Get Fit and have fun this Fall with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department! Don't Delay-Register Today!

Get Fit and have fun this Fall with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department!

For a full listing of programs for the entire family and to register please visit- www.suffieldrec.com

Hurry deadlines are approaching soon. Don’t delay-Register today!

Adult

“Lunchtime Yoga” (New)

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 Goodwin

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15

Day: Wednesday

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

Location: Town Hall-Lower Level Meeting Room

Ages 18 and up

Fee: $45.00

“Lean at Lunchtime” New

This new lunch time fun, affordable fitness class will focus on toning and building lean muscle. No experience necessary as certified Personal Trainer Joseph Hicks will accommodate and modify to suit all of your individual needs and fitness levels. Take a break from the sedentary work day and join us on a healthy fitness journey.

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

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20

Day: Monday

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

Ages: Adults

Location: Suffield Town Hall Conference Room

Fee: $45.00

Better Your Body with Boxilates!

This fun fit - kit class will consist of a combination of both kickboxing and Mat Pilates. This fused class will help give you a strong core as 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 learning self-defense moves! This class is great for all fitness levels and will help you achieve your fitness goals in a welcoming environment.

Instructor : Lisa Jordan / Owner of Superior Fitness.

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity.

Dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30 (No class on Thursday, November 23)

Day: Thursday

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

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Superior Fitness, 880 Burbank Ave. Suffield

Fee: $ 55.00

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

Lunchtime Walkers (FREE)

Get in shape this fall and join a fun group of walkers! Did you know you should be walking 10,000 steps a day? Let’s enjoy the beautiful fall 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 time getting you re-energized for the rest of the day! We will walk rain or shine so please bring proper gear. Even if you can only walk for a half hour, you are encouraged to join the group! Prizes will be awarded to the most dedicated walkers!! All ages and levels are welcome-our class consists of all groups including seniors, college students, and new parents with strollers and workers looking to get fit during their lunch hour!

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration closes on Monday, October 9 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: October 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14

Day: Tuesday

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

Ages: All ages

Location: Meet at the Middle School Track

Fee: Free (Must Pre-register)

Friends and Family Bowling Nights!

Real fun – real value!!! Get your friends together for some real fun this fall. This is a program for all ages and each week participants will bowl three games. Every “New” bowler that joins will receive a white dot bowling ball! Shoe rental not included.

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment. You must pre-register and pre-pay before the deadline.

Dates: October 17, 24, November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12 (No program on October 31)

Day: Tuesday

Time: 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Location: Bradley Bowl, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Ages: All ages

Fee: $80.00 (shoe rental not included but a FREE White Dot Bowling Ball is included for all NEW bowlers to this program!)

New York City on Your Own - Saturday, December 2

The cost is $45.00 per person and includes:

• Round trip bus transportation Departs: Middle School Parking Lot at 7:30 a.m.
• Taxes Departs: New York City at 7:00 p.m.

Meals are on your own. Registration closes on Tuesday, November 14 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Inclusive programs

These programs foster friendships, socialization, promote community involvement and independence. This group enjoys educational presentations, fitness activities, crafting classes, games and evening trips that are inclusive. Many fun outings throughout the year are held. The program is for high school students through adult. Enrollment is on a first come first paid basis. Volunteers are always welcome. If you wish to join the group and receive notifications of upcoming events you must pre-register. Please contact Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Special Programs Coordinator at (860)-668-3862

Bowling Buddies and Outing Group

Enjoy a great evening of bowling and meeting new friends. Get some exercise and have some fun! This is for high school students through adults. Volunteer special partners, coaches and helpers are always needed and welcome! Many trips and event nights are held throughout the year!

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration deadline is ongoing.

Dates: ongoing until May 2018

Day: Tuesday

Time: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Age: High School students through adult

Location: Bradley Bowl, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Fee: $11.00-for three games and shoe rental, paid directly at Bowling alley (you must pre-register for this program)

Bowling Buddies JR. (New)

Enjoy a great evening of bowling and meeting new friends. Bowling Buddies JR is for any child with special needs in grades 2-9. Each buddy will bowl one string and enjoy pizza and refreshments.

Facilitators: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Special Programs Coordinator-Suffield Parks and Recreation Department, Sue Davis and Jill Caron-Foundation for Exceptional Children of Suffield Founders

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 10, and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: October 24, November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5 (No Bowling on October 31st.)

Day: Tuesday

Time: 5:30-7:00pm

Age: Grades 2-9

Location: Bradley Bowl, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Fee: FREE-A maximum of 16 special needs children will be sponsored fully by the Foundation for Exceptional Children of Suffield. Children will also receive a free t-shirt! Enrollment is on a first come first registered basis. Parent volunteers and Special Partner helpers are needed in order for this program to be successful. Enrollment maximum is 16 children. Please register at www.suffieldrec.com

Upcoming Youth Programs

Halloween and Fall Crafters!

Children will have a fun afternoon expressing their creativity while making a variety of quality fall and “spooky Halloween craft projects and treats. Please have your child bring or wear an old T-shirt/clothes to class. A small snack will be provided. Please indicate if your child has any food allergies.

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Date: October 11

Day: Wednesday

Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Grades: 1 - 5

Fee: $12.00

Non-Res: $17.00

Registration closes on Monday, October 9 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Penguins and Polar Bears - ART-ventures for Kids

Embark upon a journey through the Arctic and Antarctic regions to learn about the captivating lives of penguins, polar bears and other cold-weather creatures. In this fun, art-packed series, art explorers- equipped with a myriad of unique materials, tools and techniques, set out on an adventure across frozen tundra to discover life in and around the icy waters of the earth's Poles. Sculpt clay polar bears and penguin reliefs. Build sand castle lighthouses and create shimmery sea jellies. Paint sharks or fish on stretched canvases. Design hats as colorful as the Northern Lights, make gyotaku fish print aprons and transform plain t-shirts into oceans teeming with creatures. Explore the art of decoupage, collage, stained glass and more while learning fun facts about endangered creatures and the importance of being kind to our earth and oceans. *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: ART-ventures for Kids Staff

Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 13, 20, 27. *(No class on 11/6)

Day: Monday

Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: K – 2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A.

Fee: $79.00

Non Res: $89.00

Registration closes on Monday, October 9 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Fun Fitness Squad! (Grades 3-8)

Get ready for an afternoon of fitness fun! This class is designed to accommodate girls and boys in grades 3-8 at various fitness levels. Children will engage in strength, core and agility training, plyometrics and other training exercises. The class focus is to motivate with positivity and fun activities in a safe nonjudgmental environment. It is geared towards making fitness a lifestyle! Your child will have a blast with their new “fitness squad” friends.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer, ISTA.

Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 13, 20, (No Class on November 6)

Day: Monday

Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 3 - 8

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $45.00

Non-Res: $50.00

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

"Frankenstein"

Just in time for Halloween! Each participant will create their own clay Frankenstein using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing.

Date: October 17

Day: Tuesday

Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 3 - 5

Location: McAlister School Art Room #109

Fee: $15.00

Non-Res.: $20.00

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Hoop It Up Basketball Clinic

This clinic will improve your child’s understanding of the game of basketball and supply the children with skills and drills that they can use to develop confidence and enjoyment from playing. Get psyched for the upcoming basketball season, sign up now!

Instructor: Scott Wissel, Co-Director of Basketball World Clinics/NBA Advance Scout.

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

Date: November 2

Day: Thursday

Grades/Times: Grades 1 and 2: 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Grades 3-6: 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: Grades 1 and 2: $12.00

Grades 3-6: $13.00

Thanksgiving and Holiday Present Makers

There is nothing more special than handmade gifts for the holidays. In this class, children will have a fun afternoon expressing their creativity while making a variety of quality holiday gifts, card projects and treats. Please have your child bring or wear an old T-shirt/clothes to class. A small snack will be provided. Please indicate if your child has any food allergies. Registration closes on Wednesday, November 1 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Date: November 8

Day: Wednesday

Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Grades: 1 - 5

Fee: $12.00

Non-Res: $17.00

Speed Training Clinic (Grades 3-8)

This clinic offers a great cross training workout for athletes! Participants will learn to perform a proper warm-up before exercise, focus on the best practices of acceleration and change of direction, cool down of static stretches and core exercises. This clinic will help both boys and girls that participate in any sport, looking to enhance coordination, running technique, body weight strength, first step quickness, flexibility, injury prevention, weight loss, and most importantly a better sense of self confidence.

Instructor: Parisi Speed School Trained Coach

Registration closes on Tuesday, November 21 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum

Fast Break Fun

This fun-filled basketball clinic will introduce young athletes to a fresh new approach to basketball skills and techniques. Whether your season has already begun or you are looking for a preseason warm-up, this clinic, run by local residents and coaches, Becky Klein and Jason Qua, will provide you with an opportunity to improve your skills in a friendly and enthusiastic atmosphere. Emphasis will be placed on developmentally appropriate offensive and defensive skills as well as sportsmanship and team work.

Instructors: Becky Klein and Jason Qua

Registration closes on Tuesday, November 21 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: November 28

Day: Tuesday

Grades/Times: Girls Grades 3-8: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Boys Grades 3-8: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $13.00

R E M I N D E R - YOUTH HOOP

The Parks & Recreation Department offers several Youth Basketball programs for boys and girls in grades K through 8. Registration information will be available at the end of October. Register online at www.suffieldrec.com.

Basketball Referees & Gym Monitors

Students interested in referee or gym monitor positions for the winter youth basketball season should submit an application by Friday, November 3. The program is held weeknights 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays. Applications may be downloaded from the Department Info – Forms section of the department web site. (suffieldrec.com)

PRE-SCHOOL

Family Fitness (Pre-schooler with a caregiver)

Want to have fun with your pre-schooler, meet new friends and get fit? The Family Fitness class is for you! Pre-schoolers and their caregiver will participate in a variety of fun and interactive activities that help keep your family fit while helping to develop gross motor skills, balance and flexibility with music and movement.

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

Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20

Day: Monday

Time: 1:00-1:45 p.m.

Location: Suffield Town Hall Lower Level Meeting Room

Ages: 3-5 and caregiver

Fee: $45.00 per child and one adult

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

For a full listing of programs for the whole family and to register please visit- www.suffieldrec.com

860-668-3862

Please help spread the word about the upcoming Suffield Parks and Recreation Programs and share this email with friends and family! We are looking forward to seeing you and your family at upcoming programs.

Suffield Parks and Recreation Department

97 Mountain Road

Suffield, CT 06078

www.suffieldrec.com

capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18

Day: Monday

Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Grades: 3 - 8

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $47.00

Non-Res: $52.00

Fast Break Fun

This fun-filled basketball clinic will introduce young athletes to a fresh new approach to basketball skills and techniques. Whether your season has already begun or you are looking for a preseason warm-up, this clinic, run by local residents and coaches, Becky Klein and Jason Qua, will provide you with an opportunity to improve your skills in a friendly and enthusiastic atmosphere. Emphasis will be placed on developmentally appropriate offensive and defensive skills as well as sportsmanship and team work.

Instructors: Becky Klein and Jason Qua

Registration closes on Tuesday, November 21 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: November 28

Day: Tuesday

Grades/Times: Girls Grades 3-8: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Boys Grades 3-8: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $13.00

R E M I N D E R - YOUTH HOOP

The Parks & Recreation Department offers several Youth Basketball programs for boys and girls in grades K through 8. Registration information will be available at the end of October. Register online at www.suffieldrec.com.

Basketball Referees & Gym Monitors

Students interested in referee or gym monitor positions for the winter youth basketball season should submit an application by Friday, November 3. The program is held weeknights 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays. Applications may be downloaded from the Department Info – Forms section of the department web site. (suffieldrec.com)

PRE-SCHOOL

Family Fitness (Pre-schooler with a caregiver)

Want to have fun with your pre-schooler, meet new friends and get fit? The Family Fitness class is for you! Pre-schoolers and their caregiver will participate in a variety of fun and interactive activities that help keep your family fit while helping to develop gross motor skills, balance and flexibility with music and movement.

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

Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20

Day: Monday

Time: 1:00-1:45 p.m.

Location: Suffield Town Hall Lower Level Meeting Room

Ages: 3-5 and caregiver

Fee: $45.00 per child and one adult

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 10 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

For a full listing of programs for the whole family and to register please visit- www.suffieldrec.com

860-668-3862

Please help spread the word about the upcoming Suffield Parks and Recreation Programs and share with friends and family! We are looking forward to seeing you and your family at upcoming programs.

Suffield Parks and Recreation Department

97 Mountain Road

Suffield, CT 06078

www.suffieldrec.com