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Sign Up For New Programs with The Parks and Recreation Department

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. It’s now time to register for a variety of fun new winter programs with the Recreation Department! Our classes/programs also make the perfect Holiday gift for yourself, friends and family. Below is a partial listing of our adult programs, for a full listing of all of our programs, please visit- www.suffieldrec.com

Register with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department-97 Mountain Road Suffield, CT 06078 860-668-3862

You can now register and pay on-line at www.suffieldrec.com Sign up early, spaces fill up fast! Our fitness programs are specialized and offer individualized attention with quality instructors-which sets us apart from traditional gym classes.

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Adult

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

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

Adult Recreational Volleyball (Recreational volleyball for adults 18 & older)

Registration closes on Tuesday, December 27 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: Tuesday-January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 28.* *Program moves to a new location to be determined. (no program on 2/21)

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Location: Suffield Middle School Gym.

Fee: $25.00 (waiver must be signed at gym each night) Non Res: $30.00

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

Fit -Kit Boxilates and Glider Express (New)

This fit - kit class gives you a complete full body workout in just thirty minutes. This express class will have kickboxing and Pilates combos as well as gliding moves in a condensed format. All levels welcome.

Instructor : Lisa Jordan/ Owner of Superior Fitness. Registration closes on Tuesday, January 3 and or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Dates: January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10

Day: Friday

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

Ages: 18 and up

Location: Superior Fitness 880 Burbank Ave Suffield

Fee: $40.00

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

Family and Friends Bowling Nights! (New Time!)

Real fun – real value!!! Get the family together for some real fun this winter. Bowl for 8 weeks for only $10.00 per week. This is a program for all ages and each week participants will bowl three games. Every new bowler who joins will receive a white dot bowling ball! Shoe rental not included.

Registration closes on Tuesday, December 27 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment. You must pre-register and pre-pay before the deadline.

Dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, February 21.

Day: Tuesday

Time: 6:30 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!)

“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)

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)

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)

For a Full listing of all of our programs and to register please visit: www.suffieldrec.com