CLASS SESSIONS
Class sessions are offered on a quarterly basis:
Summer Session: July through September
Fall Session: October through December
Winter Session: January through March
Spring Session: April through June
Registration begins approximately five weeks before classes begin.
ART
A variety of two-dimensional mediums of watercolor, acrylic painting, oil painting, and drawing are taught by art professionals. Classes are offered for the novice to the knowledgeable. Art Show Book 2023
Crafts & Hobbies
Dance
Line Dance lessons for the novice to the advanced are offered (8-week classes with fee)
Peninsula Dance Party – ballroom dances held at Denbigh Community Center in the evening or weekend. Dance lessons, including line dance lessons are held prior to the dances. Free
AARP Defensive Driving Classes
The two-day classes are 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.
PErsonal Well-Being
- Improve your balance and stamina through Integral Yoga® (Hatha Yoga) at Courthouse Way Community Center and Tai Chi classes at Hilton Senior Center.
- Boot Camp for Seniors is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM at the Brittingham-Midtown Community Cener with a variety of interval stations to help you reach your fitness goals.
- The Walk With Ease classes are offered at different locations in the City including at the Brittingham-Midtown Community Center on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
- Morning exercise is available at Denbigh Community Center on Monday & Wednesday.
- Head 2 Toe Circuit Training is also available at Denbigh Community Center on Friday, 9:00 am (8-classes for $40).
MODELING
FASHION ELEGANTES
Walking the runway, wearing designer clothing, and 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” course (fee) is required and helps develop poise and confidence. Annual membership fee. Meetings are held the first Tuesday at 1 pm at Brittingham-Midtown Community Center.
Computer Learning Lab
The Computer Learning Lab instruction is free and available to those who pre-register. For day, hours, and information, call 886-7929 ext. 306.
Locations
Courthouse Way Community Center
14302 Old Courthouse Way
Newport News, VA 23608
Phone: 757-886-7929. ext. 306
Fax: 757-886-2707
Denbigh Community Center
15198 Warwick Blvd.
Newport News, VA 23608
757-812-7905 / 7509
Laptop classes only
Class Levels
- Level I: Computer Basics: For the person new to the computer
- Level II: Computer Skills Refresher: A refresher on keyboard functions, MS Office, Internet access
- Level III: Navigating the Internet: With Google, YouTube and email
Benefits Programs
BenefitsCheckUp, developed and maintained by NCOA, is the nation’s most comprehensive web-based service used to screen for benefits programs for seniors with limited income and resources. It has more than 1,700 public and private benefits programs from all 50 states and the District of Columbia, to include:
- Housing & Utilities
- Financial and Legal Assistance
- Health Care and Housing
- In-Home Services
- Nutrition (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program {SNAP}
- Prescription Drugs
- Social Security
- Tax Relief
- Transportation
- Employment – Income Assistance
- Veteran
Active Lifestyle Office
Payment
The Active Lifestyles Program accepts checks (with valid ID), money orders, cash, and most credit cards as payment (online registration will also accept American Express). When registering in person with a personal check, your name, current address, 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 Cancellation Policy
Refunds
Class Information
Please call 757-926-1400 or fax 757-926-1460 for class information. For telecommunication assistance, use VA Relay 711.
New classes are added periodically. For information, call 757-926-1400 or check online.
Inclement Weather Policy
All Active Lifestyles programs, classes, and senior centers will be closed when City offices are closed or delayed. In addition, the Active Lifestyles Program will be closed when Parks, Recreation & Tourism programs/facilities are closed. Please call 757-926-1400 or 757-926-1446 for program-specific closings and updates.