Register today for Fall Programs that start this week!

Are you and your family looking for new fun in-person programs? The Suffield Parks and Recreation has planned a variety of new programs for you with enhanced safety measures. Register today and join in on fun!

Family Programs

Mindfulness, Resilience and Relaxation Sampler- NEW (Wednesday’s)

Join us for this new outdoor program at the beautiful Bruce Park Pavilion
as you learn some great mindfulness, resilience and relaxation exercises guided by certified Yoga Instructor Laura Dromgold. Take some time for yourself and leave class feeling refreshed, de-stressed and renewed. Mindfulness, Mediation and some gentle Yoga movements helps calm the mind, body and spirit. This class is for everyone and all levels are welcome.
Instructor: Laura Dromgold
Registration closes on Tuesday, September 15 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.
Dates: September 16, 23
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:45-5:30 p.m. (Perfect for after work or for family exercise evening!)
Location: Bruce Park Pavilion (Heavy rain and thunderstorms will cancel the program that day by the instructor, class will be held on Wednesday, September 30 if there are any cancellations.)
Ages 12 and up
Fee: $20.00

Powerburn – NEW Outdoor Program (Ages 14 and over)
Get an incredible workout in this fun high intensity step class. Class is designed to help build lean muscle while burning tons of fat all while having a blast. It is a total body cardio and strength workout. Combining step, HIIT, and dumbbells, this ultimate thirty-minute workout will get and help keep you in shape. Come get your heart pumping and the calories burning with a personal trainer. Beginners to Advanced are welcome! Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer, ISTA Teamjtraining.com
Dates: September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 (October 29th as a bad weather make up day as back up.
Day: Thursday
Time: 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Ages: 14 and older
Location: Meet at Bruce Park Pavilion. (Heavy rain and thunderstorms will cancel the program that day and will be rescheduled if possible. Instructor will contact you by 10:00 a.m. the day of the program if the class needs to be rescheduled due to weather)
Fee: $50.00 Registration closes on Tuesday, September 15 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum

Fun Fall Crafty Creations - NEW (Grades 3-5)
Your child will have a blast in this fun and creative class 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. Registration closes on Tuesday, September 15 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.
Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki
Date: September 16
Day: Wednesday
Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Location: McAlister School Cafeteria
Grades: 3-5
Fee: $15.00 Non-Res: $20.00

Fitness Squad Fun
Is your child ready to have fun while getting fit? Do they love a good challenge that is motivating? This heart pumping, enjoyable fitness class is for girls and boys in grades 3-8 at various fitness levels. Children will engage in core, strength, agility training, plyometrics and other important training exercises. The class’s focus is to motivate with positivity and fun activities in a safe nonjudgmental environment helping to make fitness a lifestyle! Your child will have a blast in this class. Children must bring and wear a mask when social distancing is not feasible.
Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer, ISTA. Teamjtraining.com
Registration closes on Wednesday, October 14 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.
Dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23
Day: Monday
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Grades: 3 - 5
Location: McAlister School Gym and fields
Fee: $50.00 Non-Res: $55.00rescheduled due to weather)Ages: 3-5 and caregiverFee: $50.00 per child and one adult

Pre-School Storytime, Games and Fun Craft Party (Pre-Schooler with a Parent/Caregiver) - NEW

Come join this fun Storytime and Craft party with your little one! Participants will have an enjoyable time during our Fall Themed party where we will read an engaging story, make some creative crafts and end with a dance party all while social distancing at the beautiful Bruce Park Pavilion. This class is designed for parent/caregiver and will be loads of fun! Limited enrollment. Instructor: Wendy Taylor-Kent Memorial Library and Donna Carney-Bastrzycki-Suffield Parks and Recreation Department Registration closes on Tuesday, September 15 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity . Date: September 17 (Back up bad weather make up day is Thursday, October 8-only heavy rains and Thunderstorms will cancel) Day: Thursday Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. Location: Bruce Park Pavilion Ages: 2-5 and caregiver Fee: $10.00 for participant and caregiver

Adult
Healthy Happy Hour-Mix it up at the Barre - NEW Outdoor Program and Zoom Option!
Join in on our enjoyable Barre inspired workout. Are you looking for a great program that incorporates Yoga, Pilates and Aerobics in a super fun way? This class is for you. The Barre portion of this class incorporates specific sequencing patterns and isometric movements that target specific muscle groups. This pattern of exercise helps to improve strength, balance, flexibility and posture. The “MIX” portion of this class will add strength training and cardiovascular fitness using dumbbells and other equipment at the studio. Class will be held outside to help ensure social distancing.
This class is also available on Zoom if you do not wish to go to class in person and will also be held via zoom if there are any bad weather days. Visit- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5436018790 to join the class via zoom. The meeting ID is 543 601 8790
Instructor: Sarah Supino/Unique Fitness Studio Staff
Registration closes on Wednesday, September 16 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.
Dates: September 21, 28, October 5, 12
Day: Mondays
Times: 4:30-5:00 p.m.
Ages: 14 and up
Location: Unique Fitness Studio
Fee: $50.00

We look forward to seeing you at upcoming programs. For more info and to register please visit- suffieldrec.com

Written by: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Director of Special Programs, Suffield Parks and Recreation Department