Tag: fitness

PC Resident Justine Kutlay Certified as a Personal Trainer

Jean Harris Congratulations to our very own PebbleCreek (PC) resident Justine Kutlay, who was recently awarded her Personal Trainer recertification! Justine has joined Robson as an independent contractor and is now offering personal training sessions at Eagle’s Nest and Tuscany Falls gyms. For anyone who has been thinking about starting an exercise program, is returning…

Thank You, Patti!

Sandy Clinton Patti Luccitti retired April 29 after 12 years of being our amazing fitness instructor. She will be missed by all her students in 20/20/20 and gentle cardio classes. During class, Patti focused on proper form to avoid injury and weight bearing exercise to improve our health and mobility. Her music included everything from Elvis…

Bunny Hop Run/Walk Brings Energy, Connection to Eagle’s Nest

John M. Shanebrook, Director, Fitness, Recreation and Wellness Spring arrived right on cue April 4, as residents laced up their shoes and gathered for the first annual Bunny Hop Run/Walk, hosted by the Fitness, Recreation, and Wellness Department (FRW). Set along the picturesque Robson Circle, the event offered more than just a chance to get…

AZ Flats Complete Metric Century Bike Ride!

Nancy McDonald It was a cloudy day at 7 a.m. on March 28 when the Arizona Flats of PebbleCreek started their 62-mile Metric Century and 31-mile Half Metric Century bicycle ride from the Tuscany Fitness Center (TFC). The group was anxious to get started before the sun came out from behind the clouds and the…

Hapkido Seminar on March 28

Michael Choe This seminar on March 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Tuscany Falls Fitness Studio, can help you learn injury prevention through martial arts. The benefit of the practice of Hapkido is that you will learn how to prevent injury because of bad balance when your muscles are getting weak. A…

General Manager’s Message

Bill Barnard As part of our Operations team’s ongoing commitment to maintaining and enhancing our amenities, several projects are scheduled throughout 2026. All of the projects are accounted for either in our annual budget or Long Range Plan. Many of these projects involve the replacement of existing assets that have reached the end of their…

Zumba Class in the Holiday Spirit

Pat Biancardi Zumba ladies got into the holiday spirit dancing “Zumba style” to Christmas music in December. Instructors Helen and Cindy spread the cheer to all who attended. You can catch their classes Monday through Saturday at the fitness studio. Check the PebbleCreek website and choose a class. You’re sure to enjoy yourself!

2 Your Health: Squats—The Ultimate Functional Strength Exercise

AzOPT Typically, knee arthritis (osteoarthritis or OA) is characterized by reduced articular cartilage on the femur and tibia bones that make up the knee, and can lead to increased bony formation. Inflammation is usually associated and present at the knee when this occurs. The good news is, strengthening, flexibility/stretching, and mobility training can greatly improve…

Meet John M. Shanebrook

John M. Shanebrook is a National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer and Director of Fitness, Recreation, and Wellness at PebbleCreek. Since joining the PebbleCreek HOA leadership team on March 3, 2025, I’ve spent the past five months immersed in the people, pace, and culture of this exceptional community—working closely with the Fitness, Recreation,…