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Arthritis Water Pres. Sherry Olivier sherryolivier55@gmail.com Sec. Melanie Livingston meljean178@yahoo.com Mon., Wed., Fri. 1 PM Oct.-Apr.; 10:10 AM May-Sep.; AFC/Pool
Come join us for a workout at your own pace
Cooler temperatures are hard on many older people, or for those with muscular and nerve problems. But, as long as the air temperature is 77 degrees or higher, and it is not too windy, we are still meeting. Come to the pool and join us in our regular one-hour gentle workout designed to use every muscle and to improve balance and stamina. Since exercise is crucial, and it is important to keep moving, most of our exercises can be modified to fit individuals’ physical limitations. You may wear your hat, sunglasses, and shirt for protection from the sun or breeze.
We currently have 60 resident members (male and female), and new ones are warmly welcomed. Annual dues are $5, with no additional costs. Energetic Exercise Donna Clark 970-946-1048 Mon. and Wed. 8-9 AM, AFC Studio Fri., Dec. 3 and 17, 7:45-8:45 AM, Catalina Vista
Give yourself a gift of fun and fitness. We have classes that will prepare your muscles and joints to help you do all those activities you enjoy–with greater strength, balance and flexibility.
Professional instructor, Sally Martinez, has been our leader for over 25 years and is expert at working with seniors. She’s both inspiring and encouraging. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel.
During the remodeling of the Activity Center, we meet at two different locations: Monday and Wednesday at the AFC Studio and Fridays, as available, at Catalina Vista. The club calendar and SignUpGenius both provide information on the locations and times for each class.
New members are warmly welcomed–men and women– as long as there is room. We are currently limited to 34 participants in these locations.
Annual dues are $3. Punch card for 12 classes is $30. Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman goodman@sfu.ca Tue., Thu., Sat., 6:45-8 AM, AFC pool
The Fitness Swim Club provides a vehicle for swimmers to participate in a group swim workout. We generally go 2,400 to 3,000 yards per workout, mostly freestyle. Some do more, a few do 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
Happy holidays. The SCOV Pilates Club offers group mat classes at the AFC Mondays, 3-4 PM, and Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 PM. Each class participant is striving to increase their core strength. Core muscles are the deep abdominal and back muscles that help you stabilize your pelvis and spine. The Pilates exercises are simple, and each class begins with warm-up exercises, stretching and deep breathing. The instructors oversee us at all times. They modify the most strenuous exercises for anyone with limitations. These classes result in benefits that can’t be beat: better balance (fewer falls), more flexibility (joints move again), increased muscle tone (you’re stronger) and more energy and wellbeing. The cost is $8 cash per class, and 2022 annual club dues in January will be $20 pp. Call Mary with any questions. 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
A new 10-week tai chi class for all students will begin on Thursday, January 6, 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio, and will continue through March 10. The classes are led by tai chi masters, Jose Hernandez Rivera and Donna Drazenovich. All first-time students need to call Alice Hutchison for further information.
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that involves slow, focused movements. Because of the benefits for balance, strength, and improved breathing, it is an exercise especially suitable for seniors.
Yoga Pres. Jan Wholey 520-638-7088 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com
Happy holidays to all. Yoga classes for the first three weeks in December are:
Tuesdays: 10:45 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2, Torrey
Thursdays: 9 AM, Desert Oasis, Torrey
Thursdays: Chair Yoga, 10:45 AM, Desert Oasis, Torrey
Fridays: 8:15 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2, Maria
Please note that there will be no classes the weeks of December 19 through 31. Each class is $10 cash, and please bring your own props. Maria will accept previously purchased tickets through January 2022. We hope to see you in class.
Bridge
Duplicate Bridge
Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Second and fourth Mon., 6 PM, Desert Oasis; Fri., 12:30 PM, Catalina Vista
During construction in the Activity Center, we will try to have a regular game. We will play the second and fourth
Monday evenings at Desert Oasis and Friday afternoons at Catalina Vista, both at the usual times. We will try to keep everyone informed as changes occur.
Ladies Monday Social Bridge
Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 and2@olypen.com Mon., 12:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
Monday bridge has started up again. Come for a friendly game of bridge. Renew those old friendships and meet new friends.
Marathon Bridge
Dave Johnson 520-825-6994 dpjohn@aol.com
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 has resumed playing contract bridge in an informal, relaxed and fun environment. We want everyone who comes to sit at a table and play bridge. So, 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 partner up. We have coffee, and members often bring goodies to go with it. 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. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Do you like to play bridge? It helps your mind, uses the small muscles in your hand, and encourages a sense of humor when things don’t go as planned. Grab a partner, a dollar, and have a few hours of fun with some great people. We play 24 hands of rubber bridge and winners divide up the evening’s pot. If you should happen to bid and make a grand slam, we’ll award your partnership with $10 and you might even get your picture in the Tipster. I can’t even guarantee you’ll get your $1 back, but you will have fun. Arrive at 5:45 PM to secure your table.
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; relearn 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
The Bunco Club has started up again. Please join us. There is a $2 entrance fee which is divided among the winners. We can promise you a fun afternoon. Mark your calendar, and give it a try. Hope to see you there. Chess Mary Lee Fitzgerald fitzgerald.marylee@gmail.com Mon., 4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
The Sun City Chess Club’s first annual club tournament is underway on Monday afternoons in Catalina Vista. All chess fans feel free to come by at 4:30 PM and watch the action. The club just completed a three-week class for beginning players, some of whom are playing in the beginner’s tournaCribbage 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
Christopher Auclair 585-309-9065 First, third, fifth Mon., 6 PM, Desert Oasis
If you would enjoy playing this friendly card game, please bring $1 to Desert Oasis on the first, third, or fifth Monday of the month at 6 PM. We look forward to seeing you. Five Crowns
Pat Hansen Sat., 4:30 and 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com
We have a nice but small group playing on Saturdays. We would love to see more of our members return to our Saturday game. Same time, same place. We’re still having a good time and lots of laughs. Hope to see more of you there to join us in the fun.
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 Joyce Unger 520-825-8069 Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis
Thursday Mah Jongg is now open; come on in. We play from 1-4 PM. Be sure to spread the word. New players are always welcome. Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Claudia Case 206-579-6500 Mon., Fri., 1-4 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 very fun and interesting game. We would love to have you join us and see what fun it can be. 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.
Doris Resident
SCOV Name Tags
Name tags with our logo are $8 each.The order form is available at scovaz.com. Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.
