Community
BY KAREN CHANEY
Coppell Senior and Community Center promotes healthy aging Not willing to stymie the popularity of senior programs, the city of Coppell opened the Coppell Senior and Community Center in 2019. What they o er A myriad of programs and learning opportu- nities ll the center’s schedule including tness classes, health and wellness classes, monthly local trips, and monthly special events. David Ruiz, Coppell Senior and Community Center customer experience supervisor, said the center’s Indepen- dence Day lunch, holiday lunch and Mother’s Day Tea Party are their most popular events. Fitness classes are taught by city tness instruc- tors, while educational and social classes are taught by volunteers, sta or educational sponsors. All members are welcome to attend these classes. Who it’s for Anyone over the age of 50 can become a mem- ber. Membership rates are $10 a year for Coppell residents and non-residents pay $20 a year. Fitness classes are included with membership. A small fee is charged for trips and special programs. Going forward Ruiz said the one-year goal for the center is to explore additional recreational opportunities. A ve-year goal is to continue to adapt with the 50 years old and older demographic. “We want to stay relevant and ensure that we’re providing programs that are desired in the community,” Ruiz said.
Pilates is a popular tness class at Coppell Senior and Community Center.
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Jennifer Valentine is part of Knit Wits, a weekly sewing club. The club works on di erent projects.
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