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Tuesday September 8, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Raise the Barre 2026 - Raise the Barre - Fall 2026 Join Cecily at the Barre each Tuesday morning, as we look to transform ourselves into lean, strong and healthy beings. Cecily will guide you through a rigorous line-up of yoga, ballet and pilates-inspired exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles), as we combine high reps with small range-of-motion movements.*Equipment Needed: water, towel, mat and light hand weights.

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Pre-Ballet 2026 - Pre-Ballet Tuesday - Fall 2026 Designed to be creative and fun. Children will develop coordination, strengthen basic motor skills, and learn how to count music. Class work will include concepts of posture, creative movement, and an introduction to balletic terms. Sessions are 45 minutes long.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 2026 - Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 Tuesday - Fall 2026 This class focuses on technique and will include exercises at the barre in order to acquire the "placement," strength and balance necessary to execute the center work correctly.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Ballet for Adults '26 - Ballet for Adults Tuesday - Fall 2026 The traditional ballet workout does indeed work. Classes focus on total fitness - body and mind. Each class will begin with a sequence of "barre" exercises followed by stretching and strengthening floor exercises and ending with "center" work. You will need comfortable attire and ballet slippers or socks.

Wednesday September 9, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Youth Jazz Dance - Youth Jazz Dance Fall '26 Kids Jazz ages 7-10: An introduction to jazz technique helping to build strength, flexibility and coordination while having fun! Christine Ferreira is the owner and director of Expression Dance & Wellness. As a former professional dancer, Christine specializes in commercial jazz and classical ballet dance. She is experienced working with all ages and is excited to work with the Philipstown Recreation!

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Meditation and Reiki - Meditation and Reiki Fall 2026 This will be an introduction to meditation. Participants will learn practical, stress-relieving techniques—including breathwork, body scans, mindfulness and mantras—to help quiet the mind and reduce anxiety. I also incorporate Reiki as a tool to help beginners connect more deeply with their practice. No prior experience is required.Instructor Dion Kirkwood has practiced meditation for 20 years and in that time has achieved Level III Reiki Master Teacher.

Thursday September 10, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Tai Chi 2026 - Tai Chi Class - Fall 2026 Philipstown Tai Chi Class Marc Sabin teaches Tai Chi as a body/mind/spiritual practice. He guides students with great care, focusing on postural misalignments, internal dynamics and the powerful health benefits of the practice. When done correctly, Tai Chi is a well-rounded physical regimen that facilitates more comfort, greater mobility and increased strength. The gentle movements improve balance and equilibrium. Its benefits go far beyond a relaxed form of exercise and helps restore overall vitality. After a series of careful Qigong warm-ups, the Beginners’ Class focuses on the first eight postural movements of the popular Yang Family Tai Chi Form. About MarcMarc’s studies began in 1976. Before devoting himself to Tai Chi, he earned two black belts and an advanced diploma in Escrima, a Filipino stick-fighting art. He is a highly regarded instructor.

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Pre-Ballet 2026 - Pre-Ballet Thursday - Fall 2026 Designed to be creative and fun. Children will develop coordination, strengthen basic motor skills, and learn how to count music. Class work will include concepts of posture, creative movement, and an introduction to balletic terms. Sessions are 45 minutes long.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 2026 - Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 Thursday - Fall 2026 This class focuses on technique and will include exercises at the barre in order to acquire the "placement," strength and balance necessary to execute the center work correctly.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Ballet for Adults '26 - Ballet for Adults Thursday - Fall 2026 The traditional ballet workout does indeed work. Classes focus on total fitness - body and mind. Each class will begin with a sequence of "barre" exercises followed by stretching and strengthening floor exercises and ending with "center" work. You will need comfortable attire and ballet slippers or socks.

Friday September 11, 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM	Strength & Sculpt Fridays - Strength & Sculpt Fall 2026 Express Strength & Sculpt with Use of Weights & Loop/Resistance BandsFridays, 10:00 - 10:45am Location: Performance StudioThis class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM. Zoom Link invite to be sent to email list of recipients Thursday eveningsWeights. Bands. Mats. It's ALL the equipment you could ask for in one class! We will take advantage of all three for a 45min full-body workout, and think: Less cardio, more strength training. You don't even NEED a loop/resistance band for this crazy workout..BUT...if you've got one? You're gonna feel it! And even though we aren't jumping and running everywhere, we will be digging DEEP into those muscles for some challenging floor work! Equipment Needed: Loop/Resistance Band (NOT required), a set of both heavy and light weights, water, mat, towel. Please note: We will have additional weights and bands on-hand for those who need equipment. Physical & Mental Benefits to working with weights: Increases muscle strength and mass Boosts bone density Improves cardiovascular health Manages chronic conditions Enhances metabolism Increases flexibility and balance Improves posture Reduces depression and anxiety Enhances mood and confidence Boosts brain function In the meantime, LOOP BANDS:1) IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR EXERCISES2) HELP TO FOCUS YOUR CONTROL3) RECRUIT YOUR STABILIZING MUSCLES4) ARE LIGHTWEIGHT5) ARE DESIGNED FOR COMPOUND EXERCISES6) PROMOTE BETTER FORM7) PROVIDE LOW RISK OF INJURY AS YOU BUILD STRENGTH

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	Golden Barre Class 2026 - Golden Barre - Fall 2026 For residents only! It’s the anti-aging workout for active older adults who are looking to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. For our “Barre Tenders”, the barre (or in most cases for students – a chair) is used as a prop for balance, while performing low-impact exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles) combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements. For our class: NO actual Barre is required, just a chair or a solid surface (table, countertop, etc). Please note, however: There is no seated work with this program, you will be standing for the duration of class.*Water, towel, and light hand weights are recommended -- but not required.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.

Tuesday September 15, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Raise the Barre 2026 - Raise the Barre - Fall 2026 Join Cecily at the Barre each Tuesday morning, as we look to transform ourselves into lean, strong and healthy beings. Cecily will guide you through a rigorous line-up of yoga, ballet and pilates-inspired exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles), as we combine high reps with small range-of-motion movements.*Equipment Needed: water, towel, mat and light hand weights.

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Pre-Ballet 2026 - Pre-Ballet Tuesday - Fall 2026 Designed to be creative and fun. Children will develop coordination, strengthen basic motor skills, and learn how to count music. Class work will include concepts of posture, creative movement, and an introduction to balletic terms. Sessions are 45 minutes long.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 2026 - Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 Tuesday - Fall 2026 This class focuses on technique and will include exercises at the barre in order to acquire the "placement," strength and balance necessary to execute the center work correctly.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Ballet for Adults '26 - Ballet for Adults Tuesday - Fall 2026 The traditional ballet workout does indeed work. Classes focus on total fitness - body and mind. Each class will begin with a sequence of "barre" exercises followed by stretching and strengthening floor exercises and ending with "center" work. You will need comfortable attire and ballet slippers or socks.

Wednesday September 16, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Youth Jazz Dance - Youth Jazz Dance Fall '26 Kids Jazz ages 7-10: An introduction to jazz technique helping to build strength, flexibility and coordination while having fun! Christine Ferreira is the owner and director of Expression Dance & Wellness. As a former professional dancer, Christine specializes in commercial jazz and classical ballet dance. She is experienced working with all ages and is excited to work with the Philipstown Recreation!

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Meditation and Reiki - Meditation and Reiki Fall 2026 This will be an introduction to meditation. Participants will learn practical, stress-relieving techniques—including breathwork, body scans, mindfulness and mantras—to help quiet the mind and reduce anxiety. I also incorporate Reiki as a tool to help beginners connect more deeply with their practice. No prior experience is required.Instructor Dion Kirkwood has practiced meditation for 20 years and in that time has achieved Level III Reiki Master Teacher.

Thursday September 17, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Tai Chi 2026 - Tai Chi Class - Fall 2026 Philipstown Tai Chi Class Marc Sabin teaches Tai Chi as a body/mind/spiritual practice. He guides students with great care, focusing on postural misalignments, internal dynamics and the powerful health benefits of the practice. When done correctly, Tai Chi is a well-rounded physical regimen that facilitates more comfort, greater mobility and increased strength. The gentle movements improve balance and equilibrium. Its benefits go far beyond a relaxed form of exercise and helps restore overall vitality. After a series of careful Qigong warm-ups, the Beginners’ Class focuses on the first eight postural movements of the popular Yang Family Tai Chi Form. About MarcMarc’s studies began in 1976. Before devoting himself to Tai Chi, he earned two black belts and an advanced diploma in Escrima, a Filipino stick-fighting art. He is a highly regarded instructor.

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Pre-Ballet 2026 - Pre-Ballet Thursday - Fall 2026 Designed to be creative and fun. Children will develop coordination, strengthen basic motor skills, and learn how to count music. Class work will include concepts of posture, creative movement, and an introduction to balletic terms. Sessions are 45 minutes long.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 2026 - Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 Thursday - Fall 2026 This class focuses on technique and will include exercises at the barre in order to acquire the "placement," strength and balance necessary to execute the center work correctly.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Ballet for Adults '26 - Ballet for Adults Thursday - Fall 2026 The traditional ballet workout does indeed work. Classes focus on total fitness - body and mind. Each class will begin with a sequence of "barre" exercises followed by stretching and strengthening floor exercises and ending with "center" work. You will need comfortable attire and ballet slippers or socks.

Friday September 18, 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM	Strength & Sculpt Fridays - Strength & Sculpt Fall 2026 Express Strength & Sculpt with Use of Weights & Loop/Resistance BandsFridays, 10:00 - 10:45am Location: Performance StudioThis class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM. Zoom Link invite to be sent to email list of recipients Thursday eveningsWeights. Bands. Mats. It's ALL the equipment you could ask for in one class! We will take advantage of all three for a 45min full-body workout, and think: Less cardio, more strength training. You don't even NEED a loop/resistance band for this crazy workout..BUT...if you've got one? You're gonna feel it! And even though we aren't jumping and running everywhere, we will be digging DEEP into those muscles for some challenging floor work! Equipment Needed: Loop/Resistance Band (NOT required), a set of both heavy and light weights, water, mat, towel. Please note: We will have additional weights and bands on-hand for those who need equipment. Physical & Mental Benefits to working with weights: Increases muscle strength and mass Boosts bone density Improves cardiovascular health Manages chronic conditions Enhances metabolism Increases flexibility and balance Improves posture Reduces depression and anxiety Enhances mood and confidence Boosts brain function In the meantime, LOOP BANDS:1) IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR EXERCISES2) HELP TO FOCUS YOUR CONTROL3) RECRUIT YOUR STABILIZING MUSCLES4) ARE LIGHTWEIGHT5) ARE DESIGNED FOR COMPOUND EXERCISES6) PROMOTE BETTER FORM7) PROVIDE LOW RISK OF INJURY AS YOU BUILD STRENGTH

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	Golden Barre Class 2026 - Golden Barre - Fall 2026 For residents only! It’s the anti-aging workout for active older adults who are looking to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. For our “Barre Tenders”, the barre (or in most cases for students – a chair) is used as a prop for balance, while performing low-impact exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles) combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements. For our class: NO actual Barre is required, just a chair or a solid surface (table, countertop, etc). Please note, however: There is no seated work with this program, you will be standing for the duration of class.*Water, towel, and light hand weights are recommended -- but not required.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.

Tuesday September 22, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Raise the Barre 2026 - Raise the Barre - Fall 2026 Join Cecily at the Barre each Tuesday morning, as we look to transform ourselves into lean, strong and healthy beings. Cecily will guide you through a rigorous line-up of yoga, ballet and pilates-inspired exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles), as we combine high reps with small range-of-motion movements.*Equipment Needed: water, towel, mat and light hand weights.

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Pre-Ballet 2026 - Pre-Ballet Tuesday - Fall 2026 Designed to be creative and fun. Children will develop coordination, strengthen basic motor skills, and learn how to count music. Class work will include concepts of posture, creative movement, and an introduction to balletic terms. Sessions are 45 minutes long.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 2026 - Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 Tuesday - Fall 2026 This class focuses on technique and will include exercises at the barre in order to acquire the "placement," strength and balance necessary to execute the center work correctly.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Ballet for Adults '26 - Ballet for Adults Tuesday - Fall 2026 The traditional ballet workout does indeed work. Classes focus on total fitness - body and mind. Each class will begin with a sequence of "barre" exercises followed by stretching and strengthening floor exercises and ending with "center" work. You will need comfortable attire and ballet slippers or socks.

Wednesday September 23, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Youth Jazz Dance - Youth Jazz Dance Fall '26 Kids Jazz ages 7-10: An introduction to jazz technique helping to build strength, flexibility and coordination while having fun! Christine Ferreira is the owner and director of Expression Dance & Wellness. As a former professional dancer, Christine specializes in commercial jazz and classical ballet dance. She is experienced working with all ages and is excited to work with the Philipstown Recreation!

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Meditation and Reiki - Meditation and Reiki Fall 2026 This will be an introduction to meditation. Participants will learn practical, stress-relieving techniques—including breathwork, body scans, mindfulness and mantras—to help quiet the mind and reduce anxiety. I also incorporate Reiki as a tool to help beginners connect more deeply with their practice. No prior experience is required.Instructor Dion Kirkwood has practiced meditation for 20 years and in that time has achieved Level III Reiki Master Teacher.

Thursday September 24, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Tai Chi 2026 - Tai Chi Class - Fall 2026 Philipstown Tai Chi Class Marc Sabin teaches Tai Chi as a body/mind/spiritual practice. He guides students with great care, focusing on postural misalignments, internal dynamics and the powerful health benefits of the practice. When done correctly, Tai Chi is a well-rounded physical regimen that facilitates more comfort, greater mobility and increased strength. The gentle movements improve balance and equilibrium. Its benefits go far beyond a relaxed form of exercise and helps restore overall vitality. After a series of careful Qigong warm-ups, the Beginners’ Class focuses on the first eight postural movements of the popular Yang Family Tai Chi Form. About MarcMarc’s studies began in 1976. Before devoting himself to Tai Chi, he earned two black belts and an advanced diploma in Escrima, a Filipino stick-fighting art. He is a highly regarded instructor.

4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Pre-Ballet 2026 - Pre-Ballet Thursday - Fall 2026 Designed to be creative and fun. Children will develop coordination, strengthen basic motor skills, and learn how to count music. Class work will include concepts of posture, creative movement, and an introduction to balletic terms. Sessions are 45 minutes long.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 2026 - Beginning Ballet Grades K-1 Thursday - Fall 2026 This class focuses on technique and will include exercises at the barre in order to acquire the "placement," strength and balance necessary to execute the center work correctly.Miss Mary prefers that children participate barefoot in dance class (no ballet slippers necessary).

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Ballet for Adults '26 - Ballet for Adults Thursday - Fall 2026 The traditional ballet workout does indeed work. Classes focus on total fitness - body and mind. Each class will begin with a sequence of "barre" exercises followed by stretching and strengthening floor exercises and ending with "center" work. You will need comfortable attire and ballet slippers or socks.

Friday September 25, 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM	Strength & Sculpt Fridays - Strength & Sculpt Fall 2026 Express Strength & Sculpt with Use of Weights & Loop/Resistance BandsFridays, 10:00 - 10:45am Location: Performance StudioThis class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM. Zoom Link invite to be sent to email list of recipients Thursday eveningsWeights. Bands. Mats. It's ALL the equipment you could ask for in one class! We will take advantage of all three for a 45min full-body workout, and think: Less cardio, more strength training. You don't even NEED a loop/resistance band for this crazy workout..BUT...if you've got one? You're gonna feel it! And even though we aren't jumping and running everywhere, we will be digging DEEP into those muscles for some challenging floor work! Equipment Needed: Loop/Resistance Band (NOT required), a set of both heavy and light weights, water, mat, towel. Please note: We will have additional weights and bands on-hand for those who need equipment. Physical & Mental Benefits to working with weights: Increases muscle strength and mass Boosts bone density Improves cardiovascular health Manages chronic conditions Enhances metabolism Increases flexibility and balance Improves posture Reduces depression and anxiety Enhances mood and confidence Boosts brain function In the meantime, LOOP BANDS:1) IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR EXERCISES2) HELP TO FOCUS YOUR CONTROL3) RECRUIT YOUR STABILIZING MUSCLES4) ARE LIGHTWEIGHT5) ARE DESIGNED FOR COMPOUND EXERCISES6) PROMOTE BETTER FORM7) PROVIDE LOW RISK OF INJURY AS YOU BUILD STRENGTH

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	Golden Barre Class 2026 - Golden Barre - Fall 2026 For residents only! It’s the anti-aging workout for active older adults who are looking to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. For our “Barre Tenders”, the barre (or in most cases for students – a chair) is used as a prop for balance, while performing low-impact exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles) combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements. For our class: NO actual Barre is required, just a chair or a solid surface (table, countertop, etc). Please note, however: There is no seated work with this program, you will be standing for the duration of class.*Water, towel, and light hand weights are recommended -- but not required.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.