Active Adult Programs

Lake Pleasant Go Paddle AZ will provide basic kayaking and safety instruction, as well as get you out on the water. We will stop for lunch after our time on the lake. Transportation via City van, instruction, personal flotation device, and kayak are included in the fee. Lunch is to be paid on your own.

Fee $55

When Wed., May 10; 7 a.m. - I p.m. Wed., June 14, 7 a.m. - I p.m.

All Active Adult Special Events, unless otherwise noted, take place at the Peoria Community Center (8335 W. Jefferson St.).

When Fri., May 5, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Join us for free fitness classes, health seminars, and refreshments .

Fee FREE

When Wed., May 31, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Luau Party

When Fri., June 2, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Karaoke Party

When Fri., June 23, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Salute to America

When M on., July 3, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Wild West Party

When Fri., Aug. 18, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Fitness classes, carefully selected for Active Adults, are available at the Peoria Community Center Patrons are invited to bring their own fitness mat if they prefer; but no additional equipment is needed to participate.

Fee $1 50 per class

• Registration is requested Limited space is available

• We accept SilverSneakers, Renew Active, and Silver&Fit.

• A ll fitness classes are FREE for those with eligible, participating memberships.

• Participants may register for multiple fitness classes, but may only register for one Classic/Sit&Fit class per week.

BALANCE & FLEX helps with strength and balance. Class focuses on improving strength in ankle, knee and hip joints, while improving reaction time and balance.

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS is a class that uses a variety of movements and equipment to assist you in developing better endurance, tone, and range of motion

PILATES is a core focused mat class that improves muscle tone, flexibility and muscle strength, and increases endurance in legs, abdominals, arms, hips, and back

RESTORATIVE YOGA is a gentle practice with passive seated postures, long holds and focused breathing on the deep layers of the body, connective tissue and joints. It is a blend of release and relaxation.

SILVERSNEAKERS ® CLASSIC/SIT & FIT increases muscular strength, range of motion and activities for daily living. Handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball for resistance; a chair is available, if needed, for seated or standing support

SIMPLY STRETCHING is a stretching class Stretches occur seated, or standing next to and behind a chair; for support

TAI CHI is a series of gentle, flowing, standing movements Postures can promote better strength, flexibility, and create more clarity of body and mind.

ZUMBA GOLD is an energetic dance fitness class designed for active adults

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To Register (623)

Jodi Roth-Jones

Jodi.Roth-Jones@peoriaaz.gov

(623) 773-7719

Register for Enrichment Classes: www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace