Polly Smith Do you know the exact moment you became a caregiver? Was it sudden or did your role evolve over time? Have you always been the one to help others out, or was the role thrust on you? Whatever way, or whatever occurrence, it has now affected your life in so many unexpected ways.…
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Clubs & Classes, April 2025
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
Thousands have learned the secret of how to play the piano without reading music. If you’ve ever wondered how it’s done, mark Friday, May 2, on your calendar. That’s when Craig Coffman will be offering the nationally renowned Instant Piano Workshop at East Valley School of Music. Coffman’s approach reveals how the pros play. He…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
HIIT Water Aerobics to Start Tuesday, April 1
Dena Brinkman HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) Water Aerobics with Dena will start on Tuesday, April 1, in the Sun Lakes Phase 1 remodeled pool. Two classes will be taught every Tuesday and Thursday from 7 to 8 a.m. and from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. The workout will include cardio and strength training. Aquatic exercise…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
Cultivate Inner Peace with Restorative Yoga
Restorative yoga is an excellent way to create inner peace by promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and fostering a deeper connection to yourself. Here’s what you can do to make your experience most beneficial: • Create a Calm Environment: Find a quiet, comfortable space, perhaps with low lights and soft, calming music. Use props such as…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Apple Club
Marilyn Conner Reminder: Classes are now on the second Monday of the month. Hello Apple Device Users: Our March 10 class is on photography. Who of us hasn’t been thrilled to capture a special moment or business card or item to check out later right in the instant? You will learn to do even more.…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Desert Threads Quilters Explore New Quilting Techniques
Jody Edwards, Desert Threads Quilt Chapter of AQG One of the main goals of Desert Threads Quilters is to promote the art of quilting through education, events, and shared quilting experiences. At our monthly meetings, we strive to bring in speakers who will inspire us with new techniques, share their personal stories and quilts, and…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Improve Flexibility with Restorative Yoga
Elise Ratliff Restorative yoga can help increase flexibility through its gentle, passive approach to stretching and relaxation. Here’s how: • Prolonged Passive Stretches: Restorative yoga involves holding poses for an extended time, often two to five minutes, which allows the muscles and connective tissues to lengthen gently and naturally. This passive approach can help increase…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Kinetic Karate Classes in Sun Lakes
Charmaine Roberts What Is Kinetic Karate? Kinetic Karate begins with the kinetic chain. The kinetic chain is the interrelation of the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems. Our nerves, muscles, and joints work together to create human movement. Kinetic Karate generates movement that creates energy in our muscles and joints. The objective of a dynamic, energetic,…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Julie’s Fitness
Julie Bauman invites you to come to her classes at the Cottonwood Palo Verde Fitness Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 and 9 a.m. For the past 15 years, Julie has been teaching Group Fitness in the Chandler, Sun Lakes, and South Gilbert area. She currently has punch cards available 10 for $40…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Discover the Joy of Dance with Kevin Carpenter!
Two left feet? No rhythm? Want to connect with your partner? I’m Kevin Carpenter, a professional ballroom instructor with eight years of full-time teaching and competitive experience. I’m excited to bring ongoing dance opportunities to the Sun Lakes community, offering fun and social classes and private lessons for all experience levels. Dancing is more than…