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The 50+ Wellness Program
Kim Metcalf kmetcalf@cityofsacramento.org
City of Sacramento 50+ Wellness Program
2921 Truxel Road
Sacramento, CA 95833
916-808-1593
50+ Wellness is a resource for information
on who offers what where in the greater Sacramento area to promote health
and vitality for people over age 50. 50+ Wellness publishes a quarterly
newsletter listing exercise classes, health education workshops, special
events, and ongoing programs offered by organizations in the community
to older adults. Please call 808-1593 if you would like to receive a copy
or be put on our mailing list to receive this free publication, or for
further information about the 50+ Wellness Program.
Programs:
A Walk in the Park
50+ Camps
Exercise Classes and Programs
Newsletters
Sports for Life Events
Newsletters
Summer 2008 Newsletter
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Exercise Classes and Programs
If you are new to exercise, or have been
out of it for some time or just want to exercise with people your own
age, consider the following 50+ Wellness Exercise Classes and programs.
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Balance & Strengthening - M/W, 10:30
am, S Natomas Community Center, 2921 Truxel Rd. Specific balance exercises
combined with weight training to improve overall strength and balance.
$20 for 10 sessions. 808-1571.
- Chair Yoga Mondays, 11 am to noon. East Portal Clubhouse, Rodeo Way at L Street, East Sacramento. Yoga helps maintain or improve flexibility, balance, and mobility while improving coordination and strength. Recommend for anyone, at any age dealing with physical challenges, whether it's from injury, disease, illness, age or weight. $32 for 4 sessions. Register and pay at Coloma Community Center, 4623 T Street, or via the internet at www.parksandreconline.cityofsacramento.org. 916-808-1593.
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Chi Gong for Special Populations
- Tuesdays 6:30--8:30 pm at Evelyn Moore Community Center at 1402
Dickson Street. Practice the ancient art of Chi Gong and benefit from
a group healing session. Free. 808-1593.
- Fit over Fifty - M/W/F 10:30 am at Pannell Meadowview
Community Center 2450 Meadowview Road. Includes stretching and strengthening
exercises. $20 for 10 sessions. 808-6680
- Head to Toe Fitness - M/W/F, 9:45-10:45am, Belle
Cooledge Com.Center, 5699 S. Land Park Drive. The all-in-one-class!
Feel fit and energized with a blend of exercise, tai chi, meditation,
group hugs, games, songs and laughter.$20 for 10 sessions. 808-1593.
- Movement with Music –Fridays, 10:30 am, South
Natomas Community Center, 2921 Truxel Rd. Dance in your chair or on
your feet! This class is heart and muscle friendly while being fun!
$12 for 4 sessions. 808-1593.
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Neighborhood Walk - Are you interested in walking
in your neighborhood but don’t want to walk alone? Join Neighborhood
Walk! Currently there are active walk groups in the City Cemetery
in Downtown Sacramento, Land Park in the South Land Park area, Garcia
Bend in Pocket, North Highlands in the north area, Oki Park in the
College Glen area, Pannell Meadowview in the South Sacramento area,
South Natomas at the South Natomas Community Center and at Tahoe Park.
Call 808-1593 for group times and meeting days or if you would like
to discuss starting a walking group in your own neighborhood.
- Raja Yoga Mondays 12:30 to 2 pm. East Portal Clubhouse, Rodeo Way at L Street, East Sacramento. Improve your balance and flexibility. Learn to relax and find your true self through meditation. Each session incorporates the study of yoga philosophy, gentle stretching, deep breathing, yoga postures in combination with deep relaxation and introspective meditation. Students must bring own mat and towel. $32 for 4 sessions. Register and pay at Coloma Community Center, 4623 T Street, via the internet at www.parksandreconline.cityofsacramento.org. 916-808-1593.
- Stretch N’ Flex - Tuesday and Thursday, 8 am.
Belle Cooledge Com.Center, 5699 S. Land Park Drive. Stretch and flex
your way to better health. FREE! 808-1953.
- Stretching & Strengthening Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:45 to 9:45 am or 10 to 11 am. East Portal Clubhouse, Rodeo Way at L Street, East Sacramento. Improve overall flexibility and strength. This class focuses on proper body mechanics, posture and balance, with a relaxation phase at the end of the class. All fitness levels welcome! $55 per month. Register and pay at Coloma Community Center, 4623 T Street, or via the internet at www.parksandreconline.cityofsacramento.org. 916-808-1593.
Annual Week Long Camps for the 50+ Crowd
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Sports for Life! Series announced
The 50+ Wellness Program is pleased to announce its 2008 Sports for Life! Series Tournament schedule. Offering four sports in 2008, we hope to provide many of Sacramento's 50+ athletes with an opportunity to continuing pursuing the sports they love.
| April 26th & 27th |
Soccer Tournament (Cherry Island Soccer Complex) |
| May 10th |
Archery Tournament (Discovery Park) |
| September 27, 2008 |
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, Hotshot and Free Throw Event (Leonardo Di Vinci School) |
You can view and print the tournament information below or contact the 50+ Wellness Program at fiftypluswellness@cityofsacramento.org or 916-808-1593 to request information via mail.
Basketball
Sports for Life Basketball Tournament Flier (PDF)
Sports for Life Basketball Team Application (PDF)
Sports for Life Basketball Team Roster (PDF)
Sports for Life Hotshot and Free Throw Event information (PDF)
Sports for Life Hotshot and Free Throw Registration form (PDF)
Soccer
2008 Sports for Life! Soccer Results (PDF)
Archery
2008 Sports for Life! Archery Results (PDF)
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A Walk in the Park
Want to experience a City park in a whole new way? A
new pilot project, A Walk in the Park provides walking directions, distance
and points of interest to make your walking experience in City parks more
enjoyable!
The initial Walk in the Park series provides information
for the following walkable parks: Southside Park Downtown Sacramento,
McKinely Park in East Sacramento, and William Land Park in Land Park.
Additional parks will be added in the future.
Click on the links below to download a free copy of the
Walk in the Park pamphlet of your choice:
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of the programs mentioned above, please print, complete
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