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Women's Sand Volleyball Fall 2021
Dates: Tuesday Sept 7 - Oct 5 (5 weeks)
Time: Gametimes between 5:30-8:30pm
Ages: 18+
Fee: $35 Moon Resident/$40 Non-Resident Fee
Location: Moon Park Sand Volleyball Court
Form a team of friends or neighbors to pass, dig, and volley! All skill levels are welcome. Join an existing team or start a new one! Please note that this years league will be played outdoors in the sand. When registering please be sure to include your team name or if you would like to join a new team. Registration is required to participate.
55+ Slow Pitch Softball
Dates: Wednesday Sept 8 - September 29 (5 weeks)
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Ages: 55+
Fee: $15 Moon Resident/$20 Non-Resident Fee
Location: Galaxy Field
Get the bat and gloves out and come down to the field! Moon Parks is excited to continue a fun and active program. Fall softball is here! Teams will be picked daily with plenty of old stories to share. Bats and balls will be provided. Make sure you stretch before coming to the field! Registration is required to participate.
Senior Workout
Dates: Mon/Weds July 5 – August 25
Location: Moon Park
Time: 11:00 – Noon
Cost: $4 (per class)
This class will help seniors (55+) maintain a fitness level to stay mobile. It is a LOW impact aerobics class that will work on balance and strengthening while having fun and meeting new people. Class will meet outside at Moon Park at the amphitheater or Clearview Pavilion. Capacity for this class is 15 participants.
Hip Hop Cardio
Dates: Session 1: Thursday July 1 - August 12 (*August Location at Moon Park)
Session 2: Thursday August 19 - September 30 (Off Sept 16)
Location: Session 1 7/1- 7/29 Robin Hill Center 8/5,8/12 - Moon Park Amphitheater
Session 2 8/19- 9/9 Moon Park Amphitheater 9/23,9/30 - Robin Hill Center
Time: 7:00 – 8:00pm
Cost: $45 – Moon Resident $50 Non Moon Resident (Per 6 week session)
Join Amy for some cardio dance exercise! You can take the moves up to make them harder or modify for any fitness level. Our new instructor wants to help every with fun fitness through dance where they can leave feeling like they had a great workout and had fun! Class will include warm up and cool down also. Amy has been teaching Zumba, Insanity and more since 2009.
Barre
Dates: Session 1: Wednesday August 25 - September 29
Session 2: Wednesday Oct 6 - November 17
Location: Moon Park: 8/25-9/8 Robin Hill Center: 9/15-9/29 - Session 1
Robin Hill Center - Session 2
Time: 8:30 – 9:30 am
Cost: $45 – Moon Resident $50 Non Moon Resident (Per 6 week session)
This class has a max participation number of 18 people. Please register online. For more information about space availability for drop-ins, please email pilatesbodyj@gmail.com. This class will be held outside. Class will be weather dependent. If rain prevents the class from happening, we will add an additional class to the end of the session. Restrooms are available at the entrance of the park. A total body workout that lifts your seat, tones your thighs, abs, arms and burns fat. This workout includes elements of ballet, Pilates, and traditional toning exercises. The class starts with standing barrework. The class ends with core work and a series of deep stretches. Bring a mat and a pair of 1-3lb dumb bells. For all fitness levels.
Yoga Beginners and Beyond
Dates: Session 1: Sept 23 - October 14 (4 Weeks)
Session 2: Oct 28 - Nov 11 (3 Weeks)
Location: Robin Hill Center
Time: Thursday 5:30-6:30
Cost: $40 – Moon Resident $45 Non Moon Resident (Per 4 week session)
This class has a max participation number of 16 people. Please register online. There are no drop-ins for this class.
Yoga-curious or yoga-nervous? Then this is the class for you...No experience required! Instructor Jen Stratakis E-RYT 500, will lead you through an hour-long class, which includes standing and seated poses, breathwork, and guided relaxation. Modifications are given to accommodate everyone. With regular practice, yoga can improve lung capacity, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, mental calm, and more. Bring a mat, water bottle, and any other yoga props you may have. Blocks are especially helpful.
Pound® Fitness
Dates: Session: Sept 14 - Oct 19
Location: Robin Hill Center
Time: 7:00 – 7:45pm
Cost: $45 – Moon Resident $50 Non Moon Resident (Per 6 week session)
POUND is a full-body cardio jam session, combining light resistance with simulated drumming. The workout fuses cardio, Pilates, strength movements, plyometric and isometric poses. Through continual upper body motion using our lightly weighed exercise drumsticks, called Ripstix, you?ll turn into a calorie-torching drummer, POUNDing off pounds as each song flies by! Please bring a mat and water.
Totally Toned
Dates: Session 1: July 12 - Aug 2 (Mini Session 4 weeks)
Session 2: Sept 13 - Oct 18 (6 Weeks)
Location: Session 1: Robin Hill Center (July) - Moon Park (August)
Session 2: Robin Hill Center
Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm
Cost: $45 – Moon Resident $50 Non Moon Resident (Per 6 week session)
This class has a max participation number of 15 people. Please register online. There are no drop-ins for this class.
This class is designed to help tone your entire body including abs, thighs, back, arms, and glutes. It is appropriate for all fitness levels.
Bring hand weights and a mat.
Splash – Water/Mixed Media Art Classes (Adults 18+)
Dates: TBA
Times: TBA
Location: Robin Hill Center – 949 Thorn Run Rd., Moon Twp. PA
Fee: Moon Residents $74 Residents, Non-Residents $79. *Fee does not include supplies.
This class is designed for new and returning students. This is an eight-week course designed to engage all students in the fun and exciting world of water-based materials. No previous experience is necessary - just a desire to have fun.
AARP SmartDriver- To Register call 661-330-6182
VIRTUAL COURSE-ZOOM
4 HOUR REFRESHER CLASS- MARCH 1 & 8
FULL CLASS- MARCH 22 & 29, APRIL 5 & 12
$20 AARP MEMBERS/$25 NON-MEMBERS (AGE 50+)
For more information and to register,please contact Bob Richard at
661-330-6182
What is the Senior Connection?
The Moon Township Senior Connection offers senior programming to anyone 55+ in Moon Township as well as all surrounding communities. Membership is FREE with the purchase of a membership card ($10).
Registering for Programs and Events:
Event and program registrations are currently made by calling Moon Parks and Recreation at 412-262-1703 ext. 404 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Payment is due at time of registration.
All current information, program guides and monthly newsletters are available at the Carriage House in Robin Hill Park at our NEW Senior Connection Blue Information Box.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made less than 7 days before the event will incur a 25% cancellation fee. Refunds will be made to your account. No Show - No Refund.
Center Locations/Hours:
Robin Hill Park Carriage House
949 Thorn Run Road, Moon Township, PA 15108 - Please see below to register for programs and events.
Tapestry Senior Living
Center is temporarily closed at Tapestry Senior Living, 550 Cherrington Parkway, Moon Township, PA 15108.
COVID-19: Masks must be worn and social distancing will be enforced for all programming and events.
* Must Pre-Register *
Daily Programming at the Carriage House
Date: March through end of May
Time: Please see below. Each program is approximately 1 hour long.
Fee: $3 each unless otherwise indicated
Register: Pre-Registration Required.
Location: Carriage House at Robin Hill Park
Mondays
10am - Pokeno Game w/ prizes
2pm - BINGO w/ prizes
Wednesdays
10am - Music Time (Free)
Thursdays
10am - Beginner Painting/Coloring and Personal Masterpiece Making.
2pm - Trivia Time with Prizes
PLEASE NOTE - Due to COVID-19 restrictions there will be no eating or drinking allowed. Participant areas and supplies will be disinfected after each program.
SENIOR CONNECTION EVENTS
Senior Connection Craft Corner at the Moon Township Farmers’ Market
Date: Wednesdays - June 2 through September 29
Time: 3pm-6pm
Fee: FREE Admission
Location: Moon Township Farmer’s Market at Moon Park
Plan on visiting the new Senior Connection Craft Corner at the Farmers’ Market in Moon Park. Unique handcrafted designs made by our very own creative team of members will be sold at the market. Proceeds will benefit the Moon Township Senior Connection. You’ll be glad you stopped.
If you would like to join our creative craft team and help with designing the crafts or assisting at the Craft Corner on Wednesdays, please contact Celeste @ cfryz@moontwp.us or by calling 412-952-1558.
Robin Hill Walking Group (Avid walkers or Casual strollers)
Date: Every Monday
Time: 11:30am
Fee: FREE
Register By: No Registration Required – Just Drop In!
Location: Meet at the Carriage House Sunroom at Robin Hill Park
Put some Spring in your step! ALL are encouraged to come out and walk. You choose the distance and your speed. There are many lovely spots and walking trails to explore. There are also lots of benches to rest awhile too. Attend every week or just when your schedule allows.
Miniature Golf Outing and Lunch
Date: Wednesday, July 7
Time: 11:00am
Register By: Thursday, July 1
Location: Scally’s Golf Center
Fee: $20.00 per golfer
Join us for an 18- hole round of miniature golf followed by a pizza lunch with beverages and ice cream for dessert. Lunch will be outdoors on their covered pavilion overlooking the fairway. Various fun & skill prizes included too. Bring a foursome or you will be assigned to one.
Grab-n-Go FREE Lunches (Senior Connection Members ONLY!)
Date: Thursday, July 15
Time: 11:30am - Noon
Register By: Thursday, June 3 for June 10 Lunch
Thursday, July 8 for July 15 Lunch
Location: Pickup at Carriage House Sunroom at Robin Hill Park
Fee: FREE
4-Cut Cheese Pizza – June 10
Turkey Wedgie Sandwich – July 15
Sponsored by- UPMC FOR LIFE
Grilled Hot Dogs and MUSIC BINGO
Date: Monday, July 19
Time: Noon-2:30pm
Register By: Monday, July 12
Location: Moon Park - Rotary Pavilion
Fee: $8.00
Lunchtime!!! Come to the park and have some delicious grilled hot dogs. Afterwards, we will play MUSIC BINGO with DJ Mike. We will have prizes too! Please bring your own blotter or marker.
Grab-n-Go FREE Frozen Yogurt
Date: Thursday, August 5
Time: 1:30pm-2pm
Register By: Thursday, July 29
Location: Pickup at Carriage House Sunroom at Robin Hill Park
Fee: FREE
Enjoy a cool treat of Raspberry Frozen Yogurt topped with granola. Open to Senior Connection members only. Must register in advance.
Sponsored by- UPMC FOR LIFE
Intergenerational Continental Breakfast Picnic in the Park
Date: Wednesday, August 18
Time: 11:00am-Noon
Register By: Wednesday, August 11
Location: Saturn Pavilion, Moon Park
Fee: $10.00 per adult & $5.00 per child
Bring the special child or children in your life and enjoy a continental breakfast and beverages. The event features a balloon artist and a fun crafts for the kids. The playground and splash pad are located nearby as well. Following this event, the Dr. Zoot Trio will be performing a free concert in the park at Noon.
Magic Show
Date: Tuesday, August 24
Time: 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Register By: Tuesday, August 17
Location: Clearview Pavilion, Moon Park
Fee: $10.00 per person
Come and enjoy a professional magic show by 13th Hour Productions, Steve Haberman. Individual snacks and iced beverages included. Prepare to be amazed in the fresh air at Moon Park!
Oglebay Oktoberfest Overnight Bus Trip
Date: Sunday, October 3rd, 2021 returning Monday, October 4th, 2021
Time: Departure at 10:00am/Return at approx. 2:30pm
Register By: Wednesday, August 4
Location: Pick up and drop off location at the Carriage House in Robin Hill Park
Fee: Cost is $195.00per person for double occupancy room/$240.00 for single occupancy room
Includes- Roundtrip deluxe motorcoach transportation, admission to the Oblebay fest activities at The Hess Shelter and The Wagon Shed for on your own German fare, festivities, music and fun. Next stop Oglebay Institutes’s Phil Maxwell Artists and Gourmet Market featuring regional foods and handcrafted wares. Also, enjoy the areas skilled artisans at work. Transportation to the Wilson Lodge for check-in. Then off to the Dinner Show. Wake up and enjoy the Mountaineer Breakfast buffet followed by admission to the Mansion Museum. Then onto shopping at the Hilltop, Palm Room and The Greenhouse. All taxes, baggage handling and gratuities included.
Cancellation Policy-*Once booked a $50.00 cancellation fee will be applied per reservation.
