The Women's Discussion group provides a safe social and educational space for new or isolated community members to begin to experience decreased isolation, an increased sense of belonging, and an opportunity to share their struggles and victories. All community members are welcome! GROUP FILLS UP QUICKLY - please arrive early to ensure participation.
The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a 10-terminal computer lab adjacent to the Front Desk at The Center on Centre Street. The Hillcrest Youth Center (HYC) also houses a sister computer lab available for youth ages 14-20. New computers at HYC have been generously donated by the Waitt Family Foundation and the David Bohnett Foundation. Both labs provide free classes, mentoring, Internet access and use of the Microsoft Office Suite. Please call to verify hours of operation, there are times when the Cyber Center may be closed.
The Men's Discussion group provides a safe social and educational space for new or isolated community members to begin to experience decreased isolation, an increased sense of belonging, and an opportunity to share their struggles and victories. All community members welcome! Group fills up quickly - please arrive early to ensure participation.
Front Runners & Walkers provides running and walking activities for the LGBT community. Meets Monday and Wednesday at 6:00pm and Saturday at 8:00am at the south east corner of Laurel and 6th Ave in Balboa Park. Runners and walkers of all ages, gender, and athletic ability are welcome and invited to join us for our weekly fun runs and walks. We have over 200 members ranging in age from 23 to 72, about 40 percent of our members are women.
Weekly Bridge Game meets every Monday at The Center, noon to 3pm, in Group Room 2. Newcomers welcome!
Classes specifically address strengthening the immune system of HIV+ individuals. Makes immune system stronger,brings joy into life, increases mental and physical strength, teaches living in the moment, brings self-discipline and allows knowledge of the self. Instructor is Himanshu (Hari) Kapoor, he has been teaching yoga for 13 years in hospitals, Drug and Alcohol Rehab and Prison projects. He wishes to extend this knowledge as a means of achieving physical , mental and spirtiutal well-being and self-realization.
There is no charge to participants.
Need a place to chill when HYC is closed? Want to watch movies with LGBT Themes? Have great discussions with friends? Come to Storefront. Every Monday we hold a social group for LGBT Youth. There is free food. Free fun. Free transportation if you need it.
Interested???
Call 619-889-7184
Segundo y cuarto Lunes del mes 6-8 Mi Familia
Zumba is an aerobic salsa that let's you dance your way to fitness. No more counting "reps" at the gym, and counting the minutes until it's over. With Zumba, you dance and exercise at the same time, and all to great latin music.
ROCK-STEP has an inclusive mission that is actively working towards building a strong and vibrant LGBT country western dance community in San Diego! Beginners encouraged to attend. No partner necessary, just bring your sweet self, a willingness to learn and HAVE FUN in a community of dancers embracing the values of inclusiveness, respect, and good ol' country kindness and hospitality! Lee from Kicker's will teach a combination of two-step, waltz, shadow, shuffle.
ROCK-STEP offers the LGBT community, as well as their families and friends, an environment that allows everyone - regardless of skill level - to experience the pure joy of dancing. We guarantee you won't feel like an "outsider" when you join us - even if that's only now and then. Wear comfortable clothes and leather or leather-like soles. No RSVP required. $5 donation. For more information, contact Sidney at Rock-Step@Rock-Step.org or visit our website at www.Rock-Step.org.
ROCK-STEP has an inclusive mission that is actively working towards building a strong and vibrant LGBT country western dance community in San Diego! Beginners encouraged to attend. No partner necessary, just bring your sweet self, a willingness to learn and HAVE FUN in a community of dancers embracing the values of inclusiveness, respect, and good ol' country kindness and hospitality! Lee from Kicker's will teach a combination of two-step, waltz, shadow, shuffle.
The Class Schedule is as follows:
6:30 - 7:00pm - Intro to Two-Step
7:00 - 8:00pm - Intermediate Spins & Turns
8:00 - 8:30pm - Line Dance or Secondary Dance Lesson
ROCK-STEP offers the LGBT community, as well as their families and friends, an environment that allows everyone - regardless of skill level - to experience the pure joy of dancing. We guarantee you won't feel like an "outsider" when you join us - even if that's only now and then. Wear comfortable clothes and leather or leather-like soles. No RSVP required. $5 donation. For more information, contact Sidney at Rock-Step@Rock-Step.org or visit our website at www.Rock-Step.org.
San Diego’s Transgender Coming Out Group meets every Monday evening from 7-8:30pm at The Center in Hillcrest. Our group supports transgender people in all stages of exploring one's gender identity. This group is for all people ages 18 and up, whether questioning or early transitioning.
UCSD's AVRC and San Diego County Health have partnered with the LGBT Community Center to provide free & confidential HIV testing at the main Centre St. facility. Available testing slots each day are first come, first served (no appointments taken.) Testing hours are:
MONDAY - 9AM to 2:00PM (SDCH - rapid test - walk-ins only)
TUESDAY - 9AM to 3:15PM (UCSD AVRC - rapid & early tests)*
WEDNESDAY - 9AM to 2:00PM (SDCH - rapid test - walk-ins only)
THURSDAY - 9AM to 3:15PM (UCSD AVRC - rapid & early tests)*
FRIDAY - 9AM to 1:45PM (UCSD AVRC - rapid & early tests)*
*UCSD AVRC is offering the Early Test. Appointments for morning tests at the Center may be made in advance by calling (619) 543-8080. Walk-ins are also welcome. Please arrive at 9AM to receive an appointment for the same day.
"Yoga for Everyone" is a weekly free yoga class taught by instructor Tim Schultheis. This is a basic class where beginners will feel comfortable, but more advanced participants will be given options as well. Plenty of options to meet your specific needs and skill level. It's Yoga for All!
New swimmers and drop-in visits encouraged. Please go to our web site for more information and be sure to check out our calendar for any last minute schedule changes. www.DSST.org
