Get Fit in 2019 with the Parks and Recreation Dept.

Are you looking to get fitter, healthier and have a great 2019? Sign up today for the Parks and Recreation Department’s fitness programs. Keep your fitness resolutions this year while getting motivated and having fun. For More information and to register, visit- www.suffieldrec.com Don’t delay, please register today. Registration deadlines are approaching!

Wishing you and your family a very Healthy, happy and productive 2019.

Written by: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Special Programs Coordinator-Suffield Parks and Recreation Department

How to Get Healthy in the New Year Workshop- NEW - FREE

Are you looking to start the New Year right and find the perfect balance between your workouts and eating habits? Have you been exercising and but not getting the results you had hoped for or want to take your fitness to the next level? Join us for this free informative workshop and demo and find out how to balance a good exercise program with healthy, nutrient dense food choices. Once you balance exercising with eating the very best foods you can, you will begin to see the results you are after. This is not about products, potions, pills or pyramid schemes. It is about making a commitment to not only fitness but choosing the best foods at the right times and in the right amounts. Learn some basic exercise techniques and learn what you can do to stay healthy, active and fit and take charge of 2019. Participants will also learn more about the new lunchtime New Year-New Fit You class that begins on Monday, January 7.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer, ISTA.

Registration closes on Monday, December 31 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum

capacity. Limited enrollment

Date: January 3

Day: Thursday

Time: 12:05 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.

Ages: All Ages

Location: Suffield Town Hall (Lower Level Meeting Room)

Fee: FREE (must pre-register)

Lunchtime Walkers/Runners and Snowshoers - FREE

Get in shape this winter and keep your Fitness Resolutions this year. Let’s enjoy the brisk winter weather, get motivated and go on a lunch time walk/jog or snowshoe session depending on the weather. All levels and abilities welcome. We will go over warming up, fitness walking and have a fun time getting you re-energized for the rest of the day. The program will run rain, snow or shine so please bring proper winter gear. Even if you can only walk for a half hour, you are encouraged to join the group.

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Meet at the Middle School Track (if there is too much snow/ice on the track we will walk behind the McAlister and Middle School).

Ages: All ages

Fee: FREE (must pre-register)

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 2 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Limited enrollment.

New Year-New Fit You - NEW

Looking for a fun class that offers great motivation to help you get fit in the New Year? This lunch time strengthening class will focus on toning and building lean muscle. No experience necessary as Instructor will accommodate and modify to suit all of your individual needs and fitness levels. Come learn about your muscles, mechanics and improve even further on your strength and cardio. Take a break from the sedentary workday and join us. This class offers a great way to get in shape in the New Year with great motivation while having fun! We will also discuss healthy nutrition and lifestyle as a core component of this class.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer, ISTA. teamjtraining.com

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 2 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 7, 14, 28, Feb. 4, 11 (no class on Jan. 21)

Day: Monday

Time: 12:05 p.m-12:50 p.m.

Ages: Adults

Location: Suffield Town Hall Conference Room

Fee: $40.00

Lunchtime Yoga

Enjoy all the benefits of Yoga as we practice and enjoy a healthy de-stressing lunch time. Vinyasa flow style of yoga is empowering, edgy, creative and athletic for any level. We will use specific sequences to create a practice that is challenging and healing for everyone. This class will help you clear your mind of everyday thoughts. Practicing yoga creates a satisfying and rewarding feeling of achievement. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and bring a water bottle and a Yoga Mat.

Instructor: Amy Manning

Registration closes on Friday, December 28 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6

Day: Wednesday

Time: 12:10 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.

Location: Town Hall-Lower Level Meeting Room

Ages 18 and up

Fee: $45.00

Boxilates - NEW

Get your body back in amazing shape in this super fun and super effective class. This exercise program consists of a combination of both kickboxing and Mat Pilates, which will help

give you a strong core well as a complete cardiovascular workout. The stronger your core

the stronger your kicks and punches. In reality, you will not only strengthen your core you will

get your cardio in as well as learn self-defense move. This is the perfect combo to add to your workout routine.

Instructor: Lisa Jordan / Owner of Superior Fitness.

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 2 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11

Days: Mondays

Time: 6:30 - 7:15pm

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Superior Fitness, 880 Burbank Ave. Suffield

Fee: $ 55.00

Gliding Full Body - NEW

This 45 minute super-efficient low impact class lets you use your entire body for a strength and

conditioning workout while using mini gliders that glide over carpet at your feet. Hand weights

are also used for upper body. This class offers a great workout to kick start a full body workout

and keep you motivated all class long. All fitness levels are welcome.

Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Owner of Superior Fitness.

Registration closes on Wednesday, December 26 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7,

Days: Thursdays

Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Superior Fitness 880 Burbank Ave, Suffield

Fee: $55.00

Adult CrossFit - Sessions 1 & 2 - Beginner

CrossFit is a fitness program that is, by design, broad, general and inclusive. So there is no "gym intimidation" factor when trying this program. You will exercise at your own level under the supervision of Land Warrior CrossFit's experienced and professional staff. They will instruct you on how to do the exercises, so there is no apprehension about doing it the right way. If you are interested in Session 2 or if Session 1 dates do not work for you, you must register for Session 2 separately.

Instructor: Land Warrior CrossFit Staff

Dates: February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, March 5, 7, 12,14, for Session 1.

Dates: March19, 21, 26, 28, April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, for Session 2.

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Time: 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Land Warrior CrossFit, 110 Fflyer Place, Suffield

Fee: $85.00

Registration closes on Monday, January 28 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity for Sess.1.

Registration closes on Monday, March 11 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity for Sess. 2.

Don't delay and please register today. Many deadlines are approaching this week!

For more info. or to register please visit- www.suffieldrec.com