FACILITY HOURS
* The October 2010 facility schedule is available on our website. For details, including Columbus Day weekend facility hours, please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/hours
FALL RECREATION EVENTS
Yoga on the Quad: Join the Harvard Community For An Outdoor OM
Thank you to everyone who participated in Yoga on the Quad on Saturday, September 11th. The event was a huge success! Over 50 participants came out to practice Yoga! Due to the success of this program we are offering 2 additional events this October.
Dates: Sunday, October 3rd from 12:00-12:55p.m.--All Levels Power Yoga Class with Kerry Smith
Saturday, October 23rd from 12:00-12:55p.m.--Hatha Yoga with Ray Iasiello
When: Saturday, September 11th, 2010, from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
For more information go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/quadyoga
Pilates for Pink:
Support The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Workout to help fight
breast cancer at our 4th Annual Pilates for Pink Charity Class!
Details: Wednesday, October 13th
Time: Check in is 6:30-6:50pm the workout is 7:00-7:55pm
Location: MAC Mezzanine
Online registration is September 20th-October 12th
A $10.00 donation is suggested per person. You will receive a raffle ticket for every $10.00 you donate. Raffle prizes include recreation vouchers, 1-1 personal training or private pilates session, massage, Lululemon clothing and much MORE!! To register for this event go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/pilates4pink
SAVE THE DATE: THRILLER DANCE PARTY
Come and learn the choreography from Michael Jackson's famous "Thriller" video! In this workshop you will learn a portion of the routine from the video and many of Michael Jackson's one of a kind dance moves.
Date: Wednesday, October 27th
Time: 7:00-8:15pm
Location: Malkin Athletic Center, Mezzanine
Instructor: Cristina Hoff
Registration fees: $8.00 for facility members
$12.00 for Harvard Affiliate non- facility members.
Space is limited and is available on a first come first serve basis.
Register at the front desk of Hemenway Gymnasium or the
Malkin Athletic Center between 10/13-10/26 to guarantee your spot!!
For more information contact Cristina Hoff at hemfit(a)fas.harvard.edu
http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/danceworkshops
Tennis Event:
Hello Harvard Tennis Enthusiasts,
Please consider coming out and supporting Tenacity and Harvard next weekend Oct. 1-3rd.
There will be a exciting pro-am with the college players on Friday afternoon and a family
style BBQ on Saturday. Come and see the biggest and best college tennis event in
New England and support Tenacity, an inner-city youth tennis organization, at the
same time! Harvard and Tenacity will be hosting Notre Dame, South Carolina, and
Minnesota on Oct. 1-3rd. This is your best chance to see the future ATP stars before
they reach the big stage. Imagining watching Isner or Blake before they made it on tour?
Go to this website to learn the details about the event and reserve your spot for the pro-am or the BBQ now! http://www.tenacity.org/Events_Overview.php
PROGRAMS
Fall 2010 Specialty Classes:
REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE! http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
On time registration ends on Wednesday, 9/29 at midnight. There will be a $10.00 late fee added to all registrations on and after Thursday, 9/30. Fall 2010 Specialty classes will run for 8 weeks beginning October 2nd. Course offerings include Couch to 5K, Ballet, Hip Hop, Fit Mamas, Latin Dance, Progressive Pilates, Belly Dance, MTV Dance, Meditation, Ice Skating, Iron Yoga, Extreme Bootcamp, Ballroom Dance, BOSU Equilibrium & MORE!
To register go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
Harvard Slim Down REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!: Http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/slim_down
Have you tried to lose weight in the past, only to fail? Are you wanting to make healthy lifestyle changes, but just aren't sure where to start? Then Harvard Slim Down is designed just for YOU!
Class Dates:
Mondays & Wednesdays 1:15-2:10 pm
October 4 - December 17, 2010
Location: Malkin Athletic Center
Registration is ONLINE until September 29th
Group Exercise:
Have you tried a GX class yet this semester? Join in the fun this week!
The MAC & Hemenway schedules can be found online! Students have complimentary class access.
Attention Graduate Students: To activate your complimentary access please see our website for step by step instructions. http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/schedules
Strength Clinics
NEW Strength Clinics have just been added to the Fall line-up at Hemenway Gymnasium. Strength Training for Women, Kettlebell Clinic, The Benchpress & Progressive Power Lifting will run for 6 weeks beginning October 4th. Classes are limited to 3-6 participants allowing each participant to receive individual attention which will allow them to progress each week. *Facility Membership is required* Fee: $120.00 per person per clinic.
Registration is September 20th-29th online. For additional information please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
Basic Strength Training Orientations
Looking for an efficient workout? Want to learn how to use the machines safely and properly? Register for a Strength Training Orientation at the MAC or Hemenway. Strength Training orientations are 45-minute sessions, during which members are led through a row of circuit
machines by a certified personal trainer. During the Basic STO, members will be provided with a list of the circuit machines along with information on technique, moderation, progression, and machine adjustments. Please note that these are not customized personal training sessions. Members will not be shown how to use dumbbells or cable machines, and will not be exercising during the STO.
**Please contact Mike Doyle with any questions regarding STOs: hempt(a)fas.harvard.edu. http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
The fee for this course is $5.00. Advanced registration at the front desk is required 24 hours prior to the class.
MAC:
Thursday, 9/23: 5:30-6:15pm
Thursday, 10/7: 5:30-6:15
Friday, 10/22 12:15-1pm
Hemenway:
Friday, 10/8, 12:15- 1pm
Thursday, 10/21: 5:30-6:15pm
Advanced Strength Training Orientations: Are you ready to take the STO to the next level? Try our new Advanced Strength Training Orientation. Advanced STOs are instructional workout routines advised by a Personal Trainer who will lead members through each exercise. Participants in the Advanced STO will actually perform a workout routine that is based on free weights rather than exercise machines, and will also be provided with
information regarding progressions and safe, effective workout habits. Members who sign up for the Advanced STO should be familiar with the gym's exercise equipment and are recommended to have a history of moderate physical activity. Participants will be given a hard copy of the program for future reference.
MAC:
Tuesday, 10/5: 5:30-6:15
Hemenway:
Monday, 9/27: 5:30-6:15pm
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Healthy Regards,
Cristina Hoff
Cristina Hoff
Fitness Program Manager
Harvard University Recreation
Hemenway Gymnasium
Office line: (617) 495-3435
Fax: (617) 496-8665
http://recreation.gocrimson.com/landing/index
MEMBERSHIP UPDATES
A Message from the Ticket Office-
Dear Members,
If you purchased or renewed your membership at the Murr Center within the past month, you may receive an email sometime this week regarding your purchase. This is an automatically generated message that simply indicates that your membership has been activated on your ID. It does not mean that you have been charged any additional fees for your membership.
We apologize for any confusion. Have a great semester!
PROGRAMS
Specialty Class Updates: Yin Yoga has been canceled for this semester. We apologize for the inconvenience.
MTV Dance has been added to the Fall line-up! The class will run for 6 weeks on Thursdays 4:00-4:55pm at Hemenway beginning October 14th.
REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE! http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
In person registration is available at the following times:
Monday, September 20th: 5:00pm-6:30pm Hemenway Lobby (for Hemenway classes only)
Tuesday 9/21 from 5:00 - 6:30pm in the MAC Lobby (for MAC classes only)
http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
Fall 2010 Specialty classes will run for 8 weeks beginning October 2nd. Registration will be available until Wednesday, September 29th. Course offerings include Couch to 5K, Ballet, Hip Hop, Fit Mamas, Latin Dance, Progressive Pilates, Belly Dance, MTV Dance, Meditation, Ice Skating, Iron Yoga, Extreme Bootcamp, Ballroom Dance, BOSU Equilibrium & MORE! For course descriptions please go to:
Group Exercise
Attention Students: Group Exercise class access is complimentary for all students. You must activate your class access online by September 15th by going to this site: https://harvard-rec.fas.harvard.edu/recreation/
The Fall GX 2010 schedule is in session and can be found online at: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/schedules
Harvard Slim Down REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE! Http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/slim_down
Have you tried to lose weight in the past, only to fail? Are you wanting to make healthy lifestyle changes, but just aren't sure where to start? Then Harvard Slim Down is designed just for YOU!
Class Dates:
Mondays & Wednesdays 1:15-2:10 pm
October 4 - December 17, 2010
Location: Malkin Athletic Center
Registration is ONLINE until September 29th
Strength Clinics
NEW Strength Clinics have just been added to the Fall line-up at Hemenway Gymnasium. Strength Training for Women, Kettlebell Clinic, The Benchpress & Progressive Power Lifting will run for 6 weeks beginning October 4th. Classes are limited to 3-6 participants allowing each participant to receive individual attention which will allow them to progress each week. *Facility Membership is required* Fee: $120.00 per person per clinic.
Registration is September 20th-29th online. For additional information please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
Basic Strength Training Orientations
Looking for an efficient workout? Want to learn how to use the machines safely and properly? Register for a Strength Training Orientation at the MAC or Hemenway. Strength Training orientations are 45-minute sessions, during which members are led through a row of circuit
machines by a certified personal trainer. During the Basic STO, members will be provided with a list of the circuit machines along with information on technique, moderation, progression, and machine adjustments. Please note that these are not customized personal training sessions. Members will not be shown how to use dumbbells or cable machines, and will not be exercising during the STO.
**Please contact Mike Doyle with any questions regarding STOs: hempt(a)fas.harvard.edu. http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
The fee for this course is $5.00. Advanced registration at the front desk is required 24 hours prior to the class.
Upcoming Basic STOs:
MAC
Thursday, 9/23: 5:30-6:15pm
Hemenway
Monday, 9/20: 12:15-1pm
FALL RECREATION EVENTS
Back 2 School Bootcamp: Need to jumpstart your Fall Semester exercise routine?
Back to School Bootcamp is perfect for anyone at any level of fitness experience, and its free!
This special event will be broken into 3 sections all packed into 1 educational and fun hour!
First the MAC trainers will coach you through a 40 minute circuit style routine guaranteed to get you on the right track with your fitness routine this semester. Next, the trainer will lead a Q & A session where participants will have the opportunity to ask their burning fitness related questions. At the end the trainers will demonstrate recovery techniques using the foam roller. All participants will receive a hand out outlining the circuit.
WHO: COMPLIMENTARY for Recreation facility members
WHEN: Wednesday, September 22nd, 7pm-8pm
WHERE: MAC Mezzanine
For more information go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/back2school
SAVE THE DATE: Pilates for Pink
Support The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Workout to help fight
breast cancer at our 4th Annual Pilates for Pink Charity Class!
Details: Wednesday, October 13th
Time: Check in is 6:30-6:50pm the workout is 7:00-7:55pm
Location: MAC Mezzanine
Online registration is September 20th-October 12th
A $10.00 donation is suggested per person. You will receive a raffle ticket for every $10.00 you donate. Raffle prizes include recreation vouchers, 1-1 personal training or private pilates session, massage, Lululemon clothing and much MORE!! Pre-registration is required and it will begin on Monday, 9/20. Please check our website for updates: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/pilates4pink
Are you a FAN of Harvard Recreation on Facebook? Become a fan today!
Healthy Regards,
Cristina Hoff
FACILITY HOURS
* The September 2010 facility schedule is available on our website. For details, please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/hours
* Blodgett pool will be closed this weekend due to the ECAC Water Polo Championships. The pool will be closed on Thursday, 9/16 in the evening as well as all day on Friday 9/17 ,Saturday 9/18, and Sunday 9/19.
The pool will re-open Monday 9/20 at 9am.
* The Malkin Athletic Center has extended hours next month on the following dates due to Varsity Volleyball
October 1st closing at 9:00pm, October 8th closing at 9:00pm, October 22nd closing at 9:00pm
FALL RECREATION EVENTS
Back 2 School Bootcamp: Need to jumpstart your Fall Semester exercise routine?
Back to School Bootcamp is perfect for anyone at any level of fitness experience, and its free!
This special event will be broken into 3 sections all packed into 1 educational and fun hour!
First the MAC trainers will coach you through a 40 minute circuit style routine guaranteed to get you on the right track with your fitness routine this semester. Next, the trainer will lead a Q & A session where participants will have the opportunity to ask their burning fitness related questions. At the end the trainers will demonstrate recovery techniques using the foam roller. All participants will receive a hand out outlining the circuit.
WHO: COMPLIMENTARY for Recreation facility members
WHEN: Wednesday, September 22nd, 7pm-8pm
WHERE: MAC Mezzanine
For more information go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/back2school
SAVE THE DATE: Pilates for Pink
Support The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Workout to help fight
breast cancer at our 4th Annual Pilates for Pink Charity Class!
Details: Wednesday, October 13th
Time: Check in is 6:30-6:50pm the workout is 7:00-7:55pm
Location: MAC Mezzanine
Online registration is September 20th-October 12th
A $10.00 donation is suggested per person. You will receive a raffle ticket for every $10.00 you donate. Raffle prizes include recreation vouchers, 1-1 personal training or private pilates session, massage, Lululemon clothing and much MORE!! Pre-registration is required and it will begin on Monday, 9/20. Please check our website for updates: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/pilates4pink
PROGRAMS
Specialty Classes
Fall 2010 Specialty classes will run for 8 weeks beginning October 2nd. Registration will be available online between Monday, 9/20 and Wednesday 9/29. Course offerings include Couch to 5K, Ballet, Hip Hop, Fit Mamas, Latin Dance, Progressive Pilates, Belly Dance, Yin Yoga, Meditation, Ice Skating, Iron Yoga, Extreme Bootcamp, Ballroom Dance, BOSU Equilibrium & MORE! For course descriptions please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
Group Exercise
Attention Students: Group Exercise class access is complimentary for all students. You must activate your class access online by September 15th by going to this site: https://harvard-rec.fas.harvard.edu/recreation/
The Fall GX 2010 schedule is in session and can be found online at: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/schedules
Harvard Slim Down
Have you tried to lose weight in the past, only to fail? Are you wanting to make healthy lifestyle changes, but just aren't sure where to start? Then Harvard Slim Down is designed just for YOU!
Class Dates:
Mondays & Wednesdays 1:15-2:10 pm
October 4 - December 17, 2010
Location: Malkin Athletic Center
Registration is ONLINE September 20th-29th 2010
For more information go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/slim_down
Strength Clinics
NEW Strength Clinics have just been added to the Fall line-up at Hemenway Gymnasium. Strength Training for Women, Kettlebell Clinic, The Benchpress & Progressive Power Lifting will run for 6 weeks beginning October 4th. Classes are limited to 3-6 participants allowing each participant to receive individual attention which will allow them to progress each week. *Facility Membership is required* Fee: $120.00 per person per clinic.
Registration is September 20th-29th online. For additional information please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
Basic Strength Training Orientations
Looking for an efficient workout? Want to learn how to use the machines safely and properly? Register for a Strength Training Orientation at the MAC or Hemenway. Strength Training orientations are 45-minute sessions, during which members are led through a row of circuit
machines by a certified personal trainer. During the Basic STO, members will be provided with a list of the circuit machines along with information on technique, moderation, progression, and machine adjustments. Please note that these are not customized personal training sessions. Members will not be shown how to use dumbbells or cable machines, and will not be exercising during the STO.
**Please contact Mike Doyle with any questions regarding STOs: hempt(a)fas.harvard.edu. http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
The fee for this course is $5.00. Advanced registration at the front desk is required 24 hours prior to the class.
Upcoming Basic STOs:
MAC
Friday, 9/17: 12:15-1pm
Thursday, 9/23: 5:30-6:15pm
Hemenway
Monday, 9/13: 5:30-6:15pm
Monday, 9/20: 12:15-1pm
Employment: Lifeguards
The Department of Athletics is accepting applications for lifeguards to work 17 hours or less per week. Must possess current certification in the following areas: American Red Cross and/or equivalent certification in Lifeguard Training, Community First Aid Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. If interested, please contact Gary Brown at gbrown(a)fas.harvard.edu.
Are you a FAN of Harvard Recreation on Facebook? Become a fan today!
Healthy Regards,
Cristina Hoff
Cristina Hoff
Fitness Program Manager
Harvard University Recreation
Hemenway Gymnasium
Office line: (617) 495-3435
Fax: (617) 496-8665
http://recreation.gocrimson.com/landing/index