Keep your Fitness and Fun Resolutions by Signing Up for new Winter Parks and Recreation Programs!

Happy New Year! Start the year off right by signing up for some fun, new Parks and Recreation Programs. We have a variety of programs for the whole family. Hurry, spots are filling up fast and many registration deadlines are approaching.

Suffield Parks & Recreation Department's 2017 Winter Programs-www.suffieldrec.com

ADULT PROGRAMS

Shape Up Suffield- (New Year Fitness Program) New

Looking for a fun class that offers great motivation to 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 strengths. Take a break from the sedentary work day and join us! This class offers a great way to get in shape in the New Year with great motivation while having fun!

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

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 11 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22

Day: Wednesday

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

Ages: Adults

Location: Suffield Town Hall Conference Room

Fee: $45.00

Fit-Kit - Boxilates

This fit - kit class offers a great combination of both kickboxing and Mat Pilates. This fused class will 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 offers a perfect combo to add to your workout routine and get you fit in the New Year!

Instructor : Lisa Jordan / Owner of Superior Fitness.

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 4 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16

Days: Thursdays

Time: 6:30 - 7:15pm

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Superior Fitness,

880 Burbank Ave. Suffield

Fee: $ 55.00

Fit - Kit Gliding Express

This 30 minute super intense, 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 your morning and keep you motivated all day long! All levels welcome.

Instructor: Lisa Jordan/Owner of Superior Fitness.

Registration closes Tuesday, January 3 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

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

Days: Saturday

Time: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Superior Fitness

880 Burbank Ave, Suffield

Fee: $40.00

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

Lunchtime Walkers And Snowshoers! (FREE)

Get in shape this winter and keep your Fitness Resolutions this year! Did you know you should be walking 10,000 steps a day? Let’s enjoy the brisk 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 time getting you re-energized for the rest of the day! We will walk 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! Prizes will be awarded to the most dedicated walkers!!

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 3 and/or when the program is full. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14

Day: Tuesday

Times: 12:00 - 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)

“Who’s at fault for your Golf swing?”- Free Community Lecture

This lecture will teach you how to understand the elements of the “classic” golf swing. We will review current research regarding fitness and golf. We will also review some common swing faults and associated body faults. This lecture is a must for all golfers to help reduce injuries while you are out having fun. The discussion will include ideas on how to improve your swing to maximize your golf and reduce risk of injury.

Instructor: Mike Bidwell- PTA, ATC, CSCS -Clinical Director, Integrated Rehabilitation Services

Registration closes on Tuesday, March 7 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment

Day: Tuesday

Date: March 14

Time: 7:00-7:45 p.m.

Age: 18 and over (high school athletes are also welcome)

Location: Integrated Rehabilitation Services, 230 Mountain Road, Suffield, Upper Level

Fee: FREE (must pre-register)

YOUTH

Games Galore! (New!)

Children will have a great afternoon while playing a variety of fun board games and delicious snacks after school. This class provides an opportunity for children to “unplug” and have fun with their friends while playing various games. Participants will also enjoy snacks. If your child has a food allergy, dietary accommodations will be made so they will enjoy class too!

Instructor: Katie Carson and Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration deadline is Thursday, January 5 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: January 10

Day: Tuesday

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

Grades: 1 – 5

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Fee: $12.00

Non-Res: $17.00

Cookies, Cocoa and Crafting! (New!)

Children will have a fun afternoon expressing their creativity while making a variety of creative winter themed crafts, decoration projects and treats. Participants will also enjoy Hot Chocolate and Cookies. This class is great for both girls and boys. Some of the crafts include: snowmen and penguin themed cards, crafts and sun catchers. Please have your child bring or wear an old T-shirt/clothes to class. A snack will be provided. If your child has a food allergy, dietary accommodations will be made so they will enjoy class too!

Instructors: Katie Carson and Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration deadline is Thursday, January 5 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: January 12

Day: Thursday

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

Grades: 1 – 5

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

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 deadline is Wednesday, January 11 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited Enrollment.

Dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7

Day: Tuesday

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

Grades: 3 - 8

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $45.00

Non-Res: $50.00

Introduction To Horseback Riding For Children

Learn to ride or improve current riding skills under the guidance of an advanced riding instructor. An approved safety riding helmet will be provided. Riders must wear jeans or riding pants, shoes with low heels. No sneakers or work boots with wide treads.

Instructor: End of Hunt Farms Staff

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

Dates: January 17, 24, 31.

Day: Tuesday

Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 17 years old. *(Ages 3-8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times on premises)

Location: End of Hunt Farms Training Center, 1360 Hill St., Suffield

Fee: $90.00 per person for the 3 sessions

Non-Res: $100.00

Super Hero Engineering using LEGO ® NEW

Save the world with LEGO® Super Heroes! Build the hideouts and vehicles of your favorite caped crusaders and learn what makes them not only Super Heroes, but Super Hero Engineers! An experienced Play-Well instructor guides young heroes as they design, build and save a city where ingenuity and imagination can solve any conflict. *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Staff

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 11 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 18, 25, February 1, 8

Day: Wednesday

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

Grades: K - 2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A

Fee: $77.00

Non-Res.: $87.00

Mad Science Secret Agent Lab for Grades 3-5 NEW

Develop your special agent and detective skills in this super hands-on after school program! Uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis. Sharpen your secret agent skills and discover how chemistry and the science of forensics can come to the aid of a secret agent. Identify and collect evidence – from fingerprints to tracks to trash! Secret agents-in-training will use science and awesome technological tools to connect the dots and help sniff out the suspects in this investigation into the science of sleuthing. *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Mad Science Staff

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 11 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 18, 25, February 1, 8

Day: Wednesday

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

Grades: 3-5

Location: McAlister School Art Room #109

Fee: $75.00

Non-Res.: $85.00

Children’s Fitness Challenge (Grades 3-8)

This clinic is designed to accommodate boys and girls in grades 3-8 and fitness levels and will engage each individual in core training, strength 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!

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

Registration closes on Wednesday, January 11 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22

Day: Wednesday

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

Grades: 3 - 8

Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $50.00

Non-Res: $60.00

Mad Science Secret Agent Lab for Grades K-2 NEW

Develop your special agent and detective skills in this super hands-on after school program! Uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis. Sharpen your secret agent skills and discover how chemistry and the science of forensics can come to the aid of a secret agent. Identify and collect evidence – from fingerprints to tracks to trash! Secret agents-in-training will use science and awesome technological tools to connect the dots and help sniff out the suspects in this investigation into the science of sleuthing. If children participated in the Fall 2016 program, there will be all new topics this season. *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Mad Science Staff

Registration closes on Thursday, January 12 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 19, 26, February 2, 9

Day: Thursday

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

Grades: K-2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A

Fee: $75.00

Non-Res.: $85.00

More Around the World Creativity Tour with Let’s Gogh Art

For new or continuing art explorers! All new projects! Art travelers go on a whirlwind tour of the world, traveling among different countries and cultures. Each week we land somewhere in our amazing world and create wicked cool cultural art using unique materials and imaginative art techniques. We create Huichol yarn creations in Mexico, design decorative fans in Spain and paint tribal puppets in Africa. Back home in the US we head southwest to build tee pees and sculpt Native American story necklaces, then travel south to New Orleans for Mardi Gras mask- making. Fun facts about each country and culture, geography and art history are included. The only thing kids need to pack is their imaginations! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Let’s Gogh Art-Western MA/CT Staff

Registration closes on Monday, January 16 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 6. *(No class on 2/20)

Day: Monday

Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: K – 2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A.

Fee: $79.00 per person includes instruction, supplies and materials.

Non Res: $89.00

Cool Art From Far Away Places with Let’s Gogh Art NEW

Grab your passport and climb aboard! In this multi-cultural art exploration program, young art travelers jet from continent to continent and discover amazing art secrets hidden across the globe. Draw African elephants and paint watercolor Sahara backgrounds. Make t-shirts inspired by Panama "molas”, a beautiful form of fabric art. Decorate festive skulls inspired by Mexican “calaveras” and put on a puppet show after sculpting Burmese marionettes out of colorful clay. Art-venturers experience a multitude of materials and techniques, and bring home two- and three-dimensional masterpieces each week as souvenirs from their travels. Fun facts about each country and culture are included. The only thing kids need to pack is their imaginations! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Let’s Gogh Art-Western MA/CT Staff

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

Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23.

Day: Thursday

Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 3 – 5

Location: McAlister School Art Room 109.

Fee: $64.00 per person includes instruction, supplies and materials.

Non Res: $74.00

Hot Chocolate Moose New!

If you give a moose a cup of hot chocolate, he'll want his scarf and some marshmallows to go with it! Each participant will create their own clay moose using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing. All projects will be taken home the same day - just leave them out to dry for 24 hours! Beginners welcome! JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and completely mess free! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Aime, JumpingClay USA

Registration closes on Tuesday, January 31 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: February 7

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

Very Cool Valentines!

Your child will have a wonderful time while getting ready for Valentine’s Day. We will make a variety of fun valentines cards, crafts and goodies. At least three quality gifts will be made. Please have your child bring or wear an old T-shirt/clothes to class. A snack will be provided. If your child has a food allergy, dietary accommodations will be made so they will enjoy class too!

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration deadline is Wednesday, February 1 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: Thursday

Day: February 9

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

Grades: 1 – 5

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Fee: $12.00

Non-Res: $17.00

I Love You Beary Much! New!

Make an adorable bear and heart for your Valentine! Each participant will create their own clay bear using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing. All projects will be taken home the same day - just leave them out to dry for 24 hours! Beginners welcome! JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and completely mess free! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Aime, JumpingClay USA

Registration closes on Tuesday, February 7 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: February 14

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

Puppy Love New!

Make an adorable puppy holding a heart for your Valentine! Each participant will create their own clay puppy using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing. All projects will be taken home the same day - just leave them out to dry for 24 hours! Beginners welcome! JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and completely mess free! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Aime, JumpingClay USA

Registration closes on Wednesday, February 8 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: February 15

Day: Wednesday

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

Grades: K - 2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A

Fee: $15.00

Non-Res.: $20.00

Babysitter Safety 101

This is an entry level course intended to teach age appropriate skills necessary to care for children of all ages using team babysitting, mother’s helper and individual babysitting concepts. The course focuses on safety with emphasis on prevention. Basic first aid and obstructed airway management for a conscious choking adult/child and infant will be covered. Other topics include hand washing, diapering, bottle feeding, personal safety, interview skills and many more topics. Course is 4 hours, bring a snack. Booklet, handouts and Babysitter Safety Certificate of completion included.

Instructor: LifeSafe Services Staff

Registration closes on Tuesday, February 14 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: February 21

Day: Tuesday

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Ages: 10 - 15

Location: Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association, 205 Bridge Street

Fee: $75.00

Non-Res: $85.00

Arctic Adventure New!

Journey to the North Pole to create your very own walrus - tusks and all! Each participant will create their own clay walrus using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing. All projects will be taken home the same day - just leave them out to dry for 24 hours! Beginners welcome! JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and completely mess free! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Aime, JumpingClay USA

Registration closes on Wednesday, February 15 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: February 22

Day: Wednesday

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

Grades: K - 2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A

Fee: $15.00

Non-Res.: $20.00

Gymnastics

This introductory gymnastics program will teach boys and girls the basic skills of gymnastics. We will focus on coordination, flexibility and safety. Participants will learn basic skills to develop a good foundation in gymnastics including: Floor Exercise, balance beam, bars, rings and vault. For comfort and safety, girls should wear leotards and boys should wear shorts and a t-shirt that can be tucked in. Buckles, snaps or zippers are not allowed.

Instructors: Heather Casinghino, S.M.S., P.E. Teacher along with Michele Mancinelli and Brian Casinghino.

Registration closes on Wednesday, February 15 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: February 23, 24 March 2, 3, 9 (snow date Friday, March 10)

Days: Thursdays and Fridays

Time: 5:45 – 7:45 p.m.

Location: Middle School Gym

Grades: 3, 4 and 5

Fee: $63.00

Non -Res.: $73.00

Just Chillin' New!

What's cooler than penguins sliding off icebergs into the Antarctic? Each participant will create their own clay penguin and iceberg using JumpingClay and Jumping Bubbles while learning about basic shapes and color mixing. All projects will be taken home the same day - just leave them out to dry for 24 hours! Beginners welcome! JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and completely mess free! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Aime, JumpingClay USA

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

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: February 28

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

Wee Leprechaun Magnet New!

Find the leprechaun and his pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Each participant will create their own clay leprechaun using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing. All projects will be taken home the same day - just leave them out to dry for 24 hours! Beginners welcome! JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and completely mess free! *Children may bring a snack to eat during this program.

Instructor: Aime, JumpingClay USA

Registration closes on Wednesday, February 22 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Date: March 1

Day: Wednesday

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

Grades: K - 2

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A

Fee: $15.00

Non-Res.: $20.00

Suffield Parks and Recreation offers inclusive Special Needs Programs and Group Outings

These programs foster friendships, socialization, promote community involvement and independence. The group enjoys educational presentations, fitness activities, crafting classes, games and evening trips that are inclusive. We also go on many fun outings throughout the year. 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!

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration deadline is ongoing.

Dates: ongoing until May 2017

Day: Tuesday

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

Age: High School students through adult

Location: Bradley Bowl, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Fee: $10.00-for three games and shoe rental (you must pre-register for this program)

Register now at www.suffieldrec.com