Active Older Adults
Join us for a variety of fitness classes and workshops designed for active older adults, including but not limited to yoga, water aerobics, pickleball, and Tai Chi. Looking for intro clinics and workshops, scroll down for upcoming offerings.
Looking to try a new class? Check out our monthly fitness calendar below for the Gypsum Recreation Center. Keep in mind all our fitness classes can be modified to suit your fitness level and needs.
2025 Clinics & Workshops
- Nature Walk; Gypsum PondsOct 23 (1-2:30 p.m.) | Gypsum
Join us for a relaxing and educational nature walk, where we’ll explore local natural areas and learn about the plants and ecosystems that surround us. Led by Denyse Schrenker, Horticulture & Natural Resource Specialist, this leisurely walk is perfect for anyone curious about the outdoors, regardless of experience level.
Participants are welcome to meet us at the Gypsum Ponds, or, if you’d like a ride, please request transportation by emailing mclarkepostle@mountainrec.org after you sign up.
A limited-space van will depart from in front of the Rec Center at 12:45 PM, so please plan to arrive a bit early if you’ll be riding with us.
We appreciate you registering in advance so we can get an accurate headcount and coordinate transportation as needed.
Come enjoy fresh air, gentle exercise, and a deeper connection with nature!
Date: Thursday, October 23
Time: 1-2:30 p.m.
Location: Gypsum Ponds
Ages: 5-99
Price: $5.00 - Beginner Pickleball ClinicNov 7 & 8 | Gypsum
Interested in learning how to play pickleball? Join us on Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8 for a two-day pickleball clinic! This session will meet from 6pm-7:30pm on Friday November 7 and 10am-11:30am on Saturday November 8 at the Gypsum Recreation Center. November 7 will be an instructional session on pickleball, while November 8 will consist of play/practice with help from our instructors. The clinic will be led by Robin and Jerry Santoro. This session is $100 per person. This clinic is for ages 18+.
Time/Date: 6-7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 7 and 10-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 8
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Ages: 18+
Price: $100.00
Health Insurance Program Partnerships
- Silver Sneakers, Silver & Fit/Active & Fit, and Renew ActiveVisit the Gypsum Rec Center Front Desk
We are happy to be a participating partner with Silver Sneakers, Silver & Fit/Active & Fit, and Renew Active. If you are enrolled in any of these programs, your membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center is free!
Get Signed Up!
To get signed up for your membership, please call your insurance company to receive your Fitness ID number. Bring that number to the front desk at the Gypsum Recreation Center, and we will activate your membership! All memberships include access to the fitness floor, pool, sport court, climbing wall, and fitness classes.
Gypsum Rec Center Fitness Classes
- Tai Chi Fit
Tai Chi Fit improves balance, develops better body mechanics for everyday life, increases energy, and increases stamina. The classes begin with a warm up and continues through Qigong exercises followed by several movements that are inspired by Yang style Tai Chi.
- Water Aerobics
Exercising in the water is a challenging, yet fun workout that is easy on the joints! Come and let use the resistance of the water and power to your cardio workout!
- Yoga / Gentle Yoga
Good for the mind, body and soul, this stress-reliever will help you gain improved body awareness and flexibility through the yoga tradition. Take the class to tone your muscles or as a compliment to your normal exercise routine.
- Zumba
Zumba® combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system which involves dance and aerobic elements. Zumba’s choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo and martial arts.