Carmela Hopkins Health and Safety: 1. Its level, nonslip walking surface helps prevent trips/stumbles. 2. Its cushioned surface is easy on joints and easy on falls. 3. It is out of the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. 4. It is out of traffic. 5. It is in a safe, controlled-access area. 6. Its temperature…
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Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Energy Yoga class schedule
Paullene Caraher Experience the benefits of Energy Yoga with Paullene at the SunBird Golf Resort, Navajo Room, third floor, at the following times: Morning classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:45-8:45 a.m. Afternoon classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 p.m. There will be no class on February 1.…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Yoga – Vinyasa style
Sheila Axtman It’s February, a great month to celebrate the things that make you feel good: The people you love, chocolate and yoga. Practicing yoga releases endorphins in your brain. You feel relaxed and happy. Vinyasa yoga also improves proprioception, strengthens and stretches your muscles and you become more flexible. It helps you feel…
Clubs & Classes, February 2018
Exercise to Latin and other rhythms
Lesly Holness Low impact and high energy. Burn calories and have fun at the same time! I exercise for confidence, strength and health. The feeling after a workout of accomplishment and stress relief is amazing. I guarantee you will have tons of fun and your stress level will go way down while your energy level…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Fit and Fun Wellness Group committed to have a Happy New Year
Susan Reynhout Every January, we get a symbolic chance to start over. We are determined to use it wisely. We want to feel better about ourselves and our health. Our goal is to help each other live in a healthier way. We are making health a priority. The importance of choices people make is in…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Keep moving with Tai Chi
Kim Kubsch Life is like riding a bicycle – in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving! In our easy and gentle Tai Chi-Qigong class at Sun Lakes Country Club Mirror Room, we keep moving continuously for approximately one hour. Similar to a slow dance, but solo, all that matters is your safety…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Classes for better movement
Noell Hyman I can’t tell you how excited I was when one of my Sun Lakes students this week showed me how much higher she can raise an arm that’s been giving her difficulty, just a few weeks after she started taking class. Our joints need two things to keep their proper mobility: Movement…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Are you Dancing Diva material?
Mary Lou Kaye Ladies Only. Do you have really fond memories of those Broadway and movie musicals? Want a really fun, unique and challenging way to exercise and keep fit and increase your flexibility, strength and balance? A new class has begun in the Dance Studio in the Cottonwood community. We’ll be doing a mix…
Clubs & Classes, December 2017
Tai Chi for self improvement
Kim Kubsch In this lifetime, your body is the only home you’ll ever have the chance to live in. No matter what condition your home is in, it’s always possible to launch an improvement project that will enhance your environment and your experiences. The same is true for the body you live in – start…
Clubs & Classes, December 2017
Hiking Club picnic features hiking tips from leaders
Judith Kuse On November 10, SLHC members and potential members gathered at Oasis Park in Sun Lakes I for the opening picnic. All were treated to a bountiful smorgasbord of fried chicken, salads, casseroles and desserts. After lunch, leaders of the club shared their advice for successful hiking. The list of safety tips-in-a-nutshell follows: Choose…