Gibson Senior Center

GSC Enrichment Classes & Activities

ClubFit: Getting Stronger Together

Wednesdays & Fridays
10:00 a.m.
FREE!

Pre-registration required, (909) 981-4501.

Digital Media Basics & Internet Safety

Thursdays
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
FREE 

Fundamentals of digital and social media to create and manage workplace social media accounts, navigate privacy and security settings, share and interact with content. This course will explore key concepts, strategies, and tools used in the digital landscape to effectively utilize digital platforms for professional growth in various workplace settings.  Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Food & Nutrition

Tuesdays
4:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
Gibson Dining Room
FREE

Examine nutritional cooking strategies for older adults seeking to improve their health and vitality, learn basic nutrition principles, and how these principles apply to older adults. Participants will review the unique nutritional needs and challenges of aging adults, and learn how to better meet their daily nutrient requirements. Participants will learn how to incorporate nutrient dense ingredients and cooking techniques to create meals that are tasty and nutritious. By the end of the course, students will gain an understanding of how proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices can help older adults increase their quality of life.  Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Gibson Trail Trotters Walking Group

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

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: Principles Of Posture & Flexibility (Yoga)

Tuesdays
4:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
Gibson Dance Room
FREE

Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.


Music & Brain Health

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

Examine the connections between music and brain health, while learning strategies for strengthening memory skills with music.  Focus on improving cognitive functions through engaging musical exercises and interactive challenges. Students will express their knowledge by creating their own music and displaying their mastery of the material in a collaborative performance. Primarily for the older adult.

Mobile Information Technology For Seniors

Tuesdays
1:00 p.m. -3:50 p.m.
FREE 

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.

Principles Of Painting

Fridays
1:00 p.m.-3:35 p.m.
Gibson Arts & Crafts Room
FREE

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.

Regenerative Gardening

Saturdays
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Gibson Arts & Crafts Room
FREE

An exploration of organic and traditional gardening as it applies to gardeners and innovative green entrepreneurs. This course prepares students with gardening skills, including plant needs, design, propagation methods, pruning, and soil science, that can be applied on the job or in the community. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Sewing & Design

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

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.