DrumFit is a fun and energizing class designed specifically for improving strength, coordination, memory, and overall well-being. Using lightweight drumsticks, stability balls, and upbeat music, participants perform easy-to-follow rhythmic movements that combine cardio, balance, and light resistance training. No musical experience is needed — just a willingness to move, have fun, and make some noise! Class can be done seated or standing.
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January 5 – April 13 Tuesday3:00 PM → 4:00 PMSessions: 15Instructor: Rebekah ShumanLocations: Oasis Rochester DrumFit is a fun and energizing class designed specifically for improving strength, coordination, memory, and overall well-being. Using lightweight drumsticks, stability balls, and upbeat music, participants perform easy-to-follow rhythmic movements that combine cardio, balance, and light resistance training. No musical experience is needed — just... read more -
January 5 – April 13 Tuesday2:30 PM → 4:00 PMSessions: 15Instructor: Kevin FinniganLocations: ZoomThis course is equivalent to fourth year of high school French or fourth semester college. If you are not currently enrolled in the course, you will need permission from Kevin to join. Please contact Oasis Rochester before registering. You must have a computer, or smart phone, or tablet with video and audio capability and a printer/copier/scanner for class... read moreThis course is equivalent to fourth year of high school French or fourth semester college. If you are not currently enrolled in the course, you will need permission from Kevin to join. Please contact Oasis Rochester before registering. You must have a computer, or smart phone, or tablet with video and audio capability and a printer/copier/scanner for class materials. The texts used are: 'Trésors du Temps and its accompanying workbook, Cours Supérieur, by Eli Blume, Workbook in French Three Years (Second Edition) by Eli Blume and Gail Stein (Amsco Publishing). -
January 19 – February 2 Tuesday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 3Instructor: Barry Fry, Retired TeacherLocations: Oasis RochesterExplore the fascinating sensory worlds of animals through 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. Discover how animals experience their surroundings in ways we can barely imagine, from dogs’ extraordinary sense of smell to senses humans don’t possess. Participants are strongly encouraged to read the book before class... read moreExplore the fascinating sensory worlds of animals through 'An Immense World' by Ed Yong. Discover how animals experience their surroundings in ways we can barely imagine, from dogs’ extraordinary sense of smell to senses humans don’t possess. Participants are strongly encouraged to read the book before class begins. -
January 19 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lisa Robinson and Susan Carmen DuffyLocations: Oasis Rochester Need a fun pick me up to stop the January blues? Come explore Oasis’ new beautiful creative space. We’ll fill the room with art stations that encourage you to move around and play! Painting and collage, monoprinting, card making and shadow drawing. It’s a fun afternoon to connect with friends, use your imagination and make some pieces to... read moreNeed a fun pick me up to stop the January blues? Come explore Oasis’ new beautiful creative space. We’ll fill the room with art stations that encourage you to move around and play! Painting and collage, monoprinting, card making and shadow drawing. It’s a fun afternoon to connect with friends, use your imagination and make some pieces to take home. Materials are included. -
February 2 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lisa Robinson, Central CreativeLocations: Oasis Rochester Bring in a mixed media notebook and focus on playful self expression. Your journal can be a place to practice, to play with new art supplies and art styles. Journaling is a way to reduce stress and to learn more about who you really are. Lisa will send weekly prompts and we will gather again in 3 months to see the creations (date to be determined)!... read moreBring in a mixed media notebook and focus on playful self expression. Your journal can be a place to practice, to play with new art supplies and art styles. Journaling is a way to reduce stress and to learn more about who you really are. Lisa will send weekly prompts and we will gather again in 3 months to see the creations (date to be determined)! Materials are included. -
February 2 – March 9 Tuesday2:30 PM → 3:45 PMSessions: 6Instructor: Nancy B MillerLocations: Oasis RochesterLearn about the amazing world of plant essences, the vibrational aspects of plants, and how to work with them to support your overall mental and physical wellbeing. Practice working with plant essences in class so that over the course of six weeks you build confidence in your ability to apply what you have learned to your daily life. Group and... read moreLearn about the amazing world of plant essences, the vibrational aspects of plants, and how to work with them to support your overall mental and physical wellbeing. Practice working with plant essences in class so that over the course of six weeks you build confidence in your ability to apply what you have learned to your daily life. Group and individual activities will provide an enriching learning experience. You do not need to have any knowledge about plants to enjoy and benefit from this class. Nancy Miller is a gardener and retired practitioner of the healing arts. -
February 9 Tuesday10:00 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Barry Fry, Retired TeacherLocations: Oasis RochesterWe will explore the 580 miles of the FLT from Western NY to the Catskills through pictures, maps and stories about hiking the trail. The instructor has hiked hundreds of miles of the trail including all of the Bristol Branch. We will discuss how to access the trail and use it safely while having fun doing... read moreWe will explore the 580 miles of the FLT from Western NY to the Catskills through pictures, maps and stories about hiking the trail. The instructor has hiked hundreds of miles of the trail including all of the Bristol Branch. We will discuss how to access the trail and use it safely while having fun doing so. -
February 16 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lisa Robinson and Susan Carmen DuffyLocations: Oasis Rochester People often seemed stumped by how to paint white flowers, vases, and other objects in watercolor. This workshop will help you plan your highlights ahead of time and carefully paint the background or shadows around the white areas. For the most vibrant, luminous results learn the proper techniques for adding shadow and depth to the white subjects. ... read morePeople often seemed stumped by how to paint white flowers, vases, and other objects in watercolor. This workshop will help you plan your highlights ahead of time and carefully paint the background or shadows around the white areas. For the most vibrant, luminous results learn the proper techniques for adding shadow and depth to the white subjects. Materials are included. -
March 2 – April 13 Tuesday1:00 PM → 1:45 PMSessions: 7Instructor: Julie FerreiraLocations: Oasis RochesterLearn or polish basic belly dance moves with a focus on technique, musicality, exploring different styles of Middle Eastern dance, and fun. Suitable for all levels from beginner to... read moreLearn or polish basic belly dance moves with a focus on technique, musicality, exploring different styles of Middle Eastern dance, and fun. Suitable for all levels from beginner to experienced. -
March 2 – April 13 Tuesday1:45 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 7Instructor: Julie FerreiraLocations: Oasis RochesterWe’ll use belly dance techniques and skills to develop choreography and focus on performance skills. (Performances are always optional.) Enroll in this class with permission from Julie and if you have taken at a minimum of one session of her Belly Dance Basics... read moreWe’ll use belly dance techniques and skills to develop choreography and focus on performance skills. (Performances are always optional.) Enroll in this class with permission from Julie and if you have taken at a minimum of one session of her Belly Dance Basics class.
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March 16 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lisa Robinson, Central CreativeLocations: Oasis Rochester Painting a watercolor of your favorite scene can be a lovely way to create an artful memory. Together we will paint a 5 x 7 of a photo that you treasure. Each person will finish a painting and get a matted piece at the end of the day. Bring a hard copy photo to work from. Having trouble drawing it? Lisa will give you a basic sketch if you send... read morePainting a watercolor of your favorite scene can be a lovely way to create an artful memory. Together we will paint a 5 x 7 of a photo that you treasure. Each person will finish a painting and get a matted piece at the end of the day. Bring a hard copy photo to work from. Having trouble drawing it? Lisa will give you a basic sketch if you send her your photo a week ahead of the class. Materials are included.
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March 16 – March 23 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Jack Marchand, American Cribbage CongressLocations: Oasis RochesterDiscover the fun of cribbage! Learn the basics of this classic card game, including how to score points, use the cribbage board, and develop simple strategies. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and enjoy learning a new game while making connections with... read moreDiscover the fun of cribbage! Learn the basics of this classic card game, including how to score points, use the cribbage board, and develop simple strategies. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and enjoy learning a new game while making connections with others. -
March 23 Tuesday3:00 PM → 4:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dr. Susan Friedman, Geriatrician, URMCLocations: Oasis RochesterDid you know that 75% of chronic disease in this country could be eliminated by addressing straightforward things – like the food we eat, exercise, sleep, managing stress, avoiding tobacco, and building healthy relationships? Lifestyle medicine is a new field of medicine that works with patients to help them make and sustain changes, in order to reduce... read moreDid you know that 75% of chronic disease in this country could be eliminated by addressing straightforward things – like the food we eat, exercise, sleep, managing stress, avoiding tobacco, and building healthy relationships? Lifestyle medicine is a new field of medicine that works with patients to help them make and sustain changes, in order to reduce chronic illness and achieve their best health. Dr. Susan Friedman, Professor of Medicine at the University of Rochester, who is a geriatrician and lifestyle medicine physician, will discuss the principles of lifestyle medicine, and review some of the evidence of how it can lead to a healthier you! -
April 6 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lisa Robinson, Central CreativeLocations: Oasis Rochester Three Paintings of three still life subjects. Learn how to apply washes to build up color. Design backgrounds and add shadows for depth. This lesson is a stepping stone to creating other still life artwork. Materials are... read moreThree Paintings of three still life subjects. Learn how to apply washes to build up color. Design backgrounds and add shadows for depth. This lesson is a stepping stone to creating other still life artwork. Materials are included.
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January 6 – April 14 No Class: 2/10Wednesday9:00 AM → 9:40 AMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis class is a continuation of Tap 3, focusing on complex rhythms and combinations. It is recommended that you've completed Tap 3 or have at least 5 years of tap dance training to be in this... read moreThis class is a continuation of Tap 3, focusing on complex rhythms and combinations. It is recommended that you've completed Tap 3 or have at least 5 years of tap dance training to be in this level. -
January 6 – April 14 No Class: 2/10Wednesday9:45 AM → 10:25 AMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is an open level class welcoming all dancers. Class will consist of a warm-up/ stretching period, movements across the floor, focusing on basic jazz terminology, and choreography of the given season or time. Dancers will learn some classic choreography, such as Fosse, Robbins, and Blankenbuehler, but also original choreography for different chosen... read moreThis is an open level class welcoming all dancers. Class will consist of a warm-up/ stretching period, movements across the floor, focusing on basic jazz terminology, and choreography of the given season or time. Dancers will learn some classic choreography, such as Fosse, Robbins, and Blankenbuehler, but also original choreography for different chosen holidays, artists and themes. Jazz shoes, ballet shoes, sneakers, or non slip socks are required. -
January 6 – April 14 Wednesday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 15Instructor: Kristine Hannon, retired Rochester City School District teacherLocations: ZoomIf you have studied Spanish before and have a basic speaking knowledge of Spanish, you are welcome to join this lively class. The advanced intermediate level class provides an opportunity to practice speaking in a friendly environment. You must have taken Spanish with Kris previously, or have permission from her. Please call Oasis and we will have her... read moreIf you have studied Spanish before and have a basic speaking knowledge of Spanish, you are welcome to join this lively class. The advanced intermediate level class provides an opportunity to practice speaking in a friendly environment. You must have taken Spanish with Kris previously, or have permission from her. Please call Oasis and we will have her contact you. Text is on your confirmation letter. Class is presented via Zoom. You must have a computer/laptop, tablet or a phone and capability for sound and camera access. Book: “Complete Spanish All-in-One, Premium Third Edition" ISBN 978-1-264-28554-9 -
January 6 – April 14 No Class: 2/10Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:10 AMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterTap Aerobics is a fun, high-energy fitness class that combines basic tap dance steps with aerobic movements to boost cardiovascular health, coordination, and rhythm. Set to upbeat music, this class offers a great workout while allowing participants to enjoy the joy of dance. Basic experience is Tap is highly recommended. Come with a willingness to move... read moreTap Aerobics is a fun, high-energy fitness class that combines basic tap dance steps with aerobic movements to boost cardiovascular health, coordination, and rhythm. Set to upbeat music, this class offers a great workout while allowing participants to enjoy the joy of dance. Basic experience is Tap is highly recommended. Come with a willingness to move and have fun! -
January 6 – April 7 No Class: 11/25Wednesday11:15 AM → 12:15 PMSessions: 14Instructor: Kristine Hannon, retired Rochester City School District teacherLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is a continuation for those who have taken Spanish II. You will be able to practice in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. You must have previously taken class with Kris or have permission from her. Please contact Oasis and we will have her give you a call. The textbook is not included and will be listed on your... read moreThis is a continuation for those who have taken Spanish II. You will be able to practice in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. You must have previously taken class with Kris or have permission from her. Please contact Oasis and we will have her give you a call. The textbook is not included and will be listed on your confirmation.
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January 6 – April 14 No Class: 2/10Wednesday11:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is the performing tap dance troupe which is open for participation with permission from Erika only. This class is on both Wednesdays and... read moreThis is the performing tap dance troupe which is open for participation with permission from Erika only. This class is on both Wednesdays and Fridays.