Go for the Goals: New Year, New You Checklist
It’s not too late if you’ve yet to make your new year’s resolutions. Here are 10 goals to set your sights on—all with a local recommendation to help jump-start your journey.
MAKE MUSIC
No matter your age, picking up and learning how to play an instrument is a great way to challenge your brain, be creative, and boost your sense of self and overall well-being.
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Bach to Rock, 82 Clarksville Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-265-2600, bachtorock.com/folsom
EARN YOUR GREEN THUMB
Plants and flowers bring peace and calm into your yard (or home), so invite that same peace and calm into your life by taking a workshop in things like “Floral 101” or “Kokedama Design.”
Bach to Rock, 82 Clarksville Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-265-2600, bachtorock.com/folsom
Plants and flowers bring peace and calm
EARN YOUR GREEN THUMB
Plants and flowers bring peace and calm into your yard (or home), so invite that same peace and calm into your life by taking a workshop in things like “Floral 101” or “Kokedama Design.”
Learn Here
The Artisan Greenhouse, 702 Sutter Street, Suite D, Folsom, 916-790-8696, theartisangreenhouse.com
BECOME A WINEMAKER
We live in an area ripe with wineries, but you don’t have to own a vineyard to make your own. Consult with experts on how to blend the perfect bottle for your precise palate.
The Artisan Greenhouse, 702 Sutter Street, Suite D, Folsom, 916-790-8696, theartisangreenhouse.com
Consult with experts on how to blend the perfect bottle
BECOME A WINEMAKER
We live in an area ripe with wineries, but you don’t have to own a vineyard to make your own. Consult with experts on how to blend the perfect bottle for your precise palate.
Learn Here
Willamette Wineworks, 824 Sutter Street, Suite 200, Folsom, 916-542-7417, willamettewineworks.com
MAKE A SPLASH
It’s never too late to learn how to swim or better your backstroke and butterfly—not to mention how important water safety is. Get a few lessons under your belt before summer comes and you start hitting the water.
Willamette Wineworks, 824 Sutter Street, Suite 200, Folsom, 916-542-7417, willamettewineworks.com
MAKE A SPLASH
It’s never too late to learn how to swim or better your backstroke and butterfly—not to mention how important water safety is. Get a few lessons under your belt before summer comes and you start hitting the water.
Learn Here
Steve Wallen Swim School, 1230 Glenhaven Court, Suite 100, El Dorado Hills, 916-939-7075; 10608 Industrial Avenue, Suite 150, Roseville, 916-794-7977, wallenswim.com
GET YOUR GUARD UP
No matter your strength, learning self-defense provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to fight off unwanted attacks. Plus it imparts important values and principles, such as hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
Steve Wallen Swim School, 1230 Glenhaven Court, Suite 100, El Dorado Hills, 916-939-7075; 10608 Industrial Avenue, Suite 150, Roseville, 916-794-7977, wallenswim.com
...it imparts important values and principles, such as hard work, dedication, and perseverance
GET YOUR GUARD UP
No matter your strength, learning self-defense provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to fight off unwanted attacks. Plus it imparts important values and principles, such as hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
Learn Here
THE STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness, 8200 Sierra College Boulevard, Suite D, Roseville, 916-258-5425, trainatthestudio.com
TAKE FLIGHT
A goal not for the faint of heart but for those looking for a bit of a thrill, flying teaches attention to detail and critical thinking and is available to all skill levels.
THE STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness, 8200 Sierra College Boulevard, Suite D, Roseville, 916-258-5425, trainatthestudio.com
TAKE FLIGHT
A goal not for the faint of heart but for those looking for a bit of a thrill, flying teaches attention to detail and critical thinking and is available to all skill levels.
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Adventure Flight, 1878 Flightline Drive, Lincoln, 866-644-4072, adventureflight.net
SAY YES TO YOGA
If your life is constantly on speed dial, it may be the prime time to press pause and pull out your mat. Yoga is an excellent exercise for calming your mind, building strength, and literally learning how to “go with the flow.”
Adventure Flight, 1878 Flightline Drive, Lincoln, 866-644-4072, adventureflight.net
It may be the prime time to press pause and pull out your mat
SAY YES TO YOGA
If your life is constantly on speed dial, it may be the prime time to press pause and pull out your mat. Yoga is an excellent exercise for calming your mind, building strength, and literally learning how to “go with the flow.”
Learn Here
Serenity Spa | Soul Yoga, 350 Palladio Parkway, Suite 1975, Folsom, 916-542-7363; 3984 Douglas Boulevard, Suite 150, Roseville, 916-797-8550, serenityspaonline.com
COOK UP A STORM
Whether you need to start from scratch with the basics or hone your skills, there's always something to learn in a cooking class. It may be a new-to-you technique or dish, but either way, your loved ones will surely thank you.
Serenity Spa | Soul Yoga, 350 Palladio Parkway, Suite 1975, Folsom, 916-542-7363; 3984 Douglas Boulevard, Suite 150, Roseville, 916-797-8550, serenityspaonline.com
COOK UP A STORM
Whether you need to start from scratch with the basics or hone your skills, there's always something to learn in a cooking class. It may be a new-to-you technique or dish, but either way, your loved ones will surely thank you.
Learn Here
Murer House & Learning Center, 1125 Joe Murer Court, Folsom, 916-413-9231, murerhouse.org
LET’S DANCE
Regardless if you want to learn for fun or a special occasion, dancing—whether solo, with friends, or a partner—teaches you a variety of skills and brings plenty of joy and laughter.
Murer House & Learning Center, 1125 Joe Murer Court, Folsom, 916-413-9231, murerhouse.org
LET’S DANCE
Regardless if you want to learn for fun or a special occasion, dancing—whether solo, with friends, or a partner—teaches you a variety of skills and brings plenty of joy and laughter.
Learn Here
Arthur Murray Dance Centers, 220 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-895-5600, arthurmurrayfolsom.com; 4770 Rocklin Road, Rocklin, 916-655-7733, arthurmurrayrocklin.com
A HEART FOR ART
With a variety of mediums, taking up art offers ample options for you to explore. Whichever you choose—watercolor, photography, ceramics—make sure to think outside the box and put your own stamp on it.
Arthur Murray Dance Centers, 220 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-895-5600, arthurmurrayfolsom.com; 4770 Rocklin Road, Rocklin, 916-655-7733, arthurmurrayrocklin.com
A HEART FOR ART
With a variety of mediums, taking up art offers ample options for you to explore. Whichever you choose—watercolor, photography, ceramics—make sure to think outside the box and put your own stamp on it.
Learn Here
Placerville Arts Association, locations vary, placervillearts.com
Placerville Arts Association, locations vary, placervillearts.com
by Emily Peter-Corey
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