Torrance Parks and Recreation

Youth Football Drills Todays workout is focusing on improving footwork and swiftness with these easy-to-learn football agility ladder drills. Having fast feet can be a foundation for success on the football field. Proper footwork can help boost your speed and agility. It can also impact everything from changing direction to blocking and tackling. A good way to work on your footwork is by adding an agility ladder to your workouts. Here are five drills to work on at home: ...Drill 1: High Knees Drill 2: Ickey Shuffle Drill 3: Toe Tap From the Side Drill 4: Toe Shuffle In and Out Drill 5: Hopscotch These drills should be practiced for 30 minutes 3 times a week. Remember to stretch and warm up before any workout routine.

Halloween is almost here and will definitely be a bit different this year as we stay safe. Put your carving and decorating skills to the challenge! We want to see your skills and creativity shine through your scary, funny or crazy creations with a pumpkin. + PRO TIP - Put Vaseline along the edges of your freshly carved pumpkin to slow down the drying/molding process!... DM or tag us in your Pumpkin Carving Photo Challenge and we will add it to our story. #TorranceRecreation #TorranceCA #TorranceCares #TorranceSaferAtHome #SpiritChallenge #CountdowntoHalloween #QuarantineHalloween #halloweenseason #fallseason #PumpkinCarving

On this Wellness Wednesday we have Roxy back to teach us a breathing exercise. This 5 minute Box Breathing exercise is a simple yet powerful relaxation technique that aims to return breathing to its normal rhythm. This breathing exercise may help to clear the mind, relax the body, and improve focus. The technique is easy to do, quick to learn, and can be a highly effective for people in stressful situations.

DRIVE-IN MOVIE EVENT We will be transforming the parking lot at Wilson Park into a drive-in movie theatre on Friday, October 30 for a special viewing of The Nightmare Before Christmas. The event will begin at 7:00pm. The fee is $20 per car and pre-registration is required. Space is limited. For information on how to register, please visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/ClassRegistration.... To view the attached program flyers go to: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showdocument?id=61880

YOU'VE BEEN BOOED! Booing is a fun Halloween tradition in which neighbors secretly leave baskets/bags of Halloween goodies on each other’s doorsteps in the weeks leading up to Halloween. It’s a really great way to spread kindness and Halloween spirit throughout your neighborhood and community! Once you’ve been booed, you hang a the Booed sign on your front door, to let everyone know you’ve gotten your Halloween surprise. But there’s more! Booing is a pay-it-forward game: O...nce you are booed, it’s your turn to choose two neighbors and deliver treats to their house and share some cheer. It’s anonymously. Of course! Some fun things to include in a Halloween Boo basket/bag are: Halloween Books Halloween Craft Kits Halloween Novelty Toys Halloween Baking Supplies Halloween Decorations Donuts or Baked Goods Bottle of Wine (for neighbors without kids) Halloween Candy For a printable You’ve Been Booed sign and directions go to: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showdocument?id=61956 #TorranceRecreation #TorranceCA #TorranceCares #TorranceSaferAtHome #SpiritChallenge #CountdowntoHalloween #QuarantineHalloween #halloweenseason #youvebeenbooed

AFTER SCHOOL IN THE PARKS is back! Join us at Greenwood Park to let loose, get creative and have fun outside. Protocols and guidelines including social distancing are in place to ensure the health of all our participants. Kids in first through fifth grades can join us at Greenwood Park for some fun Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. The next session begins Tuesday, October 13. The three week session is $207 for Torrance residents and $227 for non-residents. T...here is a limit of 10 kids per room. Participants and staff are required to wear a cloth face covering. All registration is online at https://www.torranceca.gov/o/cultural-services/registration For more information, please call (310) 618-2720 or visit www.TorranceCA.gov/AfterSchool

Happy Wellness Wednesday! Join Sharmone La Rose for a 30 minute Chair Fusion Yoga Session. This session is a blend of chair and standing poses with modifications offered. It brings breath, movement, flexibility, and strength into your body with amazing results in just a few classes. Chair Fusion is not only for the seasoned soul but it’s great for anyone recovering from an injury, those who can’t get all the way down onto the ground and anyone who wants to try out a new styl...e of class! We encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and sit down in a chair! . #TorranceRecreation #TorranceCA #TorranceCares #TorranceSaferAtHome #TorranceWorkoutWednesday #TorranceWellnessWednesday #yoga #chairyoga #chairfusion

Highlights from Thursday nights Adult Hitting League! For more information go to: https://www.torranceca.gov/our-city/recreation/adult-sports

How are you decorating for fall? It doesn't have to be this year! Pull out your decorations and get into the spirit, dress up your home and participate in our Fall/Halloween Decorating Photo Challenge. Show us your decorated homes, yards or porches. Submit a photo and we will add it to our story. DM or tag us in your Fall/Halloween Spirit Challenge. ... #TorranceRecreation #TorranceCA #TorranceCares #TorranceSaferAtHome #SpiritChallenge #CountdowntoHalloween #QuarantineHalloween #halloweenseason #fallseason See more

Reopening Notice! In accordance with COVID-19 guidelines from the state on outdoor playgrounds and fitness equipment, Torrance will reopen effective today, Friday, October 2. Due to the ongoing spread of COVID-19 in our communities, please follow these simple steps to help keep our outdoor playgrounds safe, open and fun.... Face masks over the mouth and nose are required for everyone 2 years of age or older with caregiver supervision at all times to ensure face mask use. Do not use a playground when different households are unable to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet or when the capacity limit has been reached. Caregivers must monitor to keep adults and children from different households at least 6 feet apart. Consider coming on different times or days to avoid wait times and potential crowded times. No eating or drinking in playgrounds to ensure face masks are worn at all times. Wash or sanitize hands before and after using playgrounds. Elderly and persons with underlying medical conditions should avoid playgrounds when others are present. Limit visit to 30 minutes when others are present. Signage will be posted with COVID-19 protocols at every playground. With 30 playgrounds across the City, it may take some time to post the appropriate signage, take down any tape or fencing, and making sure all equipment is ready to be used. We would like to thank the community for its patience as we start reopening the parks throughout the day. For the most up to date information visit www.TorranceCA.Gov/COVID19

It's Workout Wednesday! This week we have more volleyball drills. Youth Volleyball Drills #2 Coach Chase and Coach Chris will show you 5 drills that will improve your spiking and serving if you put in the time. Work on these drills for 30-45 minutes 3 times a week and you will see a difference in your game.... 1. Stationary Spiking Drill 2. Rapid Spiking Drill 3. A Pass, Set, Spiking Drill 4. Overhand Serving Drill 5. Bonus Blocking Drill Perform each drill for 30-45 seconds. Complete 2-4 rounds with a 60-90 seconds rest between rounds.

The Home Improvement Program (HIP) built this ramp for a resident that recently broke their leg. HIP is a free program in which Disabled Individuals and Senior Citizens can have a variety of home improvement services completed provided they meet certain criteria and are Torrance residents. Services provided through HIP include: Disability upgrades for the home, light plumbing, yard services, paint and minor home repairs.... FOR MORE INFORMATION go to Website https://www.torranceca.gov/services/home-improvement-program

Fall is here! Leaves , pumpkins and more! The Torrance Recreation Division is ready to kick off Fall Festivities. October 5 31 we will have new weekly safer at home challenges for residents to participate in to help everyone get into the spirit. We look forward to all your submissions. #TorranceRecreation #TorranceCA #TorranceCares #TorranceSaferAtHome