Seniors in Action

Happy seniors participating in SIA activities

Overview

SIA is a recreation program created for independent adults age 50+. Enjoy a wide variety of enriching activities that spark connection, build friendships and foster a vibrant sense of community.

Membership is free—although some activities may have a small fee. Don’t miss out on the fun! Discover all that SIA has to offer and be part of the action today.

If you have questions or would like to receive activity updates, please contact Erin Bieger at erin.bieger@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703-790-0123.

Winter/Spring 2026 SIA Programming begins Monday, Jan. 5, and ends Friday, May 15.

 

Registration

You can register through the following methods: online, in-person, or by phone.

Online:

Simply click on the activity numbers on this page, or register by clicking the green "Register" button in the top right corner of the website. Click here for step-by-step instructions on registering through Active.

In-Person:

Registration will begin at 9 a.m. on Dec. 3, but once you arrive at MCC you will be given a numbered ticket and a staff member will direct you where to go. Payment will not be collected during the initial registration period, please stop by the front desk to complete your payment on the way out.

Phone/Email:

Phone and email registrations will begin processing on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 9 a.m., and we will handle them in the order they are received. Please contact us at (703)-744-9365 or email us at registrar@mcleancenter.org if you wish to enroll by one of these methods.

SIA Cost-Associated Activities

Exercise Attendance Policy

Due to the high demand and popularity of our SIA exercise classes, we’re introducing a new attendance policy to help ensure everyone has a fair opportunity to participate. Starting in the Fall 2025 session, SIA class participants are expected to contact MCC program staff when they know they are going to miss a class. To avoid unused spots in classes, participants who miss four consecutive classes without notifying MCC program staff of the reason for their absences may be withdrawn from the class.

Monday SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life)
Activity No. 9002.326
14 lessons @1 hr, $54/$45 MCC district residents
M, 1/5-5/11                 9-10 a.m.
No lesson on 1/19, 2/16, 3/23 and 3/31.

Monday 4Ever Fit
Activity No. 9003.326
14 lessons @ 55 mins, $54/$45 MCC district residents
M, 1/12-5/11               9:30-10:25 a.m.
No lesson on 1/19, 2/16, 3/23 and 3/30.

Monday SAIL
Activity No. 9004.326
14 lessons @1 hr, $54/$45 MCC district residents
M, 1/5-5/11                 10-11 a.m.
No lesson on 1/19, 2/16, 3/23 and 3/30.

Tuesday SAIL
Activity No. 9005.326
17 lessons @ 1 hr, $54/$45 MCC district residents
Tu, 1/6-5/12                9-10 a.m.
No lesson on 3/24 and 3/31.

Wednesday 4Ever Fit
Activity No. 9006.326
14 lessons @ 55 mins, $54/$45 MCC district residents
W, 1/14-5/13               9-9:55 a.m.
No lesson on 3/25 and 4/1.

Thursday SAIL
Activity No. 9007.326
17 lessons @ 1 hr, $54/$45 MCC district residents
Th, 1/8-5/14                9-10a.m.
No lesson on 3/26 and 4/2.

Friday SAIL
Activity No. 9008.326
17 lessons @1 hr, $54/$45 MCC district residents
F, 1/9-5/15                   9-10 a.m.
No lesson on 3/27 and 4/3.

 

NEW TIME!
Friday SAIL
Activity No. 9009.326
17 lessons @1 hr, $54/$45 MCC district residents
F, 1/9-5/15                   10:15-11:15 a.m.
No lesson on 3/27 and 4/3.


Natural History Museum Trip
Activity No. 9010.326
$46/$42 MCC district residents. Cost includes transportation, lunch and tickets.
Bus departs at 9 a.m. Bus arrives back to MCC at 4 p.m.
W, 2/11

Planet Word Museum Trip

Activity No. 9011.326
$46/$42 MCC district residents. Cost includes transportation, lunch and tickets.
Bus departs at 9 a.m. Bus arrives back to MCC at 4 p.m.
W, 3/11

Aurora Dance Fest at Capitol One Hall Trip
Activity No. 9012.326
$46/$42 MCC district residents. Cost includes transportation, dinner and performance tickets.
Bus departs at 5:30 p.m. Bus arrives back to MCC at 10 p.m.
Sa, 4/11

Beginner Bridge Lessons
Activity No. 9013.326
$48/$40 MCC district residents
8 lessons @ 2 hrs.
M, 1/5-3/9         12:30-2:30 p.m.
No lesson on 1/16 and 2/16.

Line Dancing
Activity No. 9014.326
$36/$30 MCC district residents
6 lessons @ 1 hr.
M, 2/9-4/20         3-4 p.m.
No lesson on 2/16, 3/2, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30 and 4/13.

Beginner Mah-Jongg Lessons
Activity No. 9015.326
$18/$15 MCC district residents
3 lessons @ 2 hrs.
M, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20         12:30-2:30 p.m.

INOVA Workshop Series (Registering for the entire series)
Activity No. 9016.326
$30/$25 MCC district residents
5 lessons @ 1 hr.          1-2 p.m.
Th, 2/26, Healthy Eating on a Budget;
Th, 3/5, Power in Plants;
Th, 3/12, Fuel for Thought;
Th, 3/19, Holistic Heart;
Th, 4/2, Nutrition Across the Lifespan

Beginner Spanish Language
Activity No. 9017.326
$42/$35 MCC district residents
7 lessons @ 1.5 hrs
F, 2/6-3/20         1:30-3 p.m.

CPR/AED Training
Activity No. 9018.326
$49/$39 MCC district residents
1 lesson @ 3 hrs
W, 5/6         noon-3 p.m.

Free Offerings

SIA Drop-In Activities

Time Monday Tuesday Thursday
10 a.m.-Noon Mah-Jong Practice & Play Mah-Jong Practice & Play Bridge Practice & Play

February SIA Special Events and Activities

Valentine's Day Social and Cookie Decorating
F, 2/13       12:30-2:30 p.m.
An informal and festive gathering for SIA members to enjoy some coffee and snacks, mingle, and decorate cookies! This a free drop-in event, and all are welcome! We will provide cookies and decorations with a valentine's theme. For questions, to register, or to make staff aware of dietary restrictions, please email grace.britten@fairfaxcounty.gov

The Role of Chiropractic Care in Older Adults
M, 2/17       12-2 p.m.
Dr. Nicholas DeSantis from Palmer Care Chiropractic will give a presentation about chiropractic care for older adults.

IT TechWise Workshop "Technology for Independence"
W, 2/18       10-11 a.m.

Amy Burk from TechWise Coaching will lead an interactive presentation for 15 members on how to use technology to maintain your independence in a rapidly evolving world! She will cover using your phone to do research and safely make purchases, how to use ridesharing services, and more. Future workshops will take place on March 4 and April 1.
Registration is required and this course fills up quickly. To register, email grace.britten@fairfaxcounty.gov

5 Common Gastrointestinal Problems Among the Elderly
Th, 2/19       12:30-2 p.m.

Senior Movie Day at Reston Town Center
"Anniversary"
18+, Rated R
W, 2/25       8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Join us on the fourth Wednesday of each month for a FREE movie at Reston Town Center's LOOK Dine-In Cinemas. One of Reston Association’s most popular ongoing events, Senior Movie Day, sponsored by Friends of Reston, offers free screenings of popular films for adults ages 55+ on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Coffee, donuts and OJ are provided and door prizes are distributed prior to the movie. Shuttle service from MCC to and from Reston is included!

Alden Theatre Workshop: Movement of the Zodiac
F, 2/27       1-2 p.m.

Honolulu Theatre for Youth will do a workshop with SIA members pertaining to their upcoming show “The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac.” 2 free tickets to the following show will be given to any SIA members who attend the workshop! As they worked to build The Great Race the HTY Ensemble studied traditional Chinese martial arts and dance. This workshop gives a gentle introduction to how different martial arts forms might capture the movement and spirit of the different animals of the Zodiac. Fun, playful and participatory the workshop can be adjusted to the age and abilities of the group.

Book Club

Month/Date Time Book Title
2/10 10-11:30 a.m. Raising Hare by Claire Dalton
3/10 10-11:30 a.m. My Friends by Frederick Bachman
4/14 10-11:30 a.m. The Beast in the Clouds by Natalie Holt
5/12 10-11:30 a.m. Clear by Carys Davies

Stitch Club

Date Time
12/10 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1/14 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
2/18 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
3/18 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
4/15 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
5/13 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Word Club

Date Time
12/11 12:30-2 p.m.
1/8 12:30-2 p.m.
2/5 12:30-2 p.m.
3/5 12:30-2 p.m.
4/2 12:30-2 p.m.
5/7 12:30-2 p.m.

Garden Club

Date Time
11/21 Noon-1:30 p.m.
12/12 Noon-1:30 p.m.
1/16 Noon-1:30 p.m.
2/20 Noon-1:30 p.m.
3/13 Noon-1:30 p.m.
4/17 Noon-1:30 p.m.
5/15 Noon-1:30 p.m.

Travel Discussion Club

Date Time
1/26 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
2/23 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
3/30 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
4/27 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
5/11 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

For more information about special events and activities please contact Grace Britten at 703-790-0123 or email her at catherine.britten@fairfaxcounty.gov.

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