GEARS Posts Schedule

GEARS, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown, has posted its upcoming activities. Unless otherwise noted, separate fees have been set for GEARS members and for nonmembers. To register or for more information, readers may visit http://www.getintogears.org or call 717-367-0355.

Two Tai Chi classes will be offered on Tuesdays, Jan 12 to March 16, at the Fighting Dragons, 101 Cherry St., Elizabethtown.

Introduction to Tai Chi, for people new to Tai Chi or those who have not practiced in years, will be held from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Students will learn a simple 10-step Taiji form, with attention given to relaxation, basic alignment and how to move safely.

Advanced Tai Chi (Forms, Weapons and San Shou) will be available from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Participants will integrate the postures learned in the introductory class with new moves. Sword and other weapon forms will be gradually introduced and integrated with additional hand forms.

An Intro to Medicare class will be offered on Wednesday, Jan. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. It is designed for those who are about to turn 65. The basics of Medicare will be explained, including how and when to sign up for Medicare, what is covered by the different parts of Medicare (A, B, C and D) and what the difference is between a Medicare Supplemental (Medigap) and a Medicare Advantage plan. Additionally, attendees will hear about how to find a plan that best fits their needs. Several rounds of Medicare bingo will be played at the conclusion of the class. To program is free to GEARS members.

A Pokemon/YuGiOh/Beyblade League for children in grades one through nine will be held on Thursdays, Jan. 28 to March 4, from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. at the GEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown. Attendees may bring their decks and/or blades to battle other opponents. They may also find ways to improve their skills and decks.

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