Drop-In Basketball (ages 18 & up)
Come on out, get on the court, and get some exercise. We will have the gym open so you and your buddies can play “Horse”, “21” or a pick up game. Drop-in schedule may vary throughout the year and may be cancelled on certain days without notice. No drop-in when Howell Public Schools are closed. Site is
limited to the first 30 participants each night.
Site: Highlander Way Middle School
$4/$5 M&TH 3/4-4/25 8:00pm-10:00pm
Drop-In Ping Pong (ages 16 & up)
Ping Pong is a sport in which two or four players hit a lightweight, hollow ball back and forth to each other with paddles. The game takes place on a hard table divided by a net. Players must allow a ball played towards them only one bounce on their side of the table and must return it so that it bounces on the
opposite side. Points are scored when a player fails to return the ball within the rules. Play is fast and demands quick
reactions. All equipment provided.
Site: Barnard Community Center
$1/$2 T 1/8-12/17 6:00pm-9:00pm
Drop-In Volleyball (ages 18 & up)
Come on out and join us for some volleyball. This is a great chance to get out and enjoy a great sport, whether you are on a team and need some practice, or you are just looking for some added exercise. Drop-in schedules may vary throughout the year and may be cancelled on certain days without notice. No drop-in when Howell Public Schools are closed. Site is limited to the first 30 participants each night.
Site: Three Fires Elementary School
$3/$5 T 3/5-4/23 8:00pm-10:00pm
Drop-in Tai Chi (all ages)
Research has shown that the relaxed, slow, graceful, balanced and coordinated movements of Tai Chi can increase the flow of Chi (energy), reduce anxiety, depression and chronic pain
conditions. They can boost the immune system, improve
respiratory function, burn calories, dramatically improve balance, cardiovascular benefit, provide powerful stress management tools and slow aspects of the aging process. Instructor has over 28 years of martial arts experience and over 15 years of
teaching Tai Chi.
Site: Bennett Recreation Center
Instructor: Paul Christensen
$2/$4 M&W 3/4-12/18 9:30am-10:30am
* no class 5/27 & 9/2
Enhanced Fitness (ages 50 & up)
Few factors contribute to successful aging as much as having a physically active lifestyle. Regular physical activity is important for the prevention of many chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, arthritis, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Enhanced Fitness is a fitness program geared toward improving the overall functional fitness and
well-bring of senior citizens in the community. It is a
collaborative effort between the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority and the Howell Senior Center, the Brighton Senior Center, and the Hartland Senior Center. The program is funded through a grant from the Area Agency on Aging 1-B. The lead instructor, Lisa Wolfe, has been focused on fitness for 23 years and her enthusiasm for the program is unparalleled. Enhanced Fitness is a low cost, evidence based group physical activity program. Exercises have been packaged into a formal regimen focusing on cardiovascular conditioning, resistance and strength training, flexibility, and balance training. She will lead an hour class at the three senior centers throughout the week,
participate at one or participate at all!
$3 donation/person/session
Howell Senior Center W & F 11:30am-12:30pm
Brighton Senior Center T & TH 10:00am-11:00am
Hartland Senior Center M & W 9:00am-10:00am
Drop-In Pickle Ball (ages 18 & up)
Pickle Ball is a combination of ping pong, tennis and badminton and has been enjoyed for over 20 years by people of all ages. You will feel like a winner and champion playing this exciting paddle game called Pickle Ball. Free to members of the
Howell Senior Center. (Watch the monthly senior newsletter “50 & Beyond” for any cancellation due to other activities).
Site: Bennett Recreation Center
$1 per session
W 3/6-9/25 1:00pm-5:00pm
SAT 3/2-9/28 10:00am-12:00pm
Walk at Bennett-Indoor Walking Club (all ages)
Our walking program will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am-10:00am. Our space might be small, but we’ve measured out how many times around the gym it takes to walk a mile (33) and we are having loads of fun. Here’s how it works! As soon as walkers have signed in, they will walk to lively music, and record the number of laps walked on their personalized walking sheets. Lap counters will be provided. Walkers who achieve their first 100 miles will be awarded a commemorative t-shirt. Be sure to wear shoes for walking and bring a water bottle. The program is free for seniors over the age of 50 with a Howell Senior Center membership and for all others the cost is 50 cents daily for residents of the City of Howell, Genoa, Marion and Oceola Townships, and $1 for non-residents. Come on over and get active!
Site: Bennett Recreation Center
$.50/$1 T & TH 1/8-12/19 9:00am-10:00am
*No walking club 5/9 and 5/28
Drop-In Horseshoes at Marion Township
Come out to Marion Township Hall located at 2877 W. Coon Lake Road in Howell and enjoy the four new horseshoe pits located behind the township hall. The pits are open during daylight hours and are open on a first come, first serve basis. You must bring your own horseshoes and water. This is a free activity!
