Registration for winter programs will begin on Monday, December 15, 2008. 

Happy New Year!  Pre-MSO Pickleball Tournament
Start the new year with PICKELBALL!  This Women’s Doubles & Men’s Doubles tournament is part of the new Southeast Michigan tournament series and is a great way to begin the year.  The Michigan Senior Olympics (MSO) winter games are being held in February 2, 3 & 4 and will be including pickleball for the first time!  If you are participating in MSO, this tournament will be great practice for the games!  So grab a partner and mail in or drop off your registration to the community center.  Watch for other SE Michigan Tournaments throughout 2009 with discounted prices for USAPA members; become a member online at www.usapa.org" If you are a USA Pickelball Association (USAPA) member there is a $10 discount in price for this tournament,  refund & registration deadline December 22nd.  NO SUBSTITUTIONS.  Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place and snacks provided.  Start times are subject to change.
Date: Saturday, January 3
Time: Women 8:00 registration
Men 12:00 registration
Cost: $  5.00 per person for USAPA member #152017
$15.00 non USAPA member

Fitness programs open to adults age 55 and up.  Must register and have a Community Center card and valid photo ID.  Residency requirements for some programs.

 

Residents of Auburn Hills with a Community Center Card can use the Fitness Room at the Community Center FREE OF CHARGE Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 PM and Saturday, 10 AM - 9 PM.  You must check-in at the Front Desk and provide your Community Center Card (non-residents may purchase a fitness pass, call for details). 

 

The fitness room includes treadmills, elliptical, a strength machine, stationary bike and more.  Showers and lockers are available; please bring your own lock and towel.

Registration Required with Community Center Card,
Pool courtesy of the Hilton Suites.   Please bring your own towel.    
Date: Ongoing, Tuesdays and Thursdays
No Swim November 25 or 27, December 23, 25, 30 & January 1
Time: Open Swim: 10:30-1:30 PM,

Gentle Moves Class 10:45-11:15, NOTE NEW TIME
Water Aerobic Fitness: 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. NOTE NEW TIME
Cost: No Fee Residents Only # 552003

 

 

Chair Exercise - Chair Exercise is a drop in class that can be done in a seated position. Mild strength and toning, stretching and relaxation techniques help improved flexibility.
Day:      Mondays and Wednesdays, No class Nov. 19
Time:   11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Golden Beats - Golden Beats uses simple seated & standing low impact movements while playing rhythms with drumsticks on a ball.  Class will include balance and gentle endurance exercises using hand weights.  No musical talent necessary, just a great attitude!  Led by a certified Drums Alive instructor.  On-going drop in program. 
Day:    Fridays    No class October 3, November 28, December 26
Time:  11:15 AM – 11:45

This class is designed to start a yoga practice at your most comfortable level.  You will learn to move with your breath, stretch, strengthen and lengthen your muscles using gentle moves in and beside the chair or on your mat.  This class will give you a starting point for a regular yoga practice that you can personalize to your own body.  * Bring your own yoga mat if you are planning on going to the floor.  If using a mat be sure you can get down to and off of the floor on your own.  Everyone please bring a sturdy cotton type blanket & yoga blocks are encouraged.
Date:  Fridays, Sept. 12 - Dec. 19 No class Oct. 3, Nov. 28
Time:   8:30-9:30 am
Cost:   Resident $30, Non-Resident $35,  # 452016

This time is for residents who would like to use the Fitness Room, but aren’t sure what to do with the machines!  Sign up to meet with the Senior Fitness Coordinator who will walk you through each machine step by step to help get you started.  Feel free to make this appointment more than once for continued support or to shake up your routine.
Date:    Monday, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 3, Dec. 8
Time:  1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Cost:   No-Fee - Residents Only  # 552004

 

Come and try this growing sport!  Pickle ball will be held indoors and is a simple paddle game, playing a special perforated slow-moving ball over a tennis type net on a badminton sized court.  If you love racquet sports, you’ll love Pickle ball!  Get your workout in while having a great time with a great group of people.  Monday play time is split into an early time for Just For Fun play and later for the more Competitive player.  Wednesday is open play.   MUST REGISTER TO PLAY
Date:          Sept. 8 – Dec. 22, No play Sept. 22, Oct. 6
Day/Time:   Mondays 9:30 AM-1:00 PM 
                  Wednesdays 9:30 AM-1:00 PM
Cost:   Residents: No Fee / Non-Resident $33, # 452018
Drop in $2.00 per visit

This class concentrates on appropriately modified strength training to increase muscle strength and endurance, tone and firm muscle tissue, strengthen bone and connective tissue and increase flexibility and balance.   Monday, Wednesday and Friday,
Date:  October 27-December 19 No class Nov. 28,
Time:   8:30 AM – 9:30 AM 
Cost:   Resident $48 / Non-resident $53  # 452014

 

Drums Alive Power Beats is a fun workout that combines simple dance aerobic movements with drumming on a fitness ball.  We will enjoy low impact cardiovascular exercise and simple strength & endurance exercises using weights and abdominal/core exercises using the ball.  Golden Power Beats is for energetic individuals 55+ and is comparable to a traditional low impact dance aerobics class.  Burn calories, get strong, have fun!  Led by a certified Drums Alive instructor.  Please wear supportive shoes, and bring an exercise mat.
Date: Oct. 22 – Dec. 3 
Time: Mondays 9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Res. $12, Non-Res. $17 # 452020
 

Walk or jog your way to fitness!  The Community Center features a walking track that is available for use to our Walking Club members.  Walkers have the opportunity to participate in resistance exercise intervals using bands, weights, balance equipment and occasionally balls, track your miles!  Music provided.   Gym shoes required.
Registration Required
Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 8:00-10:00 AM, Walk/Weight Circuit offered 8:30AM – 9:30AM. 
Cost: No fee residents, non-resident see front desk for attendance fee
# 552002

Everyone can enjoy this exercise class that can help strengthen your heart, increase aerobic endurance, core strength, balance and coordination.  Kicking and punching or “shadowboxing” to upbeat music is fun and empowering!  You will always be working at a walk level, we will use light weights for muscle endurance training at the end and finish with a great stretch.  Join Michelle for a new adventure in fitness and cardio kick your way to better health!  Bring a mat to do core-work at the end of class. Studio
Date:    January 14 - March 25
Day/Time:   Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
Cost:  Residents: $19 / Non-Residents $24

If you love to dance you will love Tai Chi.  Some call Tai Chi a moving meditation because it can be very relaxing.  Tai Chi has also been called a health dance because it has health benefits too.  Tai Chi is known for improving balance, strengthening muscles and bones, reducing stress and lowering blood pressure.  Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
FREE Demonstration Day: September 8, 10:30-11:30 AM
Date:  Mondays, Studio
 Session #1: Sept.  15 – Nov. 17   # 452015
Time:  10:30-11:30 AM
Cost:   Each Session: Resident $50, Non-Residents $55 
 

Auburn Hills Senior Services and Oakland University are teaming up to offer Auburn Hills residents 55+ and opportunity to use the University fitness facility.  Lap swim and track usage is available to senior resident with a Community Center card.  Register at the Auburn Hills Community Center.  Must have a Community Center Card.
Day: Ongoing, Monday – Friday 
Time: 9:00 a.m-3:00 p.m.
Cost: $5.00 a visit payable directly to Oakland University
 

Blood Pressure screenings by volunteers are available the second Monday and the fourth Wednesday of each month between 11:00 a.m. and noon.  No appointments are necessary.  Also seeking volunteers to take blood pressures.