Adult Programs

Recreational Activities...

Men's Basketball League:

Marple Newtown Recreation's Adult Men's Basketball League is scheduled to begin Monday, September 13, 2010. League games will be played Monday through Thursday from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at the Robert C. Gauntlett Community Center Gym. Teams wishing more information on this league should contact the recreation office at 610-353-2326.

Adult Open Basketball:

Adults (18 years of age and above) are welcome to play "Pick-Up" basketball at the Community Center Gym on Thursday evenings from 7:00pm to 9:00pm beginning February 24, 2011. The program will run through April 28, 2011.

Price:   $6 per visit

Adult Open Volleyball:

Come be a part of our Adult Drop-In Volleyball Program beginning October 3, 2010. The Program meets at the Community Center Gym on Sunday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:30pm and will run through April 17, 2011. Please call 610-353-2326 in case of inclement weather and to confirm holiday dates.

Price:    $6 per visit

Senior Game Time:

Senior citizens are welcome to utilize Marple Newtown Recreation's game room beginning October 5. Activities include ping-pong, billiards, board games, card playing and socializing. Cable TV is also available. Come with a group, a friend, or by yourself - All Seniors welcome! The game room is located in the Gauntlett Community Center. Equipment donations accepted. Please call the recreation office (610-353-2326) for complete details.

Women's Strength Training / Cardio Combo:

Intervals of easy-to-follow yet challenging cardio moves are alternated with segments of weight training exercises to strengthen and tone the entire body.  Instructions on how to lessen or intensify the moves are provided throughout the class so that all fitness levels are accommodated.  Fitness experts agree that combining cardiovascular and strength training workout is a great way to burn fat, strengthen the heart, increase muscle tone, lower body pressure, and combat depression and osteoporosis.  Class will meet at the Community Center.  Certified Personal Trainer Debbi Coren will instruct the program.

Adult Female Golf Clinic:

This program includes four one-hour clinics and is open to beginner and intermediate female players. Participants will be taught the basic fundamentals of the game (posture, grip and aim) and how to swing the club. In addition, all players will work on their short game including both chipping and putting. Clinics one through three will be held on the practice range or putting green at Paxon Hollow Country Club, and the fourth clinic will be done on the golf course (date TBA). While on the course, golf etiquette and speed of play will be discussed. The program coordinator is Daniel Malley, PGA Professional. If needed, equipment will be provided.

Pilates:

This dynamic program offers a system of mind and body exercises focusing mainly on the abdomen, oblique muscles, and lower back. Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek toned body. Other program benefits include increased lung capacity and circulation, as well as improved coordination, posture and balance. Because Pilates teaches balance and control of the body, many participants experience positive body awareness for the first time. Ages 16 and above are welcome. Class will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center. Certified Pilate's instructor Adrianne Chin will conduct the program.

Yoga:

With "Ha" meaning Sun and "Tha" meaning Moon, Hatha yoga is a style of yoga that is physical and at the same time deeply meditative. Through a variety of yoga postures, attention to proper alignment is learned. Gentle movement in union with breath strengthens the body and increases flexibility, while freeing the mind from daily stress. A sense of harmony and balance is discovered. Other benefits include increased energy flow as nerve channels are cleared, improved concentration, blood circulation and digestion. Classes will meet in the Gauntlett Community Center. Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat to class. This six-week yoga program will be taught by Yvette Pecoraro, a certified TriYoga instructor and RYT with Yoga Alliance.

Aqua Challenge:

Enjoy a low-impact approach to aerobic conditioning and muscle toning. This class, for anyone 18 years of age and older, combines fun cardiovascular moves with easy-to-follow toning exercises for the entire body. Alternatives to each movement are provided to accommodate those who are beginners or recovering from an injury or surgery. Often recommended by doctors and physical therapists, aquatic exercise is a great way to burn fat and strengthen the heart and muscles while protecting the bones and joints from stress. Class meets at the Marple Newtown High School Pool. Instructor is Debbi Coren.

Health Literacy:

This course addresses the world of healthcare information and its application for consumers.  Issues such as global health, healthcare services, reimbursement in the United States and globally, and individual self care and health monitoring will be covered.  Students will be asked to identify resources and become better educated concerning their own health conditions as a step toward self empowerment and health.  Class will meet at the Community Center.  The presenter is Eric E. Anderson, Ph.D., Immaculata University.

Social Dance Lessons:

Adults are welcome to participate in this new eight-week dance program emphasizing Ballroom, Latin, Swing and line dancing moves and routines.  In addition to learning the steps, the lessons include a brief history of the origin of each dance.  Come out and join in the fun and learn to dance with confidence!  Classes will be held in the Gauntlett Community Center and taught Dance Instructor Vivian Hartman.  No experience necessary, just a love to dance.

Practical Self-Defense:

The art of self-preservation, or "go-shin-jujsu," (preserve body art) refers to non-martial systems that focus exclusively on personal defense in real-life situations. True self-defense must be comprehensive to be effective, that is, it must address (a) how to escape from attacks (physical component) as well as (b) how to avoid dangerous situations (mental component). Our comprehensive self-defense system teaches proven techniques for escaping all manner of attacks (e.g. holds on various parts of the body, punches and kicks, armed assaults) and a wide-ranging strategy for avoiding dangerous situations and assaults. This beginner-level course will teach fundamental self-defense skills, both physical and mental. Each class will include physical training in self-defense techniques and a lecture/discussion on self-defense strategies. Students should wear a long sleeve, loose fitting sweatshirt, sweatpants and socks. Class will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center and ages 18 and above are welcome. Mr. Mark Toth, Sensei will coordinate the program.

Recreational Activities...

The Walking Club:

Do you want to make exercise a part of your daily routine? If yes, then this is the perfect program for you! This informal adult walking program is designed to put exercise and fitness into your life. The program will be held inside the Robert C. Gauntlett Community Center (participants walk the squared hallways of the center), so the weather is always perfect! Chart your progress - eight times around equals one mile! Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers suitable for walking. Walk with a friend, a neighbor, or by yourself at your own pace! Registration is ongoing - come anytime, Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 3:00pm. Participants must sign in at the recreation office and obtain a visitors pass before walking. 

Zumba Fitness:

 The Zumba program fuses Latin and international rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that feels more like a disco party than a workout.  Very little motivation is required because when you hear the music, you can't help but move!  Our goal is simple: we want you to love working out!  You can achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life.  The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms are combined to tone and sculpt the total body while burning fat, especially targeting the mid-section.  Zumba fitness is so fun that it is now offered in over 100 countries worldwide.  Classes will be held in the Community Center.  Certified Zumba instructor Pam Nelson will coordinate the program.  Ages 14 and above are welcome.

ZUMBA FITNESS DEMO CLASS         Try out a class Free of Charge!          Thursday, Oct. 7 at 6:30pm in the Community Center           

Tai Chi:

Tai Chi is an old form of Chinese exercise that is beneficial to health, and it is also a subtle, sophisticated, and scientific method of self-defense.  It is basically made up of several forms or sets, originally derived from martial arts, and it takes the form of natural movements of animals and birds.  However, unlike martial arts, Tai Chi is performed deliberately, slowly, softly, and gracefully, with smooth and even transitions between movements.  Those who practice regularly will develop a healthy body and a calm, tranquil mind.  Tai Chi also provides a practical avenue for learning about balance, alignment, fine-scale motor control, and rhythm of movement.  Therefore, practice will allow you to better stand, walk, run, and correct poor posture.  This program is suitable for people of all ages and requires no special equipment.  Class will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center.  Lucia Coren and Louie Yue will provide authentic Chinese instruction. 

Mommy & Me Workout:

Enjoy quality bonding time with your baby while doing something positive for yourself.  During this workout, you will strengthen and tone your entire body while burning calories and increasing cardiovascular endurance.  Your baby will take part in the exercises with you, providing you will challenging resistance for exercises such as squats and chest presses.  Class will meet at the Community Center.  The instructor is Certified Personal Trainer Debbi Coren.

Cultural Programs...

Real Women! Real Harmony! Real Fun!

Experience the joy of ensemble singing with an internationally acclaimed women's chorus and learn the intricacies of a cappella 4-part harmony. Emphasis will be on singing skills such as production, pitch, tuning, balance and blend resulting in unit sound. Each half hour lesson will be followed by  physical and vocal warm ups with the Valley Forge Chorus, women who love to sing, perform and compete. After that, you are welcome to sing with or watch the chorus in rehearsal. Participants will be invited to learn our holiday repertoire and perform in our Christmas spectacular in December. No experience is needed to partake in these classes, just a love of singing. Enroll in one, two, three or all four classes. The instructor is Joseph Spiecker, Director of the Valley Forge Chorus. Classes will meet at St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Newtown Square.

Educational Programs...

AARP 55 Alive
Mature Driving Program:

This program is an eight-hour classroom refresher course for experienced motorists age 50 and older. Presented by AARP, it covers the effects of aging and medication on driving, accident prevention methods, rules of the road, and license renewal requirements. After completing the course, participants qualify for a discount on their auto insurance, in compliance with PA HB12. Class will be held in the Gauntlett Community Center. CHECKS SHOULD BE MADE PAYABLE TO AARP.

Getting Paid to Talk:
Making Money With Your Voice
An Introduction to Professional Voice Overs

 Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? This exciting class will explore numerous aspects of your voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the internet in our area. We will cover all the basics including how to prepare the all important demo, how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of  our voicecoaches. com producer! This class is informative, lot of fun, and a great first step for anyone interested in voice acting professionally. The class will meet at the Community Center and is open to anyone ages 18 years and above. Space is limited and registration closes one week prior to class, so register early. Instructor: Voice Coaches.

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Create & Build A Great Website:

This eight-week course will teach students how to build and develop an effective web site.  Participants will be introduced to basic web concepts and tools, HTML (hyper text markup language), CCS (cascading style sheets), design principles, potential pitfalls and much more.  This course is intended for people who are new to web design and requires each student to understand and use their own computer and to actively participate in the creative process.  All printed class materials and equipment is provided.  Students are encouraged to bring their own laptop to class.  Open to people of all ages.  Class will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center.  The instructor is Marvin Coren, owner of Ampet Corporation.

Intro to Foreign
Languages A to Z:

This course introduces the student (all ages welcome) to commonly used phrases and words, especially greetings, in over forty languages. Special emphasis will be on the more commonly used languages in this area such as Spanish, Indian and Korean. Many languages from Europe, Asia and African will be covered. The object of this course is to teach the existing members of our community to positively interact and welcome our newest members. The meaningful but simple approach enables the student to review these languages while exercising on a tread mill or stationary bike, or simply at your leisure. It is an ideal course for anyone coming into contact with people from foreign countries such as teachers, administrators, health care providers, sales people, travel agents and world travelers. The class will meet at the Marple Public Library. Center. Dr. Ralph Carrozza, who designed and developed the program, will instruct the class.