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*Pickleball
Wednesday, July 18, 2-4pm
Adaptive Pickleball happens in the Recreation Hall the usually the first Wednesday of every month 2-4pm. It also happens Tuesday/Thursday 9:15-11:00am and Saturday 12:30-2:50pm at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center, 501 Elizabeth St. SE. Pickleball is a sport sweeping the country. It is tennis, badminton, and table tennis all in one. For questions or more information contact Ray Padilla 505-271-4557 or rpadilla503272@comcast.net.
*Boccia Ball Training
Thursdays, July 5, 19, 2-4 pm all athletes
We will be hosting a Boccia ball practice/drop in sessions. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov.
*Shuffleboard Training
Thursdays, July 12, 26, 2-4pm all athletes
We will be hosting a shuffleboard practice sessions. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov.
*9 Ball
Sunday, July 8, 1-2:30pm
We will be hosting a 9 ball practice sessions. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov. Practice can also be done any time the recreation hall does not have formal activities happening throughout the week.
*Table Tennis Training
Sunday, July 8, 1-2:30pm
Practice can also be done any time the recreation hall does not have formal activities happening throughout the week.
*Air Rifle
Waiting on confirmation
Eldorado High School, 11300 Montgomery Blvd NE
This is an opportunity to practice your skills and a certified instructor will be available for instruction. Must RSVP to specific time as space is limited! You may only attend 1 training session on the same day.
If you are interested email Cat Ivie, Catherine.Ivie@va.gov. If you want to attend, an Adaptive Sport Consult or written signed note from your PCP giving you clearance once to participate must be signed by your doctor with a clear statement clearing you to participate in air rifle.
*Horseshoes
Monday, July 2, 23, 2018 1:30-2:30pm, Parade Grounds VA Campus (inside track)
Practice for horseshoes for the Golden Age Games at newly build horseshoe pits in the parade grounds. Practice can also be done any time the recreation hall is open throughout the week by checking out horseshoes.
Please RSVP if you plan on attending. For more information contact Cat Ivie, Catherine.ivie@va.gov
OTHER RECREATION PROGRAMS
Bicycling Community Picnic
Sunday, July 15 12:30pm Meet at Tingley Beach dirt lot
BikeABQ is having a Bicycling Community Picnic at Bike in Coffee. The VA will be having a group meet at Tingley Beach and ride to and from bike in coffee all cyclist welcome to join. VA recumbents available to use on first come first serve reservation. RSVP required. Please RSVP by July 5 to Catherine.ivie@va.gov
Art
Mondays starting June 11, 2-4pm Instructor led
Tuesdays, 2:30-4 pm Instructor led
Wednesdays, 11:30-12:30pm open art
We will be holding open art sessions. These sessions will allow veterans to make art independently. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. You can see some of the art projects happening during classes at https://www.facebook.com/kymlocdesigns
Foundation Training
Wednesdays, 10-11am
We will be holding Foundation Training sessions every Wednesday. These sessions allow veterans to work on increasing strength, flexibility, and stability. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov.
Feldenkrais Method “Awareness through Movement”
Suspended until recreation hall reopens Fridays
The Feldenkrais Method is an educational system that uses movement to teach self awareness and improve your everyday function. Discover how these simple, gentle, movement explorations can make changes in the way you move, think, sense, and feel. Please contact Sheila Johnson for more information SHEILA.JOHNSON9@va.gov.
Bosque Off-Road Biking
Monday, July 9, Aug 13 9:30-11:30am, Second Monday of each month
National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4th St SW (side of lot by Bosque Trail)
Join us in experiencing the Albuquerque Bosque on two wheels. Try mountain biking through the heart of the city, with these 3-6 mile group rides. Bring water and dress appropriately for the weather. Helmets and mountain bikes will be available but please pre-register so we have them available. The June, Sept, Dec group will be for all abilities and bikes as we will be riding gravel and crusher fine paths. July, Aug, Oct., and Nov. rides will be single track rides with longer distances. Contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov or 366-2030.
Fly Fishing
Wednesday, July 11, 27, 2018 6-8pm
Fly fishing will be held in the Recreation Hall. No experience needed. Class on casting, fishing, and Fly Tying will be covered throughout the year. Project Healing Waters is organized locally by Dave Patton. For more information contact Cat Ivie or Dave Patton pattondj1@hotmail.com or 681-0835.
ASPNM Disabled Veterans Watersports Camps
August 3-5, 2018 Ute Lake (Please note if you are competing in the GAG you cannot attend this event)
Come and join us for a three-day event at Ute Lake State Park with activities including Sailing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboard, Waterskiing and Wakeboarding, Windsurfing, and Fishing. Arrive on Friday August 3rd. Camp Friday and Saturday. Watersports take place Saturday and Sunday. Depart Sunday afternoon. This is a free event to any Disabled Veteran. $50 fee for family members who want to join in on the watersports. Camping and Meals Included in Price.
To register click the link for event you want to attend at http://www.adaptivesportsprogram.org/events.html for more information please contact Jason Cline (505) 570-5710 - jcline@adaptivesportsprogram.org
Transportation available to and from the VA upon request with at least 3 weeks’ notice to Cat Ivie at Catherine.ivie@va.gov for the Elephant Butte camp only!
ASPNM Adaptive Climbing, Archery, Fishing Program
Saturday, Sept 22, 2018 10-2pm Cattle Call Wall in Jemez, NM free
To register for the Adaptive Climbing Program please go to http://www.adaptivesportsprogram.org/events.html
Transportation to and from the VA will be available. Must let Cat know you need transportation 3 weeks in advance.
Adaptive Cycling Group
Fridays 6pm at Tingley Beach
Rollin’ Chili Peppers Adaptive Cycling Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/1928321434116124/
OTHER PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY
Warriors on Cataract Rafting Trip
Moab, UT September 19-24, 2018
This year's All Female Warriors on Cataract whitewater trip for disabled veterans and TAPS will launch on September 20. Licensed Commercial Outfitter Sheri Griffith River Expeditions www.griffithexp.com will conduct the trip from Moab to Lake Powell on the Colorado River through Canyonlands National Park. We cover all expenses once you get to Moab.
You will need to be in Moab the afternoon of September 19 at the motel to get briefed, issued gear, fed, and put up for the night. This is a 4 night 5-day trip.
Attached is information on the trip, and a Risk Form and a Confidential Information Spreadsheet that are to be completed and sent back to me, before the end of July. The Confidential Information Spreadsheet is to ensure we are accommodating any and all special dietary and other needs.
Know that we can accommodate most any disability: wheel chairs, MST, certified service dogs (NPS does not allow comfort dogs), multiple amputees, severe PTS, TBI, and blindness. The more disabled, the more we'd like to have you on board.
For more detailed information contact Cat Ivie at Catherine.ivie@va.gov
Sled Hockey
Fridays, 6:15pm on ice at 6:45pm Outpost Arena 9530 Tramway Blvd NE
The New Mexico Blade Runners have Sled hockey practice at the Outpost Arena and has sleds to borrow for folks who want to try it out. Please plan to be there by 6:15PM so you have enough time to get ready and be on the ice by 6:45PM. For more information please contact Thomas East at tdeast4@gmail.com.
Wheelchair Basketball
Mondays 6pm, Mesa Verde Community Center, 7900 Marquette Ave NE. The Conquistadores have wheelchair basketball on Mondays at 6pm at Mesa Verde Community Center and on Saturdays at noon at different gyms. They do have extra chairs but are on a first-come first-serve basis but everybody's willing to share. If interested contact Sebastian Rael at spuds@nmwheelchairsports.com or call the team at 750-GOAL.
Adaptive Swimming Lessons
The JCC offers adaptive lessons modified for individuals with special needs. This class provides swimmers the opportunity to facilitate gross and fine motor skills in a gravity eliminated environment. This class will include skills such as safe entry and exit of the water, submersion, floating, and swimming technique. All Abilities Welcome! The Cost is 5 classes for $50.00 Classes are held in a temperature controlled therapy pool
Brought to you by the JCC of Greater Albuquerque and Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation Visit www.jccabq.org or call 332-0565 to register
5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque NM 87109 For more information contact Liz Reid, Swim Lessons Coordinator 348-4497, aquatics@jccabq.org.
*Pickleball
Wednesday, July 18, 2-4pm
Adaptive Pickleball happens in the Recreation Hall the usually the first Wednesday of every month 2-4pm. It also happens Tuesday/Thursday 9:15-11:00am and Saturday 12:30-2:50pm at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center, 501 Elizabeth St. SE. Pickleball is a sport sweeping the country. It is tennis, badminton, and table tennis all in one. For questions or more information contact Ray Padilla 505-271-4557 or rpadilla503272@comcast.net.
*Boccia Ball Training
Thursdays, July 5, 19, 2-4 pm all athletes
We will be hosting a Boccia ball practice/drop in sessions. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov.
*Shuffleboard Training
Thursdays, July 12, 26, 2-4pm all athletes
We will be hosting a shuffleboard practice sessions. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov.
*9 Ball
Sunday, July 8, 1-2:30pm
We will be hosting a 9 ball practice sessions. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov. Practice can also be done any time the recreation hall does not have formal activities happening throughout the week.
*Table Tennis Training
Sunday, July 8, 1-2:30pm
Practice can also be done any time the recreation hall does not have formal activities happening throughout the week.
*Air Rifle
Waiting on confirmation
Eldorado High School, 11300 Montgomery Blvd NE
This is an opportunity to practice your skills and a certified instructor will be available for instruction. Must RSVP to specific time as space is limited! You may only attend 1 training session on the same day.
If you are interested email Cat Ivie, Catherine.Ivie@va.gov. If you want to attend, an Adaptive Sport Consult or written signed note from your PCP giving you clearance once to participate must be signed by your doctor with a clear statement clearing you to participate in air rifle.
*Horseshoes
Monday, July 2, 23, 2018 1:30-2:30pm, Parade Grounds VA Campus (inside track)
Practice for horseshoes for the Golden Age Games at newly build horseshoe pits in the parade grounds. Practice can also be done any time the recreation hall is open throughout the week by checking out horseshoes.
Please RSVP if you plan on attending. For more information contact Cat Ivie, Catherine.ivie@va.gov
OTHER RECREATION PROGRAMS
Bicycling Community Picnic
Sunday, July 15 12:30pm Meet at Tingley Beach dirt lot
BikeABQ is having a Bicycling Community Picnic at Bike in Coffee. The VA will be having a group meet at Tingley Beach and ride to and from bike in coffee all cyclist welcome to join. VA recumbents available to use on first come first serve reservation. RSVP required. Please RSVP by July 5 to Catherine.ivie@va.gov
Art
Mondays starting June 11, 2-4pm Instructor led
Tuesdays, 2:30-4 pm Instructor led
Wednesdays, 11:30-12:30pm open art
We will be holding open art sessions. These sessions will allow veterans to make art independently. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. You can see some of the art projects happening during classes at https://www.facebook.com/kymlocdesigns
Foundation Training
Wednesdays, 10-11am
We will be holding Foundation Training sessions every Wednesday. These sessions allow veterans to work on increasing strength, flexibility, and stability. This will be based in the Recreation Hall. Please contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov.
Feldenkrais Method “Awareness through Movement”
Suspended until recreation hall reopens Fridays
The Feldenkrais Method is an educational system that uses movement to teach self awareness and improve your everyday function. Discover how these simple, gentle, movement explorations can make changes in the way you move, think, sense, and feel. Please contact Sheila Johnson for more information SHEILA.JOHNSON9@va.gov.
Bosque Off-Road Biking
Monday, July 9, Aug 13 9:30-11:30am, Second Monday of each month
National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4th St SW (side of lot by Bosque Trail)
Join us in experiencing the Albuquerque Bosque on two wheels. Try mountain biking through the heart of the city, with these 3-6 mile group rides. Bring water and dress appropriately for the weather. Helmets and mountain bikes will be available but please pre-register so we have them available. The June, Sept, Dec group will be for all abilities and bikes as we will be riding gravel and crusher fine paths. July, Aug, Oct., and Nov. rides will be single track rides with longer distances. Contact Cat Ivie for more information catherine.ivie@va.gov or 366-2030.
Fly Fishing
Wednesday, July 11, 27, 2018 6-8pm
Fly fishing will be held in the Recreation Hall. No experience needed. Class on casting, fishing, and Fly Tying will be covered throughout the year. Project Healing Waters is organized locally by Dave Patton. For more information contact Cat Ivie or Dave Patton pattondj1@hotmail.com or 681-0835.
ASPNM Disabled Veterans Watersports Camps
August 3-5, 2018 Ute Lake (Please note if you are competing in the GAG you cannot attend this event)
Come and join us for a three-day event at Ute Lake State Park with activities including Sailing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboard, Waterskiing and Wakeboarding, Windsurfing, and Fishing. Arrive on Friday August 3rd. Camp Friday and Saturday. Watersports take place Saturday and Sunday. Depart Sunday afternoon. This is a free event to any Disabled Veteran. $50 fee for family members who want to join in on the watersports. Camping and Meals Included in Price.
To register click the link for event you want to attend at http://www.adaptivesportsprogram.org/events.html for more information please contact Jason Cline (505) 570-5710 - jcline@adaptivesportsprogram.org
Transportation available to and from the VA upon request with at least 3 weeks’ notice to Cat Ivie at Catherine.ivie@va.gov for the Elephant Butte camp only!
ASPNM Adaptive Climbing, Archery, Fishing Program
Saturday, Sept 22, 2018 10-2pm Cattle Call Wall in Jemez, NM free
To register for the Adaptive Climbing Program please go to http://www.adaptivesportsprogram.org/events.html
Transportation to and from the VA will be available. Must let Cat know you need transportation 3 weeks in advance.
Adaptive Cycling Group
Fridays 6pm at Tingley Beach
Rollin’ Chili Peppers Adaptive Cycling Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/1928321434116124/
OTHER PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY
Warriors on Cataract Rafting Trip
Moab, UT September 19-24, 2018
This year's All Female Warriors on Cataract whitewater trip for disabled veterans and TAPS will launch on September 20. Licensed Commercial Outfitter Sheri Griffith River Expeditions www.griffithexp.com will conduct the trip from Moab to Lake Powell on the Colorado River through Canyonlands National Park. We cover all expenses once you get to Moab.
You will need to be in Moab the afternoon of September 19 at the motel to get briefed, issued gear, fed, and put up for the night. This is a 4 night 5-day trip.
Attached is information on the trip, and a Risk Form and a Confidential Information Spreadsheet that are to be completed and sent back to me, before the end of July. The Confidential Information Spreadsheet is to ensure we are accommodating any and all special dietary and other needs.
Know that we can accommodate most any disability: wheel chairs, MST, certified service dogs (NPS does not allow comfort dogs), multiple amputees, severe PTS, TBI, and blindness. The more disabled, the more we'd like to have you on board.
For more detailed information contact Cat Ivie at Catherine.ivie@va.gov
Sled Hockey
Fridays, 6:15pm on ice at 6:45pm Outpost Arena 9530 Tramway Blvd NE
The New Mexico Blade Runners have Sled hockey practice at the Outpost Arena and has sleds to borrow for folks who want to try it out. Please plan to be there by 6:15PM so you have enough time to get ready and be on the ice by 6:45PM. For more information please contact Thomas East at tdeast4@gmail.com.
Wheelchair Basketball
Mondays 6pm, Mesa Verde Community Center, 7900 Marquette Ave NE. The Conquistadores have wheelchair basketball on Mondays at 6pm at Mesa Verde Community Center and on Saturdays at noon at different gyms. They do have extra chairs but are on a first-come first-serve basis but everybody's willing to share. If interested contact Sebastian Rael at spuds@nmwheelchairsports.com or call the team at 750-GOAL.
Adaptive Swimming Lessons
The JCC offers adaptive lessons modified for individuals with special needs. This class provides swimmers the opportunity to facilitate gross and fine motor skills in a gravity eliminated environment. This class will include skills such as safe entry and exit of the water, submersion, floating, and swimming technique. All Abilities Welcome! The Cost is 5 classes for $50.00 Classes are held in a temperature controlled therapy pool
Brought to you by the JCC of Greater Albuquerque and Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation Visit www.jccabq.org or call 332-0565 to register
5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque NM 87109 For more information contact Liz Reid, Swim Lessons Coordinator 348-4497, aquatics@jccabq.org.
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