Adult & Senior Activities

SPRING 2025

New Classes**

BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY

This class is designed and taught by a professional photographer and will help you dramatically improve your photos. Explore the fundamentals of photography and learn about basic camera settings, shutter speed, composition, lighting and so much more during this 6 week course.
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE 

Networking Essentials for Professional Growth: Build Connections with Confidence in 2025

This class is a dynamic, six-session program designed for professionals of all backgrounds who want to elevate their networking skills. Led by a career diplomat specialized in global protocol techniques, this course empowers participants with diplomatic strategies to confidently create lasting, mutually beneficial connections that support personal, business and professional growth. Starting with self-assessment to identify strengths for improvement, participants will then learn to craft memorable introductions, master conversation skills, and refine their table etiquette for business meals, including restaurants. This course also includes practical tips for hosting networking events and maintaining connections long-term. Perfect for anyone looking to expand their professional network in 2025. This program offers hands-on learning and real-world strategies in a supportive and friendly setting at the Community Center.

Instructors:  Loren Cruz Sandoval

Loren is Licensed trainer and consultant in Intercultural Etiquette and Protocol, a member of the Mexican Council on Foreign Relations and for the past decade has served as the Consul in Northern California. She holds a Masters Degree from Tufts University and a Master Degree from the Graduate Institute of Geneva.
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE 

TABLE TENNIS
If you are looking for ways to stay physically and mentally active table tennis might be the game for you! Drop by the Benicia Community Center to experience the benefits of the game and have some great conversations at the same time! No drop in fee. 
Tuesdays: 10am - 5pm
Wednesdays: 2 - 6pm
Thursdays: 10am - 5pm
Fridays: 1 - 6pm

ADULT BALLET
Have fun and learn classical ballet at the same time. This class covers the five basic ballet positions, technical steps, stretches, and exercises. Students will learn many different tap steps and combinations plus routines to songs. Come join us and have learning fun learning something new! Knowledgeable dancers are welcome!

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ADULT TAP
Learn the art of Tap dancing starting with the basics and building to more advanced levels.  This class will teach center work, corner work and build routines.  If there are any knee issues, modifications will be given.  

Come join us and have learning something new!  Knowledgeable dancers are welcome!
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE

BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE EVENING LINE DANCE
Join us on Monday evenings for line dancing. This class is for ages 8 and up and all levels are welcome! We’ll be dancing to different genres of music, but mostly, we’ll have a lot of fun! Perfection is not required, the ability to have fun is.  The first hour of class we’ll start with easier dances, but then mix the levels for the second hour of class. Do what you can and it’s okay to take breaks. It will get easier the more you attend. Wear comfy clothing and smooth soled shoes. Bring a water bottle and a friend.

SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE 

ARGENTINE TANGO
Originating in Buenos Aires Tango is a seductive dance where leaders and followers connect in an intimate embrace and move as one to the music. Class will focus on the fundamentals of the dance: The walk, embrace, basic steps, musicality and etiquette. No prior experience or dance required.  No partner required. Dress comfortably.
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE 

SALSA DANCING
The hottest and most electrifying dance in the Bay Area. Come learn the fundamentals of Salsa: Basic Steps, Turns, Embrace, Rhythm, and nuances of the dance.  No partner required. Dress comfortably. Be seduced by the passion and elegance of Salsa.  This will be a fun class in a friendly and fun community.
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE

BELLYDANCING
Bellydance basics will allow you to experience the fun of bellydancing! This class is a great place to start by learning the basics: figure eights, shimmies, turns and traveling steps. Also, combinations, isolations, and veil moves will be covered. Bellydancing improves balance, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance with low impact dance moves. An introduction to finger cymbals will be included. 
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE

WILLS, TRUSTS & ESTATE PLANNING

Estate planning can be crucial. Everyone needs this information for themselves, their parents, and their children. This class covers wills, living trusts, joint tenancies and tax planning. Learn how to avoid estate taxes and probate fees. See how new tax laws may require crucial changes or updates to your existing estate planning documents. This instructor is an experienced attorney and college professor.
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE

ONLINE PRACTICAL SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS
How long have you been saying to yourself, “I need to learn Spanish." ?  Almost 40% of California residents speak Spanish or come from Spanish speaking backgrounds…and that number keeps growing. Spanish is spoken where we work, where we shop, and where we live.  The ability to understand and communicate in Spanish is no longer just a nice thing to know; it’s quickly becoming a necessity.  Spanish is the easiest foreign language for English speakers to learn, with a similar alphabet and many words in common. In this class, no previous Spanish knowledge is assumed. Whether you took two years of Spanish in high school or don’t know one word... you can speak Spanish.  You just have to get started! For more information, call 707-648-4640. 

Instructor: Derrick Leonard
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE

BEGINNING SEWING
Discover the fun and creativity of sewing. This is the perfect class for beginners and those with some sewing experience. Learn basic hand and machine sewing techniques such as seam finishes, installing a zipper, sewing a project from a pattern or repurposing an old variety clothing item into something new. Students will apply the basic sewing techniques to their class projects based on their interests.
SPRING SESSIONS & REGISTRATION: ONLINE