Updated: December 28, 2011

The Active Lifestyles Program offers year round instructional classes. A complete listing of classes can be found in the bi-yearly Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism’s Tabloid publication. View the Tabloid on-line or printed copies can be found throughout the City at public and government buildings.

Throughout the year, class sessions are offered on a quarterly basis, with classes beginning most often during the first week of the first month.
Summer Session: July through September
Fall Session: October through December
Winter Session: January through March
Spring Session: April through June
Registration deadlines are one week before the classes are to begin. See the department Tabloid (pages 30 - 34) for complete details. Call 591-4851 for more information.
Registration for Winter classes ends January 9, 2012. Registration for Spring/Summer Classes will begin April 2, 2012.

Art – A variety of two-dimensional mediums of watercolor, acrylic painting, oil painting, pen and ink and portraiture painting taught by art professionals. Classes offered for the novice to the knowledgeable.

Crafts and Hobbies – For those who truly enjoy hands-on learning. In addition to the following, new classes are periodically added: upholstery, ceramics, sewing, jewelry making and quilting.

Computers – Classes from the basic to the intermediate. In today’s high tech world, knowing your computer and its functions is to your advantage.

Dance – Keep moving with tap-dancing, and contemporary line dancing.

AARP Defensive Driving Classes – Offered throughout the year at various Centers. Refresh your driving skills, lower your risk of accidents and possibly receive a discount on your insurance. Find the nearest course listed in the Active Lifestyles newsletter or NN Parks, Recreation & Tourism Tabloid.

Personal Well-Being – Improve your balance and stamina through gentle yoga, meditation, and Tai Chi classes or join Zumba®, Fit Chicks Workout or other sessions that offer a more aerobic workout.

Fashion Elegantés – Walking the runway, wearing designer clothing, celebrating the positive attitude of today’s seniors is what Fashion Elegantés is all about. Comprised of mature adults, these “elegant” men and women have been putting on fashion shows since 1991. New members are always welcome. “The Essence of Modeling,” is required and helps develop poise and confidence.

DETAILS:

Class Registration: Walk-in and mail-in registrations are accepted at Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism’s Administrative Office, Fountain Plaza Two, 700 Town Center Drive, Suite 320, Newport News, VA 23606. To pay by phone call (757) 926-1400, Monday – Friday, 9am – 4 pm. By Fax, fax your registration to the attention of the Active Lifestyles Program to (757) 926-1460. In addition you may register for Active Lifestyles classes on-line. For secure on-line registration visit http://activenet.active.com/nnparksrectourism. Once on-line, you will be asked to set up an account that will give you future access to the registration process.

Payment: The Active Lifestyles Program accepts checks, money orders, cash and VISA and MasterCard as payment (on-line registration will also accept American Express). When registering in person with a personal check, your name, current address and phone number and identification number must be listed on the check. The check can only be accepted from the person whose name appears on the check and can only be written for the actual amount of the class fee. Make Checks payable to: City of Newport News. A service fee will be assessed on all returned checks.

Class Cancelation Policy: Classes that have not met the minimum number of participants by the registration deadline are automatically canceled and refunds are issued if alternate classes are not available. Participants are to report to class unless notified otherwise. All classes are subject to change if there is insufficient enrollment. Participants will be notified by phone and/or email if classes are canceled. For questions or to verify open days, call (757) 591-4851.  If you must cancel your class registration for any reason, cancelation requests must be made in writing before the cancelation deadline date in order to receive a refund.

Refunds: Refunds will only be given if a written request is submitted; stating the reason for the cancelation, and received by the Active Lifestyles Program at least one week prior to the designated cancelation deadline date. Enrollee assumes the risk of changes in personal affairs or health.   Please note that no refunds are issued after the registration deadline. All refunds are processed within 30 days of receiving the cancelation letter. There will be a 10% administrative fee for refunds made by the enrollee.

Class Information: (757) 591-4851 or (757) 926-1400, Fax: (757) 926-1460, for telecommunication assistance use: VA Relay 7-1-1.
New classes are added periodically. For information, call 591-4851 or on-line at http://activenet.active.com/nnparksrectourism.

Inclement Weather Policy:
If Newport News Public Schools are closed for inclement weather, then all Active Lifestyles Programs’ Senior Centers are closed. See weather updates/closings or call the Active Lifestyles Program at 926-1446 for cancellations.