Health & Fitness
Resolve To Get Fit This New Year!
Make a Commitment To Get Fit and Feel Great in 2013!
Every year you make a promise to yourself that this will be the year! This will be the year that you get fit, lose weight and be healthy. For the first few days or maybe even weeks of the New Year you start on the right path but soon enough with the everyday pressures of life your old habits start to come back and you get out of your healthy living routine before you know it.
2013 is upon us and the New Year offers us a chance to start fresh. The best way to stick to your fitness and health goals is by making a commitment and making sure to set time aside for yourself so you can follow through each day. One of the best ways to really make that commitment work is by participating in a great class or program with others to achieve your goal.
The Suffield Parks and Recreation Department is offering a variety of new fitness programs that will help you stay on track. Sign up today and make 2013 be your best year yet! See below for our fitness classes. For a full listing of programs visit-http://www.suffieldtownhall.com/content/143/3839/default.aspx
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Will You Be The Biggest Loser?"
Day: Saturday
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Dates: January 5 (Challenge starts - January - and ends March 30)
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Unique Fitness Studio - 157 Mountain Road, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $30.00
Non Res: $35.00
Instructor: Sarah Supino/ Unique Fitness Certified Staff
Description: Initial measurements (weight, body composition, and circumference) are scheduled for January 5 at 10:00 a.m. If you can not make this date, please make an appointment with Unique Fitness Staff to get this done before the start date of January 6th! During the 12 weeks there will be weekly weigh-ins, weekly physical (members only) and nutrition challenges, and weekly fit tips. Measurements will be taken again at the 6 week mark and then final measurements will be taken on the last (12th) week of the challenge to determine who is the "Biggest Loser". Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Sunday Fun Day Workout
Day: Sunday
Dates: January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10
Time: 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
Location: Unique Fitness Studio - 157 Mountain Road, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non Res: $65.00
Instructor: Sarah Supino/ Unique Fitness Certified Staff
Description: High energy, muscle conditioning class that tones and strengthens your entire body. The class will incorporate the use of dumbbells, exercise balls, and many body weight movements. The class will include a constant pace with high repetitions, to maintain a healthy heart rate. Take a Sunday stroll down to Unique Fitness to start your week off on the right foot! Limited enrollment.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
"Power Yoga"
Day: Monday
Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
Time: 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
Location: Unique Fitness Studio - 157 Mountain Road, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $60.00
Non Res: $70.00
Instructor: Christine Seymour/ Unique Fitness Certified Staff
Description: Power Yoga is a style of yoga that focuses on core strength, balance and flow. It is a faster Vinyasa style where poses flow into one another. The class is challenging, playful, athletic, and set to upbeat music to encourage and inspire yogi's and those who would like to experience the fitness benefits of a Power Yoga workout. Limited enrollment.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Men’s Recreational Basketball
Day: Monday
Dates: January 7, 14, 28, Feb. 4, 11, (February 25 & March 4 at High School gym).
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Suffield Middle School Gym or High School Gym
Fee: $20.00. (waiver must be signed at gym each night)
Instructor: Gym Monitor
Description: Recreational basketball for men 18 yrs. and older. Participants should bring their own basketball. Limited enrollment. Registration deadline Wednesday, January 2 and/or when program is full.
Stretch and Flex (Mondays)
Day: Monday
Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
Time: 7:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue-Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $35.00
Non-Res: $45.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Corrective exercises using the foam roller to alleviate muscle and joint pain. Increase core strength. Everyday movement is easier while staying injury free during other exercise routines or your favorite sport. Limited enrollment.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Stretch and Flex (Thursdays)
Day: Thursday
Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14
Time: 7:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $35.00
Non-Res: $45.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Corrective exercises using the foam roller to alleviate muscle and joint pain. Increase core strength. Everyday movement is easier while staying injury free during other exercise routines or your favorite sport. Limited enrollment.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Circuit Training (Mondays)
Day: Monday
Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non-Res: $65.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Full body strength and conditioning class for all levels. Class will consist of 8 - 10 stations each hosting a different strength or cardio based exercise. Free weights, tubing, medicine balls, rowing machine and much more will be used in this class. Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Circuit Training (Thursdays)
Day: Thursday
Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14
Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non-Res: $65.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Full body strength and conditioning class for all levels. Class will consist of 8 - 10 stations each hosting a different strength or cardio based exercise. Free weights, tubing, medicine balls, rowing machine and much more will be used in this class. Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Jump & Jab Plus (Tuesdays)
Day: Tuesday
Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12
Time: 5:30 - 6:15 a.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non-Res: $65.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Cardio kickboxing and full upper body strength training routine for all levels. Resistance tubing and light free weights will be used. Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Jump & Jab Plus (Thursdays)
Day: Thursday
Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14
Time: 5:30 - 6:15 a.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non-Res: $65.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Cardio kickboxing and full upper body strength training routine for all levels. Resistance tubing and light free weights will be used. Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Winter Walkers and Snowshoers!
Day: Tuesday
Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the McAlister School Track
Fee: Free
Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki –AFFA certified group exercise instructor
Description: Get in shape for spring! Did you know you should be walking 10,000 steps a day? Let’s enjoy the beautiful winter weather, get motivated and go on a lunch time walk. All levels and abilities welcome. We will go over warming up, fitness walking and have a fun afternoon! We will walk rain, snow or shine so please bring proper gear and bundle up!! If you are a snowshoer and conditions are right, please bring snowshoes! Even if you only have a half hour at lunch, come and get some exercise! PRIZES will be given for the most dedicated walkers!! Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Monday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Power Intervals
Day: Saturday
Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16
Time: 8:00 - 8:45 a.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue, Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non-Res: $65.00
Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Combo of Jump & Jab and resistance training. In this class you will move between upper, lower, abs, cardio based exercises every 60 - 90 seconds. Free weights, tubing, Pilates machine, rowing machine, fitness circle and more to be used in this one of a kind class. Limited enrollment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
Kripalu Yoga
Day: Saturday
Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16
Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Superior Fitness of Suffield, 880 Burbank Avenue-Suffield
Ages: 18 and older
Fee: $55.00
Non-Res: $65.00
Instructor: Mary Callander/Superior Fitness Owner/Certified Trainer
Description: Learn balance, control, flexibility and strength. You will be guided through a series of postures that encourages concentration, inner stillness, perseverance and patience. All which will benefit the mind, overall health and well-being.
Limited enrollment. Registration deadline Wednesday, January 2 and/or when the program is full.
