Palm Beach Recreation

Adult Programs

Registration Information:

Fall 2025

Payment due at time of registration.  Fees, Dates and Programs are subject to change. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian while at the Mandel Recreation Center. 

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ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Join fellow recreation enthusiasts and learn a new language, find your inner creativity, or hone a skill.  Adult programs will return in October for the Fall session.  For a faster, easier way to sign up for recreation programs, create an account and register through our DaySmart Portal!

Creative Corner: Fall Crafts Workshop

November 7

Celebrate the cozy charm of fall with this festive and hands-on craft workshop where you’ll design your very own autumn-inspired masterpiece.   Register by November 5.


Friday


10:30am – 12:00pm


Residents: $36

Nonresidents: $45

Mah Jongg for Beginners

October 9 – December 4

Join Gillian Kennedy Wright as she introduces players to the world of Mah Jongg. At the end of this six-week program participants will be able to engage in a fluid game.

 

Thursdays

 

9:00 – 10:30am

 

Residents: $480/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $600/8 weeks

Modern Canasta

Session 1: October 10 – 31

Session 2: November 4 – December 5

Join Gillian Kennedy Wright to learn the standard rules, tips, tricks, and etiquette of playing Modern Canasta.


Fridays


9:00 – 10:30am


Residents: $240/4 weeks

Nonresidents: $300/4 weeks

Ballroom Dance

Adults of all levels are welcome to discover the joy of ballroom dance at Fred Astaire Dance Studios. Certified instructors teach a variety of styles, including Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, and Cha-Cha, in a fun, social, and non-judgmental atmosphere. No partner needed!


Tuesdays


5:00 – 5:45pm


Residents: $200/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $248/8 weeks

French

October 8 – November 26

Michele Bradley makes learning French fun and easy. Classes are conducted mostly in French and focus on conversational skills. Students also explore France’s culture, music, and food.


Wednesdays


Beginners: 12:00 – 1:30pm

Intermediate: 1:45 – 3:15pm


Residents: $240/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $304/8 weeks

Italian

October 6 – November 24

Laura Antonacci, a native Italian, makes learning Italian easy and fun. Laura conducts class almost entirely in the target language and focuses on the development of conversational skills. Students will become acquainted with the culture, music, and food of Italy through web-site material, practical dialogues and Italian song and games. 


Mondays


Beginners: 12:00 – 1:30pm

Intermediate: 10:00 – 11:30am


Residents: $240/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $304/8 weeks

Spanish

October 7 – December 4

This fun, engaging and intimate class will cultivate your love for the Spanish language and focuses on developing and improving conversational skills through interactive vocabulary building, pronunciation, grammar activities, and cultural experiences. 


Beginners: 

Tuesdays 11:15am – 12:45pm


Intermediate:

Thursdays 11:45am – 1:15pm

(no class Thursday, November 27)


Residents: $320/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $400/8 weeks

Getting Past Hello-Conversational Spanish

October 7 – November 25

RAMP Linguistic Society offers you an opportunity to expand your conversational skills in a fun and safe learning environment. Each week our class will delve into a new topic, thereby increasing our students’ listening, speaking, and comprehension skills.


Tuesdays


1:00 – 2:00pm


Residents: $304/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $384/8 weeks

FITNESS & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

Exercise helps control your weight, reduces your risk of heart diseases, helps your body manage blood sugar and insulin levels, improves mental health and mood and helps keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age. Designed to get you into tip top shape, our exercise classes, taught by certified instructors, are perfect for any fitness level or ability.

Group exercise classes will return in Fall 2025.  Stay tuned for updates!

Fitness Class Fees

Drop-in Class:    Residents $18, Nonresidents $23 

5 Class Pass:     Residents $80, Nonresidents $100 

10 Class Pass:  Residents $140, Nonresidents $175

Rollology (50 min)

Way more than foam rolling!  Improve your game, posture, and core strength through this fitness program created by Master Pilates instructor Alyson Limehouse.  Monthly clinics offer more in-depth introduction to equipment and exercise program.

Yoga with Dan (50 min)

A blend of seated, standing, and lying postures to improve mobility and flexibility.

Sculpt & Burn (45 min)

Formerly “Total Body Conditioning”, this class blends strength training with classic aerobics, available to all fitness levels!

Butts & Guts (45 min)

Similar to a barre class, expect to work all the muscles of the lower body & core!

Bootcamp (45 min)

Join John for this 45-minute total body workout in a circuit-style perfect for all levels looking for a personal challenge!

Core, Stretch, & Stability (45 min)

Release and strengthen the entire body, with special attention on the muscles of the abdomen and lower back.  Challenge and build balance and flexibility.