Hi all,
This is a three-part email, containing information regarding our holiday
hours, recreation gift opportunities, and the upcoming TEAM FITNESS
CHALLENGE. Please read the parts that pertain to you carefully, and, as
always, if you have questions or concerns, contact me
(macinfo(a)fas.harvard.edu <mailto:macinfo@fas.harvard.edu>; 617/495-4838).
First, please note our *Christmas hours:*
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Malkin Athletic Center*
Sunday, Dec. 17: 9am-9pm
Pool: 9am-noon
Monday-Wednesday, Dec. 18-20: 6am-7pm
Pool: 7am-5pm
Thursday, Dec. 21: 6am-3pm
Pool: 7am-2:30pm
Dec. 22-Jan 1: CLOSED
Tuesday, Jan. 2: 9am-7pm
*Hemenway Gymnasium*
*Sun, Dec. 17: 9am-9pm*
*Mon-Wed, Dec. 18-20:* *6:30am-9pm*
*Thurs, Dec. 21: 6:30am-3pm*
Dec. 22-Jan 1: CLOSED
Tuesday, Jan. 2: 9am-7pm
*Blodgett Pool*
*Sun. Dec. 24 & Mon. Dec. 25: CLOSED*
*Tues. Dec. 26-Fri. Dec. 29: 10am-3pm; 5-9pm*
*Sat. Dec. 30: 12-6pm*
*Sun. Dec. 31-Mon. Jan 1: CLOSED***
Second, as you make your gift lists, don't forget the *gift
opportunities available from Harvard recreation:* gift certificates are
available for personal training, golf, tennis and squash lessons,
private swim lessons, and sessions with our state of the art golf
simulator. Purchase these treats for a friend or loved one, or drop
some hints if you'd love to receive any of these services.
*PERSONAL TRAINING*
Whether you're recovering from an injury, taking your workout to the
next level, or interested in incorporating fitness into your lifestyle,
a personal trainer can help you reach your goals. One of our certified
fitness professionals will craft personal, progressive workouts for you,
taking into account your fitness history, preferences, and goals. Your
trainer will then guide you through your workouts, carefully watching
your form and adjusting the workout accordingly. Why wait? A personal
trainer can help you implement the habits you've hoped for and reach the
goals that seem unattainable.
*GOLF*
Are you looking to take that first golf lesson you've been talking
about, but keep putting off? Take advantage of Harvard University's
golf professional now. Tom Shea has been teaching all levels of golfers
for 42 years. His philosophy is that golf is easy: easy to learn and
easy to play. If you are willing to relax and enjoy yourself you'll
learn, and if you don't know how to do that, he will show you. Already
experienced players can eradicate bad habits and improve form. Clinics,
group, and private lessons are available. For more information and
prices contact Grace at 617.495.3454
*TENNIS & SQUASH*
Take advantage of our 6 state of the art indoor tennis courts. We offer
private and small group lessons as well as clinics. Learn the basics,
brush up your back hand, or amp up your game to shock your tennis
buddy: our three professionals can teach you everything you need to
know about tennis. For more information contact Grace at 617.495.3454
Finally, get ready for the *Team Fitness Challenge*! Pay attention
since it starts on January 10^th this year: we wanted to get a full 8
weeks in before the renovation! Returning competitors, start recruiting
your teams and challenging your rivals; new members, see below for
details and email me with any questions.
Wishing you happy, restful, and safe holidays!
Jana
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Harvard Recreation announces
*The All-Harvard Team Fitness Challenge*
"I lost about 10 lbs during the fitness challenge and am in much better
shape now. It was the first time in my life I consistently worked out
for a period of two months"
"Bring it back next year--both semesters! It was a great motivation and
I felt and saw results in myself and my teammates. Thanks!"
"Great program. More likely to work out with buddy system. Thanks for
doing it."
Last year, over 300 people in the Harvard community joined the Challenge
as a way to attain their fitness goals. Overwhelmingly, they did: we
heard from team members that they lost weight, dropped pant sizes, and
gained strength and aerobic capacity. We also heard that they made
friends, built community, and had a great time. The Second Annual Team
Fitness Challenge starts January 10^th : are you going to be part of it?
This is how it works: form a team of 6-10 Harvard affiliates (all
members of Harvard athletic facilities). This can be your blocking
group, colleagues in your department, members of your IM team,
whomever--if you want to stack your team with 9 other faithful 7:15 am
class attenders, go for it! Then for the next 8 weeks, we will track
every minute your team members spend working out. At the end of the two
months, we will tally up the results, and declare the winners!
* *
In addition to recognizing the superstars, we will also be recognizing
all teams that attain the ACSM guidelines for physical activity (30
minutes in the gym 6-7 days a week plus minutes gained through every day
activities, which we've translated as 180 minutes per team member per
week).
* *
So challenge another department to participate. Get your lunch group
together. Talk it up at the water cooler. Recruit your roommates.
Registration packets will be at the MAC and Hemenway front desks in
early December, so form a team and get ready to get fit!
For more information, contact Jana Micomonaco (617/495-4838;
macinfo(a)fas.harvard.edu <mailto:macinfo@fas.harvard.edu>).
REGISTRATION PACKETS DUE JANUARY 5^th !
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Jana Micomonaco
Senior Operations Manager
Malkin Athletic Center/Hemenway Gymnasium
617/495-4838
macinfo(a)fas.harvard.edu