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- Arthritis Exercise Program
- Book Club
- Crochet Club
- Golden Years Trips
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- Walking Club
- Wii Bowling
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP)
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, also known as AFEP, is low-impact physical activity program proven to reduce pain and decrease stiffness. Classes include gentle range-of-motion exercises that are suitable for every fitness level and ability along with a joint warm-up, balance and endurance exercises, and a relaxation period at the end of class. This enjoyable and motivational exercise program helps to keep joints flexible, muscles strong, increases energy, and improves overall well-being. Classes are taught by a trained program leader.
Who is Eligible? With the consent of his/her physician, any adult with any type of arthritis may participate. Participants must be able to independently work with assistive devices (if used) or, if in a wheelchair, adults must be able to transfer to a straight-backed chair. Exercises can supplement, but should not replace, any exercises prescribed by a doctor or therapist.
Program Available For: Adults/Seniors
Program Registration: No Registration Required
2023 Session Dates:
- Winter Session: January 10-March 2 (Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1:30 PM)
- Spring Session: April 4-May 25 (Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1:30 PM)
- Summer Session: June 27-August 1 (Tuesdays Only @ 1:30 PM
- Fall Session: September 12-November 2 (Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1:30 PM)
Program Fee: Free
For additional information or questions on this program, please contact the Republic Community Center front desk at (417) 732-3500.
Book Club
Join your fellow Golden Years friends this 1st Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. for Book Club! Discuss your current or favorite reads. This program runs for one hours and is not led by an instructor. This is a FREE program and no registration is required.
Crochet Club
Crochet Club will be held every 2nd Thursday of the month at 2:30 PM! Join your fellow Golden Years friends for conversation and crochet time. This program runs for one hour and is not led by an instructor. This is a FREE program and no registration is required to participate.
Check back for more information on Golden Years Trips coming soon!
Golden Years Movie Day is held at the Republic Community Center on the last Thursday of every month at 3:00 p.m., except in the event of Holidays when it will be held the Thursday prior. The movies are FREE and no registration is necessary. Seasonal snacks and activities are provided!
Upcoming Movies:
Sign Up for our Golden Years Newsletter!
The Golden Years newsletter is BACK! Sign up to be on our Golden Years mailing list and stay in the know about all of our Golden Years programming. Sign up by visiting the Republic Community Center front desk or by calling 732-3500.
Republic Parks & Recreation Walking Club
The Republic Parks and Recreation Walking Club is an incentive program that is open to participants of any age. Participants may count miles walked on the Community Center's indoor track or on any of the outdoor trails throughout the parks system. Miles can be logged in the 100-mile Walking Club binders at the front desk of the Community Center. Awards are given when different mileage goals are achieved! Mileage levels and awards are listed below:
- 100 Miles: Walking Club T-Shirt
- 2,500 Miles: Name on the "Walking Club Hall of Fame" Plaque and a $15 Wal-Mart Gift Card
The 100-mile goal must be achieved during the calendar year (January 1 - December 31) and will start over on January 1 annually. The 2,500-mile goal carries over from year to year and awards can only be redeemed once. Miles can be completed on the trails within our parks or on the indoor walking track located inside the Republic Community Center!
Stop by the Republic Community Center front desk to sign up!
Wii Bowling
Nintendo’s Wii is a hands-on, virtual game system that allows players to simulate the motions of a game or sport, like the swing of a golf club or sending a bowling ball down the lane. The unit utilizes a wireless remote which contains motion detecting sensors, enabling the player to go through the motion of the game while onscreen characters mimic the action.
- Program Available For: Seniors
- Program Registration: Opens Two Weeks Prior to Star of Next Session - First Come, First Serve
- 2023 Remaining Sessions:
- January 4-February 8
- February 15-March 22
- March 29-May 3
- May 10-June 14
- June 21-July 26
- August 2-September 6
- September 13-October 18
- October 25-November 29
- December 6-27
- Program Time Slots: Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.
- Program Location: Republic Community Center
- Program Fee: $2 Per Person Per Six-Week Session