SHAC Center Programs & Classes

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Join instructor Kim Favro as she leads a less strenuous version of yoga called Chair Yoga.  Taking place on Tuesdays from January 7th-February 25th  at 5:30pm-6:30pm, you may choose to attend an individual class or the full 8-week course.

Self Defense instructor, Dan Prendergast, will lead an Intro to Combat Hapkido defense course for all genders ages 16+. This 8 week course will take place on Tuesdays , 6:30pm-7:30pm, from February 28th- March 25th at the SHAC Center.

Join self defense instructor, Dan Prendergast, on January 18th from 11am-1pm, for an in-person self defense workshop for girls and women ages 16 and up. This class will help you learn and practice de-escalation techniques, situational awareness, as well as repeatable methods to empower you to protect yourself from common attacks.  

Join Craig McMillen, John Slyer, and Jeanne Bubie for a 10 week archery class for ages 9 and up (with March 21st being a makeup day to account for a snow day). This class will take place on Fridays, January 10th-March 21st, from 6:30-7:30pm. Choose an individual class to attend or the full 10 week course from the Registration page.

On Thursday, March 6th, from 6pm-8pm join Erin Walsh, a Certified Master Food Preserver with Cornell Cooperative Extension, as she teaches you the basics of preserving vegetables through lacto-fermentation. Participants will make and take home sauerkraut and a seasonal vegetable pickle!

Yoga instructor, Keri Stern, will lead a 10 week yoga class for ages 16 and up. On Tuesdays, October 15th-December 17th from 5:30pm-6:30pm

Yoga instructor, Keri Stern, will lead a 10 week yoga class for ages 16 and up. On Tuesdays, January 28th-April 1st, 2025 from 5:30pm-6:30pm. From the Registration page, you may choose an individual class or attend the full 10 week course.

Karl Michael is leading a memoir writing workshop for creative individuals 18 years and older. This workshop will be held on Tuesdays, 10am-12pm.

Outdoor enthusiast, Andy Jacob, will be leading easy, nature-focused walks on local trails to the SHAC Center. We would love to help you enjoy the great outdoors this winter! Andy's classes will be held on snow covered Saturdays at 10am-11:30am from January-March. Hot chocolate and cookies will be provided!

Flex your ping pong skills or learn the basics of the game with instructor, CandyLee Budesheim. The SHAC Center will have multiple tables for players to practice on and play. Ping Pong class will take place on Tuesdays from 10am-12pm each week. 

Instructor Joe Behson will be conducting a treadmill walking & spinning class for adults and seniors that will take place Wednesdays, 11am-12pm.

Volunteers Maggie and Marcia are offering a tech help class for seniors on Fridays from 10am-12pm (by appointment only). The instructors will help set up email accounts, provide tips for texting, and more. Please bring in any smartphones or tablets that you would like assistance with. 

Instructor John Slyer will help lead an informational class about the basics of strength training and some basic exercises you can perform yourself. Strength training will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays  from 10am-12pm at SHAC.

Would you like to join a Knitting, Quilting, & Fiber Arts club with others from the area? Instructor Marcia Middleton will host a club for creative individuals to meet and craft. This class will take place each Monday from 10am-12pm.

SHAC's Tennis coach, Joe Behson, will guide senior players through the basics of tennis while using a a foam ball . Class will be held on Fridays from 10am-11am.

Aikido is a non-competitive martial art from Japan that focuses on using an opponent’s energy and flowing, graceful movements to redirect the opponent into a throw or a pin. In this way, it is an art that utilizes movement and energy to defuse a hostile situation. 

Aikido is suitable for all ages, body types, and fitness levels. More information can be found at albanyaikido.com or by calling 

518-629-5925

On Tuesdays from 11am-12pm, join instructor, Peggy Jacob as she helps get your body moving in this fun and energetic fitness class.

Learn simple recipes and cooking basics with instructor, Candylee Budesheim. Cooking class will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm.

Maryann Francis will be hosting a Board and Card Games group from 10am-12pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Come and play with us!

Join Debi Michael every other Wednesday at the SHAC Center to participate in our new Mah Jongg Club! This club will meet every other Wednesday from1pm-3pm: starting January 15th.

Come together to play Bridge every other Monday starting January 6th from 1pm-3pm, hosted by Pat Mulligan.

Tennis Coach, Joe Behson is leading a Foam Ball Tennis Class for children (ages 5-10yrs) and their guardians. It will take place on Wednesdays, 5:45pm-6:45pm from December 4th-January 29th.

Cycling coach and instructor, John Slyer, will be leading an indoor cycling class throughout the winter months. Class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am-11am  starting November 26th.

Join retired teacher, Debi Michael in an open art studio at the SHAC Center where you can bring your own art supplies and have a space to  practice your painting, drawing, and other art-making abilities. This will take place on Thursdays from 12:30pm-4pm.