Gibson Senior Center

GSC Enrichment Classes & Activities

The following senior services and activities are offered free of charge unless otherwise indicated.  
For additional information, please contact the Gibson Senior Center at (909) 981-4501.

Basic Computer Skills & Internet Research

Thursdays, January 9-February 27
9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Gibson Arts & Computer Room

Learn basic computer skills while using Microsoft programs to create and produce various documents.    Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Class offered in partnership with Mt. San Antonio Community College. 

ClubFit: Getting Stronger Together

Wednesdays & Fridays
9:00 a.m.

Keep your body healthy and release stress through our weekly Getting Stronger Fitness program. Classes will begin with an upbeat warm-up that flows right into a gentle, seated, cardio exercise of Tai-Chi, Yoga, Dance, Dumbbell, or a Resistance workout. No prior experience necessary. Pre-registration is required. 

ClubFit: Muscle Tone

Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30 p.m.
Gibson Dance Room

Keep your body healthy and build muscle strength and tone through our weekly Muscle Tone Fitness program. Classes will begin with an upbeat warm-up that flows right into a varied routine. Everyone may adjust their weight and resistance level of Dumbbell, Resistance Bands, Free Weights, or other resistance items. No prior experience necessary. Participants are encouraged to set own pace. Pre-registration is required.

ClubFit Pro: Getting Stronger Together

Wednesdays & Fridays
10:30 a.m.
Gibson Dance Room

Keep your body healthy and increase strength through our weekly Getting Stronger Fitness program. Classes will begin with an upbeat warm-up that flows right into a standing cardio exercise routine incorporating Aerobics, Cardio Yoga, Dance, Dumbbell, or a Resistance workout. No prior experience necessary. Pre-registration is required.

Gibson Trail Trotters Evening Walking Group

Tuesdays
6:00 p.m.
Meet in the Gibson Lobby

Take your first step towards better health. According to the American Heart Association the benefits of walking include lowering the risk of heart disease, diabetes, dementia and many more benefits. Bring comfortable walking shoes, Pre-registration is recommended. 

Gibson Trail Trotters Morning Walking Group

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
9:00 a.m.
Meet in the Gibson Lobby

Take your first step towards better health. According to the American Heart Association the benefits of walking include lowering the risk of heart disease, diabetes, dementia and many more benefits. Bring comfortable walking shoes, Pre-registration is recommended. 

Healthy Aging With Nutrition & Healthy Cooking

Mondays:  January 6-February 24
No class January 20 & February 17
2:00 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

Healthy Aging, including diet, nutrition, disease prevention, and application of physical fitness principles to maintain health while aging.  Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Home Gardening

Saturdays:  January 11-February 15
9:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
Gibson Arts & Computer Room

Organic gardening, plants, fruit orchards, and traditional gardening, including design, propagation methods, pruning and pest control. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Mobile Information Technology For Seniors

Tuesdays:  January 7-February 25
No Class February 18
1:00 p.m. -3:50 p.m.
Arts & Computer Room


Introduction to mobile information technology for skills, concepts, and principles to safely and effectively use mobile platform devices and the Internet. Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Music Appreciation For Brain Health

Mondays:  January 6-February 14
No Class January 20 & February 17

9:00 a.m.-11:05 a.m.
Gibson Game Room

Improve or maintain mental fitness of older adults through education promoting critical thinking and cognitive skills.  Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Principles Of Slow Movement (Balance & Mobiility)

Tuesdays:  January 7-February 25
No Class 2/18
4:30 p.m.-5:20 p.m.
Gibson Dance Room

Healthy aging, including diet, nutrition, disease prevention and application of Tai Chi Principles to maintain health while aging for the older adult.  Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Principles Of Watercolor Painting

Fridays:  January 10-February 28
No Class February 21

1:00 p.m.-3:35 p.m.
Gibson Arts & Computer Room

Learn the principles of watercolor painting. Emphasis will be on creative expression to develop primary skills for watercolor as they relate to composition and technique. Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Sewing & Design

Mondays:  January 6-February 24
No Class January 20 & February 17

3:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
Gibson Dining Room

Learn basic sewing techniques, including basic tailoring, pattern reading, cutting & style design to construct professional looking garments.  Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

City
of
Upland
California

460 N. Euclid Avenue
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 931-4100

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.