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Aqua Tone Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 cell irmel5596@gmail.com Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 Tue., Thu., Sat., 8 AM, AFC/Pool
Aqua Tone is a toning water workout that incorporates a variety of rhythmic body movements. This aquatic exercise class enhances cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.
We meet at the AFC pool. There is no fee to join the club or the class. The teachers are club member volunteers. Participants should be able to do a basic swim stroke. Items used in the class are buoys, boards, noodles, balls and a fitness band. Most items are available at the pool. We assign an experienced member to a newcomer to help learn the various movements. We enjoy a great workout in a fun class.
Arthritis Water Pres. Jane Krabbeler jkrabbeler@gmail.com VP Norma Waters normawaters1@hotmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 1 PM, AFC/Pool
October 1, we change our meeting time to 1 PM, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the AFC pool. We meet if the air temperature is 77 degrees or higher. Our club performs gentle water exercises approved by the Arthritis Foundation to help with range of motion. It’s great for those with arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced joints, etc. Our bodies need to keep moving and this is a safe, fun way to stay fit.
If you are a paid member and unable to join us, you may contact the club officers for modified copies of our exercises to perform safely at home. Our members are fun, accepting, and will welcome you. We hear “I came for the exercise and love all the friends I’ve found.”
Our annual dues are $5 pp. Your first class is free. Please consider joining us; your body will thank you. You will be glad you did.
Energetic Exercise Maria Tomlinson maria.tomlinson1@gmail.com Mon. and Wed., 8-9 AM, AFC Studio Fri., 7:45-8:45 AM, Catalina Vista
Energetic Exercise offers a lively and beneficial aerobic, strength and balance workout. Professional instructor Sally Martinez leads a variety of one-hour sessions set to a background of happy classic pop tunes. Exercisers are encouraged to move at their own pace and fitness levels. SCOV residents can join the club for $3 per year, and then purchase a 12-class punch card for $30. Reservations for classes are made through Sign-UpGenius, so exercisers know in advance when space is available within the current attendance limits. Dress is exercise casual with sport shoes required. Energetic Exercise is fun, social and energetic. Email for further information or for help signing up. We hope you will join us.
Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman goodman@sfu.ca No formal workouts scheduled until Nov.
The Fitness Swim Club allows swimmers to participate in a group swim workout. We generally swim 2,400 to 3,000 yards per workout, mostly freestyle. Some do more, a few less. Workouts are suitable for master swimmers, triathletes and those who would just like to participate in swim workouts. Please ensure you have medical clearance to participate in vigorous physical activity prior to joining. We welcome new members.
Pilates Mary Ayers 520-638-7916 scov.pilates@gmail.com Mon., 3 PM, Thu., 1:30 PM, AFC/Studio
Fall is finally here and it’s time to think about avoiding all the holiday stress by exercising. On Monday and Thursday, professional instructors come to SCOV and teach a Joseph Pilates core strengthening mat class. Pilates workouts are not just sets of simple exercises. Your abdominal muscles, back, hips, arms and more are strengthened and toned, leading to improved posture, flexibility, strength and balance. The one hour classes include warm-up stretches and total body workouts. The classes are designed for seniors, so all movements can be modified for different levels of performance. The cost is $8/class and annual club dues are $20 pp. Stop by and watch one of our classes. Call Mary.
Sunrisers Exercise Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey90@msn.com Shirley Dubansky 520-975-4100 Mon., Wed., Fri., 6:45-7:45 AM, AFC/Studio 1 & 2
Are you awake early and want to improve your stamina and strength? Come join us for an hour of aerobic and weight exercise, all while standing. There is no fee to join the club or the class. Bring your weights and drinking water. We hope to see you there.
Tai Chi Co-chairs Alice Hutchison 520-329-8090 ahutchison87@gmail.com Cynthia Chaffee 520-342-6437 cynthiachaffee@mac.com Thu., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio 1
Tai chi resumes Thursday, October 6, when masters Jose Hernandez Herrera and Donna Drazenovich begin the fall 10-week class series. Beginners are welcome and should contact Alice for further details.
Tai chi is a fun and challenging way to improve one’s strength and balance and to remain vibrant and independent. Our masterful instructors will insure that this 10-week class is a rewarding experience.
Yoga Pres. Jan Wholey 520-638-7088 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com
Welcome back to those of you who have been gone for the summer. The Yoga Club is offering four classes each week in October. Maria returns beginning October 7. Bring your mat and $10 to each class.
Tuesdays, 10:45 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2 (Torrey)
Thursdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis (Torrey)
Thursdays, 10:45 AM, Desert Oasis, chair yoga (Torrey)
Fridays, 8:15 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2 (Maria)
Bridge
Duplicate Bridge
Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Wed., 6 PM; Fri., 12:30 PM, Desert Oasis
During Activity Center construction, we are using different sites and days. These changes are for the foreseeable
Ladies Monday Social Bridge
Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 and2@olypen.com Mon., 12:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
Come for a friendly game of bridge. Renew those old friendships and meet new friends.
Marathon Bridge
Find a partner and join our club. We will play once a month (your choice of date), October through April, in your residence or your opponents’ home. There is a onetime entry/ prize fee of $15 pp. Call or email Owen Reese for further information or to join.
Mixed Social Bridge
Pres. Don Wheeler 520-334-7578 don8359@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
The Mixed Social Bridge Club plays contract bridge in an informal, relaxed and fun environment. We want everyone who comes to sit at a table and play bridge. If needed, we will make a table of three or have a player float from table to table. We start promptly at 8:30 AM; come a few minutes early to socialize and find a partner. We have coffee, and members often bring goodies. We also have online games using Trickstercards.com. Please join us. We welcome new players.
Partners Tuesday Night Bridge
Pres. Larry Parks, VP Janelle Parks, Sec. Louise Fraser 520-825-9592 Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Please join us to play friendly bridge on Tuesday evenings. Our group is pleasant and helpful. Bring a partner and $1 each to put into the pot. There are winners every time we play. Please arrive by 5:45 PM, and we promise you an enjoyable evening. We finish at 8:30 PM. Call Louise if you have any questions.
Practice Bridge
Pres. Robert Carlson 612-850-9005, Barbara Fransdal 520-310-7549 Mon. and Wed., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
We play for fun, to refresh old skills and develop new ones. Sometimes we even keep score. We learn from each other.
Bunco
Fern Strandskov 520-825-8127 Fourth Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
Please join us. There is a $2 entrance fee, which is divided among the winners. We promise you a fun afternoon. Mark your calendar and give it a try. Hope to see you there.
Chess VP John Bechard bechard.john@gmail.com Mon., 4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
The SCOV Chess Club is planning a fall tournament to begin in October. Newcomers are always welcome at our regular meetings any Monday afternoon at Catalina Vista. Stop by for a casual game and information on the tournament. Cribbage Pres. Salvador Hernandez 281-883-2986 First and Third Thu., 6 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge
We look forward to seeing you. New members are welcome. Come join the fun.
Euchre
If you would enjoy playing this friendly card game, please bring $1 to Desert Oasis on Mondays at 5:30 PM.
Five Crowns Pat Hansen or Fern Strandskov ferndean@aol.com Sat., 4:30 and 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com
Five Crowns is a fun and easy game to play (see website for short video). Players usually play 1-3 games, depending on what time they arrive. Players are randomly assigned to tables, and each game normally takes one hour. For each game you play, you need to bring 12 dimes and one quarter. So if you plan to play three games, bring 36 dimes and three quarters. New players are always welcome.
Gin Rummy Bob Segebrecht or Sue Lilja 802-236-0150 Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Please feel free to call Sue if you have any questions or suggestions.
Mah Jongg
Casual Mah Jongg
Judee Wickersham, 520-989-3254 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis
Come and play on Tuesdays for a casual, fun game.
Thursday Mah Jongg
Joyce Unger 520-825-8069 Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis
We have had an amazing and well attended summer. Plans are underway for the fall, so come and play and get in on the planning.
Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Claudia Case 206-579-6500 Mon., Fri., 12:30-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
If you enjoy a challenge, come in and observe our game of Pan (Panguingue). It’s a fun and interesting game. We would love to have you join us.
Pinochle
We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands. Bring $1 for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night. The third Wednesday is birthday night. If your skills are a little rusty, we can get you up to speed quickly. Annual dues $5 pp.
