Rec center provides update on activities, events
The Sanibel Recreation Center reported on upcoming programs and activities.
Bingo will take place on Feb. 5 from noon to 2 p.m. There will be prizes, fun and more. Cost is $4 for members and $5 for non-members and includes one Bingo card; additional cards will be available for $3 each, with a limit of five cards. Registration is required.
On Feb. 7, the center will celebrate National Wear Red Day by encouraging patrons to wear red to raise awareness about heart disease — the leading cause of death among Americans, particularly women.
Backyard Games will be held on Feb. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sanibel Community Park, at 2231 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Attendees can enjoy a variety of games, including volleyball, football, soccer, shuffleboard and cornhole. All ages are welcome. The activities will be weather permitting.
EXTRA PARKING, EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES
The center reported that during busier times of the week — particularly when multiple classes are in session and the weight room is at full capacity — the main parking lot occasionally reaches full occupancy. Patrons are encouraged to use the adjacent Sanibel school parking and ballfield lots when all spots in the main lot are occupied. Patrons may also use the outer school bus lane between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Additionally, the center reminded of the following guidelines for using cardio equipment in the weight room. Due to high demand during the peak season, patrons are asked to utilize the sign-up sheets and limit their time on cardio machines — treadmills, bikes, rowing machines and ellipticals — to 30 minutes. This also applies to the Smith Machine. The measures are in place to ensure that all have fair access to the equipment. The sign-up sheets can be found in the far-right corner of the weight room.
LABLAST FITNESS CLASS
More than 60 residents gathered on Jan. 25 to experience LaBlast Fitness, led by creator and “Dancing with the Stars” professional dancer Louis Van Amstel. Participants of all fitness levels danced their way through the ballroom dancing-inspired workout. Refreshments for attendees were provided by The Sanibel Sprout.
“It was amazing to see such a fantastic turnout,” Van Amstel said. “Sanibel is a beautiful community, and I’m thrilled to have shared LaBlast with so many wonderful people. Watching everyone enjoy themselves while staying active is what LaBlast is all about.”
The center was proud to host the special program.
“Events like this truly highlight the vibrancy and commitment to wellness within our community,” Recreation Department Director Andrea Miller said. “We are thrilled to have hosted Louis Van Amstel and to see so many residents come together for such an inspiring experience.”
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.
New and current members can call 239-472-0345 or stop by the front desk for help with setting up their CivicRec account. A variety of memberships, passes and punch cards are available.
For more information about fitness classes and activities or to register, visit https://secure.rec1.com/FL/sanibel-fl/catalog.
For questions, call 239-472-0345.
The Sanibel Recreation Center is at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel.