Learn about the importance of planning ahead for staying at home into your Golden years.

This discussion includes:

• Staying vs Assisted Living
• Selling and downsizing
• In depth space planning for remodeling.
• American Disabilities Act Planning
• Smart Home Options
• Budgeting realities

Please be prepared for a jam-packed Informative session. Bring something to take notes with so you can use these techniques in your own life journey.

Jillann Gildea has been in Real Estate and Interior Design for over 30 years and is a National Marketing Award Winner. She is a Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer with a specialty in Ageing in Place. Today she enjoys helping others create functional living spaces that bring joy to their life at whatever stage they are in.

This one session class will take place on Monday, July 28 from 9 - 11 at River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. For a map click here.

For adults age 18 and up

Get ready for a morning of excitement and adventure.

Want to go fishing and get help learning? Grab your friends and join us for a morning filled with laughs, learning, and of course, fishing! Don't worry about lugging your gear around because all the equipment you need will be provided. Soak up the sun, cast your line, and reel in some unforgettable memories. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a complete beginner, this is your chance to enjoy a morning of fun by the water. Don't let this opportunity slip away – book your spot now for a morning to remember.

Participants younger than 65 may be required to have a fishing license. Some Florida Resident licenses are free. See the website for clarification: https://sjctax.us/saltwater-fishing-license/  Adults must carry proof of age and residency.

The group is limited to 10 total. Don't miss out on this fun fishing event/activity!

This class will meet, rain or shine and will be mainly outdoors, so bring your water and your sunscreen. I'd also suggest wearing a hat.

Class session is on Tuesday, July 29 from 9 to 11 at River House (179 Marine Street) For a map click here.

For ages 18 and up.

In this fun and relaxed workshop participants will explore the whimsical world of watercolor art through playful doodling techniques. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist this class is designed to encourage creativity and self-expression. We'll cover basic watercolor techniques, experiment with markers, pens and inks. Learn color blending, and create delightful doodles that bring your imagination to life. 

Supplies needed:

• Watercolor Hot Press Paper 9 x 12 or larger
• Watercolor set - either pan or tube
• Pencil 
• Ruler
• Brushes- various sizes of round and flat 
• Markers:  water based colors
• Markers: fine point permanent black
• Gel pens: Unibal white, gold, silver
• Optional: metallic paints, micro pens 

This one session class will take place on Thursday, July 31 from 11 - 1 at River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. For a map click here.

For adults age 18 and up

This class is designed to improve cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength without increasing risk. Energizing and easy-to-follow movements promote heart-healthy, total-body conditioning to increase balance, cardiovascular, and muscular endurance. Follow along with engaging music as we alternate between low impact aerobics conditioning and upper body strength training using dumbbells. 

The final 30 mins will be devoted to stretching the entire body to increase flexibility and mobility

Equipment needed:

• water
• towel
• dumbbells or a band
• athletic shoes

Katie is on a mission to empower everyone with the mantra "get stronger to live longer." As an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor since 2018 she brings her passion for health and wellness to the St. Augustine community through a variety of engaging classes. Specializing in Body Pump, Indoor Cycle, Boot Camp, Core & Flexibility, and Active Older Adult Classes, Katie ensures her sessions are both enjoyable and challenging. Her journey is a testament to the adage that age is just a number, as she achieved her lifelong ambition of becoming a fitness instructor at 44.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 from 9 to 10:30 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Discover a yoga practice that has therapeutic benefits for seniors who may not be able to stand for long periods of time or may be uncomfortable seated on the floor.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 from 11:00 - noon at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Enjoy mindful focus as you create your own dot MANDALA. We will paint using plastic sticks/dotting tools instead of brushes with non toxic acrylic paint. All painting supplies are provided. 

Mandalas, meaning “circles” in Sanskrit, are sacred symbols that are used for meditation, prayer, healing and art therapy for both children and adults. Mandalas have been shown in clinical studies to boost the immune system, reduce stress and pain, lower blood pressure, promote sleep and ease depression.

Viktoria Koval is a local artist based in St.Augustine. She creates art with dots using plastic sticks or stylus instead of brushes. Her favorite medium is acrylic on wood, canvas, ceramics, glass, jewelry, magnets, sculpture, just about anything mandala can be painted on. 

Class session is on Monday, August 4 from 11:30 - 1 at River House (179 Marine Street)

Please note that this is a one session class.

For ages 18 and up.

Tap into your body’s natural healing abilities. Beginning the healing process on the mental, emotional, physical, physiological and spiritual levels. We will explore various practices of the Ancient Eastern Arts to help become aware of our energy and how each person can awaken this energy to help in our healing journeys and lift the stories inside. Learn practices supporting the process in releasing tensions, stress, anxiety, aches, pains, sleep issues, illness and diseases. In class we will stretch, engage in gentle flows, learn acupressure points and more.

Bring a water bottle. Dress comfortable for gentle movement.

Sharon has been on her journey since 2000, trained in Woodstock, NY with Master trainers of Sound and Frequency. She is a Qigong Practitioner, Senior Trainer of IIQTC Tai Chi Easy Leader, certified in various Tai Chi Health forms, Master Reiki and energy healer, and completed studies in MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction)

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 from Noon to 1:00 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

This is a lower intensity version of a regular Zumba class.

Zumba Gold introduces easy-to-follow dance moves that focus on balance, range of motion and coordination. Class sessions will focus on cardiovascular, muscular conditionins, balance and flexibilty.

Supplies needed:

• Water,
• Towel
• Comfortable clothes that you can move in
• Sneakers
• Light hand weights (optional)

Angela has been doing Zumba for 12 years and teaching for 10.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 from 12:15 to 1:15 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.