Senior Services
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561 Main Street South
Southbury, CT 06488
Maps and Directions
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P:(203) 262-0651
F:(203) 267-4776
Monday - Thursday:
8:00am - 4:30pm
Fri: 8:00am - 1:00pm
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Senior Center Program Descriptions
You must be a member to participate in programs and activities at the Southbury Senior Center. For more information on how to join, please go to Senior Center page.
Click to download the Program Description booklet (PDF).
Aerobics A (Monday 9:30) & Aerobics B (Wednesday 9:30)
This is a low impact senior aerobics class that works the whole body. We begin with a warm up and continue on with twenty minutes of fun aerobics done to music, next we move on to arms, legs and torso which is done standing and seated with weights. Lastly, we do a cool down. You must bring your own weights. (1-2 lbs.)
Instructor: Laura
Afternoon Tea with Andrea
Join Senior Services Director, Andrea Corcoran for an afternoon cup of tea. You will have the opportunity to talk with her about a variety of subjects and get to know her better.
Day and time varies. Please check our newsletter.
Ask the Attorney (2nd Tuesday 10:00-11:00)
Attorney James Flaherty, Jr., volunteering once a month consultation on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. As it is with Ask the Financial Advisor, the visit is intended as a one-time, 15-minute initial consultation. Call the front desk to make an appointment.
Ask the Financial Advisor (2nd Tuesday 1:00-2:00)
Martin Engstler, CFA with Edward Jones in Southbury is volunteering once a month to take your questions on your finances on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. As it is with Ask the Attorney, the visit is intended as a one-time, 15-minute initial consultation. Call the front desk to make an appointment.
Ask the Realtor (2nd Tuesday 2:15-3:15)
Gina Jacobs Real Estate from Woodbury will answer all your real estate questions. Call the front desk to make an appointment.
Bingo (Thursday 12:45-2:45)
Bring your luck and share a fun afternoon of bingo. Regular and special games played. Call office for more information.
Blood Pressure Screenings (2nd Thursday 11:00-11:30)
Housatonic Valley Health District provides free blood pressure checks. Walk-ins are welcome, no appointment needed.
Chair Yoga (Tuesday 11:30)
Bend forward, backward and sideways, while practicing supported, restorative postures on a chair. We balance energetic flowing sequences guided by breath with gentle stretches, guided relaxation and healing imagery. Increasing oxygen flow, suspending time and aging. Science says people who practice yoga are 10 years younger.
Instructor: Pam
Coffee with the First Selectman
Southbury’s First Selectman Jeff Manville, will be joining us for coffee at the Senior Center to give you the opportunity to get to know him better. Jeff is eager for you to share your thoughts, hear your concerns, and answer questions about Southbury and our local government. We welcome you to join us for this casual and informal round table discussion. Day and time varies. Check our newsletter.
Fit and Flex A (Tuesday 8:45) & B (10:00)
This is a low intensity tone and flexibility class using lights weights, bands and balls. Each student uses their own Pilates stretch band with mild to moderate strength and flexibility. We also use a ball while seated and standing to work our core. This class focuses on every muscle group in the body. Comfortable clothing and sneakers are needed.
Instructor: MaryAnn
Game Day (Tuesday 1:00-3:00)
We have Wii Bowling and a couple of beautiful Scrabble boards, among other games you can choose. Come on by!
Garden Club (Seasonal - Wednesday 10-11)
The Garden Club meets every Wednesday to share gardening tips and tricks, water, weed and harvest plants grown in our raised bed garden.
Hair Cuts (2nd Wednesday 11:00-12:00)
Local hairstylist offers haircuts at the Center on 2nd Wednesday of the month. Men’s haircuts are $10 and women’s haircuts are $15 cash only. Appointments are necessary. Please check monthly newsletter for schedule.
Healthy Chats with Heidi
Public health nurse Heidi Bettcher, RN, BSN, from Housatonic Valley Health District holds a discussion on a variety of health related topics. Bring any other health related questions or concerns you want to discuss. See newsletter for days and time.
Hooks and Needles (Wednesday 1:00-2:30)
Join Kim Little at the center on Wednesday afternoons and bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery and do your craft, share ideas, and chat.
Let’s Take A Walk (Thursday 11:00)
Beginning in May join Amanda and take a walk along Southbury’s sidewalks with other members.
Line Dancing (Friday 10:40)
Line dancing is a great way to exercise while having fun. It can improve balance, coordination and cardiovascular health, all while dancing to popular music. Beginner Level, No Experience Necessary.
Instructor: Jill
Mah Jong (Thursday 11:45-2:45)
Come and play this ancient Chinese tile game. All skill levels are welcome.
Muscle Tone (Friday 9:30)
You must be comfortable with getting onto the floor. The class starts out standing with a warm up, ten to fifteen minutes of core work and the upper half of the body and legs, then moves on to the floor to work the legs, back and stomach and then we do a cool down. You must bring weights (1-2 lbs.) and a mat. *To avoid injury, please pay attention to instructor*
Instructor: Laura
My Story Writing Group (1st and 3rd Tuesday 12:30)
Do you have a story you would like to write about? Come and express yourself in writing about your various life experiences. Participate in a few writing prompts to help you express your thoughts and feelings. You can ask for constructive feedback if you wish to take your writing through the process of revising and editing. If this appeals to you, we would love to have you come to the Writer’s Group on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month.
Page Turners (2nd Wednesday 1:00)
Our book club members nominate and select books by vote in early Fall for the following year. The chosen books are available at the Southbury Public Library each month. Book selections include historic, classic and modern novels as well as biographies, mysteries and other subjects of interest. Page Turners meet for lively discussion the second Wednesday of the month.
Quilting (Wednesday 9:30)
The class works on projects throughout the year, including making things for the community. They welcome beginners and advanced students and support them as they improve their skills.
Instructor: Marianne
Senior Learning Network (Tuesday 2:00)
The Senior Learning Network (SLN) recognizes the continuous learning needs of retired citizens by developing educational programming designed specifically for this age group. It recognizes the importance of learning to the healthy maintenance of the brain and that learning should be expansive and interactive.
The Network brings remarkable people and programs right into your world. Visit behind the scenes of the ballet and talk to dancers about their current performance or career; talk to the National Archives on research in genealogy; interact with authors to discuss their books and writing style; learn from scientists why they are trying to replicate spider silk – anything you can imagine can be brought to you.
Swedish Massage (Tuesdays 12:30-3pm, check with office for days)
Enjoy a Therapeutic Massage with Andrea. State protocols will be followed to ensure a safe and relaxing experience. Massage reduces stress and circulation and lowers heart rate and blood pressure. Call office for appointment. 30 minute massage $35. 60 minute massage $55.
Table Tennis (Tuesday and Thursday 1:30)
All level players should come to the Senior Center on Tuesday & Thursdays afternoons to enjoy the game.
Tai Chi (Friday 11:45)
If you have ever wondered if Tai Chi is for you, now is a great time to try it. Tai Chi is a form of exercise that began as a Chinese tradition. It is based on martial arts, and involves slow movements and deep breaths. Tai Chi has many physical and emotional benefits. Some of the benefits of tai chi include decreased anxiety, depression and improvements in cognition. It can also reduce stress, promote better sleep, reduce risk of falling and more!
Instructor: Master Yin Yan, Ph.D.
Tap Dancing (Monday 12:00)
Beginners to Intermediate Tap Dancing. All tap dancing levels welcome to join! Comfortable clothing, tap shoes and a bottle of water.
Instructor: MaryAnn
Tango Lessons (Wednesday 10:30)
Enjoy Tango lessons here at the center with the best instructors direct from NYC! Singles are welcome and encouraged! Wear shoes that can move easily across the floor (no rubber soles).
Instructors: Dardo and Alonso
The Great Courses Presents: Turning Points in American History (2nd Wednesday 10:00)
The Great Courses presents TURNING POINTS IN AMERICAN HISTORY, presented by Professor Edward T. O’Donnell, Ph.D. College of the Holy Cross. Have you ever wondered how history really happens? Is it predetermined and inevitable or full of surprises? Does history progress by gradual evolution, or can a single person or event change its direction forever? Join us as we present a selection of lectures out of 48 possible on the Turning Points in American History. We will begin new course topics once the current topic has been completed.
Weight Strengthen and Tone (Thursday 10:00)
This class uses light weights (1-3 lbs) to strengthen and tone your body. It is a total body work out standing and/or in chair, focusing on all the major muscle groups. Please bring your own weights.
Instructor: MaryAnn
Yoga (Thursday 8:45)
Hatha Yoga works with the body, mind and spirit. By slowing the breath, the mind & body slow down, becoming aware of thought patterns that create tension in the body. Hatha Yoga teaches one the art of deep relaxation by connecting to the breath, holding postures and meditation. A mat is required for this class.
Instructor: Pam
Zumba Gold (Monday 10:45)
Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class and was designed to meet the anatomical, physiological and psychological needs of seniors. Dress comfortably.
Instructor: Amanda
Please note that these classes may be changed/corrected.
Please check the monthly newsletter for any cancellation of classes. If an instructor cancels after the newsletter has been published, they will announce an unplanned cancellation to their class as soon as they are able.