Lifelong Learning

Adult lifelong learning topics continue to expand with quality instructors and at an affordable price. Pick up a current copy of the activity guide at any Westminster recreation center to see the entire schedule of adult programs and activities.

Early registration is encouraged for the following reasons:

Class sizes are small for optimal learning and many classes fill quickly.
Instructors need time to ready supplies and prepare to teach a quality class.
If a class has low enrollment, it may be canceled. Your enrollment could be the one that allows the class to run.

Please call 303-658-2294 for more information on adult lifelong learning opportunities and adult special events.

Inquiring Minds Continuing Education Ages 18+

Gardens at The MAC Summer Walk and Talk
Join the Westminster greenhouse team in a guided tour of the gardens at The MAC. These displays showcase plants that thrive in hot, sunny Westminster. We’ll do our best to answer your gardening questions as well.
M Jun 10 9-10 a.m. $4/$6 MAC 2432937-A

Medicare 101
Come learn about eligibility, enrollment periods, and additional information regarding Medicare. Light refreshments will be provided. SPONSORED BY: Cigna
W Jul 10 2:30-3:30 p.m. $4/$6 MAC 2432938-A

Medicare Benefits and Options for Veterans
Let us show you how Medicare plans can work with Veterans in many cases to offer cost-effective options. With many extra benefits included. Light refreshments will be provided. SPONSORED BY: Cigna
W Aug 7 2:30-3:30 p.m. $4/$6 MAC 2432939-A

General Classes

Cut the Cord
Are you tired of getting ripped off by internet providers and unsatisfied with their service or entertainment offerings? If so it may be time to Cut the Cord. Please join us for a two-hour presentation on how to get rid of that expensive cable bill and enjoy your TV viewing experience more. We will cover how to make the switch including equipment needed, available entertainment options, cost, and advantages of streaming.
T Apr 23 5:45-7:45 p.m. $4/$6 MAC 2412938-C

Gardening

Composting 101
Composting is a great way to recycle your yard and kitchen waste. Learn about types of containers for composting, what materials to use, how to care for your compost once it’s started, and much more composting information.
T Apr 30 6-7 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2412937-A

It’s Time to Plant!
This class will get you ready to do some vegetable and flower planting. Topics include soil preparation, transplanting seedlings and direct sowing of seeds, fertilizers, watering, and natural pest control.
T May 7 6-7 p.m. $13/$15 CPRC 2433956-A

Cooking

Discover Great Grains
There are many fun and exciting grain alternatives to wheat! Learn about a variety of “exotic” grains, their nutritional benefits, and how to prepare them. You’ll have the opportunity to taste grains such as quinoa, millet, and barley.
T Apr 16 6-7 p.m. $17/$19 MAC 2412934-A

Let’s Cook with the Air Fryer
One of the most popular kitchen appliances is the Air Fryer. Learn about various functions and creative ways to use it during this class. Samples of foods prepared in an air fryer will be provided!
T Jun 18 6-7 p.m. $17/$19 MAC 2432954-A

Grill Great Vegetables and Fruits
Summer means grilling, but most people think of only doing meat. Outdoor chefs can lighten their menus by grilling fruits and vegetables as well! Samples and recipes will be provided.
T Aug 6 6-7 p.m. $17/$19 SFC 2434941-A

Emergency Preparation Classes

Heartsaver CPR/AED - Certification
This course trains individuals and workplaces in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use an AED. The course is video-based with lots of hands-on practice. Attendees must be 12 years or older for certification.
Sa Jun 15 8-11 a.m. $65 PSC 2432974-A
Sa Aug 17 8-11 a.m. $65 PSC 2432974-B

Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid - Certification
This course trains individuals and workplaces in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and how to use an AED. The course is video-based with lots of hands-on practice. Please feel free to bring snacks. Attendees must be 12 years or older for certification.
Sa May 18 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $75 PSC 2432975-A
Sa Jul 20 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $75 PSC 2432975-B

Health, Fitness & Wellness

Functional Fitness Sessions

If you want guidance on how to feel healthier and more vital, Functional Fitness Sessions are for you. Enhance your ability to perform activities of daily living by improving balance, flexibility, and mobility; reducing the risk of falls;
maintaining bone density; and growing stronger. One-on-one sessions are held at The MAC with Laura Brieser-Smith, a Certified Exercise Physiologist. Call The MAC at 303-426-4310 to schedule. AGES: 55+ Fee: $42 per 1-hour session; $110 for three sessions.

Health & Wellness Coaching Sessions

Making lasting changes in health habits can be challenging. Having someone support and guide you can be helpful. During a Health and Wellness Coaching session, you will work with a health professional to gain knowledge and develop strategies to create the healthy lifestyle that you desire. Call The MAC at 303-426-4310 to schedule. FEE: $42 per 1-hour session; $110 for three sessions

Seminars

Healthy Biohacking
Biohacking is about altering one’s body with various lifestyle interventions to optimize health and well-being, longevity, aesthetics, and/or performance. Learn the safety and effectiveness of many popular biohacking techniques including nutrition, supplements, wearable devices, and more.
T Apr 9 6-7 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2412928-A

Feel Better Without Drugs
There are non-drug treatments for many of the health problems from which we suffer. While lifestyle changes may not be as easy as popping a pill, they also do not have the unpleasant side effects of many medications. Learn how you can incorporate a variety of non-drug treatments into your life.
M Apr 22 1:30-2:30 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2412929-A

Protein Myths and Facts
Getting enough protein is important for everyone. However, taking in too much can cause health problems. Learn the pros and cons of protein, how much protein your body needs, and the best sources for you.
M May 6 1:30-2:30 p.m. $13/$15 CPRC 2433946-A

Build Better Balance
Do you find that your balance isn’t what it used to be? Does fear of falling prevent you from doing activities you enjoy? Learn about exercises that will help you to improve your balance.
M May 20 1:30-2:30 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2432947-A

Foods for Excellent Eye Health
The foods we eat can help us to prevent age-related eye problems and improve our overall health. Learn about what those foods are and how to incorporate them into your healthy diet.
W Jun 5 1:30-2:30 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2432948-A

Exercises for Your Face
While it may not be the fountain of youth, working the muscles of your face and neck may reduce some signs of aging. Learn a variety of exercises you can do for a wonderful facial workout.
T Jun 25 6-7 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2432949-A

Herbal- How-To
Herbal supplements can be a powerful force in treating many health problems. Learn about some of the more common herbal supplements, their uses, effectiveness, and safety considerations.
M Jul 8 1:30-2:30 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2432950-A

Learn to Relax
Stress can have a negative effect on our health. Learn strategies for stress management and relaxation including visualization, progressive relaxation, and breathing.
T Jul 23 6-7 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2432951-A

Get Fit with Exercise Tubes
Exercise tubes are inexpensive, portable, easy to use, and they can provide a great workout for your muscles! Learn fun exercises you can do with this equipment.
M Aug 12 1:30-2:30 p.m. $13/$15 SFC 2434941-A

Nutrition Alternatives to Hormone Therapy
Are there other ways to treat menopause besides hormone therapy? The answer is yes. Learn which foods, nutritional supplements and herbs may be useful in treating menopause.
T Aug 20 6-7 p.m. $13/$15 MAC 2432953-A

Music Classes Ages: 13+

The “AMAZING” Guitar Class

Students need to bring their own guitar. A learning packet is included. QUESTIONS? Or for low-cost guitar rentals, call Henry at 720-290-5854.

Beginning Guitar
Discover how easy it is to play fun songs. Create your own strumming rhythms and fingerpicking patterns. Improvise playing a melody in the first class. Read staff notation. Understand the benefits of effective posture.
W May 1-29 7:30-8:30 p.m. $70 WSC 2431953-A
W Jun 5- Jul 3 7:30-8:30 p.m. $70 WSC 2431953-B

Continuing Guitar

Discover the EDCAGE fretboard layout, chord symbol notations, playing “by ear”, the easier way to play using barre chords, blues articulations like hammer/tap/pull, and string bending.

W May 1-29 7:30-8:30 p.m. $70 WSC 2431954-A
W Jun 5- Jul 3 7:30-8:30 p.m. $70 WSC 2431954-B

The “AMAZING” Ukulele Class

A learning packet is included. Students need to bring their own ukulele. QUESTIONS? Call Henry at 720-290-5854.

Beginning Ukulele
Learn to play easy fun songs and the basic chords you’ll need. Understand rhythmic strumming patterns and how to create your own. Playing a scale lets you improvise a melody in the first class. Awareness of good posture makes it so much easier to play.
Th Jun 6-27 5:45-6:45 p.m. $56 SFC 2434955-A

Continuing Ukulele
Extend your playing skills using the five positions of the same chord, reading notations, and arranging chords to fit the melody to create richer sounds.
Th Jun 6-27 5:45-6:45 p.m. $56 SFC 2434956-A

Westminster Ukulele Community
All levels are invited to play together and learn from each other. Bring your ukulele, paper copies of songs to share, and a music stand and tuner if available. Ages 12 and under must be with an adult. No registration necessary. FEE: Daily admission or FREE for MAC, SilverSneakers®, Renew Active®, PRIME®, One Pass®, and One Pass Commercial® members.
T May 21, Jun 18, Jul 16, Aug 20 6:30-8 p.m. MAC

The “AMAZING” Piano/Keyboard Class

Students need to bring their own keyboard (61 keys minimum). A learning packet is included. QUESTIONS? Call Henry at 720-290-5854.

Beginning Piano/Keyboard
Learn to play fun melodies, and harmonies to accompany them, with easy songs. Play both hands together, using a scale to improvise a melody in the first class. Learn good posture, which makes it so much easier to play.
M Jun 3-Jul 8 6:30-7:30 p.m. $70 WSC 2431951-A

Continuing Piano/Keyboard
Learn how to create better-sounding music with chord extensions and melodic devices. Discover an easier way to read staff, chord symbols, and rhythmic notations.
M Jun 3-Jul 8 7:30-8:30 p.m. $70 WSC 2431952-A

Private Music Instrument Lessons

All ages and levels are welcome. Piano, guitar, ukulele, flute, clarinet, saxophone, half or full-hour weekly times slots to be arranged.
FEE: $40 per 1/2 hour or $60 per hour 4-PACK (30 mins): $144 | 4-PACK (60 mins): $216
QUESTIONS? Call instructor at 720-290-5854 TO REGISTER: Call 303-426-4310
M 4:30-6 p.m. WSC
W 4:30-6 p.m. WSC

Dance Classes Ages: 18+

Drop-in Dance

No partner or experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for dancing. Fee: Daily admission fee applies or FREE for pass holders, SilverSneakers®, Renew Active®, PRIME®, One Pass®, and One Pass Commercial® Members.

Line Dance

Learn a variety of popular line dances. No partner or experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for dancing. This ongoing class meets every Monday. FEE: Daily admission fee applies or FREE for pass holders, SilverSneakers®, Renew Active®, PRIME®, One Pass®, and One Pass Commercial® Members. *NO CLASS:  Aug 6-18
M   May 13-Aug 26 8-9 a.m.    Improver    MAC
M May 13-Aug 26 9-10 a.m.    Beginner    MAC
T May 7-Jul 9 1:15-2:45 p.m. Intermediate WV
T Jul 16-Aug 27 1:15-2:45 p.m. Intermediate MAC
W May15-Aug 28 1-2 p.m. Intermediate MAC
Th    May16-Aug 29       5:30-6:30 p.m. Beginner MAC
F May17-Aug 30   8:30-10 a.m. Intermediate MAC

Tap Class

Not sure if you’re ready for a tap class? Come explore the 5 basic sounds of tap, the building blocks of tap sounds, body awareness, and rhythms. Shoes are not required but welcome! FEE: Daily admission or FREE for MAC, Swim & Fitness Center, SilverSneakers®, Renew Active®, PRIME®, One Pass®, and One Pass Commercial® members.
T May 14-Aug 27 10:30-11:30 a.m. Beginner Steps MAC

Couples Dance Classes

Learn a variety of ballroom dance moves and patterns. No experience is necessary. Beginners learn basic steps while more experienced dancers refine their skills. A partner is required and must register individually. Register three working days in advance of the class start date.

Cha-Cha

T May 14-Jun 25 6-7 p.m. $56 MAC 2432966-A

Jitter Bug

*T Jul 2-Aug 27 6-7 p.m. $79 MAC 2432967-A

Country Two-Step

Sa Jun 1-22 3-4 p.m. $45 WV 2437966-A

Partner Optional Ballroom

Learn a variety of ballroom dance moves and patterns. No experience is necessary. A partner is NOT required. This class is accessible to all levels and abilities. Register three working days in advance of class start date. *No Class: Jun 6 & 13 Aug 8 & 15

Cha-Cha

*Th May 16-Jun 27 10:30-11:30 a.m. $56 MAC 2432968-A

Jitter Bug

Th Jul 11-29 10:30-11:30 a.m. $68 MAC 2432969-A

Adult Ballet Beginner

Perfect for an introduction to ballet or a return after years away! The class follows a traditional ballet structure to build balance and coordination skills. AGES: 18+ PUNCH CARD OPTION: $12/$14 per class NO CLASS: March 18-23 *RECITAL CLASS

M Jun 10-Aug 12 7:30-8:30 p.m. $90/108 CPRC 2433778-1A
F Jun 14-Aug 16 12:30-1:30 p.m. $90/108 CPRC 2433778-1B

Tap Class

Brush up on your skills and learn more intricate steps. Previous tap experience is helpful and tap shoes are required. *NO CLASSES: June 11-3, 18-20, Aug 8-15

Beginning Tap

*W May 15-Jun 26 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $56 MAC 2432963-A
W Jul 3-31 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $56 MAC 2432963-B
W Aug 21-28 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $23 MAC 2432963-C

IntermediateTap

*T May 14-Jun 25 9:15-10:15 a.m.    $56 MAC 2432964-A
T Jul 2-30 9:15-10:15 a.m.   $56 MAC 2432964-B
T Aug 20-27 9:15-10:15 a.m.   $23 MAC 2432964-C

AdvancedTap

*Th May 16-Jun 27 9:15-10:15 a.m.     $45   MAC 2432965-A
Th Jul 11-25 9:15-10:15 a.m.    $34 MAC 2432965-B
*Th Aug 1-29    9:15-10:15 a.m.    $34 MAC 2432965-C

Private Dance Lessons

Take a private/semi-private dance lesson and work on your choice of dance steps or learn a dance for your wedding or other event. QUESTIONS: Call 303-658-2294 to schedule. $60/hr

Benefits

The Westminster Recreation Department offers a wide range of educational seminars, classes, and special events for adult learning, to entertain, and enrich the lives of adults in the Westminster community.