Exercise, Fitness
Drop-In Basketball
Bring your friends out for a friendly
pick-up game.
• Wed., Fri., 6-9 p.m.
• Sat., 1-5 p.m.
• Free (PLUS/SS) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O)
Pickleball
Pickleball is a fun, active game that is
played on a badminton court with the
net lowered to 34 inches.
• Sun., noon-4 p.m.
• Tue., 6-9 p.m., open play
• Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O)
• Call the center to confirm
availability
Table Tennis Club
(ages 18+)
Drop in for some top-notch table
tennis competition. A friendly,
experienced group of adult table tennis
players is eager to help you learn and
improve.
• Tue., Wed., 6-9 p.m.
• Sun., noon-4 p.m.
• Ages 10-15 must be accompanied
by parent
• Free (PLUS/SS) / $1.50 (W) / $2
(W/O) daily
Active Adults and
Seniors
Ross Norton is now offering program
opportunities for active adults to make
friends, stay on the move and learn new
things. Individuals ages 55 and older
may take advantage of classes, health
and wellness programs, computer and
Internet access, games, arts and crafts
classes, and opportunities to socialize
with others to stay connected with the
community.
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Evidence-Based Programs
Ross Norton is pleased to host
evidence-based programs that offer
proven ways through defined research
to promote wellness and to manage
or reduce health concerns and/or falls.
Class size is limited. The city sincerely
appreciates several funders that help
provide the evidence-based programs,
including Senior Citizens Services,
Inc., Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-
Pinellas, Older Americans Act Title III
D and Pinellas County Social Action
Funding. Inquire about future classes.
• Pre-registration is required
• Participants should have problemsolving
skills
• Restrictions may apply
• Free
A Matter of Balance
This evidence-based, Boston University
program helps to manage falls and
increase activity levels. The program
consists of eight, two-hour sessions
to include lecture from certified
instructors, group discussion and
exercises. Participants must be age 60
or older. They also must attend the
first session and be willing to attend
the majority of classes in the program.
Pre-registration is required.
• Call for dates and times
• Workbooks will be provided
• Space is limited
• Register by calling 462-6025
Participants will learn to:
• View falls as controllable
• Set goals for increasing activity
• Make changes to reduce fall risks at
home
• Exercise to increase strength and
balance
Diabetes Self-Management
This evidence-based, Stanford
University program helps those
struggling with diabetes. The program
consists of six, two ½-hour sessions
to include lecture from certified
instructors and group discussion.
• Call to put your name on an
interest list for future classes
• Space is limited
• Register by calling 462-6025
Subjects include:
• Healthy eating and menu planning
• Managing blood glucose
• Techniques to deal with problems
such as fatigue, frustration and
isolation
• Appropriate exercise for managing
blood glucose and for maintaining
and improving strength, flexibility
and endurance
• Appropriate use of medications
• Communicating effectively
with family, friends and health
professionals
• Setting goals
• Disease-related problem solving
• Call 462-6025 to put your name on
an interest list for future classes
Programs & Classes
Ross Norton