Palms Center
Move. Connect. Belong.
The Palms Center is a welcoming place to move your body, build friendships, and care for your whole self. From fitness and wellness classes to pickleball, youth activities, and community gatherings, there are many ways to get active and get connected.
An Invitation to Our Community
The Palms Center is one of the ways Church of the Palms lives out its commitment to loving God and loving our neighbors.
You don’t have to be a member of Church of the Palms to participate. Come for a class. Join a game. Bring your family. Meet a friend. Find something you enjoy—and discover a community along the way.
Everyone is welcome.
Classes
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Instructor: Karen Moore
Stretch, breathing work, and balance are performed all from the security of a chair.
This class promotes flexibility, mobility, and vitality, benefiting all levels of movement.
Instructor: Karen Moore
Stretch, balance, and flow are a focus as you explore body movement through beginner-friendly yoga poses and mindful breathing. Bring your floor map
Volunteer-led program
Beginner Lessons and Open Play options available. Protective eyewear, proper gym attire, and sneakers are required.
Pickleball Group Lessons
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Pickleball Skills and Development Clinic 10/16/26
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Pickleball Group Improvement Clinic – October 23
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Pickleball Round Robin Tournament
Instructor: Jessica Wreder
Pilates is a mind-body exercise system focused on core strength, flexibility, posture, and controlled movement. Bring your floor mat.
Instructor: Leslie Harris-Senac
Pronounced chee gong, they are simple, repetitive exercises that translate into “moving medicine” for your whole being and can be practiced standing or sitting down. This class is highly recommended BEFORE starting Tai Chi.
Instructor: Basia Gentry.
Standing or sitting workouts to build core strength, improve flexibility, and balance.
This class is created with no floor work for
beginners, seniors, and individuals who are recuperating from surgery or illness.
Instructor: Basia Gentry.
Work your entire body with low impact moves and weight training. This class works each muscle group with a focus on core strength and improved balance. Bring your floor mat.
Instructor: Leslie Harris-Senac
Tai Chi is a popular style of Qigong using specific martial arts forms (24 total). Slow, rhythmic, standing movements help build mindfulness, balance and strength.
Instructors: Jessica Wreder & Maria Hannifin
Zumba creates a party-like atmosphere designed to be an exhilarating and effective workout, blending dance with fitness to promote physical and mental health.
Schedule
August 9 – October 31, 2026
Closed: September 7, October 21
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10:30 – 11:30 am: Strength + Cardio
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Gentle Grace Yoga
1:15 – 2:15 pm: Chair Yoga
8:30 – 9:30 am: Zumba
10:30 – 11:30 am: Restorative Fitness
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Pickleball Open Play
9:00 – 10:00 am: Tai Chi
10:30 – 11:30 am: Strength + Cardio
11:45 am – 12:45 pm: Restorative Fitness
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Pickleball Open Play
5:00 – 6:00 pm: Pilates
10:00 – 11:00 am: Gentle Grace Yoga
11:15 am – 12:15 pm: Chair Yoga
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Pickleball Open Play
5:00 – 6:00 pm: Qigong
9:00 – 10:00 am: Introduction to Pickleball (Starts 09.18.26)
10:30 – 11:30 am: Tai Chi
Something for Every Season of Life
Adults
Stay active, learn something new and build meaningful connections.
Seniors
Enjoy accessible activities designed to support movement, wellness and social connection.
Families
Find opportunities for recreation, connection and community.
Kids & Teens
Play, participate and build relationships through youth activities and programs.
Neighbors & Friends
You’re welcome here whether or not you attend Church of the Palms.
Good to Know
Affordable
Many Palms Center classes are just $5 per session.
Certified
All instructors are certified to teach their class.
Comfortable
Enjoy our bright, open lobby before and after activities.
Convenient
Showers are available in the Men’s, Women’s and Family Restrooms. Please bring your own towel and personal supplies.
Clean & Comfortable
Our facility uses an air purification system as part of our commitment to maintaining a clean, welcoming environment.
Come Join Us
The Palms Center is located on the Church of the Palms campus at the corner of Bee Ridge Road and Lockwood Ridge Road.
3224 Bee Ridge Road
Sarasota, FL 34239
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