Active Zone events
Event: Total Body Fitness
Date: Tuesdays @ 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Come and join us for some fun and get a complete workout. This is a circuit exercise focusing on core body workout, strength exercises, balance and coordination and circuit exercises, including group stations. Provided by Foothill Community College. For more information call (650) 780-7525. There is no cost for this class!
Community Events
Event: Morning Walks
Date: Daily @ 9 AM
Location: Veterans Memorial Senior Center in Red Morton Park, 1455 Madison Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Get up and get out! Meet a group of dedicated walkers for a stroll through Red Morton Park. Walkers leave at 9 a.m. from the Veterans Memorial Senior Center lobby. Call 780-7270 for more info or drop by!
Event: Morning Neighborhood Walks
Date: Daily @ 6 AM
Location: 1772 Anamor Street
Description: 45 min to 1 hr walk around the neighborhood. Easy to moderate pace. For details: meetup.com/redwoodcitywalkinggroup
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Mondays @ 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Location: Fair Oaks School, 2950 Fair Oaks Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Senior Spokes Bike Club
Date: Mondays @ 10:00 AM
Location: Veterans Memorial Senior Center in Red Morton Park, 1455 Madison Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Bike club for older adults. Call 650-321-3302 to join.
Event: Gentle Yoga
Date: Mondays @10:00 - 11:15 AM
Location: Veterans Memorial Senior Center in Red Morton Park, 1455 Madison Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Gentle and easy, this class is a wonderful way to strengthen, stretch and relax. You will learn and practice basic Yoga postures, relaxation, and breathing techniques. Own mat is recommended. Wear comfortable clothes. Students must register with the instructor, Orlene Chartain, directly at class. For information call 650-346-8273. $5/Drop-in
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Mondays @ 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Walk from Alameda to Canada College
Date: Mondays @ 6 PM
Location: Alameda & McGarvey Ave 94061
Description: Join a walking group UPHILL to Canada College. Takes about 1 hr. For more details: meetup.com/redwoodcitywalkinggroup
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays @ 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: 1744 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. Each class is $5. Contact instructor Lila at 650-290-3917 for more information.
Event: Fitness Center at Red Morton Community Center
Date: Monday through Thursday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Fitness Center at Red Morton Park, 1120 Roosevelt Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Fitness Center is open to teens ages 16 and 17 on a drop-in basis or with a 1-yr. membership ($15/yr) and men and women age 18 and over on a drop-in or user-card basis. All participants will need to check in at the facility's front counter to pay for individual visits or to have their multi-visit card validated for entry. Bring your own equipment or check out balls and racquets from the gym supervisor's office located in the gym. Please wear appropriate shoes. No hard or dark soled shoes will be permitted. Schedule subject to change. Multi-use cards are available for purchase at the front reception counter. They can be used for entry to Drop-in Gym and the Fitness Center. Please estimate your usage and purchase the type of card appropriately. No refunds will be given for unused cards. For information call (650) 780-7311. $3/drop-in, $12.50/5 visit card ($2.50/visit, good for 3 months), $50/25 visit card ($2.00/visit, good for three months), $87.50/50 visit card ($1.75/visit, good for six months).
Event: Open Gym at Red Morton Community Center
Date: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays @ 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Wednesdays @ 7 PM - 10 PM
Saturdays @ 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Gymnasium at Red Morton Park, 1120 Roosevelt Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Gym open to men and women age 18 and over, unless otherwise indicated. All participants will need to check in at the facility's front counter to pay for individual visits or to have their multi-visit card validated for entry. Bring your own equipment or check out balls and racquets from the gym supervisor's office located in the gym. Please wear appropriate shoes. No hard or dark soled shoes will be permitted. Schedule subject to change. Multi-use cards are available for purchase at the front reception counter. They can be used for entry to Drop-in Gym and the Fitness Center. Please estimate your usage and purchase the type of card appropriately. No refunds will be given for unused cards. For information call (650) 780-7311.
Event: Fitness Gym at Veterans Memorial Senior Center
Date: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: VMSC Community Wellness Center, 711 Nevada Street, Redwood City
Description: Enjoy access to treadmills, stair climbers, NordicTrack, exercise bicycles, universal weight station and free weights in our drop-in fitness gym. To get your annual membership, you will need to fill out appropriate paperwork and attend an orientation class. Cost is $100 per year for adults up to age 61 years. 62 and older, $50 per year. Call (650) 823-1225 for more information. No online/mail-in registration.
Event: Tai Chi
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays @ 12:30 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Tai Chi for senior citizens is a simplified martial art that is designed to help improve general health and overall well-being. Learn several movements to help relieve stress and tension. Class targets seniors but open for under age limit at a cost of $2 per session. Please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Location: Taft School, PAL Bldg
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Sit and Be Fit/Low Impact Exercise
Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 9:00 AM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: This class is designed to achieve a total body workout of aerobic strength, and flexibility training through the use of a chair and stretch bands. A majority of the class will be conducted while seated in the chair with additional exercises in the standing position. Balance, coordination, and core strength will also be covered. Class targets seniors; for those under 55, $2 per session.If you need additional information please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Tuesdays and Thursday @ 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: 3399 Bay Rd, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. Each class is $5. Contact instructor Lila at 650-290-3917 for more information.
Event: Chair Exercise
Date: Tuesdays & Fridays @ 9:25-10:30 AM
Location: Sequoia Room, Veterans Memorial Senior Center Community Wellness Center, 711 Nevada Street, Redwood City
Description: Come for fun and fitness. It is the perfect class for those who may have physical limitations. Strengthen and tone muscles while sitting. Class targets seniors. Students must register with instructor on the first day of class. Instructor: Marie Hubbell. Call 780-7270 for more info or drop by! On-going and free!
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays @ 5:00 -6:00 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Diesel Fish Dragonboat
Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 6-8 PM
Location: Bair Island Aquatic Center (BIAC), 1450 Maple St., Redwood City
Description: DieselFish proudly continues to paddle long and strong in our pursuit of the perfect race. DieselFish is an open team. We welcome all applicants for competitive or recreational paddling, regardless of experience-, fitness-, or age-level. Our coaches love training newcomers and teaching them the secret of the trademark DieselFish stroke. They will work with you and unlock your potential. For additional information check out the web page www.dieselfish.org/dragonboat-try.html; email leader to ensure even is still on- dieselfishcaptian@gmail.com
Event: Evening Fitness Club
Date: Tuesdays @ 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Adaptive PE Room, Veterans Memorial Senior Center, 1455 Madison Avenue, Redwood City
Description: Have fun while exercising in our evening Fitness Classes every Tuesday Night. Scott Lohmann, certified personal fitness instructor will lead participants in safe, individually tailored work-outs. $20/month or $5 drop-in.
Event: Morning Fitness
Date: Wednesdays @ 9-10 AM
Location: Sequoia Room, Veterans Memorial Senior Center Community Wellness Center, 711 Nevada Street, Redwood City
Description: Start your morning with a free eye-opening exercise class that combines stretching, conditioning, low-impact aerobics and even a little country line dancing! Class targets seniors. Students must register with instructor on the first day of class. Instructor: Marie Hubbell. Call 780-7270 for more info or drop by! On-going and free!
Event: Beginning Yoga
Date: Wednesdays @ 9-10 AM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Beginning yoga is a powerful portal to the Soul, whether you do hatha yoga poses in a chair or on the mat--it doesn't matter. You will receive the many radiant benefits of this ancient healing discipline that is dear to my heart of hearts (Soul). Class targets seniors but open for under age limit at a cost of $2 per session. Please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: Ballet Folklorico (Latin dance)
Date: Wednesdays @ 11AM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Adults can learn the fundamentals of Latin Folklorico Dance using basic movement & techniques. Be sure to dress comfortably with clothes you can MOVE in and be SAFE! (Please pre-register). Class is free for seniors but open for under age limit at a cost of $2 per session. Please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: Gentle Conditioning for Older Adults
Date: Wednesdays @ 12:30 PM
Location: Veterans Memorial Senior Center in Red Morton Park, Sequoia Room, 1455 Madison Avenue, Redwood City
Description: $5/class, no registration required.
Event: ZUMBATOMIC (for kids 4-12 years and their parents)
Date: Wednesdays @ 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumbatomic classes are rockin high energy fitness parties packed with specially choreographed kid-friendly routines and all the music kids love like hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia, and more. Parents love Zumbatomic because of the effects it has on the kids, increasing their focus and self confidence, boosting metabolism, and enhancing coordination. Zumbatomic rounds out family fitness goals by giving parents a great reason to head to the gym themselves, for their kids, for a totally fun family experience. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Wednesdays @ 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Soul Line Dancing
Date: Thursdays @ 10 AM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Seniors eagerly get up from seats and join different lines to shuffle, shimmy and scoot across the linoleum floor at the Soul Line Dance Party at the Menlo Park Senior Center. Class targets seniors. If you need additional information please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: Strong for Life
Date: Thursdays @ 12:45 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Strong for Life is an easy to follow exercise routine designed to improve strength, function and balance in older adults with or without limitations. Strong for Life targets specific muscles that are important in every day life with such movements as getting out of a chair, walking, and picking up a grandchild. Class targets seniors, but open to those under 55 at a cost of $2/session. Please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: ZUMBATOMIC (for kids 4-12 years and their parents)
Date: Thursdays @ 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Location: Sequoia High School Dance Studio
Description: Zumbatomic classes are rockin high energy fitness parties packed with specially choreographed kid-friendly routines and all the music kids love like hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia, and more. Parents love Zumbatomic because of the effects it has on the kids, increasing their focus and self confidence, boosting metabolism, and enhancing coordination. Zumbatomic rounds out family fitness goals by giving parents a great reason to head to the gym themselves, for their kids, for a totally fun family experience. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Thursdays @ 5:00 -6:00 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Hasma Yoga and Meditation
Date: Thursdays @ 7:30 - 9 PM
Location: Block Room at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Redwood City, 2124 Brewster Ave, corner of Lowell.
Description: An excellent bridge between Basic & Vinyasa, the All Levels class allows the student to work at their own pace while exploring an asana flow combining breath with different postures, from balancing to inverting. Come and explore! For additional question check out the web page http://www.meetup.com/hamsa-Yoga-and-Meditation-Meetup/.
Event: Beginning Yoga
Date: Fridays @ 8:45 - 9:45 AM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Beginning yoga is a powerful portal to the Soul, whether you do hatha yoga poses in a chair or on the mat--it doesn't matter. You will receive the many radiant benefits of this ancient healing discipline that is dear to my heart of hearts (Soul).Class targets seniors but open for under age limit at a cost of $2 per session. Please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: Garden Club
Date: Fridays @ 10:00 AM
Location: Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Do you like to garden? Plant, nurture and harvest organic vegetables and flowers at our raised garden beds in Redwood City. Volunteers are needed to water other mornings during the week. Please call 650-780-7525 or check out the web page www.redwoodcity.org/parks
Event: Weight Training for Older Adults
Date: Fridays @ 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Veteran's Memorial Senior Center, Adaptive Physical Education Room
Description: $5/class. No registration required.
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Fridays @ 4:40 - 6 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Fridays @ 5:00 -6:00 PM
Location: Fair Oaks Community Center, 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 Donation request. All ages welcome.
Event: Diesel Fish Dragonboat
Date: Saturdays @ 10-12 PM
Location: Bair Island Aquatic Center (BIAC), 1450 Maple St., Redwood City
Description: DieselFish proudly continues to paddle long and strong in our pursuit of the perfect race. DieselFish is an open team. We welcome all applicants for competitive or recreational paddling, regardless of experience-, fitness-, or age-level. Our coaches love training newcomers and teaching them the secret of the trademark DieselFish stroke. They will work with you and unlock your potential. For additional information check out the web page www.dieselfish.org/dragonboat-try.html; email leader to ensure even is still on- dieselfishcaptian@gmail.com
Event: Docent Led Wildflower Walks
Date: Saturdays and Sundays through 1st weekend in June @ 10 AM
Location: Edgewood Park, 10 Old Stage Coach Rd
Description: Approximately a 3 hour moderate paced walk through grasslands, chaparral, coastal scrub, and foothill woodlands. Walk starts from the Bill and Jean Lane Education Center. Bring water, a hat, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and a snack if you wish. There is no stop for lunch, but picnic tables are usually available. Restrooms and water is only available at the main entrance.
Event: ZUMBA
Date: Sundays @ 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Location: YMCA - Sequoia, Hudson Street, Redwood City
Description: Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia in the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Unlike typical dance class for counts are used, Zumba involves following the music with repetitive movements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. Classes fill up fast, so arrive early. $1 donation. Contact instructor at 650-780-7500 for more information.