Adult Programs
Ross Recreation is contracting with a variety of local enrichment and fitness instructors. More classes are currently being set up.
Fee Assistance is available! Please email Recreation Manager, Maureen Borthwick at mborthwick@townofross.org.
Modern Day Bridge
Tuesdays, 3/25 - 4/29 | 1:30 - 3:30pm | Marin Art and Garden Center -- Shop
$190 per session or $45 per single class drop-in
Instructor: Henry Kingdon
In this class we will using Pat Harrington's Play and Learn Bridge series, focussing on the cards in front of us and discussion around those cards. After the third class, even those that have never seen cards before will be able (and encouraged) to get together to play a few hands outside of class time. No extra materials are required (just a deck of cards and four people).
Learn the funadamentals of modern day bridge! Research has shown that regular bridge playing improves reasoning skills and long- and short-term memory. You'll feel the neurons firing not only while you play, but long after.
During this class you will learn the following.
Welcome, tricks, declarer, dummy, declarer planning, opening lead
Playing in No Trump, Playing in a trump suit, Choosing a contract
Introducing Bidding and hand evaluation, common opening bids
1NT Opener and responses
Opening one of a major suit, and responding
This program is made possible in part by a collaboration with Marin Art and Garden Center! Please learn more and to become a Friend of the Garden at maringarden.org
Adult Dance
Tuesdays, 4/15/25 - 5/27/25 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Marin Art and Garden Center -- Livermore Pavilion
$180
Join us for a lively and fun-filled dance class that will have you grooving in no time. Over this 6-week course, students will learn three types of dance including ballroom, swing and tango!
Perfect for beginners – no partner needed!
This program is made possible by a collaboration with Marin Art and Garden Center! Please learn more and to become a Friend of the Garden at maringarden.org
Drop in/ Pick-up Basketball!
Ages 14+
Fridays, 6:30-8:30pm
Dates: 1/17 - 3/28
Ross School Gym
Drop-in $7 (sign up online or just show up!)
Drop-in basketball is available to all, ages 14 and older.
Typically organized on a first-come, first-served basis, these sessions welcome players of all skill levels, fostering a fun and relaxed environment. We encourage adults and families alike to come play basketball,
enjoy casual competition, meet new friends, and stay active, making it a great option for anyone looking to improve their skills or simply have a good time on the court!
The goal of drop-in sports is to bring families together while playing games we love!
American Mahjong for Beginners
Monday, 5/12/25 - 6/9/25 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Marin Art and Garden Center
$295
Come learn the exciting game of American Mahjong with local instructor, Leslie Friedman!
Week One: The first class is critical and provides the foundation for the game. We are hands-on! You will be introduced to the 152 tiles and the 2025 National Mahjong League card. The object of the game is to match your tiles with one of the hands on the card and declare Mahjong! You will learn the tiles by organizing them and then learn HOW to read the National Mahjong League card, and then HOW to tie the 2 together! You will begin to understand the concept of the game. Mahjongg has a very steep learning curve! If you persevere, you’ll be rewarded!