KROC Fit n’ 50 Guide
2825 Y Street Omaha, NE 68107 www.OmahaKroc.org
Vo1.25. Sept-Dec 2017
Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday
5:00am - 9:00pm
Friday
5:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday
6:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday Worship Sunday School Escuela dominical and Adult Bible Study
9:30am
Family Fellowship
10:15am
Worship Service
11:00am
How do I Register for Activities? To register for classes or activities visit our Welcome Desk or call 402-905-3500 to speak with a Guest Service Representative.
Complimentary childcare available
KidZone Hours (Childcare) Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
9:00am - 12:30pm, 3:30 - 8:00pm 9:00am - 12:30pm, 3:30 - 7:30pm 9:00am - 5:30pm 1:00 - 5:30pm
What is a Drop-in Class? Drop-in classes are Kroc Center classes complimentary to members.
Time limit of two hours per visit in KidZone.
Holiday Schedule
$5+ price of Day Pass for non-members.
The Kroc Center is closed on: n n n n
New Years Day Easter Memorial Day 4th of July
n Labor Day n Thanksgiving Day n Christmas Eve n Christmas Day
Shortened hours observed on: n New Years Eve: 1 - 5pm
Early Bird Special
Icons To Know
Contact the Kroc Center Team Welcome Desk Main Number
(402) 905-3500
Aquatics / Pool
(402) 905-3591
Kroc Church
(402) 905-3522
Arts
(402) 905-3523
Education
(402) 905-3580
Facility Rentals
(402) 905-3530
General Information
(402) 905-3500
Health & Fitness
(402) 905-3574
KidZone
(402) 905-3503
Membership & Scholarship Info
(402) 905-3508 or (402) 905-3500
Sports & Recreation
(402) 905-3576
Marketing & Sponsorship Info
(402) 905-3526
Volunteer
(402) 905-3552
Weather Hotline
(402) 905-3588
Register Online Parent must be present Drop-In Class
Not a member? No problem! You can enjoy the Kroc Center with the purchase of a day pass! DAY PASS TYPE
AGE
COST
Youth
Ages 1-11
$5
Teen
Ages 12-18
$8
Adult
Ages 19+
$10
Fit n’ 50 Club
Everyone 50 years and up are welcome 7:30 - 11:30am
Monday
Members & Non-Members
Free Fitness Class: 8:30 - 8:45 am
Tue - Fri
Members Only
7:30 - 11:30am
Attend 3 classes throughout the week to receive free Panera Bread every Friday!
Join a community of friends that encourages one another to stay active and fit. Kroc Center | 402-905-3500
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Fit ‘n 50 Club This program is complimentary to Kroc Center members 50 years or older. n Mondays Non-members are welcome to attend for free. Check in at the Welcome Desk and sign the roster at the Club Check-in Table prior to participation. 8:00-8:45 • Fit ‘N 50 Club includes a free fitness class Monday mornings for members and nonmembers. Class is subject to change; to find out which class is on the club schedule check the monthly Drop-in Schedule or check our website. n Fridays - Participate and receive free bread! As part of the Kroc Center’s community outreach program anyone 50 and older can sign up for a Free Fridays Card! Take the tracking card to any qualifying activity listed on the card and have your instructor initial it - please note that fees apply to non-members for most activities. Participants must attend 3 of the approved activities each week to be eligible to take home free bread, which will be available that same Friday from 9-11:30am. Anyone who did not attend 3 classes per week can pick up bread at 11:30am. 3 | www.OmahaKroc.org
Registered Fitness Class TAI CHI
Tai Chi was tested and effective in decreasing the risk of falling, and improving functional balance and physical performance among persons aged 70+. Tai Chi for Beginners - A slow controlled way to relieve stress and develop muscle while increasing range of motion without pain. A great class for anyone, from those with special needs such as shoulder, back or knee pain to older adults who want to improve their balance. Reg#
DAY
F17622 Mon
TIME
DATES
AGES
10:00 9/11 - 12/18 16+ 10:45am
COST
Mem $45 Non $65
SAVE $ 5! REGISTER BY
Sun, 9/3
Tai Chi Advance - This class that will help you build on what you have learned. Reg#
DAY
F17647 Wed
TIME
DATES
10:00 9/6 - 12/27 10:45am
AGES
COST
16+
Mem $45 Non $65
SAVE $ 5! REGISTER BY
Tue, 8/29
Kroc Center Health & Fitness | 402-905-3574
Health and Fitness Drop-in Classes
Adult Drop-in Classes are FREE for Members $5 for Non-Members
+ the price of a day pass - Details on pg 1 -
Adult Drop-In Activities SILVERSNEAKERS® CLASSIC Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support.
SILVERSNEAKERS CIRCUIT ®
Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers ball is alternated with low-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is used for standing support, stretching and relaxation exercises.
SILVERSNEAKERS® YOGA SilverSneakers Yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Pictured above. Kroc Center Health & Fitness | 402-905-3574
CHAIN REACTION (CYCLE) - This high energy class will take you to a new level of fitness using cadence and heart rate drills. ON THE BALL - A unique and fun approach to fitness by using stability and Bosu balls to balance, shape and strengthen your body. ROCK THE TOP - Amp up and fine tune by creating sleek definition in your upper body. Be proud to show off your arms, back, and shoulders! TAI CHI FORMS - A way to relieve stress and develop muscle while increasing range of motion without pain. A great class for anyone with joint issues or older adults who want to improve balance. THE WALKIE TALKIES CLUB - Check in at the Fitness Desk for your walking tip for the day and use the new indoor track on the top deck. YOGA - Yoga works towards stress reduction, relaxation and increased range of motion in all major muscle groups while enhancing strength and flexibility. Zumba® Gold - Zumba® Gold is a class for beginners. The class strives to improve balance, flexibility and cardiovascular strength. www.OmahaKroc.org | 4
Fitness Services If you haven't already made your appointment upon joining, you may do so at the Welcome or Fitness Desk, online or by calling 402-905-3573. FITNESS EVALUATION - Mem FREE, Non $60/ sessionThis evaluation consists of core strength, endurance & flexibility, body composition analysis and blood pressure. You will receive an individual consultation explaining your results, what they mean, and help you set fitness goals. BALANCE ASSESSMENT - Mem FREE, Non $5/session (+ day pass fee). If you have difficulty with balance or are looking to maintain good balance, we offer ways to strengthen balance at any age. The results from this assessment will give our staff information to suggest programs that will be beneficial for you to utilize. Encouraged for older adults, ages 50+.
For Members Only EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION A complimentary appointment, one-on-one with someone from our fitness staff. Learn to use the equipment for both strength and cardiovascular training. Our staff will also suggest modifications or any physical limitations you might need for safety. For ages 16+. Follow-up - This appointment can be made six (6) weeks after your initial orientation to add additional exercises to your routine and refresh your memory on the original exercises provided.
Helpful Resources APP-RECIATE THE BENEFITS OF THE KROC CENTER! Check out the Fitness Applications to utilize and assist you in reaching your goals! Preva Precor, Inc. - The app. is free on iPhone and Android. Once you set up an account and log in on a Precor machine in the Kroc Center you will be able to track your progress, set goals and participate in future incentives and competitions. Expresso Bikes - Create an account by using your phone number and adding a 4 digit password finish the registration process. Look for upcoming challenges and incentive programs starting in January 2018 that could involve racing against other countries, states or fitness facilities here locally in the Omaha area. Cybex Strength, Inc. - Download this app. on your mobile device and use the QR codes on the Eagle NX or Prestige VRS of strength training machines to get free demos of how to use the machine with proper form and get free fitness tips. Cybex Bravo Workout Guide - this app. provides different exercises and the proper positioning of the guide rods to give you perfect form for your height. KrocFit App. - gain all the benefits reaching, maintaining and tracking your heart rate. The Accuro Heart Rate Monitors can provide you with the ability to reach your desired health & fitness goals. You can either purchase or rent HRM (Heart Rate Monitors) from the fitness desk. Heart Rate Training (HRM) - are available at the fitness desk! Your first rental will be $15 which includes the monitor and a chest strap. The HRM will required a driver’s license or photo ID that will be held until the monitor is returned to the fitness desk at the end of your workout. The chest strap is yours to keep for personal use each time you rent a HRM. Additional rental of a HRM will be $5.00 per visit. Purchase HRM - at the Fitness Desk. Ask the fitness staff for all the details.
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Kroc Center Health & Fitness | 402-905-3574
Sports and Recreation Sports Drop-In Activities
DROP
IN
Pick up our monthly Drop-In Schedule to get dates and times on activities.
Rentals The Kroc Center offers opportunities to drop in on a variety of pick-up games or join a sports league. Reserve your spot today! Call 402-905-3576.
OPEN GYM Enjoy lively soccer, basketball, volleyball and other activities in our gymnasium. Times are listed in the Drop-In Schedule and at OmahaKroc.org.
INDOOR TURF FIELD USE
ADULT: LUNCH HOUR PICK-UP BASKETBALL & SOCCER The gym will be available throughout the week for adults to play pickup basketball or soccer. Drop by and get in the game!
Kroc Center Sports & Recreation | 402-905-3576
Soccer, flag football, sport camps andcompetitions are a few of the happenings you’ll see on the Kroc Center’s Indoor Turf Field. The indoor turf field is free for members; for Non-Members $10/ adults and $8/youth. Specific hours on the field are reserved for member and guest use – view the bulletin board outside the gym for details. GYMNASIUM RENTALS Our Gymnasium Complex features two full-sized courts and one Indoor Turf Field perfect for team practices and is available to host a variety of events for school, church or club activities. www.OmahaKroc.org | 6
Open Swim Hours 5am
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7am
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9am
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11am
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12pm |
Adult Swim
Everyone is Welcome to Swim 1pm |
3pm
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5pm
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Monday
Adult • 5:30 -10:30
All • 10:30 - 1
Tuesday
Adult • 5:30 -10:30
All • 10:30 - 1
Wednesday
Adult • 5:30 -10:30
All • 10:30 - 1
All • 3 - 8
Thursday
Adult • 5:30 -10:30
All • 10:30 - 1
All • 3 - 8
Friday
Adult • 5:30 -10:30
All • 10:30 - 1
All • 3 - 7:30
Saturday Sunday
Adult • 7 - 9
7pm
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All • 3 - 8 All • 3 - 5
6:45 - 8
All • 11 - 5:30 All • 1 - 5:30
Stay Up To Date with Pool & Fitness Schedules - Check out the latest Kroc Center Drop-in Schedule! Updated monthly, schedules can be picked up at the Kroc Center Welcome Desk or at OmahaKroc.org.
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Kroc Center Aquatics | 402-905-3591
Adult Water Fitness Classes are FREE for Members $5 for Non-Members + the price of a day pass - Details on pg 1 -
Lap Swimmers
Water Fitness Drop-In Activities You don’t have to know how to swim or even get your hair wet to join in the fun! Our water fitness instructors are nationally certified.
AQUACIZE
This activity is brought to you by Omaha Masters Swimming. It is held at the Kroc Center, but participants MUST REGISTER through Omaha Masters Swimming. Give it a try with a 1-week complimentary trial opportunity! For cost info and to register, contact Todd Samland at tsamland@mail.unomaha.edu or 402-554-2346. Sorry, the Kroc Center DOES NOT handle registration on this. However, let us know if you join Omaha Masters Swimming, as your Kroc Center Membership may be eligible for a discount! Monday - Friday
5:30 - 6:30am
Saturday
7:00 - 8:00am
Improve your joint flexibility, range of motion and agility while building cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength in this low-to-medium-impact class.
AQUA-JOINTS Enjoy a gentle workout designed to help individuals with arthritis and those recovering from surgery or those just starting an exercise program. DEEP WATER WORKOUT This cross training class is a combination of shallow and deep water jogging where you will get all of the benefits of running without all of the impact on the body. (Flotation belts used for the deep water portion). SUNRISE SPLASH This shallow water exercise class will tone your muscles and strengthen your cardiovascular system.
Kroc Center Aquatics | 402-905-3591
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Creative ARTS Pottery piece created by Scott Humlicek
Pottery Classes POTTERY Ceramic Sculpture - In this course, you will explore using clay. You will carve, mold, model, sculpt and glaze to create fantastic animals, whimsical houses, hilarious characters, and whatever else you can imagine. This class will be cover the basics of working with clay and is for any student curious about the ceramics process. Reg#
DAY
F17502 Tue F17503
TIME
5:00 7:00pm
DATES
AGES
COST
Mem
9/19 - 10/24 8+ 11/7 - 12/12
$55
SAVE $ 5! REGISTER BY
Mon, 9/11
DAY
TIME
F17504
DATES
$65 Mon, 10/31
AGES
9/23 - 10/28 9:00 Sat 14+ 11:00am F17505 11/4 - 12/16 9 | www.OmahaKroc.org
Reg#
F17506
Non
Handbuilt Pottery - You will learn many different techniques to build functional pottery by hand, such as how to make pinch pots, coil pots, slab built pieces and molded items. You will be able to see your pieces from beginning to end, and take home finished products at the end of the course. This intermediate course is for students who are ready to concentrate on the techniques of creating finished functional pottery. Reg#
Wheel Thrown Pottery - You will learn the challenging, yet rewarding, art of wheelthrowing. This mesmerizing technique requires patience and diligence, but is very rewarding. You will learn how to create bowls, mugs, and plates on the wheel, as well as trimming and glazing your final pieces. This advanced course is aimed for students comfortable with clay and ready to learn or improve on the wheelthrowing process.
COST
F17507
DAY
TIME
11:00am Sat - 1:00pm
DATES
AGES
Mem
9/23 - 10/28 14+ 11/4 - 12/16
COST
$55
SAVE $ 5! REGISTER BY
Fri, 9/15
Non
$65 Fri, 10/27
Earth without "Art" is just "Eh"
SAVE $ 5! REGISTER BY
Mem
$55 Fri, 9/15 Non
$65 Fri, 10/27 Kroc Center Fine Arts | 402-905-3523
Lessons
Piano
See details below
Open Art Studio
Performing Arts
Open Studio is not a structured class but an opportunity to work independently on art projects of your choice. Staff is on hand to offer advice and assistance. Materials are available for your use or you can bring your own. Open Art Studio is available to individuals ages 6 & older. Children 6-11 must be accompanied by an adult, age 16+. For specific studio times, check the monthly Drop-in Schedule. DAY
TIME
Mon, Wed 6:00 - 8:00pm
AGES
COST
Adults and Children 6+
FREE
Painting OIL PAINTING
DAY
Class Piano 1 - Learn the basics of playing the piano. Students will learn to read music, basic theory and good techniques for playing. Keyboards and headphones will be available for class and it is recommended that each student have a keyboard at home for practice. Reg#
TIME
6:00 F17535 Thu 8:00pm
DATES
10/19 11/9
Kroc Center Fine Arts | 402-905-3523
AGES
8+
COST
Mem Non
$55 $65
DAY
TIME
DATES
AGES
F17480
Mon 5:15 - 6:00pm
9/11 - 12/18
F17481
Thu 6:00 - 6:45pm
9/7 - 12/14
Adult 14+
COST
Mem $90 Non $100
Kroc Crooners - Join us as we spend time together singing as a choir and learning good vocal technique. This choir is open to any adult. Even if you have never sung in a choir before we have a place for you. Reg#
Oil Painting Fundamentals will give you the information and skills needed to get started; no experience necessary. Join us as we start with the basics to create a small still life painting. Each step of the process will be explained and you will receive oneon-one help from the instructor. All supplies will be included (bring your own brushes if you prefer). Reg#
MUSIC
DAY
TIME
CLASS DATE
AGES
F17460 Tue 11:00am - 12:30pm 9/5 - 12/12 Adult
COST
FREE
Songwriting 101 - This class is for anyone wanting to learn good basic techniques used in songwriting and a place to share their work. Drop-in once or come every week. Each week there will be helpful tips and ideas to keep those notes flowing! Reg#
F17470
DAY
TIME
Mon 6:00 - 7:30pm
DATES
9/11 - 12/11
AGES
14+
COST
FREE
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Adults
Heart Rate Monitor Classes!
Complimentary with membership
$ Discounted price for members
Active Agers Events Apple Orchard • October 26, 10am-3 pm
F17650 Meet at the Kroc Center at 10am to carpool to Nebraska City for a trip to the Apple Orchard! Enjoy all the different activities and visiting the Apple orchard. Plan on having lunch there. Check with Carrie for options and get a feel for how the day will unfold! Check with Carrie to reserve your spot on the van.
Christmas Cards for our Military • November 17, 11-2pm
F17651 Come and put your artistic or writing talents to work by either making Christmas cards and/or relaying messages for a blessed holiday season. A great way to share fellowship with others and support our troops who cannot be home for the holidays.
Fit ‘n Fifty Christmas Party • December 15, 11-12pm
F17652 Join us again for a festive holiday party for the Fit ‘n Fity Club! Bring a $5 gift or re-gift something you have at home for our annual gift exchange. Then we will be headed out to lunch at Pizza Ranch to share a meal and fellowship for the holidays!