Sign up for Spring Programs with the Parks and Recreation Dept.

Spring is finally in the air and it is time to register for a variety of enjoyable programs with the Parks and Recreation Department. Check out our lineup of new adult fitness programs designed to help keep you healthy with a variety of different times to meet your scheduling needs. Why not try out our new Kickboxing Recharge, Cardio Kickboxing, Self Defense, Lunchtime Yoga and Meditation, Lunchtime Walkers, Runners and Steppers or challenge yourself with our Spring Shape Up Challenge? Or get ready for Easter and spring holidays and celebrations by learning the art of Cup Cake Decorating or Candy Making by an award winning instructor?

Below is the information and a partial listing of some of our new spring programs. For more information and to register, please visit-www.suffieldrec.com

Looking forward to seeing you and your family at our upcoming programs. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Spring!

Suffield Parks & Recreation

SPRING ADULT PROGRAMS

Yoga and Meditation at Lunchtime- NEW

Enjoy all the benefits of Yoga and Mindfulness as we practice and enjoy a healthy de-stressing lunch time

Dates: March 13, 20, 27

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

Location: Town Hall Lower Level Meeting Room

Fee: $30.00

Self Defense for Teens and Adults - NEW Learn simple strategies to minimize risk and easy-to-learn tactics that will get you to safety quickly.

Dates: March 21

Day: Thursday Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Location: Spaulding School Gym

Fee: FREE

Spring Steppers, Walkers, Runners and Strollers - FREE

Join our group and make new walking friends and get in shape at the same time.

Dates: March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23,30

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

Location: Meet at the Middle School Track

Fee: FREE

Spring Shape Up Challenge - NEW

Shape up and strengthening class will focus on toning and building lean muscle while incorporating cardio.

Dates: April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6

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

Location: Suffield Town Hall Conference Room

Fee: $45.00

Kickboxing Re-Charge - NEW

Re-charge your morning routine with this super fun, calorie burning and innovative body sculpting class.

Dates: April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6

Day: Monday Time: 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Location: Town Hall-Lower Level Meeting Room

Fee: $45.00

Cardio Kickboxing - NEW

Re-vamp your after work routine or exercise program with our new Cardio Kickboxing class.

Dates: April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6

Day: Monday Time: 4:45-5:30 p.m.

Location: Town Hall-Lower Level Meeting Room

Fee: $45.00

Lunchtime Yoga

Enjoy all the benefits of Yoga as we practice and enjoy a healthy de-stressing lunch time.

Dates: April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8

Day: Wednesday Time: 12:10 – 12:50 p.m.

Location: Town Hall-Lower Level Meeting Room

Fee: $45.00

Cupcake Decorating Made Easy

Decorate like a pro, get ready to impress all of your guests with your special goodies!

This is an introduction to cupcake decorating taught by Sandy Nelson, former award winning Hall of Fame Certified Wilton Method Decorating Instructor. Sandy has taught cake decorating classes for over 30 years. Sandy’s goal is to make your experience with decorating as easy and enjoyable as possible. You will learn how to tint icing, fill a decorating bag, fill a cupcake and pipe a variety of decorations, including the popular 1M Swirl and Drop Flowers. Best of all you will take home your decorated cupcake creations to share with family and friends.

Instructor: Sandy Nelson

Date: Tuesday March 26

Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Ages: 16 and over

Location: Suffield Parks and Recreation Office/Activity Room 97 Mountain Road

Fee: $18.00 (additional supplies are necessary to be purchased for this class, please see the info on www.suffieldrec.com when registering)

Registration closes on Monday, March 18 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Limited enrollment.

Candy Making for Beginners - NEW

This is a fun introduction to candy making taught by Sandy Nelson, former award winning Hall of Fame Certified Wilton Method Decorating Instructor. Sandy has taught candy making classes for over 30 years. If you ever wanted to make candy at home but were too intimidated to try, this class is for you. Class consists of 1hour instructor demonstration followed by 2 hours of students’ hands-on participation. You will learn how to melt, mold, color, flavor, marbleize, fill, and layer chocolate. You’ll make and take home beautiful candies including Nonpareils, Caramel Delights/Turtles, Clusters, Truffles, and Bark that taste as good as they look! This is the perfect class to take before the Easter and Spring holidays. Home-made delicious candy makes perfect presents!

Instructor: Sandy Nelson

Date: Tuesday April 9

Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Ages: 16 and over

Location: Suffield Parks and Recreation Office/Activity Room 97 Mountain Road

Fee: $18.00 (additional supplies are necessary to be purchased for this class, please see the info on www.suffieldrec.com when registering)

Registration closes on Friday, March 29 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Limited enrollment.

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

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, Director of Special Programs 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

Dates: Ongoing thru May 2019

Day: Tuesdays

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

Ages: High School students through adult

Location: Spare Time Lanes, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Fee: $11.00 for three games and shoe rental (You must pre-register for this program)

Registration deadline is ongoing.

Bowling Buddies JR. - Spring

Enjoy a great evening of bowling and meeting new friends. Bowling Buddies JR. is for any child with special needs in grades 2-12. Each buddy will bowl one string and enjoy pizza and refreshments.

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

Dates: March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30 (No program on April 16)

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Grades: 2-12

Location: Spare Time Lanes, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Fee: FREE

A maximum of 16 special needs children will be sponsored by the Foundation for Exceptional Children of Suffield. 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

Registration closes on Tuesday, March 12 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Limited enrollment.

SUFFIELD PARKS & RECREATION

Spring Youth Programs

Healthy After School Snack Making - FREE - NEW FREE workshop encouraging kids to make healthy snacks while learning and having fun. Dates: March 21

Day: Thursday Time: 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.

Grades: 1 – 5 Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Fee: FREE (This program is free but limited to the first 14 children who enroll)

Re-cycled and Re-purposed Art - NEW

Children will have an enjoyable afternoon while designing original craft creations.

Dates: April 1

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

Grades: 1 – 5 Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Fee: $12.00 Non-Res: $17.00

Egg-Citing Easter Egg Hunt and Party - NEW

Your child will have a blast while we celebrate Easter and Spring at our fun party.

Dates: April 10

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

Grades: K – 5 Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Fee: $12.00 Non-Res: $17.00

Art-ventures for Kids in the Rainforest

Art explorers trek through the rainforest, discovering the wondrous and rare creatures that call it home.

Dates: April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 June 6 (No program on Monday, May 27)

Day: Monday Time: 3:30 – 4:40 p.m.

Grades: K – 2 Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A.

Fee: $84.00 Non-Res: $94.00

Cheerleading Fun

Your child will have a wonderful time in this introduction to the fundamentals of cheerleading and tumbling.

Dates: April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Day: Wednesday Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 1 – 5 Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $55.00

Spring Youth Fitness Programs

Martial Arts/Self Defense for Children - NEW

Learn important basic martial arts techniques and important life skills such as focus, confidence and effective thinking.

Dates: March 21

Day: Thursday

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

Grades: K-2 Location: Spaulding School Gym

Fee: FREE

Self Defense for Children - NEW

Discover the excitement of martial arts while learning about Respect and Focus designed for first time students.

Dates: March 21

Day: Thursday

Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Grades: 3-8 Location: Spaulding School Gym

Fee: FREE

Agility, Strength and Speed Training - NEW

This clinic offers it all for a great cross training workout for fitness fans and athletes.

Dates: April 30, May 14, 21, 28 (No program on May 7)

Day: Tuesday

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

Grades: 3–8 Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $47.00 Non-Res: $52.00

Spring Fitness Squad

Children will engage in core, strength and agility training, plyometrics and other training exercises.

Dates: April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20

Day: Monday

Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 3-8 Location: McAlister School Gym

Fee: $40.00 Non-Res: $50.00

Strike a Pose-Yoga for Middle-Schoolers - NEW

Yoga is great cross training for all sports but also teaches valuable life skills and coping techniques while having fun.

Dates: April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22

Day: Wednesday

Time: 2:20-3:15 p.m.

Grades: 6-8 Location: Middle School Back Gym

Fee: $40.00 Non-Res.: $50.00

For a full listing of all of our spring programs and to register-

Register on-line at suffieldrec.com

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