Jumpstart Your Healthy Habits
By City Manager Ken Striplin
What better way to welcome springtime than by getting outside and engaging in a healthy lifestyle? As someone who constantly stays active with my kids, I encourage our residents to take advantage of the diverse recreational opportunities available right here in Santa Clarita.
One of the many great things about our community is the availability of a wide range of activities. Whether you are a swimmer, biker, hiker, softball player or just someone who likes to explore new sports, there is really something for everyone.
Next month, we are excited to start our spring Adult Sports Basketball and Volleyball leagues. Both of these programs will last until June with games and matches being held at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex Gymnasium and the Canyon Country Community Center. These leagues are perfect for teams who want to get a workout in while being part of a team. To sign up, visit santa-clarita.com/Seasons.
If you would rather drop-in for a class, consider stopping by our soccer or ultimate frisbee classes. Each of these programs take place at Central Park and are perfect for a spontaneous group workout, or for those who just want to meet new people and exercise at the same time. If you would like to take your workout off-land and into the pool, consider trying any of our aquatics drop-in classes like water polo, lap swim, water exercise and adult learn-to-swim. Each of these classes can help you get in shape and get more comfortable in the water. To learn more about any of our aquatics programs, visit santa-clarita.com/Aquatics.
For our pickleball enthusiasts or residents who have just begun, grab your paddles and join us on the courts! I am proud to say that the City continues to add courts to our parks and facilities, giving our residents the opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing sports in the nation. Currently, residents can play at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex, Bouquet Canyon Park, Newhall Community Center, Vista Canyon Park and the Canyon Country Community Center. Both Bouquet Canyon and Vista Canyon Park locations are free of charge. To reserve your spot, please visit santa-clarita.com/Recreation.
With so much rain this past month, now is the perfect time to hit the trails and get in your steps, while being surrounded by the beautiful, rolling green mountains that surround our community. For some added fun, sign up for our Adult Sports Walking Challenge by contacting the Adult Sports Office at AdultSports@santaclarita.gov or call (661) 290-2240. This free program encourages residents to track their steps, whether that is on the trails, the paseos or at one of our 36 parks. Prizes are awarded for milestones.
I encourage all of our residents to take advantage of the incredible recreational activities offered by the City. For more information about any of the programs or to sign-up, please visit santa-clarita.com/Seasons.
Ken Striplin is Santa Clarita’s City Manager and can be reached at kstriplin@santaclarita.gov
