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Health & Wellness
SCHOLARSHIPS
City of Reno Scholarships! If you are a Reno resident you may be eligible to receive a scholarship. Pick-up an application at any of our locations to take advantage of this program. For more information, go to page 5.
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CONNECTING SENIORS NEWSLETTER
Reno.Gov/Seniors HealthAndWellness@Reno.gov (775) 657-4602
Stay connected and learn about upcoming classes and events by picking up a copy at any of the City of Reno facilities. Call or email to have a copy mailed to you.
SOME PROGRAMS ON HOLD PENDING COVID-19 RE-OPENING PHASES
(775) 657-4602 for more information.
FACILITY RULES
Any Participant who does not follow all rules and regulations, or is abusive to staff, will be asked to leave the facility and be banned until all COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
• Masks are required: No Mask, No Entry.
BADMINTON
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) Badminton is a racket sport played by either two opposing players (singles) or two opposing pairs (doubles), who take positions on opposite halves of a rectangular court that is divided by a net.
BEANBAG BASEBALL
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) We are looking for some enthusiastic players to practice and play in our facilities. If you are interested, come to practice and show off your skills.
BELLY DANCE
Ages: 13+ | Cost: $60 per month
Beginner Levels I & Beyond
Learn basic movements and techniques of oriental dance (Raks
Sharki) during these graceful artof-belly-dancing classes. No prior experience is needed.
Intermediate: Troupe Jasmine
This class focuses on techniques, combinations, improvisations and expressive performance skills.
Troupe De La Roche Rehearsal (Invite Only)
Troupe is an invitational-only, members professional practice and rehearsal class.
BUNCO
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) Bunco is a parlour game generally played with 12 or more players, divided into groups of four, and trying to score points while taking turns rolling three dice in a series of six rounds.
CARD GAMES
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+)
Bridge
Bridge is a trick-taking card game that is played with four players divided into teams of two while using a standard 52-card deck
Euchre
Euchre is a trick taking game with a trump, played by four players in teams of two. This card game is played with a deck of 24, 28 or 32 playing cards.
Minnesota
Minnesota is a team-based trick taking card game for 4 players and played with a 52-card deck.
Pinochle
Pinochle also called pinocle or penuchle, is a trick-taking, Ace-Ten card game typically for two or four players and played with a 48-card deck.
Any Participant who does not follow all rules and regulations, or is abusive to staff, will be asked to leave the facility and be banned until all COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
• Masks are required: No Mask, No Entry.
DOG OBEDIENCE
Ages: 8+ years (people) & 4+ months (dogs) | Cost: $80 per session DogManGuy.com (775) 265-4530 Instructor Guy Yeaman will teach your dog the basic obedience commands. Each dog will need a training collar (choke chain, martingale, harness, etc.) and a four-foot to six-foot fabric or leather leash. Written proof of updated dog shots must be shown at the start of class. Results are guaranteed. Contact Guy for more information.
DOMINOS
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) Come play with us! Dominos is a family of tile-based games played with gaming pieces that is fun for everyone!
FOOD BANK MOBILE HARVEST
Ages: 18+
4th Wednesday of the month 10am
Location: NRRC Access to healthful, nutrient-rich foods is extremely important for community members served by the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. The Mobile Harvest program is a direct service program that allows us to distribute perishable foods such as fresh produce, bread, and dairy into high-need neighborhoods.
KARATE
Ages: 4+ Cost: $55 per month (4-10 years), $65 per month (10-16 years), $75 per month (18+) or $125 per month (family membership - 2 or more) These classes teach traditional Japanese-style karate, using the same training principles as in traditional karate dojos throughout the world.
PICKLEBALL
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) Pickleball is a paddle sport combining tennis, table tennis and badminton. Learn how to serve, basic shots, court positioning, rules, scoring, etc. Equipment will be provided. Please wear proper footwear.
SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM
Ages: 60+ Cost: Suggested $2 donation (60+) & $4 (under 60)
Monday-Friday 11:30am
Location: Washoe County Senior Center (775) 328-2593 Seniors can enjoy a hot meal or a fresh salad for lunch at the Washoe County Senior Center. Salads and hot meals must be ordered a day in advance. Additional eligibility information applies.
SHUFFLEBOARD
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) Shuffleboard is a game in which players use cues to push weighted discs, sending them gliding down a narrow court, with the purpose of having them come to rest within a marked scoring area.
SIT AND GET FIT
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) This program strengthens the muscles while sitting, standing or while holding on the back of a chair, if needed.
SQUARE DANCE
Ages: 18+ Enjoy the mental and physical exercise of the steps and styles of square dance! Learn the dynamics of the square and working together as a group.
TABLE TENNIS
Ages: 18+ Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+) Table tennis, also known as ping-pong, is a sport in which two or four players hit a lightweight ball, also known as the ping-pong ball, back and forth across a table using small rackets. COVID-19 regulations: Singles play only.
TAI CHI
Ages: 18+ Cost: $35 per month or $5 per class Tai Chi is a low impact exercise that helps with balance and flexibility and features 37 postures yang style. This Chinese exercise system uses slow, smooth body movements to achieve a state of relaxation of both body and mind. Improve mental and physical health while strengthening the cardiovascular and immune system.
TAP DANCE
Ages: 18+ Dance to the classics while learning the fundamentals of basic/intermediate tap. Learn rhythms and style across the floor, turns and dance combinations. Tap shoes are required. Must be registered prior to first day to participate.
GENTLE YOGA
Ages: 18+ Cost: $35 per month This is a gentle movement yoga class. When you are in a pose you are supporting yourself throughout the pose in a particular shape, in awareness and observation which helps achieve the desired benefit to the nervous system the muscular system, the chemistry, and the fascia and release chronic tension patterns and holdings. This is an easy flowing class so enjoy! No hurry and no worry!
ZUMBA
Ages: 18+ Cost: $10 per month With zesty Latin rhythms, tone and sculpt the body in an energizing cardio workout. Classes are hosted by Patricia and Shannon Gallimore of G-Fusion Fitness and Health.
Health & Wellness: Athletics/Leagues
SOME PROGRAMS ON HOLD PENDING COVID-19 (775) 657-4602 for more information.
Volleyball, Kickball and Cornhole Leagues: Registration fee includes 10 league games and a single elimination, post-season tournament for qualifying teams. Sunday game leagues may start as early as 9am.
TENNIS
Ages: 18+
Reno Tennis Center leagues include USTA, Flex leagues, and other competitive teams at almost every level for year-round play. All leagues are 5 weeks Women’s League
Members: $25 per league Non-Members: $40 per league
3.0
Apr.-Oct.: Monday 8-9:30am Thursday 5:30-7pm
Nov.-Mar.: Monday 10-11:30am
3.5
Apr.-Oct.: Tuesday 5:30-7pm Wednesday 8-9:30am
Nov.-Mar.: Wednesday 10-11:30am
Year-round: Saturday 10-11:30am
4.0-4.5
Apr.-Oct.: Friday 5:30-7pm
Mixed Doubles Friday Frenzy (Last Friday of every month)
Men’s League
Members: $25 per league Non-Members: $40 per league
3.0
Apr.-Oct.: Monday 5:30-7pm
Nov.-Mar.: Sunday 11:30am-1pm
3.5
Apr.-Oct.: Wednesday 5:30-7pm
Nov.-Mar.: Sunday 11:30am-1pm
4.0-4.5
Apr.-Oct.: Friday 5:30-7pm
Mixed Doubles Friday Frenzy (Last Friday of every month)
Live Ball Cardio*
What is live ball you ask? A fast paced, doubles style tennis game.
Cardio, music and fun! All skill levels welcome. See you on the court!
Cost: $20 Drop-in
Apr.-Oct.: Wednesday 6-7:30pm Friday 9-10:30am Saturday 8-9:30am
Nov.-Mar.: Friday 10-11:30am Saturday 12-1:30pm
Tennis Camp*
Each camp focuses on forehands, backhands, volleys, serving and returning, and game play.
Cost: $90 per camp (6 classes)
Apr.-Oct.: Monday & Wednesday 6-7pm
Drill Class*
Cost: $20 Drop-in
Apr.-Oct.: Tuesday & Thursday 9-10:30am
Nov.-Mar.: Tuesday & Thursday 10-11:30am
Strategy Clinics*
Cost: $20 Drop-in
Apr.-Oct.: 9-10:30am
Nov.-Mar.: 10-11:30am
Mondays: 3.5 Doubles Clinic
Tuesdays: 4.0 Doubles Clinic
Wednesdays: 3.0 Doubles Clinic
Thursdays: Singles Strategy
Intro to Pickleball Camp*
Cost: $75 per month
Apr.-Oct.: First two weeks of every month 5:30-7pm
BASKETBALL (OPEN GYM)
Ages: 18+ | Location: NRRC Cost: $6 drop-in (18+) & $2 (60+)
FALL SUNDAY SPIKING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ | Location: Plumas Gym Sundays 9am-5:30pm | Cost: $210 Registration Ends: Oct. 1, 2021 League Dates: Oct. 10-Dec. 19, 2021
FALL MONDAY NONSPIKING CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ | Location: Plumas Gym Mondays 6:30-10:30pm | Cost: $210 Registration Ends: Oct. 1, 2021 League Dates: Oct. 11-Dec. 20, 2021
FALL TUESDAY SPIKING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ | Location: Plumas Gym Tuesdays 6:30-11:30pm | Cost: $210 Registration Ends: Oct. 1, 2021 League Dates: Oct. 12-Dec. 21, 2021
WINTER SUNDAY SPIKING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ | Location: Plumas Gym Sundays 9am-5:30pm | Cost: $210 Registration Ends: Dec. 31, 2021 League Dates: Jan. 9-April 3, 2022
WINTER MONDAY NONSPIKING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ | Location: Plumas Gym Tuesdays 6:30-11:30pm | Cost: $210 Registration Ends: Dec. 31, 2021 League Dates: Jan. 10-April 4, 2022
WINTER TUESDAY SPIKING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ | Location: Plumas Gym Tuesdays 6:30-11:30pm | Cost: $210 Registration Ends: Dec. 31, 2021 League Dates: Jan. 11-March 29, 2022
WINTER KICKBALL LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ Location: Idlewild Field #3 Wednesdays 6-10pm | Cost: $390 Registration Ends: Dec. 31, 2021 League Dates: Jan. 5-March 16, 2022
WINTER CORNHOLE LEAGUE
Ages: 18+ Thursdays 6:30-9:30pm | Cost: $65 Registration Ends: Dec. 31, 2021 League Dates: Jan. 6-March 17, 2022
LIFEGUARD CLASSES
AGE & WORKING CONDITIONS
15+ years of age or older to take classes
Conveys and exchanges verbal and written information
Physical tasks: walking, standing, sitting and swimming rescues
Walking on various surfaces that may be slippery
Work may be performed outdoors in various weather
May come into contact with pool chemicals
May work evenings, weekends and holidays
$110 FOR GENERAL PUBLIC | $50 FOR CITY OF RENO EMPLOYEES
Minimum of 3 and maximum 10 participants
OCTOBER Fall Break for WCSD NOVEMBER October 4: 9am-3:30pm October 5: 9am-3:30pm October 6 9am-3:30pm October 7: 9am-3:30pm October 16: 9am-3:30pm October 17: 9am-3:30pm October 23: 9am-3:30pm October 24: 9am-3:30pm November 17: 6-9pm November 18: 6-9pm November 19: 6-9pm November 20: 9am-5pm November 21: 9am-5pm December 17: 9am-3:30pm December 18: 9am-3:30pm December 19: 9am-3:30pm December 20: 9am-3:30pm
DECEMBER
You must attend all dates in a session to obtain certification
The Washoe County School District or the Board of Trustees neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity represented in this document. The distribution of this material is provided as a community service. Lifeguard training is offered in the spring, fall and winter by certified American Red Cross trainers. The minimum age for Lifeguard Training is 15. Once certified, participants are eligible to work in the City of Reno aquatic centers or they can take their certification to another aquatic facility.
For dates or more information call Lauren Kaz at (775) 657-4651 or email KazL@Reno.Gov. Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. Participants must attend all classes within the selected session.
PREREQUISITES
Continuously swim 300 yards Tread water for 2 min using only legs Complete a timed event within 1 min 40 sec:
Swim 20 yds > Surface dive to 7-10 ft to retrieve a 10-lb object > Swim 20 yds on back to starting point > Exit water without using a ladder or steps Register at any City of Reno Aquatics facility or by calling (775) 334-2262 Last updated: 10-1-2021
