Rec center provides update on activities, events
The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on the following upcoming programming.
Throughout February, Wild Card Wednesday will be offered on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Access an array of card and board games. Free for members; non-members must purchase a pass.
A new time has been added for the indoor pick-up pickleball. It will now take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 2 p.m., Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m.
Dr. Greg Walsh, of Sanibel Chiropractic, will perform complimentary posture/scoliosis screenings on Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. Some of the common issues that he will evaluate will be in regards to people dealing with low back pain, neck pain, hip pain, sciatic discomfort or distress in the rib cage.
A Pickleball Movement Clinic will be held on Feb. 9 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. It is designed to improve participants’ mobility while on the court. The benefits include increased athleticism, improved speed and improved recovery time, and it may help reduce the risk of injury. The clinic is free.
Also on Feb. 9, Youth Speed and Agility Training will take place from 5 to 6 p.m. It can offer young athletes a chance to help develop their skills. The benefits include increased athleticism, improved speed and improved recovery time, and it may help reduce the risk of injury. The trial lesson is free.
Bloomin’ Bouquets will be offered on Feb. 13 from 5 to 6 p.m. Participants will create a mixed flower bouquet for that special someone, including the opportunity to hand-pick a unique vase or wrap it up with a bow. Cost is $19 for members and $24 for non-members per bouquet; all materials are included, along with a complimentary card and candy. Registration is required.
OUTDOOR RECREATION SPACE SURVEY
The center has launched an online survey asking for community feedback.
The “Reimaging Outdoor Recreation Space” survey is collecting input on the potential redesign of the outdoor multigenerational recreation space, which currently consists of the skate park, archery range and basketball court area located behind the center and The Sanibel School. The survey ends on Feb. 9.
The options to pick from include mini golf, multi-use sport court, dedicated lighted pickleball courts –in addition to the existing four shared-use outdoor courts and indoor lined courts — and a traverse climbing wall, along with an “other” selection where respondents can fill in an answer.
To participate, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/recspaces.
BALLFIELD, OUTDOOR COURT UPDATE
The center reported that the projected completion for the outdoor court project is at the end of February. It includes a new foundation, courts, net posts and fencing. The courts will be lined for tennis and pickleball play.
The ballfield restoration work continues with grading, irrigation replacement, installation of new sod and clay, fencing repair/replacement, a new ballfield lighting system, repair of dugouts, and new shade structures and bleachers. The projected reopening date is April.
The center is open on Mondays through Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A variety of memberships, passes and punch cards are available.
For more information, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/government/recreation2.
The Sanibel Recreation Center is at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel.