Tom started Shotokan Karate at the Anza gym at age 86, earning his orange belt at age 87. He is still going strong and focused on earning a higher rank in 2024! So, who is this guy? Tom is from a family of five brothers and two sisters and grew up in La Grange, Ill.…
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Clubs & Classes, Sports, February 2024
Anza Athletic Club Class Descriptions
Body Blast T,TH,F 10 a.m. Lorraine Beaver. Work all muscle groups using high-volume reps and low resistance with dumbbell weights—a great workout geared to improving muscle tone and definition and cardiovascular fitness. Class limit 24. Classic Fitness T,TH 11 a.m. Lois Bossert. This workout consists of a warm-up, 20 minutes of low-impact aerobics set to music,…
Clubs & Classes, February 2024
Needlework Club: Gifted Hands, Giving Hearts
Carolyn Good The QC Needlework Club began in 2003 and provides members with a place to gather in a relaxed, friendly environment while crafting useful items through knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and sewing. Work on a project of your choice—whatever you enjoy. No experience is needed. We can provide supplies for charity projects (yarn, needles and…
January 2024, Sports
Anza Athletic Club Class Descriptions
Body Blast T,TH 10 a.m. Lorraine Beaver. Work all muscle groups using high-volume reps and low resistance with dumbbell weights—a great workout geared to improving muscle tone, definition, and cardiovascular fitness. Class limit 22. Classic Fitness T,TH 11 a.m. Lois Bossert. This workout consists of a warm-up, 20 minutes of low-impact aerobics set to music, with…
Sports, January 2024
Anza Athletic Club Schedule of Classes
Schedule subject to change – Check Anza or website www.quailcreekhoa.org/activities/fitness_classes.htm. Jan. 15 through Feb. 14, 2024 – Note: Most classes are 55 minutes in length. CLASS DAY/TIME LOCATION INSTRUCTOR Body Blast T,TH 10 a.m. Cholla Studio Lorraine Beaver Classic Fitness T,TH 11 a.m. Cholla Studio Lois Bossert Fit & Strong T,TH 8 a.m. Cholla Studio Mari Palazuelos Gentle Yoga SA 9:15 a.m. Cholla Studio Gail Johnson Gentle Yoga Stretch F,SA 8…
Front Page, January 2024
Empty Bowls, Big Hearts
Peggy McGee Once again artisans from the Quail Creek Pottery & Sculpture Studio (POTS) and Ceramics Clubs have been busy creating original bowls for the 18th Annual Valley Assistance Services (VAS) Empty Bowls event on Saturday, Feb. 17. The fundraiser for the 501(c)(3) organization will be held at Valley Presbyterian Church, 2800 S. Camino del…
Generals, December 2023
Ever Wonder What to Do If Some Unfriendly Person Pulls a Knife on You?
Shari Rodgers Getting away is always a good first option, but what if you can’t? The Quail Creek Dojo was fortunate to receive specialized training in the do’s and don’ts of a threatening situation involving a knife. Under the instruction of David Lyle and assistant David Petersmarck, several Quail Creek Dojo members (Stan Herum, Larry…
Sports, December 2023
Anza Athletic Club Schedule of Classes
Schedule subject to change – Check Anza or website www.quailcreekhoa.org/activities/fitness_classes.htm. Dec. 15, 2023, through Jan. 14, 2024 – Note: Most classes are 55 minutes in length located in the Cholla Studio. CLASS DAY/TIME INSTRUCTOR Body Blast T,TH 10 a.m. Lorraine Beaver Classic Fitness T,TH 11 a.m. Lois Bossert Fit & Strong T,TH 8 a.m. Mari Palazuelos Gentle Yoga SA 9:15 a.m. Gail Johnson Gentle Yoga…
Sports, December 2023
Anza Athletic Club Class Descriptions
Body Blast T,TH 10 a.m. Lorraine Beaver. Work all muscle groups using high-volume reps and low resistance with dumbbell weights—a great workout geared to improving muscle tone and definition and cardiovascular fitness. Class limit 22. Classic Fitness T,TH 11 a.m. Lois Bossert. This workout consists of a warm-up, 20 minutes of low-impact aerobics set to music,…
Clubs & Classes, December 2023
Discover the Benefits of Dancing Together
Group classes will resume in January, but private lessons expedite your progress. Study any dance, work on steps/techniques, and learn at your own pace. Semiprivate lessons (two or more couples) are also available by appointment—a fun idea with friends. Kathi is a Grand Master Instructor (doctorate degree) who can train beginners through advanced dancers. Choose…