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.

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 eight-week program participants will be able to engage in a fluid game.

Thursdays 9:00 – 10:30am or

Fridays 10:30am-12:00pm- NEW

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

Line Dance- New

October 17-November 21

Join Fair Breeze Dancing Feet for 90-minutes of fun to sharpen your brain, improve your balance, invigorate your mind, and elevate your energy level. You’ll learn popular dances, such as “Boots on the Ground,” “Jerusalema,” and Tamia’s “Can’t Get Enough,” to a diverse selection of R&B/Soul, Pop, Country Blues, Caribbean, and Afrobeats music. All skill levels welcome.

Friday 6:30pm- 8:00pm

Residents: $188/6 weeks

Nonresidents: $240/6 weeks

Saturday 1:00pm-3:00pm

Residents: $210/6 weeks

Nonresidents: $264/6 weeks

5678 Ballet/Jazz Adult Dance

October 6-December 1

Step into the joy of movement with our adult Ballet/Jazz class! This class blends the grace and technique of ballet with the fun, upbeat style of jazz. Perfect for beginners or those returning to dance, you’ll build strength, flexibility, and confidence in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Monday

12:00pm- 12:55pm

Residents: $250/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $320/8 weeks

Ballroom Dance

October 7 – November 25

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

5:30 – 6:15pm

Residents: $200/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $248/8 weeks

French

October 8 – December 3

(no class November 26)

RAMP Linguistic Society 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 – December 1

(no class 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

(no class November 27)

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

Residents: $320/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $400/8 weeks

Getting Past Hello-Conversational Spanish

October 7 – December 2

(no class 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.

Mark your calendar: new classes begin in October!

Fitness Class Fees

Resident: $20/class meeting

Nonresident: $25/class meeting

Body Conditioning with Sandee Sineni

This is an easy-to-follow, multi-level class that starts with a low-impact warmup and ends with weight exercises involving all major muscles. The class will conclude with a series of stretches.

Stretch & Relaxation with Sandee Sineni

Influenced by dance and fitness to allow an all-over stretch, resulting in calm relaxation.

Yoga with Brittany Rattinger-McKay

Beginner to advanced members welcome. Brittany’s teaching style blends mindful movement, breath awareness, and heart-centered guidance to help students feel grounded, open, and connected – both on and off the mat.

Bootcamp with John Sutter

Push your limits with Bootcamp! This fast-paced, every-minute-on-the-minute workout combines strength and cardio in a six-exercise circuit designed to challenge your whole body and keep you moving strong.

Teach, Inspire, Make a Difference!

The Mandel Recreation Center is seeking passionate, creative, inspiring and energetic instructors looking to share their skills or talents with the Palm Beach community. We offer a flexible schedule, competitive compensation, a supportive environment and a fun and rewarding atmosphere.If you are interested in bringing your class to the Mandel, please submit your program proposal to recreation@townofpalmbeach.com