YWCA OF QUEENS Neighborhood NORC

Welcome to the YWCA OF QUEENS Senior Programs!

Investing in People and Strengthening our Community:

Our Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) & Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) Both programs provide exciting weekly activities for adults 60 and better and include: Exercise, Dance, Mind Body Awareness, Health & Wellness, Community Engagement, Educational, Creative Arts, Technology and Social Services, information and assistance.

Enroll today: Call (718) 353-4553 or email Cdaly@ywcaqueens.org for more information.

Monday 11:30am – 12:30pm
Yoga Fit intertwines fitness moves with basic yoga postures. It uses physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to improve overall health.

Monday 12:45pm – 2:30pm
A fun and relaxing beginner-friendly origami class! Whether you’re new or have some skills, come fold with us and enjoy the art of paper folding.

Monday 3pm – 4pm
Learn how to use a cellphone, get familiar with different functions, and also learn to use different apps.

Tuesday 10:30am – 11:30am
Zumba is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class and was designed to meet the anatomical, physiological and psychological needs of older adults.

Tuesday 11:45am – 1:15pm
Let’s learn English with Mr. Leonard and improving our spelling, reading and writing skills.

Wednesday 10am – 11am
This class is designed to improve flexibility, relaxation, and overall well-being. There are two-parts in the exercise with half hour stretching and focus on breathing on the chair and half hour exercise standing.

Wednesday 11:30am – 12:30pm
This fun and energetic class blends Latin, Jazz, and Commercial Dance styles to stay active while learning new moves. The instructor will guide students through a warm-up, followed by dancing to lively music and practicing choreographed steps.

Thursday 10:30am – 11:30am
Moving to music combines stretching, yoga, dancing, Qi Gong & Tai Chi for a healthy workout to music.

Thursday 11:30am – 12pm
Health and educational talks conduct individual consultations to address your current health concerns. Provide baseline Health Assessments for self-care & management.

Thursday 11:45am – 12:45am
Exercise to strengthen core muscles and improve Balance & Flexibility.

Friday 10:30am – 11:30am
Gentle Yoga is the perfect way to relax. Stretches can be done seated and standing for all levels.