Start 2021 Off Right with Our New Fitness Programs!

Looking to start 2021 off right? Take some time for yourself and make fitness and fun a priority this year. The Suffield Parks and Recreation Department has a variety of enjoyable programs for you and your family. Our offerings include in-person and zoom classes and take all the necessary safety precautions. Register today at suffieldrec.com

Winter Walkers/Runners and Snowshoers - FREE

Get in shape this winter and keep your Fitness Resolutions in 2021! Let’s enjoy the winter weather, get motivated and go on a lunchtime walk/jog or snowshoe session depending on the weather. All levels and abilities welcome. We will go over warming up, fitness walking/snowshoeing and have a fun time getting you re-energized for the rest of the day. The program will run in all weather conditions so please bring proper winter gear. Even if you can only join the program for a half hour, you are encouraged to join the group. Prizes will be awarded to the most dedicated walkers. We ask everyone to check their temperature before coming to class and if you have a temperature, over 100 please do not come to class. Also, please do not come to class if you are feeling ill or experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement, sneakers and wear and bring a facemask, exercise mat and water bottle. We ask everyone to 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.

Instructor: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki

Registration closes on Tuesday, December 22 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: December 29, January 5, 12, 26, February 2 (No program on January 19)

Day: Tuesday

Times: 12:00 p.m. - 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)

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! Start 2021 off right 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. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and have a water bottle and a Yoga Mat ready for class.

Instructor: Laura Dromgold

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

Dates: January 22, 29, February 5

Day: Fridays

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

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

Ages 12 and up

Fee: $20.00

Energizing Winter Vinyasa Flow – (NEW Saturday morning Sampler 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. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and have a water bottle and a Yoga Mat ready for class.

Instructor: Laura Dromgold- Certified Yoga Instructor

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

Dates: January 23, 30

Day: Saturday

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

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

Ages 14 and up

Fee: $15.00

Tabata Bootcamp (New Zoom Fitness Program)

Get fit in 2021 with our fun and effective Tabata Bootcamp! From the comfort and safety of your own home, you will be motivated to start the New Year off right and make exercise a priority. 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. Please wear comfortable clothes and have an exercise Mat for class

Instructor: Joseph Hicks, Certified Personal Trainer, ISTA

Dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Day: Sunday

Time: 10:30-11:00 a.m.

Ages: 14 and older

Location: Zoom (Zoom link will be sent to you once you register)

Fee: $30.00

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

Powerburn Into the New Year! (New on Zoom)

Get a fantastic workout in this high intensity and fun step class. Class is designed to help build lean muscle while burning tons of fat all while having a blast in the comfort and safety of your own home. You will get 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 and have an exercise Mat for class.

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

Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4

Day: Thursday

Time: 10:30-11:00 a.m.

Ages: 14 and older

Location: Zoom (the Zoom link will be sent to you once you register.)

Fee: $30.00

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

Healthy Skincare Tips during COVID-19 – (NEW)

Are you looking for the best ways to keep your skin healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic and during winter? Join us for an evening of fun while learning about all the important skincare tips that will help keep your skin hydrated and healthy. The class will cover healthy skincare basics, how to prevent mask acne breakouts, anti-aging techniques and a variety of ways to keep your skin healthy. Sign up today with family and friends.

Instructor: Sarah Kitson, English Rose Beauty

Date: January 26

Day: Tuesday

Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Ages: 12 and over

Location: Zoom

Fee: Free but donations to the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department will be graciously accepted.

Supplies needed- Have available what you currently use for skin care at home, cleanser, exfoliant, mask, toner, serums, moisturizer, SPF, Cotton rounds dampened, Mirror

Registration closes on Tuesday, January 19 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches

maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Family and Friends Bowling Nights-Winter Session

Real fun, real value! Get your friends and family together for a great evening of bowling. Each week participants will bowl three games and have a great time while making new friends. Shoe rental not included. Participants must wear masks during the program at all times except when they are up to bowl or when they are eating. We ask everyone to check their temperature before coming to class and if you have a temperature, over 100 please do not attend. Also, please do not attend the program if you are feeling ill or if you or any family members or close contacts are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. Please bring hand sanitizer to the program.

Registration closes on Wed, December 23 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum

capacity. Limited enrollment. You must pre-register and pre-pay before the deadline.

Dates: January 4, 11, 25, February 1, 8

Day: Monday

Time: 6:45 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

Location: Spare Time Lanes, Route 75, Windsor Locks

Ages: All ages but recommended for adults and adults with children at least Grades 7 and above

Fee: $70.00 (shoe rental not included)

For more info and to register for Suffield Parks and Recreation programs, please visit-suffieldrec.com

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