Lisa DeFalco Listening to Our Residents and Improving the Process After receiving some really great feedback from our amazing residents, we are updating our cancellation process. I want to personally thank the residents who took the time to share their perspectives, present compelling cases, and help us find ways to make this process more streamlined…
Tag: fitness
May 2026, Clubs & Classes
Why Karate? Why Now? Why Not?
Shari Rodgers Karate’s origins can be traced back hundreds of years to Okinawa, an island once a kingdom in its own right. This island nestled in the Ryukyu archipelago of present-day Japan was influenced by Chinese martial arts and indigenous fighting styles. Karate evolved over centuries, integrating techniques and philosophies across Asia, bringing a unique…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
How Martial Arts Can Teach Us Strength and Harmony
Shari Rodgers It might just become your passion. Passion is a powerful force in our lives. Engaging in activities we love can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Passion fuels our motivation and creativity. It gives us something to strive for and can help us overcome challenges. When we immerse ourselves in martial arts, we…
Clubs & Classes, November 2025
Anza Athletic Club Class Descriptions
Aqua Fitness T,TH 2 p.m. Stacey Bogar. High-energy, low-impact class uses water resistance, resistance bands, and upbeat music to boost strength, balance, and cardio—all in a supportive, social environment. Perfect for all fitness levels. Balanced Motion M 8 a.m. Lisa DeFalco. Low-impact mixed aerobics performed while standing. The second half focuses on strength, flexibility, and…
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
Anza Athletic Club Schedule of Classes
Schedule subject to change – Check Anza or website www.quailcreekhoa.org/activities/fitness_classes.htm. July 15 through Aug. 14, 2025 – Note: Classes are 50 minutes in length. CLASS DAY/TIME LOCATION INSTRUCTOR Body Blast M 3 p.m., 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.…
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
Quail Creek Karate—Asai Shotokan
Shari Rodgers Asai Shotokan Association International was founded by Shihan Kousaku Yokota to promote Asai-style karate. Shihan Kousaku Yokota visited and held a seminar with the Quail Creek Dojo students a few years ago. This is the style of karate taught and practiced at the Anza gym under the direction of Sensei Herum. Last month…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
Every Martial Art Has a Symbol, and Shotokan Is No Different
Shari Rodgers How did Shotokan’s symbol become the tiger? Read on! The tiger symbol of Shotokan Karate is one that’s immediately recognized by karate practitioners around the world, yet two questions often asked are what does this symbol represent and where did it come from? We know that tigers themselves don’t exist naturally in Japan.…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
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 24 Body Blast Stretch M 1 p.m. Lorraine Beaver. We have added some boxing moves to transform and challenge your muscles…
June 2025, Generals
Anza Athletic Club Schedule of Classes
Schedule subject to change – Check Anza or website www.quailcreekhoa.org/activities/fitness_classes.htm. June 15 through July 14, 2025 – Note: Classes are 50 minutes in length. CLASS DAY/TIME LOCATION INSTRUCTOR Body Blast T,TH 10 a.m. Cholla Studio Lorraine Beaver Body Blast Stretch M 1 p.m. Cholla Studio Lorraine Beaver Classic Fitness T,TH 11 a.m. Cholla Studio Lois…
November 2024, Sports
Please Allow Me to Introduce …
Don Beaver, Director of Fitness Sept. 25 was our first Fitness Equipment Familiarization and Orientation class, with a tremendous turnout of more than 30 people in attendance. Obviously, we discovered that there is a great need for this monthly service for new homeowners, renters, and/or residents who simply wish to understand the Anza’s fitness equipment.…