Fit 4 Fitness... Fit 4 Fun
Balance, strength and flexibility are important, especially as we age. In this class, designed for 50+, we will use a combination of movement, exercises, hand weights and resistance bands to help strengthen and tone all areas of the body and work to increase balance.
[Bring 3# hand weights and an exercise mat if you have them. A limited number of extra weights and mats will be available.]
When: *NEW DAY OF THE WEEK* Tuesdays | 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Per day: $6 per class (residents)/ $8 per class (non-residents)
Punch cards: 5 classes for $30 (residents)/ $40 (non-residents)
No pre-registration required. Pay at the front desk.
Hula Hoop Fitness
We use the hoop for a total body workout. Hooping is low impact, utilizes 30 core muscles, and enhances balance, speed, agility, and hand-eye coordination. Plus, it's great cardio! Dancing burns big calories, and most of all it's FUN! Discover the art of hoop dancing and transform your body, mind, and soul. Get happy, get healthy, get hooping!
When: Fridays @ 10 - 11 AM
Ages: All ages welcome!
Where: TRC Gym
Fee: $10 per class
Instructor: Amanda Edmonds
Chair Yoga
WE'RE BACK! Chair Yoga has made its return to the Tongie Rec Center! Enjoy an hour of relaxation while enhancing your strength, balance, and peace. Participants use a chair during class for support.
When: Wednesdays @ 12 - 1 PM
Ages: All ages welcome!
Where: TRC Activity Room
Fee: $10 per class
Instructor: Kennie Harper
| Adult Crochet - Level II - Beginner + | REGISTER |
Students will review basic crochet stitches, learn half double crochet and treble crochet stitches. Students will also learn to change colors and read a pattern. Choose your date: Saturday March 22 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM Thursday April 17 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday May 14 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday June 16 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Participants must provide their own "K" crochet hook and 2 colors of worsted weight yarn (size 4). *** Please make sure you have completed Crochet Level I before registering for this class. *** Register 1 week prior to class. Fee: $20 district/ $25 non-district |
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| Date Information: Multiple to choose from | |
| Cost Information: $20/$25 | |
| Age Rqmt: 18+ | |
| Location: TRC Activity Center | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Hunter Education '25 | REGISTER |
This is an internet-assisted course. Additionally, you will be going on a short hike to a nearby outdoor shooting range located on site. Please do not bring any firearms. Guns and ammunition will be provided. Dress appropriately for the weather. The class is in a metal building and if the weather is hot/cold it will be warm/cool in the building. I suggest dressing in layers. The shooting range may also be warm/cool/muddy, so wear appropriate shoes/jackets. |
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| Cost Information: $5/$6 | |
| Age Rqmt: 11 and up | |
| Location: City Maintenance Shop (1536 E. 4th) | |
| Contact: Tongie Rec Commission - 913-845-3502 - tongierec@sunflower.com | |
| Your Best Self - Adult Fitness Class | REGISTER |
Staci Fouts is back with another Adult Fitness class! This participant-driven class will be targeting weight loss with discussions and low-impact exercises. Class will include fun and energizing exercises with discussions on healthy eating, recipes, weight loss & exercise myths, and more! Staci has been leading and instructing health and exercise classes for many years and is excited to bring this new and improved fitness program to Tonganoxie! Date: Saturdays Time: 11 AM - 12 PM (STARTING JUNE 21 - TIME CHANGES TO 9 AM - 10 AM) Ages: 18+ (Staci welcomes ages 14-17 with parent permission and clearance from a physician) Fee: $7 in-district/ $9 non-district |
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| Date Information: Saturdays at 11:00 AM (starting March 1) | |
| Cost Information: $7 in-district/ $9 non-district | |
| Age Rqmt: 18+ | |
| Location: Tonganoxie Rec Center | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Create & Explore with Miss Heather | REGISTER |
Miss Heather is back this Spring and Summer with a series of programs full of imagination, creativity, science, and exploration. Each activity will be available to register for with this registration link! Here is a list of available activities with details: Worm World March 29 | 1 – 2 PM [Registration required.] Description: Build a worm habitat and observe how worms help break down soil. Learn why worms are important for healthy farms and gardens. Fee: $10 in-district/ $12 non-district Tractor Tracks Art APRIL 12 | EASTER EGG HUNT | 3 – 4 PM Find Miss Heather at the Tonganoxie Easter Egg Hunt and create unique tracks with paint on paper! Abstract art inspired by country life. Fee: Free while supplies last. Bird Nest Creations APRIL 26 | 11 AM – 12 PM [Registration required.] Description: Make a 3D bird nest using twigs, yarn, and paper eggs. Learn about local bird species while crafting! Fee: $10 in-district/ $12 non-district Sun Catcher Creations MAY 10 | 11 AM – 12 PM [Registration required.] Description: Design a vibrant sun catcher to brighten any window! Learn about color and light while layering tissue paper. Fee: $10 in-district/ $12 non-district Recycled Art Robots MAY 24 | 2 -3 PM [Registration required.] Description: Bring a robot to life using recycled materials! Add personality with paint, buttons, and foil details. Fee: $10 in-district/ $12 non-district Starry Night Stories JUNE 7 | 2 -3 PM [Registration required.] Description: Inspired by Van Gogh’s Starry Night, create your own swirling sky full of stars and stories using oil pastels. Fee: FREE | Sponsored by the Tonganoxie Arts Council Monster Rocks JUNE 21 | SUMMER KICK OFF | 3 – 6 PM Find Miss Heather at the annual Summer Kick-Off at Chieftain Park and paint rocks to look like goofy or spooky monsters! Use your imagination to give each monster its own personality. Fee: Free while supplies last. Country Market Still Life JULY 12 | 1 - 2 PM [Registration required.] Description: Set up a still life with fruits, vegetables, or flowers and paint or draw what you see, just like at a country market. Fee: $10 in-district/ $12 non-district Texture Trek: Exploring Nature’s Patterns JULY 26 MESSY DAY OF PLAY | 2 – 4 P [Comes with Mess Day of Play registration.] Find Miss Heather at the Messy Day of Play at Chieftain Park and create rubbings from leaves, bark, and other natural objects to make a nature-inspired texture collage. Explore how patterns in nature tell a story. Fee: Free with registration to Mess Day of Play event, while supplies last. Please make sure you select the right activity while registering! Some activities have fees, some you can find for free at TRC events, and one is a free class sponsored by the Tongie Arts Council. Make sure you are sure of all of the details before registering. |
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| Date Information: Dates vary | |
| Cost Information: Costs vary | |
| Age Rqmt: 6+ | |
| Location: Locations vary | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Adult Crochet-Level I-Beginner | REGISTER |
Students will learn how to get started, chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, and how to end a project. Students will also learn about different types of yarns and hooks.
Wednesday April 2 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Thursday May 1 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Saturday June 7 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM Register at least 1 week prior to class date. All materials are provided for the beginner class. |
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| Cost Information: $25/$30 (district/non-district) | |
| Age Rqmt: 16+ | |
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| Contact: Tongie Rec Commission - 913-845-3502 - tongierec@sunflower.com | |
| Adult Crochet Level III - Intermediate | REGISTER |
Students will read a pattern to construct a dishcloth. Upcoming dates: Wednesday April 9 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday May 21 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Thursday June 26 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Bring materials with you: "H" crochet hook, 1 skein of 100% cotton yarn (Lily Sugar & Cream) *** Please make sure you complete Crochet Level II before registering for this class. *** Please register 1 week prior to class. |
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| Date Information: Dates vary | |
| Cost Information: $20/ $25 | |
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| Location: Tongie Rec Center | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Brunch & Brush | REGISTER |
An afternoon of brunch, friends, and painting. Learn how to paint a silly, breakfast piece on 10x10" canvas using acrylic paints. Before you pick a seat, swing by the breakfast menu items catered by the depot in Leavenworth. Choose a delicious, home-cooked-style plate to enjoy during the class. TRC will also have Orange Juice, coffee, and water available to pair with your plate. Tonganoxie Arts Council will be hanging out as well! Ask them how to get involved! Date: Sunday July 20 Time: 12:30 - 3:00 PM Age: 18+ Fee: $25 in-district/$30 non-district |
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| Date Information: Sunday July 20 | 12:30 - 3:00 PM | |
| Cost Information: $25 in-district/ $30 non-district | |
| Age Rqmt: 18+ | |
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| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
