Each piece of Pilates equipment has its own set of specific exercises. Even the mat work addresses the core muscles from front to back, side to side, and rotational with very intentional and precise movement patterns. One simple abdominal contraction can morph into 50 different ways to make the contraction happen. Lying down and scissoring…
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Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Sun Lakes Couples enjoy fishing trip in British Columbia
Becky Kolb Four couples from Sun Lakes embarked on a deep sea fishing expedition in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia last June. Dave and Kathy Schnell from Saskatchawan organized the trip as Dave has been traveling to Queen Charlotte Lodge for halibut and salmon fishing for several years. Chuck and Doris Swanson from Utah, Lee and…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
San Tan Crown Rotary supports AZ Stand-Down
Pictured here are San Tan Crown Rotary Club President-Elect Tom Adamson [left] presenting Art Sloane from Arizona Stand-Down a check representing the proceeds of sales of a video production called In Their Words, words captured in interviews with nine veterans living in Sun Lakes. San Tan Crown Rotary has long been a financial supporter of…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
The Chordaires Show Chorus available for summer sing outs
Jana Greene Surprise Sun Lakers! The Chordaires Show Chorus of Sun Lakes is available to entertain you and your group with “Summer Sing Outs.” Our dynamic young director, Dr. Adam Thome, is excited about the chorus performing year round. His question has been, “Why would gals like us, who love to sing, give up singing…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Sun Lakes Hiking Club: The season in review
Roberta Arpan The statistics are in showing the Sun Lakes Hiking Club enjoyed another very successful season. The number of Sun Lakers on the membership roll increased to 215, up 49 members this year and 81 members in the last two years. In an effort to keep the numbers on each hike manageable, club leaders…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Wet and Wild Water Aerobics
Yes—we meet all summer Yes—we meet at 10:00 a.m. Yes—we work out Yes—we stretch and work on balance Yes—we meet new folks Yes—all Sun Lakers are welcome Yes—we laugh and have fun Yes—we use noodles and water weights (we have extra for new people) Yes—we meet Monday and Wednesday at the Cottonwood Pool Yes—we meet…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Sun Lakes Women’s Association news and events
Colleen McKnight Sun Lakes Women’s Association is the oldest official club of Sun Lakes, but it is by no means old. This group does everything it can to be looking ahead for new ideas. This summer the by-laws are being revised to keep up with some recent changes. As we review these 42-year-old bylaws, we’re…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Sun Lakes Writers’ Group
Story About Words, “I Am” Phyllis Oliver This song, “I Am,” immediately comes to my mind when I hear the words, “I am.” I will immediately begin singing to myself over and over and sometimes out loud when no one is around. I never knew the story behind the words or the real intent that…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch members enjoy interesting classes
Colleen McKnight There are so many things to love about gourds – the form, coloring techniques, weaving, beading, carving and wood burning. And here are the top 10 things you will love about being a member of Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch, the largest, most active patch in the Arizona Gourd Society. 10. You’ll…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
SLAC does breakfast at Apache Gold Casino
Gary Vacin The Sun Lakes Aero Club completed its final breakfast fly-in of the spring on April 21 when 10 members gathered at the San Carlos Apache airport just east of Globe. Members then walked across the highway for breakfast and slot machine play at the Apache Gold Casino. If you’re looking for something similar…