Active Adult Programs

Go Paddle AZ provides kayaking and safety instruction, and you will get out on the water Lunch will be paid on your own and after lake time Transportation via City van, instruction, personal flotation device, and kayak are included in the fee

Fee $55

When Wed , Oct 4; 7 a m - I p m

Wed , N ov 1; 7 a m - I p m

Wed , D ec 6; 7 a m - I p m

Visit www peoriaaz gov/activeadults, or stop by the community center for a complete series flyer.

Visit www peoriaaz gov/activeadults, or stop by the community center for a series flyer.

All Active Adult Special Events, unless otherwise noted, take place at the Peoria Community Center

Fiestas Patrias

When Fri , S ept 15; 9:30 - 11:30 a m

Halloween Party

When Fri , Oct 31; 9:30 - 11:30 a m

Harvest Social

When Wed , N ov 22; 9:30 - 11:30 a m

Breakfast with Santa

When Tues , D ec 5; 8:00 – 9:30 a m

Holiday Party

When Fri , D ec 22; 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

RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation

To Register (623) 773-7436

Ryan Stevens Family and Youth Services Coordinator Ryan.Stevens@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7120

Jodi Roth-Jones Family and Youth Services Supervisor Jodi.Roth-Jones@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7719

Email us at communitycenter@peoriaaz.gov to sign up to receive email alerts to hear about trip destinations, special events, and classes.

General Information

(623) 773-7436

Paula Considine

Family & Youth Services Superintendent

Paula.Considine@peoriaaz.gov

(623) 773-7923

Jodi Roth-Jones

Family & Youth Services Supervisor

Jodi.Roth-Jones@peoriaaz.gov

(623) 773-7719

Angelica Raya

Family & Youth Services Coordinator

Anjelica.Raya@peoriaaz.gov

(623) 773-7219

For information on these programs and much more, visit our website at www.peoriaaz. gov/adaptive