Register today for Fun Spring Parks and Recreation Programs

Register today for New & Exciting Spring Programs with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department. Some deadlines are this week! For a full listing of all of our programs and to register please visit- suffieldrec.com

FAMILY/COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Friends and Family Bowling Nights

Real fun – real value! Get your friends and family together for some real fun this spring. This program offers great exercise and fun while participants make new friends. Each week participants will bowl three games and have a blast. You must pre-register and pre-pay before the deadline. We ask everyone to wear a facemask while not eating and check their temperature before coming to class and if you have a temperature, over 100 please do not come to class. Please do not come to class if you are feeling ill or experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.

Dates/Day: Monday’s-March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26

Time: 6:30 to 8:30p.m.

Location: Spare Time Lanes, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Ages: All ages but recommended for adults and families with children in Grades 7 and above.

Fee: $80.00 (you must pre-register, and shoe rental not included)

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

Yoga Zoom Classes!

Fitness Friday Yoga Sampler - NEW Zoom Program

Have you ever wanted to try Yoga and see what it is all about? This class is for you. Keep your 2021 resolutions, and make some time for yourself all from the comfort of your own home. Enjoy all the benefits of Yoga in a fun and friendly environment as we practice and enjoy a healthy, strengthening and de-stressing Vinyasa Yoga workout for a fun Friday afternoon lunchtime workout. There will be a strong focus on proper alignment and linking movement to one’s breath to ultimately promote flexibility, increase mobility, build strength, balance and relieve stress. All Levels are welcome including beginners.

Instructor: Laura Dromgold, Certified Yoga Instructor

Dates: March 19, 26, April 2

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

Location: Zoom (A link will be sent to you a few days before the program)

Ages: 12 and up

Fee: $25.00

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 17 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Energizing Winter Vinyasa Flow – NEW Zoom Saturday Morning Program

This new energizing Vinyasa yoga flow that will kick start your Saturday morning and inspire you to move through the rest of the weekend with intention and ease from the comfort of your own home. There will be a strong focus on proper alignment and linking movement to one’s breath to ultimately promote flexibility, increase mobility, build strength, balance and relieve stress. This flow will end with a sprinkle of core work and a final relaxation that will leave you ready to take on your day. This practice is a one- hour class and has been designed for all levels-from beginners to seasoned Yogis.

Instructor: Laura Dromgold- Certified Yoga Instructor

Dates: March 20, 27, April 3

Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Location: Zoom (A link will be sent you a few days before the program)

Ages: 12 and up

Fee: $25.00

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 17 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Spring Steppers, Walkers, Runners and Strollers

Do you want to get in shape, stay motivated and get some spring back in your step? Are you tired of trying to fit your daily steps in but have excuses of not being able to walk because of lack of time, safety and also not wanting to walk alone? Join our group and make new walking friends and get in shape at the same time. 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 abilities welcome including parents with strollers and seniors. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and wear and bring a facemask and water bottle.

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Dates: March 23. 30. April 6, 13, 20

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

Ages: All ages

Location: Meet at the Middle School Track

Fee: FREE (must pre-register)

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 17 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Gloom to Glam Skincare Tips for Spring and Summer

Are you looking for a new way to update your look and get some healthy skin care tips? Join us for an evening of fun while learning basic skincare and make up tricks that will give you a healthy new glow with a natural look. The class will cover skincare, sunscreen care, foundations, contouring, highlighting and a variety of ways to improve your skin with a fresh new look! Sarah will also discuss and give sample recipes for natural healthy skin care/face masks and keeping your skin healthy and hydrated during the pandemic. Sign up today with family and friends for this fun and interactive workshop.

Instructor: Sarah Kitson, English Rose Beauty

Date: April 6

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

Ages: 12 and over

Location: Zoom (A link will be sent to you)

Fee: $10.00

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

Sunrise Park Spring Hiking Workshop

Join Reach Your Summit and the Town of Suffield for a one of a kind fun, interactive workshop going over all you need to know about day hiking basics in the Nutmeg state. This workshop will go over important trip planning information and Leave No Trace Principles. Hear stories, learn tips and enjoy a show-n-tell of gear that can help make your day hiking experiences better with, Reach Your Summit guide and owner, Mat Jobin's first-hand experience from guiding groups for over 12 years and tackling solo pursuits and thru hikes. Following the workshop, there will be a short guided hike in beautiful Sunrise Park for all levels and abilities. Please be sure to bring a water, wear proper hiking footwear, face mask and dress in layers.

Saturday, April 10 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Sunrise Park Upper Pavilion

Fee: $5.00

Registration closes on Thursday, April 1 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Planet Protectors Earth Day Re-cycled and Re-purposed Art Party

Children will have an enjoyable afternoon while designing original craft creations. We will make a variety of fun Spring Earth Day craft projects and turn recycled items including cards and calendars into beautiful treasures in this fun and creative class. Please have your child bring or wear an old T-shirt/clothes to class. A snack will be provided

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Date: April 19

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

Grades: 3– 5

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria

Fee: $12.00 Non-Res: $17.00

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

Outdoor/Indoor Games and Challenge Fun

Children will have a blast in this new Spring Games and Challenge program. Speed, strength, confidence and agility will all be developed and improved while children have a terrific time playing a variety of motivating team building games. Obstacle courses, relay races and adventure based games will all be incorporated to this fast paced and very fun class.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer

Dates: April 8, 22, 29, May 6 (No Class on April 15)

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

Grades: 3 - 8

Location: McAlister School Cafeteria/Gym/Fields (depending on the weather)

Fee: $40.00 Non-Res: $50.00

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 31 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Pre-School Playtime and Fitness Fun (Pre-Schooler with a Caregiver)

Do you want to get fit and have fun while making new friends with your child? Pre-schoolers and their parent/caregiver will participate in a variety of fun and interactive activities that help keep your family fit while helping to develop balance, flexibility, gross motor skills, with music and movement. This class is a ton of fun and a great workout too.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer

Dates: April 26, May 3, 10, 17

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

Location: Bruce Park Pavilion

Ages: 3-5 and Parent/Caregiver

Fee: $45.00 per child and one adult

Registration closes on Monday, April 19 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Grin and “Barre It”

Join in on all the fun and get a great workout in our Barre inspired program. 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. Please be sure to wear sneakers.

Instructor: Unique Fitness Studio Staff

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

Time: 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Ages: 14 and older

Location: Unique Fitness Studio, 11 High St Suite #105, Suffield

Fee: $60.00

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 17 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Outdoor Powerburn Workout

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! Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and wear and bring a facemask, water bottle and a Yoga Mat.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer

Dates: April 8, 15, 22, 29 (May 6 as a bad weather make up day as back up.

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: $40.00

Registration closes on Thursday, April 1 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Spring Tabata Bootcamp Challenge - NEW Outdoor Program

You will have a blast in this ultimate calorie burning high intensity class. Tabata is a form of HIIT (high-intensity interval training) that alternates between twenty seconds of intense bursts of work and ten seconds of rest in four-minute rounds. This class will have you burning calories even after you leave class. All fitness levels are welcome. We will be getting a great workout in while social distancing and exercising outside at the beautiful Bruce Park Pavilion. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and wear and bring a facemask, water bottle and a Yoga Mat.

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer,

Dates: April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 (May 16 is the backup bad weather day)

Day: Sunday

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: $45.00

Registration closes on Thursday, April 1 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Feel the Burn with Barre Workout

Join us for our fun and new Barre Program on Saturday mornings and get fit! This Barre Above® class is a unique approach to barre workouts as you have seen them. This program is a fusion of the best of Pilates, Yoga, Aerobics, and elements of the strengthening exercises dancers do, Barre delivers a results-driven workout that is not only fun and dynamic, but it will sculpt your body and get you into absolutely amazing shape. This class will help you see improvements in your posture, flexibility, overall body strength, and balance. This program will help you obtain a body awareness and confidence that you may not have had before all while making new friends.

Instructor: Unique Fitness Studio and Staff

Dates: April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15

Time: 8:30-9:15 a.m.

Ages: 14 and older

Location: Unique Fitness Studio, 11 High St. Suite #105, Suffield

Fee: $60.00

Registration closes on Monday, April 5 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Gloom to Glam Skincare Tips for Spring and Summer

Are you looking for a new way to update your look and get some healthy skin care tips? Join us for an evening of fun while learning basic skincare and make up tricks that will give you a healthy new glow with a natural look. The class will cover skincare, sunscreen care, foundations, contouring, highlighting and a variety of ways to improve your skin with a fresh new look! Sarah will also discuss and give sample recipes for natural healthy skin care/face masks and keeping your skin healthy and hydrated during the pandemic. Sign up today with family and friends for this fun and interactive workshop.

Instructor: Sarah Kitson, English Rose Beauty

Date: April 6

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

Ages: 12 and over

Location: Zoom (A link will be sent to you)

Fee: $10.00

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

Spring Themed Outdoor Exercise and Walk Event - FREE (Bowling Buddies Group and Friends)

Have a fun time with your friends getting ready for spring while and getting some great exercise and listen to some uplifting music. All abilities welcome. We will be practicing physical/social distancing and everyone must wear a mask. All participants must pre-register. Limited enrollment. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement, sneakers and wear and bring a facemask and water bottle

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Date: April 14

Time: 3:30– 4:15 p.m.

Age: Geared for ages 10 and up through adult (Special Partners are encouraged to participate from the Bowling Buddies Program)

Location: Suffield Middle School Track (Meet at the Tennis Courts and Park near the family Recreation Complex)

Fee: FREE (Must pre-register. Limited spots)

Registration closes on Monday, April 5 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

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

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