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Main Street Board Meeting

Community Blood Drive at the Elgin Recreation Center

Community Blood Drive

Cooking for a Change

Something new is happening at the Elgin Recreation Center this summer! "Cooking for Change" will run all summer every other Thursday in the Elgin Recreation Center Kitchen. This program is FREE for participants ages 11-17. We will make delicious recipes, have snacks, and great discussions about topics that will challenge you to make a difference in your community! The next class will be June 8th!

Juneteenth Street Dance

The Juneteenth Celebration kicks off their event with vendors in Veterans’ Memorial Park Friday at 7:00 PM and the annual street dance held at from 8:00 PM. through midnight. Juneteenth continues on Saturday starts at 10:00 AM. with the Grand Parade. Line up for the parade will start at 8 a.m. from Booker T. Washington Elementary School and parades through Historic Downtown Elgin. After the parade there will be activities at Veterans’ Memorial Park downtown until 6:00 PM.

Juneteenth Parade & Celebration

Juneteenth continues on Saturday starts at 10:00 AM. with the Grand Parade. Line up for the parade will start at 8 a.m. from Booker T. Washington Elementary School and parades through Historic Downtown Elgin. After the parade there will be activities at Veterans’ Memorial Park downtown until 6:00 PM. For more information, or to become a member, volunteer or sponsor of Elgin’s Juneteenth Organization, please contact Bettye Lofton at (512) 963-2721

Adulting 101

Adulting 101

Cooking for a Change

Something new is happening at the Elgin Recreation Center this summer! "Cooking for Change" will run all summer every other Thursday in the Elgin Recreation Center Kitchen. This program is FREE for participants ages 11-17. We will make delicious recipes, have snacks, and great discussions about topics that will challenge you to make a difference in your community! The next class will be June 8th!

Adulting 101

Afternoon Book Club (A.B.C.): "Footsteps in the Dark" by Georgette Heyer

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Yoga & Mindfulness for Little Ones with Nina at the Elgin Recreation Center

This wonderful 45 minute toddler yoga class emphasizing movement and yoga poses based on age appropriate stories and themes. We will be teaching breath work and a little stillness at the end of the session with the goal of teaching our littles calming techniques and body awareness. Ages 3-8 years old are invited to participate. Parents must stay on the premises during the class.

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

Strut & Glow with Zaftigg at the Elgin Recreation Center

Y'all ready to dance like you mean it? Each month Zaftigg teaches a fun and provocative routine that will be taught start-to-finish each class. Classes include warm ups, run through of choreography, and end with students being split into groups to perform for each other before a cool down. Sometimes smooth and slinky, sometimes fast and raucous, this inclusive class is for anyone interested in building and celebrating confidence! All bodies, genders, and experience levels are welcome. This class is recommended for students 16 years and up. To prevent injuries and ensure proper warm-up, no one more than 5 minutes late will be admitted to class. Equipment: bring your H20 and dress in clothes you can easily move in. Yoga mats can be provided. Knee pads are recommended as some routines may take it to the floor.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in strengthening their bodies, developing balance and connecting their minds with their bodies. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Slow Stretch Yoga & Meditation Class with Melodie at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our slow stretch class offers specific exercises designed to help students nurture their bodies. Whether you’re looking to improve flexibility or enjoy self-care time, this class is for you!

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi as a Martial Art Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi as Martial Arts is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in the fitness, power and meditation behind Tai Chi as a martial art. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Prime Timer Bingo Day - Free Bingo for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Prime Timer Bingo Day - Free Bingo for Ages 60+ 2nd Monday of every month | 2PM - 4PM Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every second Monday of the month from 2:00PM-4:00PM for FREE Bingo. This is a fun way to socialize with other seniors and win prizes! Bingo is free for all participants and includes prizes, coffee and light refreshments provided by Chariot/Drive-A-Senior and Elgin Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

X-Treme Hip-Hop with Courtney A. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Xtreme Hip-Hop is a high energy toning and cardio class using great music, step platforms & dance moves. With routines set to old & new school Hip-Hop, it makes you want to get up and get moving while getting in a great calorie burn! Message from Instructor Courtney: I have been doing Xtreme hip hop about 3 years now. I love it and enjoy it. It doesn't feel like a workout I think that's why it's so fun. I became a instructor Oct 2022 and hope to continue building with the brand.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Dance Body Work with Pedro at the Elgin Recreation Center

Group coaching for physical well-being, to relieve tension, correct posture, reduce stress, diminish fatigue and increase energy. Clients will learn how to improve their fitness, replacing fat with muscle. The work also increases mental concentration and memory; and physical balance is improved. The goal is not athletic performance, but to help you spend some effective time on yourself and your body through simple exercises adapted to age and daily activities. The class will advice you on using your body more effectively each day. Message from Instructor Pedro: I use my 45 years of experience as a professional dancer and teacher. From my daily practice of Tibetan yoga stretches. I have selected simple exercises that enable the maintenance or the achievement of physical fitness. I am concerned with giving you certain keys that will soon lead you, on your own, to acquiring the reflex of giving this attention to yourself and your body.

Skate Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

PLEASE NOTE: Skate Night is on hold during the winter months due to weather and darkness - we will see everyone when we return in March! ALL WHEELS ARE WELCOME! Come skate, bike, roller blade and scooter safely, at the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday from 5PM - 7PM! This event is fun for all ages and completely FREE. We will hang out, listen to music, wheel around and make new friends! Small scale skateboard ramps and rails will be available for children under 13. Parental supervision required

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Yoga & Mindfulness for Little Ones with Nina at the Elgin Recreation Center

This wonderful 45 minute toddler yoga class emphasizing movement and yoga poses based on age appropriate stories and themes. We will be teaching breath work and a little stillness at the end of the session with the goal of teaching our littles calming techniques and body awareness. Ages 3-8 years old are invited to participate. Parents must stay on the premises during the class.

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

Strut & Glow with Zaftigg at the Elgin Recreation Center

Y'all ready to dance like you mean it? Each month Zaftigg teaches a fun and provocative routine that will be taught start-to-finish each class. Classes include warm ups, run through of choreography, and end with students being split into groups to perform for each other before a cool down. Sometimes smooth and slinky, sometimes fast and raucous, this inclusive class is for anyone interested in building and celebrating confidence! All bodies, genders, and experience levels are welcome. This class is recommended for students 16 years and up. To prevent injuries and ensure proper warm-up, no one more than 5 minutes late will be admitted to class. Equipment: bring your H20 and dress in clothes you can easily move in. Yoga mats can be provided. Knee pads are recommended as some routines may take it to the floor.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in strengthening their bodies, developing balance and connecting their minds with their bodies. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Slow Stretch Yoga & Meditation Class with Melodie at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our slow stretch class offers specific exercises designed to help students nurture their bodies. Whether you’re looking to improve flexibility or enjoy self-care time, this class is for you!

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi as a Martial Art Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi as Martial Arts is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in the fitness, power and meditation behind Tai Chi as a martial art. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Prime Timer Craft Day - Crafting Day for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Prime Timer Craft Day - Crafting Day for Ages 60+ 3rd Monday of every month | 2PM - 4PM Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every third Monday of the month from 2PM-4PM for a FREE, staff lead, craft activity! Supplies and coffee will be provided free of charge. Crafts will differ each month. Prime Time Crafters is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while making beautiful pieces of art.

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

X-Treme Hip-Hop with Courtney A. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Xtreme Hip-Hop is a high energy toning and cardio class using great music, step platforms & dance moves. With routines set to old & new school Hip-Hop, it makes you want to get up and get moving while getting in a great calorie burn! Message from Instructor Courtney: I have been doing Xtreme hip hop about 3 years now. I love it and enjoy it. It doesn't feel like a workout I think that's why it's so fun. I became a instructor Oct 2022 and hope to continue building with the brand.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Dance Body Work with Pedro at the Elgin Recreation Center

Group coaching for physical well-being, to relieve tension, correct posture, reduce stress, diminish fatigue and increase energy. Clients will learn how to improve their fitness, replacing fat with muscle. The work also increases mental concentration and memory; and physical balance is improved. The goal is not athletic performance, but to help you spend some effective time on yourself and your body through simple exercises adapted to age and daily activities. The class will advice you on using your body more effectively each day. Message from Instructor Pedro: I use my 45 years of experience as a professional dancer and teacher. From my daily practice of Tibetan yoga stretches. I have selected simple exercises that enable the maintenance or the achievement of physical fitness. I am concerned with giving you certain keys that will soon lead you, on your own, to acquiring the reflex of giving this attention to yourself and your body.

Skate Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

PLEASE NOTE: Skate Night is on hold during the winter months due to weather and darkness - we will see everyone when we return in March! ALL WHEELS ARE WELCOME! Come skate, bike, roller blade and scooter safely, at the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday from 5PM - 7PM! This event is fun for all ages and completely FREE. We will hang out, listen to music, wheel around and make new friends! Small scale skateboard ramps and rails will be available for children under 13. Parental supervision required

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Yoga & Mindfulness for Little Ones with Nina at the Elgin Recreation Center

This wonderful 45 minute toddler yoga class emphasizing movement and yoga poses based on age appropriate stories and themes. We will be teaching breath work and a little stillness at the end of the session with the goal of teaching our littles calming techniques and body awareness. Ages 3-8 years old are invited to participate. Parents must stay on the premises during the class.

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

Strut & Glow with Zaftigg at the Elgin Recreation Center

Y'all ready to dance like you mean it? Each month Zaftigg teaches a fun and provocative routine that will be taught start-to-finish each class. Classes include warm ups, run through of choreography, and end with students being split into groups to perform for each other before a cool down. Sometimes smooth and slinky, sometimes fast and raucous, this inclusive class is for anyone interested in building and celebrating confidence! All bodies, genders, and experience levels are welcome. This class is recommended for students 16 years and up. To prevent injuries and ensure proper warm-up, no one more than 5 minutes late will be admitted to class. Equipment: bring your H20 and dress in clothes you can easily move in. Yoga mats can be provided. Knee pads are recommended as some routines may take it to the floor.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in strengthening their bodies, developing balance and connecting their minds with their bodies. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Slow Stretch Yoga & Meditation Class with Melodie at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our slow stretch class offers specific exercises designed to help students nurture their bodies. Whether you’re looking to improve flexibility or enjoy self-care time, this class is for you!

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi as a Martial Art Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi as Martial Arts is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in the fitness, power and meditation behind Tai Chi as a martial art. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Prime Timer Field Trip Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

X-Treme Hip-Hop with Courtney A. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Xtreme Hip-Hop is a high energy toning and cardio class using great music, step platforms & dance moves. With routines set to old & new school Hip-Hop, it makes you want to get up and get moving while getting in a great calorie burn! Message from Instructor Courtney: I have been doing Xtreme hip hop about 3 years now. I love it and enjoy it. It doesn't feel like a workout I think that's why it's so fun. I became a instructor Oct 2022 and hope to continue building with the brand.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Dance Body Work with Pedro at the Elgin Recreation Center

Group coaching for physical well-being, to relieve tension, correct posture, reduce stress, diminish fatigue and increase energy. Clients will learn how to improve their fitness, replacing fat with muscle. The work also increases mental concentration and memory; and physical balance is improved. The goal is not athletic performance, but to help you spend some effective time on yourself and your body through simple exercises adapted to age and daily activities. The class will advice you on using your body more effectively each day. Message from Instructor Pedro: I use my 45 years of experience as a professional dancer and teacher. From my daily practice of Tibetan yoga stretches. I have selected simple exercises that enable the maintenance or the achievement of physical fitness. I am concerned with giving you certain keys that will soon lead you, on your own, to acquiring the reflex of giving this attention to yourself and your body.

Skate Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

PLEASE NOTE: Skate Night is on hold during the winter months due to weather and darkness - we will see everyone when we return in March! ALL WHEELS ARE WELCOME! Come skate, bike, roller blade and scooter safely, at the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday from 5PM - 7PM! This event is fun for all ages and completely FREE. We will hang out, listen to music, wheel around and make new friends! Small scale skateboard ramps and rails will be available for children under 13. Parental supervision required

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Mind, Body & Spirit Yoga Class with Sunnie at the Elgin Recreation Center

This class combines Reiki, Ayurveda and a mix of yoga and gentle stretching techniques and will adapt and evolve with patron feedback. Reiki is a holistic way to connect an individual's life forces within, that is warm and nurturing and gives a person the ability to connect to their inner life forces. Ayurveda, the lesser known sister science of yoga, is based on the belief that health can be achieved on a mind-body balance for life time wellness. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same philosophy but Ayurveda focuses on the goal of living correctly or "Dharma", health and wellbeing, while Yoga focuses on the goal of enlightenment or "moksha" plus spiritual enlightenment.

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Yoga & Mindfulness for Little Ones with Nina at the Elgin Recreation Center

This wonderful 45 minute toddler yoga class emphasizing movement and yoga poses based on age appropriate stories and themes. We will be teaching breath work and a little stillness at the end of the session with the goal of teaching our littles calming techniques and body awareness. Ages 3-8 years old are invited to participate. Parents must stay on the premises during the class.

Volleyball Night 18 and Under at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin

High Intensity Interval Training Class with Lauren P. at the Elgin Recreation Center

Feel Stronger and leaner with this fast- paced, instructor led class for all level of athletes on select Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises vary by class for a whole body workout. You'll pick up the pace during these calorie-burning circuit workouts made up of conditioning, agility and some equipment based movements targeting Butt & Legs, Upper Body & Core- a Full body Burn! Introducing NEW instructor, Lauren P.! Lauren has been teaching exercise class for 9 years now and loves to creatively challenge her participants in new ways. Lauren has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree is Exercise Physiology, so she is sure to give you a well rounded and effective workout. Lauren has worked with a wide variety of individuals in hospitals, senior centers, rec centers, and gym settings. In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog and trying new restaurants with her Husband.

Volleyball Night at the Elgin Recreation Center

Join Elgin Parks & Recreation for full court Volleyball on Mondays & Wednesday nights. This is an opportunity for volleyball players of all ages to come together and practice, meet new friends and get fit! Volleyballs available for rent. Elgin Recreation Center Members: FREE Non-Members: $5/Day

Strut & Glow with Zaftigg at the Elgin Recreation Center

Y'all ready to dance like you mean it? Each month Zaftigg teaches a fun and provocative routine that will be taught start-to-finish each class. Classes include warm ups, run through of choreography, and end with students being split into groups to perform for each other before a cool down. Sometimes smooth and slinky, sometimes fast and raucous, this inclusive class is for anyone interested in building and celebrating confidence! All bodies, genders, and experience levels are welcome. This class is recommended for students 16 years and up. To prevent injuries and ensure proper warm-up, no one more than 5 minutes late will be admitted to class. Equipment: bring your H20 and dress in clothes you can easily move in. Yoga mats can be provided. Knee pads are recommended as some routines may take it to the floor.

Video-Lead Classes - DVD Classes at the Elgin Recreation Center

Need a work out earlier in the morning than we offer instructor-lead classes? Check out our library of workout DVDs and participate in a video-lead fitness class! Staff set up chairs, equipment and DVDs at 7:45AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run DVD classes through 8:45AM. This is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center members and just $5/Day for non-members. If you're interested in DVD classes during a different time of day, send an email to parks@elgintexas.gov and we'll see if it works in our schedule!

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Extreme Walking - FREE Challenge Walking Club for Ages 60+ Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 10:00AM. Participants aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center every Tuesday and Thursday for fun and fitness! From 8:00AM - 10:00AM WildCat Walkers have the opportunity to take their walks to the next level with Extreme Walking! Extreme Walking is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while taking your walk to the next level! While doing laps, choose to take on low impact obstacles such as steppers, hurdles, balance beams and more. These obstacles are designed to help improve balance and increase fitness opportunities for Elgin's active older adults.

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body Class with Boaz at the Elgin Recreation Center

Tai Chi for Balancing Mind & Body is taught by "Boaz", a member of the Elgin Recreation Center originally from Hong Kong. This class is designed for all ages interested in strengthening their bodies, developing balance and connecting their minds with their bodies. This class focuses on holding positions to build muscle with body weight.

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class with Karla at the Elgin Recreation Center

Kangoo Jumps Dance Class at the Elgin Recreation Center is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6PM - 7PM. This fun, upbeat class combines cardio and dance to build fitness. Boots are available during the class.

Let Your Yoga Dance Class with Krista at the Elgin Recreation Center

Let Your Yoga Dance is a funky, fun, dance-like-no-one-is-watching experience for all ability levels, moving through the chakras from the root (foot) and to crown. It is truly a head-to-toe immersion in movement and goodness. Come dance with us where JOY and FUN meet the DEEP and SACRED! Dress comfortably and ready to stretch, relax, dance and move. Krista Lee is a long time Elginite and 33 year employee of Elgin ISD. After learning of Let Your Yoga Dance at a Camp Atta Girl women's retreat, she went out looking for places to engage regularly. Finding none, Krista enrolled in Teacher Training and is now a certified Let Your Yoga Dance teacher!

Senior Coffee Social Club at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our patrons aged 60+ are invited to sit and enjoy a free cup of coffee in the Rec Lobby after participating in our Fitness Programs. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, get out of the house and get a free cup of joe. Coffee provided in part by Chariot / Drive-A-Senior.

WildCat Walkers - Free Walking Program for 60+ at the Elgin Recreation Center

Seniors aged 60+ are invited to come to the Elgin Recreation Center for FREE Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-10:00AM to walk laps in the Gym. Wildcat Walkers is a fun way to socialize with other seniors while walking in a climate controlled gym, providing a safe space for fitness. The Elgin Recreation Center rewards walking milestones, so for your first 100 miles walked, you receive a shirt, for 250 miles you'll receive a pedometer and for 500 miles you'll receive a stainless steel water bottle.

Slow Stretch Yoga & Meditation Class with Melodie at the Elgin Recreation Center

Our slow stretch class offers specific exercises designed to help students nurture their bodies. Whether you’re looking to improve flexibility or enjoy self-care time, this class is for you!

Portable Pickleball (Intermediate) at the Elgin Recreation Center

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday the Elgin Recreation Center will set up our portable Pickleball set on half-court in the Basketball Gym from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Patrons will be permitted to use the Pickleball Court in 30min intervals if others are waiting to use it. Equipment is available for use at the front desk. Pickleball is FREE for Elgin Recreation Center Members or $5/Day for Non-Members.

Portable Pickleball (Beginner) at the Elgin Recreation Center