will be given at registration
• This Program is free and open only to adult or senior Jersey City residents

Registration
Pre-registration is required. Proof of residency is required. For more information or to put yourself on the list for the next semester, call  the Pershing Field office at 201-547-6886. Download Flyer Here!

Ballroom Dancercise for Adults & Seniors
Ballroom Dancercise is a great way to have fun, get in shape, and finally learn how to rhumba or how to perfect a killer tango! The basic elements of Salsa, Rhumba, Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Tango, and more will be taught. Registration is on-site, so just show up and get moving! All classes taught by Dance Instructor and Certified Physical Education Specialist Peter Aceti, MA, MA.

Location & Schedule
New Curries Woods 
3 New Heckman Drive
Mondays - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Grace Church Van Vorst
2nd & Erie Streets
Tuesdays -10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

Maureen Collier Community Center
335 Bergen Avenue
Wednesdays -10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Additional Requirements/Info/Fees
This Program is free and open only to adult or senior Jersey City residents.

Registration
On-site registration. Proof of residency is required. For more information call 201-547-5003 or download 2012 flyer here! 

Bowling Program
This program is free and open to adults and senior citizens who reside in Jersey City. This Program is conducted at Hudson-Bayonne Lanes on Friday afternoons and Leagues form at different times throughout the year. Check back often to see when new Leagues are forming!

Locations
Hudson - Bayonne Lanes – 1 Garfield Avenue.

Schedule
Next session TBA.

Additional Info\Requirements\Fees
TBA

Registration
On-site registration. Proof of residency is required. For more information call 201-547-5003.

Water Aerobic
Start your day the fun way with Low Impact Aerobic Water Exercise. A year-round program that is open to adults and senior citizens who reside in Jersey City,  This Program is on-going and appropriate for most skill levels!

Location
Pershing Field Pool
201 Central Avenue

Schedule
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Additional Info/ Requirements/Fees

• A swimsuit is required.
• Towels are NOT provided, so bring your own!
• Bring a Lock!
• Adult fee: $3.00
• Senior fee: $1.00

Registration
On-site registration. Proof of residency is required. For more information, call 201-547-6886. Download flyer here. 

Yoga Instruction
Conducted by Carol Lester, the Yoga Programs offer seniors and adults a chance to work on form and alignment while focusing on strength, flexibility, and balance.  This Program is designed to accommodate all levels of experience and including floor work, vary according to site.

Locations
This Program is held at Pershing Field Community Center, Ocean Point Towers, PS #16, and Grace Church Van Vorst.

Schedule
Pershing Field Community Center
201 Central Avenue
Mondays - 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Ocean Point Towers 
425 Ocean Avenue 
Mondays - 2:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.

PS #16 
96 Sussex Street
Mondays - 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Mondays, throughout the year. This Program is designed to accommodate all levels of experience and floor mats are required.

From the end of June through the end of September (or as long as the weather holds), the PS # 16 Program meets outside at the waterfront at the foot of Dudley and Washington Streets.

Grace Church Van Vorst 
2nd & Erie Streets
Tuesdays & Fridays -11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. . 

Additional Info/ Requirements/Fees
All Programs are FREE and open to Jersey City residents. Participants must wear proper exercise attire, such as sneakers and clothes they can move in. Floor mats are required.
 
Registration
Registration takes place on-site for all Yoga Programs. Just show up and have fun! Download flyer here.