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Stuck in the sun,
Old teen driving
yet having fun
laws out the
by Sharon Schnakenburg window
The broiling Arizona summer
is in full swing, and soaring fuel
by Natalie Morris
prices make fl ying or driving to
Southern Chandler teens now face additional
faraway destinations unrealistic
restrictions on their driving privileges due to HB2033,
for some Southern Chandler
a new state law passed recently by the Arizona
residents. But those looking
legislature and effective immediately.
for vacation getaways – or even
just fun one-day excursions and
indoor places – need look no
further than their own backyard.
“Summertime is a great time
to enjoy the Valley, and in most
cases at a great value,” says
Margie Emmermann, Arizona
Offi ce of Tourism director.
“Sure, there may not be
as many outdoor fairs and
festivals as there are during
the other seasons, but
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there is still a huge variety
CCOOL FUN: Children can paint pictures,
BEHIND THE WHEEL: Duncan Lang, 16, a junior at Basha High, is
of activities and events mmake masks and have fun in the cool
now driving with his learner’s permit. His parents, Ron and Kellie
available to experience.”
iindoors of the Arizona Museum for n
Lang of Sun Groves, have chosen to wait until he’s 17 to get his
YYouth in nearby Mesa.
driver’s license.
Hotels are one source of
local summertime values,
According to the new law, minors holding a Class
she says. aand beverage credit of $100 daily,
G license may drive with only one passenger younger
“From now until aand the Scottsdale Mondrian offers
than 18 during the fi rst six months they have a
September, resorts offer greatly reduced tly reduced aa “Rates for Locals” package starting at $95 “Rates f
license. In addition, such new license holders may
rates – some several hundred dollars less pper night. e
not drive at all between midnight and 5 a.m. without
than high-season rates. So for those of us The Pointe South Mountain Resort is
the written permission of a parent. Both restrictions
who can’t afford to stay at a fi ve-diamond aanother family friendly option, offeringn
are lifted if the driver is accompanied by a parent.
resort during peak season, summer is itits Splashdown package at $179 per night, s
A second aspect of the new law enables teens to
our chance to vacation like the rich and iincluding a $50 daily credit on food and n
receive a learners’ permit one month earlier than
famous,” Emmermann explains. bebeverage, and access to the resort’s Oasis
previously allowed, but increases the instructional
For starters, the Crowne Plaza San WWaterpark. Other Pointe summer packages
permit term from fi ve months to six. Permit drivers
Marcos Golf Resort has a Family Fun iinclude the Ultimate Golf Getaway, starting n
must also have double the number of night driving
Summer package for $89 per night including Dive-In ng Dive-In atat $169 per night, and the romantic An Occasion to $169 pe
hours previously required before applying for a
Movies, bingo and kids’ cooking classes. The Fairmont Remember, starting at $219 per night and including
license.
Scottsdale Princess features a similar “Dive In Days”
deal starting at $249 per night, which includes a food
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S. Chandler doc
Fitness Forum
goes for a ride
celebrates 11 years
Eleven years in business is certainly worth a
A seven-day, 600-mile bicycle ride from San Francisco to San
celebration, but the owners of Fitness Forum aren’t
Diego is on the agenda for Dr. Brett Saks, a resident of Reserve at
resting on their laurels.
Redwood Estates. In October, he will be one of only 100 participants
The family-operated gym on the northwest
nationwide to participate in the 2nd Annual QUALCOMM Million
corner of Dobson and Chandler Boulevard recently
Dollar Challenge.
added numerous group exercise programs to fi ll
The event raises funds
the needs of moms and others who want a more
for the Challenged Athletes
fun workout. The latest addition is “Zumba,” a
Foundation. Each rider has
fusion of dance and fi tness wrapped around a party
pledged to raise $10,000
setting with Latin and international rhythms.
toward the event’s overall
“This workout class maximizes on burning the
goal of $1 million. Saks, a
fat off while being a lot of fun,” says Southern
chiropractic physician with
Chandler owner Jill Deutsch.
offi ces in Gilbert, has already
Fitness Forum has been on a steady growth path
raised his funds through a
for years, according to Deutsch. Jill and husband
corporate sponsorship.
Michael credit Fitness Forum’s success to their
For more info about
low-key management style and catering to the
the Challenge, visit www.
needs of families and singles alike.
challengedathletes.org. For
“We have found our niche and kept working at
more info about Saks, visit
it,” says Jill. “Unlike the bigger gyms and fi tness
www.holistic-physician.com.
centers, we are smaller and more fun.”
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For more info on Zumba or Fitness Forum, call
STSN photo by Shannon Lista
MILES TO GO: Southern Chandler
480-812-0200.
chiropractor Brett Saks prepares for a
STEP LIVELY: Zumba instructor Melinda Mills-Walkey
600-mile bicycle adventure in California.
gets her class moving at Fitness Forum.
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