Magnarelli Community Center (at McChesney Park)
Senior Fitness Programs
Contact Information
Address: 2300 Grant Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13208
Phone Number: (315) 473.2673
Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Director: Tom White E-Mail: [email protected]
Program Questions & Answers
What senior programs are offered at the Magnarelli Community Center?
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Zumba Gold, Walking, One Mile Walking, Volleyball, Yoga, Body Toning, PingPong, Badminton, Pickle Ball, and 5-on-5 Basketball
Can I sign up for a senior fitness program at the Magnarelli Community Center?
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Senior fitness programs are for individuals 55+ years of age unless otherwise
indicated
What do I have to do before I participate?
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Consult your physician before starting any fitness or exercise program. Please
notify staff of any medical conditions.
All participants are required to complete a “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” to have on file (updated
yearly)
What do I wear?
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Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable rubber-soled shoes (Must be dry).
How do I register?
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Fee-based programs require pre-registration. Complete a registration
form/waiver and make checks payable to “Commissioner of Finance”. Your
paperwork and payment can be turned in at the Magnarelli Community Center (at
McChesney Park). City residents receive priority registration. An updated “Fit
Parks! City Parks Fitness Program Registration/Physical Activity Readiness
Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated yearly. Please come early to the
first class to complete it or, verify we have an updated form on file.
Non-fee programs are first come, first serve. Space may be limited in order to
maintain a safe and secure environment. An updated “Fit Parks! City Parks
Fitness Program Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs
to be on file and updated yearly.
What do I need to bring?
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Participants must provide their own equipment, if required (yoga mat, hand
weights, etc). Please read the program descriptions to verify required equipment.
What do I do when I arrive at the Magnarelli Community Center?
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Daily sign-in is required at the front office window for all programs. Staff will be
on hand to assist you with any questions you may have before the start of each
program.
How do I know if a class is cancelled?
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Our schedule is subject to change based on attendance and space requirements
For last minute cancellations/updates please visit us on the web at:
www.syracuse.ny.us/parks/messageBoard.html or call the Center at (315).
473.2673
Signs will also be posted at the Center when classes are cancelled.
Program Listings
Program Name: Zumba Gold
Description: Zumba Gold® is based on the international Latin-inspired rhythms of basic
Zumba, but in a modified version and lower intensity which incorporates many of the
dance/fitness routines set to Latin and international rhythms. Routines are geared towards
active senior adults. Exercise and dance for fun - “Ditch the workout, join the party!” It’s
exercise in disguise.
Instructor: Jennifer Dennison, Zumba/Zumba Gold certified
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing; Seven (7) to Eight (8) week sessions scheduled throughout the year
(Jan.-Feb.; March-Apr; May-June; July-August; Sept.-Oct; Nov.-Dec.)
Days/Time: Monday & Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $35 per session: checks only made payable to “Commissioner of Finance.” City
Residents receive priority registration.
Maximum # of Participants: 30
Registration Required: Pre-registration required. Complete a registration form/waiver
and make checks payable to “Commissioner of Finance”. Must have an updated “Fit
Parks! City Parks Fitness Program Registration/Physical Activity Readiness
Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated yearly. Please come early to the first class
to complete it or, verify we have an updated form on file.
Program Name: Walking
Description: A low-impact opportunity to walk inside a climate controlled atmosphere.
Eighteen laps around and outside the black lines equals one mile.
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Times: Monday thru Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: N/A
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: One Mile Walking
Description: A thirty (30) minute low to medium level aerobic exercise class - where
participants follow the prompts from a video tape, to improve their cardiovascular
system. Loose fitting clothing and comfortable rubber soled shoes required.
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Time: Mondays,10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: 25
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Volleyball (Drop-In Program)
Description: Informal pick up volleyball games, generally played 6 on 6.
Location: Gymnasium (one volleyball court)
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Time: Noon – 2:00 p.m. (Mondays); 9 a.m. – 12 noon (Fridays)
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: N/A (first come, first play)
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Yoga
Description: Reap the benefits of slow moving gentle sequences, restorative postures,
breathing and concentration practices. Participants report improvement from numerous
stress related health issues, as well as improved balance, posture and sense of well-being.
No prerequisite.
Instructor: Mimi Pavetto
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Time: Tuesday & Thursday,9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: 30
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Stretch and Strengthen (Body Toning)
Description: A chair-based yoga class of stretch and strengthen exercises to help
slow the aging effects of osteoporosis and loss of motion. Through a well-planned
stretching program, participant will increase their strength and range of motion through
greater pain-free areas.
Instructor: Mimi Pavetto
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: 30
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Men’s 5-On-5 Basketball (Drop-In Program)
Description: Informal pick-up basketball games, generally played 5 on 5; half court.
Must provide your own basketballs.
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: N/A (first come, first play)
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Badminton (Drop-In Program)
Description: Informal pick up, generally singles or doubles format played. Must bring
your own racket and shuttlecocks.
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing (Note: Played September thru June only)
Days/Times: Tuesdays, 12:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: N/A (first come, first play)
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Table Tennis/Ping Pong (Drop-In Program)
Description: Informal pick up, generally singles or doubles format played. Must provide
your own paddles and ping pong balls.
Location: Gymnasium
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Times: Wednesdays, 12:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: N/A (first come, first play)
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.
Program Name: Pickle Ball (Drop-In Program)
Description: A sport which is a cross between tennis, badminton and ping pong. It is
based on accuracy, not power. Singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play encouraged.
Drop in only. Must provide your own paddle and pickle balls.
Location: Gymnasium – two courts
Dates: Ongoing
Days/Times: Thursdays & Fridays, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Fee: None
Maximum # of Participants: N/A (first come, first play)
Registration Required: Must have an updated “Fit Parks! City Parks Fitness Program
Registration/Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire” needs to be on file and updated
yearly.