The listed programs, unless otherwise noted, are held at River House at 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. They take place Monday-Thursday between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30a.m. to 12 p.m.
For reservations and information about these and other ongoing classes, call River House at 904-209-3655 or visit the website: www.coasjc.org., or contact Twyla Abo, Program Coordinator attabo@stjohnscoa.com.
River House Bridge Group
River House offers Bridge on Mondays and Wednesdays 1 p.m.-4 p.m., complimentary to members and $4 for non-members. Anyone interested in joining the group may contact Judy Swindull at 904-829-2285 for more information.
NEW SESSION: Chair Yoga
River House is now offering additional afternoon sessions of Chair Yoga from 2 p.m.-3p.m. on Wednesdays. Chair Yoga is a practice that is accessible to people of all ages and all fitness levels. It has therapeutic benefits to seniors who may not be able to stand for long periods or may be uncomfortable seated on the floor. They also offer Tuesday and Thursday morning sessions from 9 – 10 a.m. The class is complimentary for River House Members / $4 for non-members. Call 904-209-3655 for questions or reservations.
Pole Walking for Fitness, Health and Feeling Happy
Pole Walking has a low impact on joints, improves balance, burns more calories, and improves posture. River House Pole Walkers meet five different times each week for group walking with instructor Sheila Vidamore. Join up at River House the first Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. for the required complimentary Pole Walking Clinic. This clinic will include the history of pole walking, information about its benefits, a hands-on demonstration and a lesson with a set of provided poles. Reservations are required as space is limited. Call 904-209-3655 to register.
NEW CLASS: Mat Pilates
Come to River House on Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. for Mat Pilates. The class has numerous benefits including increasing flexibility and bone density, strengthening one’s core, back muscles, and improving the overall health of the entire spine. Suitable for all levels with individualized modifications. Cost is $4 for River House members/$5 for non-members. Call 904-209-3655 to register.
River House Book Club
Held 3-4 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month. Joining a book club is a great way to be consistent in your reading, delve deeper into books, and make some great friends. This group is complimentary and made possible by the SJC public library bookmobile.
Senior Singles Group
Join local seniors for fabulous food and fun conversation the first Tuesday of each month at various restaurants. Call Victoria Balsamo at 419-651-0411 for reservations.
Grief Support Group
Seniors grieving over the loss of a loved one are welcome to join a monthly bereavement group to share thoughts, memories and issues. The complimentary support group is led by Rhona (Ronnie) Botnick, a Bereavement Counselor with over 25 years of experience. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at River House.
Legally Speaking Lecture Series
Join Attorney Megan Wall from St. Johns County Legal Aid as she discusses various legal topics for seniors. A free and open to the public lecture will be held at River House from 10-11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. Topic: How to Handle Your Kids On Legal Issues.
Coming soon! Winter Wonderland Dance Show
Held 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. The annual holiday dance show will feature the River House Dancers, who will showcase their skills in this complimentary program.
