Community Recreation Center

6842 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-425-9583 Business Hours: Mon.-Thu., 8:15 am-5 pm Fri., 8:15 am-4 pm

Drop-In Fitness Classes

Held at 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. Targeted to age 50+ but open to adults of all ages. Meet weekday mornings. Different activity levels. A.F.E.P. Arthritis Fitness Exercise Program SilverSneakers® M.S.R.O.M. (muscle strength and range of motion) SilverSneakers® Cardio Circuit Wake Up and Workout Seniorcise Combo Light Men’s Fitness Circuit Fun SilverSneakers® Cardio Fit SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch Check out the News for schedules and details or call 303-425-9583. Other fitness/wellness activities include yoga,

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BACK THIS YEAR: Pancake Breakfast Included with 5K Registration

Early Bird Registration ended at 5 pm, Apr. 15. Pre-registration ends 5 pm on Thursday, June 13.

The sixth annual Father's Day 5K and Fun Run is set for Sunday, June 16. 'Run Dri' running hats for the first 300 5k registrations, the Fun Run is FREE for all ages, and as always, the UGLY TIE CONTEST! Please join us for a fun and family-friendly morning run/walk, beginning and ending at

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Nearly a dozen of the Jeffco Aquatic Masters swimmers, whose home pool is Apex PRD’s George J. Meyers Pool, attended the recent Colorado Masters Swimming Association State Meet in April. They achieved some impressive results. The men’s overall team ranking was 13th, the women’s overall team ranking was 14th , and the combined team ranking was 14th. A total of 387 swimmers and 49 teams participated in the meet. Individual Jeffco Aquatic Masters swimmers in attendance were Lesley Therrian, Katie Jenkins,

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The 60+ Spelling Bee, a popular and eagerly-anticipated showcase for accomplished spellers, drew a big crowd again this year. The event took place Thursday afternoon, March 13 at the Apex Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. The competition was fierce as always, and onlookers watched and listened intently as the group was whittled down to three. The first-place winner was Edward Geisler, the second-place winner was Mel Friedman and the third-place winner was Mary Welborn. The winning word was “acceleration.” Thanks

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The popular, growing sport of pickleball will soon have home courts in Arvada, thanks to “Pickleball Ken” Marquardt, hundreds of friends and supporters, and lots of hard work and enthusiasm. Pickleball is played with a paddle and wiffle ball, over a net, and combines the rules of ping pong and badminton. In autumn 2011, Ken brought the game to the Apex Center, collaborating with Mike Miles, Apex PRD Executive Director, and the Apex Center staff to build participants and enthusiasm. At

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Tiny Tigers Karate

This program teaches children to focus while developing balance, control, basic motor skills and respect for themselves and others.

Youth Karate

This program focuses on developing discipline, listening and social skills. These skills are developed through training drills, bag work, partner drills, and physical conditioning exercises designed to build a strong body and mind. Respect, integrity, perseverance, and self control are also emphasized.

Adult Karate

A practical self defense art for stress relief as well as body toning through bag work, conditioning,

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Jay Charness has taught women’s self defense and children’s stranger awareness classes in Colorado for more than 10 years, helping thousands of woman and children to “Avoid Predators Everyday.” A.P.E. empowers students of all ages by teaching them hands-on skills and specific strategies that they can put in practice to stay safer. The old adage “knowledge is power” seems to get more true as time goes on. Everyone can benefit from a few basic guidelines that help them discern how to stay

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Nearly 50 intrepid pickleball players took to the courts September 26 and 28 for the first-ever Pickleball Mixer Challenge at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Avenue, Arvada. All of the tournament fees – more than $5000 – were donated toward a matching grant fund in support of a potential project of eight outdoor pickleball courts in Arvada. Tournament player Georgina Lynch described the event as “…a total blast: fun to play, fun to watch, good facility, good food and good

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Warren Dowling, Arvada resident and author, just published his memoir, From Wagons to Moon Walk, a decades-long dream that became a reality just before his 93rd birthday. A book-signing celebration is scheduled for Thursday, November 15, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Boulevard, Arvada. Warren discovered the joys of writing 20 years ago at

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For the Rockyettes dance troupe and their instructor Ann Kennedy, performing on stage is not just fun, but a joy and a unique privilege. As one member puts it, “We get back 10 times what we give.” The Rockyettes’ history began in 1997, when their instructor, choreographer and inspiring leader, Ann Kennedy, started teaching Broadway dance and tap dance at the Apex PRD Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Boulevard. The popular program appeals to a wide range of ages and abilities,

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One of the many benefits of Pilates is enhanced flexibility. That’s part of what drew Kathy Van Buskirk to Pilates in 2001. Kathy had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1985, and although she remained active in subsequent years, she sought a solution to increased inflexibility and weakness in her abdominal muscles. “I really benefitted from Pilates’ emphasis on core strength and flexibility,” Kathy said. For Kathy, flexibility goes beyond just muscle. In fact, she might just be one of the

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Pickleball is the most beneficial, exciting, inspirational and all-around fun game you’ve never heard of. But players of this rapidly growing sport for all abilities praise it as “a wonderful game that just might change your life” to one that’s infinitely healthier and happier. This game for all ages combines elements of tennis, ping-pong and badminton. It’s offered at the Apex Center and facilitated by “Pickleball Ken” Marquardt, an enthusiastic ambassador for the sport. The word “ambassador” is more than just

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Choosing a fitness class for you: If in doubt, please ask staff for help - and check with your doctor before starting a new fitness activity. No matter which classes you decide to take, it is important that you do any exercise at your own pace. Level 1 - All exercises are done seated or supported by a chair. Class is very gentle and slow. Level 2 - Most of the exercises are done standing but chairs are available to sit in

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As in recent years, the popular Senior Prom sold out in 2012, its fifth year. SilverSneakers® members enjoyed dinner, dancing, and entertainment at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Boulevard, on Friday, April 20. This year’s theme was “Singing In The Rain,” but April showers didn’t dampen the fun on this spectacular evening of glitz and glamour. The success of this year’s Prom is the direct result of many dedicated volunteers, the staff at Indian Tree, Apex Center employees, especially Phyllis

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