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
| 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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| Date Information: Saturday, September 20th at 7:30am | |
| 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 | |
| All Ages BINGO | REGISTER |
Come to the Recreation Activity center for All Ages Bingo! 10 rounds of bingo, prizes for each round, and snacks & drinks provided. Date: Saturday December 13 | Holly Jolly Bingo Time: 1 - 3:30 PM Location: TRC Recreation Center Fee: $3 per person Children 14 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult. |
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| Cost Information: $3 per player | |
| Age Rqmt: All ages, 14 or younger accompanied by an adult. | |
| Location: Professional Development Room | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Goat Yoga | REGISTER |
Join us at Chieftain Park for an hour of flexibility, balance, strength... and GOATS! Goat Yoga Mindy will be bringing her four-legged friends to the park for us to enjoy. When: Saturday September 27 Time: 3 - 4 PM Where: Chieftain Park Fee: $20 residents/ $25 non-residents Age Requirement: 6 years + |
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| Date Information: Saturday September 27 | |
| Cost Information: $20 residents/ $25 non-residents | |
| Age Rqmt: 6+ | |
| Location: Chieftain Park | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-645-6326 - 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 October 1 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Saturday November 1 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM Wednesday December 3 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM 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 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: Wednesday September 24 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Thursday October 16 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday November 12 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday December 17 | 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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| Cost Information: $20/$25 | |
| Age Rqmt: 16+ | |
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| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Adult Crochet Level III - Intermediate | REGISTER |
Students will learn how to work in a circle to create a coaster. Upcoming dates: Saturday September 20 | 9 - 11 AM Wednesday October 22 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday November 19 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Saturday December 20 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM Bring materials with you: "H" crochet hook, 2 colors of worsted weight yarn (size 4) (Brown/yellow or red/yellow) *** Please make sure you complete Crochet Level II Beginner+ before registering for this class. *** Please register 1 week prior to class. |
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| Cost Information: $20/ $25 | |
| Age Rqmt: 16+ | |
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| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Simply Senior DIY Social | REGISTER |
Register for an afternoon of crafting with friends! Choose either 1 or 2 projects to create, grab your instructions and supplies upon arrival, and find a table with your friends and get to work! We will play music from the 1960s to enhance the social atmosphere and get the creative juices flowing! (Ages 50+) Crafts on the menu: Recipe Scrap Book Page Snip patterns and designs and collage them together with your favorite recipe for a colorful recipe page to share with your family. We recommend you bring your own recipe card, but we will have a few options to choose from as well. Photo Frame Earring Holder Piece together a thrifted photo frame and cheese cloth, then decorate to your heart's desire. This colorful organizer is sure to bring some brightness and fun to your jewelry storage. Painted Terracotta Pot Let your creative side fly with this project! Paint a pot however you like with acrylic paints. We will have brushes and stencils available to plan your designs. The paint dries quickly, and you have a personalized pot to take home. PRICES 1 Project
2 Projects
REGISTRATION REQUIRED REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.TONGIEREC.ORG | ADULT ACTIVITIES REGISTER BY PHONE: CALL 913.845.3502 | ASK FOR JENNIFER REGISTER IN PERSON: TONGIE REC CENTER’S FRONT DESK |
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| Date Information: Wednesday September 24 | |
| Cost Information: Prices vary, see description. | |
| Age Rqmt: 50+ | |
| Location: Tongie Rec Center | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Urban Expeditions: Plates & Punchlines | REGISTER |
Tonganoxie Recreation Commission invites you to join us on our next expedition... to Overland Park! We will be taking a drive to the New Theater & Restaurant for a lunch buffet and matinee showing. “Alone Together: Parents of 3 adult sons just sent their youngest off to college. They are finally enjoying their new time alone together when one by one, each son begins returning home! This Broadway comedy is filled with joy, connection, and family love.” REGISTRATION IS FULL | REGISTRATION IS NOW FOR THE WAITLIST Your registration fee will include transportation, the lunch buffet, and your seat at the matinee. When: Wednesday October 8 Time: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Locations: Tongie Rec Center, New Theater & Restaurant Fee: $45 in-district/ $55 non-district per person (Registration closes October 1) |
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| Date Information: Wednesday October 8 | |
| Cost Information: $45 in-district/ $55 non-district | |
| Age Rqmt: Recommended ages 30+ | |
| Location: New Theater & Restaurant | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
| Spooky Seniors DIY Social | REGISTER |
Register for an afternoon of crafting with friends! Choose either 1 or 2 projects to create, grab your instructions and supplies upon arrival, and find a table with your friends and get to work! Crafts on the menu: Ghost Tassels: Wrap some yarn round-and-round, tie together, and hang from a rod to create a new group of ghoul-friends. Galaxy Pumpkin: Metallic acrylic paint, drilled holes, and a few constellations later and you’ll have a pumpkin that’s out of this world. Bleach Tie-Dye: Turn a black t-shirt into your new favorite, spooky Halloween shirt. PRICES 1 Project
2 Projects
REGISTRATION REQUIRED REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.TONGIEREC.ORG | ADULT ACTIVITIES REGISTER BY PHONE: CALL 913.845.3502 | ASK FOR JENNIFER REGISTER IN PERSON: TONGIE REC CENTER’S FRONT DESK |
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| Date Information: Wednesday October 29 | |
| Cost Information: Prices vary, see description. | |
| Age Rqmt: 50+ | |
| Location: TRC Rec Center | |
| Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com | |
