Santa Cruz Parks - Activity Guide - Summer 2024

24 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services ADULT & SENIOR ACTIVITIES Our heartiest welcome goes to you! Thank you for being part of our recreation family in our unique and ever- expanding line of programs! We’re honored to have you with us on this FUN journey! Please check scparks.com in the weeks to or email us to let us know you’re ready to join us this Fall in organized activities. We want to ensure you are on our email newsletter list. We can’t wait to see you! In the meantime, feel free to explore the great opportunities we have in store for you at scparks.com. If you need assistance or additional support on our programs, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 831-454-7941 e-mail us at rec@scparks.com. Capitola Mall Walking Join the Mall Walkers for health, fitness, and FUN! Meet friendly and supportive participants while you walk in a safe and protected environment. Walking is a wonderful way to be physically active! It’s easy, and it’s relatively risk-free. Walking is the most popular aerobic activity. We have monthly events and social gatherings at local eateries (lunch is not included). Come join us and be part of the movement. Drop by the entrance to the food court. *Stretch class at 9:30am. Location: Capitola Mall M/W/F 50 + Annual fee $25 Bridge Club Interested in playing Bridge. Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. Make new friends and sharpen your mind. Location: Aptos Branch Library M 10:30am Now until Dec 16th No class 5/27, 9/2, 10/14, 11/11 Tai Chi Tai Chi is an ancient art form that has developed over centuries, and it covers concepts that are designed to improve our quality of life. This beginner’s program is exactly what you may be looking for if you are seeking a gentle form of mindful, relaxing exercise and stretching involving movements performed in a slow, focused manner. This class can be taken standing, sitting, or a combination of both. Come join the fun! Wear comfortable closes, bring water and sturdy, supportive footwear. Location: Heart of Soquel Session 1: W/F 5/22-7/26 1-2pm No class 6/12, 6/14, 6/19, 7/24 Session II: W/F 8/7-9/27 1-2pm Location: Aptos Village Park Session III: W/F 10/2-12/6 1-2pm No class 11/27, 11/29 Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Learn and engage in practices including mindfulness meditation, breathwork & body scan and seated & standing yoga. Call 831-454-7941 or visit scparks.com for additional details. Location: Live Oak Community Room - Simpkins Family Swim Center Tu Dates: TBD 6:30-7:15pm $115/$127 Fitness at the Park A kinder, gentler aerobic workout appropriate for active adults who would like to include a low-intensity, low- impact workout in their fitness plans. Each class includes anaerobic conditioning and stretching segments. Get ready to stretch, exercise your upper body with resistant bands and lower body exercises to build strength and balance. We will recover with relaxation breathing techniques. *Please consult with your physician before participating in this class. Location: Anna Jean Cummings County Park Session I: W 4/10–7/10 11-11:45am No class 6/12, 6/19 Session II: W 7/17–10/2 11-11:45am No class 7/24 Location: Aptos Village Park Session III: W 10/9-12/18 11-11:45am No class 11/25