FACILITY HOURS
* The facility hours for March-May 2011 are posted online: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/hours
* Harvard Athletics Parking schedule: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/Harvard_Athletics_Parking_Schedu…
PROGRAMS
NEW! GROUP EXERCISE TRIATHLON:
A brand new program is coming to Harvard Recreation this April!
Objective: Complete 24 checkpoints (classes), across 3 group exercise categories in 6 weeks to finish the race. This is an individual event; no team required!
* Everyone who finishes will receive a T-shirt.
* The top 5 finishers (those who complete the highest number of classes) will win an additional prize.
Between the dates of April 4th and May 15th, 2011, attend as many group exercise classes in 3 categories as you can. Minimum of 24 classes, with a designated number in each category, are required to finish the race. Your designated number of classes will be broken into 4 principal requirements plus electives to reach the total required number.
Register between March 7 - March 31. Registration forms will be available in group exercise classes and online. You may leave completed registration forms with your instructor, or at the front desk. For all of the rules & details go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/GXTriathlon
SAVE THE DATE: A ZUMBA RED PARTY IS COMING TO THE MAC ON FRIDAY, APRIL 8TH!
Ditch the workout and join the party on Friday, April 8th at ZUMBA Red Party! Help support the American Heart Association and their fight against heart disease in women. The proceeds raised in ticket sales will go to the American Heart Association. http://www.goredforwomen.org/
Join in the fun and learn dance moves set to a Latin rhythm and a few of our favorite artists including Michael Jackson, Shakira & MORE! As a special bonus 5 instructors will teach this class and showcase new material! This party that is suitable for all fitness levels! Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to shake it!
Event Details:
Date: Friday, April 8th
Time: 5:00-6:30pm
Location: Malkin Athletic Center 39 Holyoke Street- Basketball Court
Wear closed toe athletic shoes & comfortable workout attire. Red clothing optional!!
For details on how to participate see our website: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/ZUMBARED
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/Times:
Mondays & Wednesdays March 28 - May 23
1:15-2:10pm at the MAC
No Class on Monday April 18th (marathon Monday)
Registration is now LIVE online until March 23rd .http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/slim_down
Please contact Dawn Stenis at macfit(a)fas.harvard.edu for details.
SPECIALTY CLASSES:
Spring 2011 Specialty classes will run April 3rd-30th. On-time registration is LIVE on our website until Wednesday 3/31. Spaces are limited, so register early! Classes will run for 4 weeks beginning the week of April 3rd. We are offering exciting and education programs including Couch to 5K, Glee Club, Belly Dance, Hip Hop, Meditation, Ballet, Yin Yoga, Ballroom Dance, Nia & MORE! For course offerings & details go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
TEAM FITNESS CHALLENGE:
2011 TFC winners are announced!
Overall, for Weeks 1-6,<http://recreation.gocrimson.com/TFC_2011-Weeks_1-6-Final_results-3.17.11.pdf> The Come Up were victorious with 26,933.33 adjusted points!
1st place: The Come Up!
2nd place: The Legenderrieres!
3rd place: The Power Alpacas!
CONGRATULATIONS to all of the teams and participants for all of your sweat and hard work!
MAC SWIM LESSONS:
We are now taking requests for Adult Private, Buddy (2 adults) and semi-private (3-6 adults) lessons. Please submit a Swim Lessons Request form and we will contact you to schedule your lesson. The form is available on our website. For pricing & additional information please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/activities/aquatics/index
STRENGTH TUTORIALS:
Take your skills to the next level with 3 new clinics coming to Hemenway Gymnasium!
For descriptions please go to our website: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations
Squat Tutorial
Date: Wednesday, March 30th 12:15-1:00pm
Dead Lift Tutorial
Date: Friday, April 8th 12:15-1:00pm
Bench Press Tutorial
Date: Wednesday, April 20th 12:15-1:00pm
Time: 12:15-1:00pm
All tutorials will be in the Hemenway weight room. Personal Trainer Mike Doyle will lead each clinic.
Fee: $8.00 per clinic for facility members
Register at the front desk of Hemenway. Payment is required upon registering. Advanced registration is required.
Contact Mike Doyle with any questions: hempt(a)fas.harvard.edu
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.
* Duration: 45 Minutes
* Cost: $5/ participant (fee MUST be collected at the respective gym's front desk at the time of sign up; all participants are required to have gym memberships)
* Participants: 3 members are the minimum need to run an STO, and there is a limit of 10 spaces available
* Additional info: STOs will be cancelled if there are not at least 3 participants registered. Members will be reimbursed for STO cancellations or can sign up for the next STO for no additional charge. Please note that these are not customized personal training sessions. We are currently accepting Personal Training Request Forms at the front desk or submit online.
Upcoming Basic STOs:
HEMENWAY
Tuesday, 3/29: 12:15-1:00pm
Healthy Regards,
Cristina
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
Join the Recreation Newsletter to stay up to date with Harvard Recreation. http://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/athleticfacilitymembers-list
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FACILITY HOURS
* The facility hours for March-May 2011 are posted online: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/hours
* Hemenway Gymnasium will be closing at 3:00pm on Friday, March 11th and will remain closed between Saturday, March 12th-Saturday, March 19th. The facility will re-open on Sunday, March 20th at noon.
The Malkin Athletic Center & MAC Pool will be open and operating with reduced hours. For a full listing of Spring Break facility hours please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/hours
PROGRAMS
SAVE THE DATE: A ZUMBA RED PARTY IS COMING TO THE MAC ON FRIDAY, APRIL 8TH!
Ditch the workout and join the party on Friday, April 8th at ZUMBA Red Party! Help support the American Heart Association and their fight against heart disease in women. The proceeds raised in ticket sales will go to the American Heart Association. http://www.goredforwomen.org/
Join in the fun and learn dance moves set to a Latin rhythm and a few of our favorite artists including Michael Jackson, Shakira & MORE! As a special bonus 5 instructors will teach this class and showcase new material! This party that is suitable for all fitness levels! Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to shake it!
Event Details:
Date: Friday, April 8th
Time: 5:00-6:30pm
Location: Malkin Athletic Center 39 Holyoke Street- Basketball Court
Wear closed toe athletic shoes & comfortable workout attire. Red clothing optional!!
For details on how to participate see our website: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/ZUMBARED
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/Times:
Mondays & Wednesdays March 28 - May 23
1:15-2:10pm at the MAC
No Class on Monday April 18th (marathon Monday)
Registration is now LIVE online until March 23rd .http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/slim_down
Please contact Dawn Stenis at macfit(a)fas.harvard.edu<mailto:macfit@fas.harvard.edu> for details.
SPECIALTY CLASSES:
Spring 2011 Specialty classes will run April 3rd-30th. On-time registration is March 21st-30th. Spaces are limited, so register early! Classes will run for 4 weeks beginning the week of April 3rd. We are offering exciting and education programs including Couch to 5K, Glee Club, Belly Dance, Hip Hop, Meditation, Ballet, Yin Yoga, Ballroom Dance, Nia & MORE! For course offerings & details go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes
NEW! GROUP EXERCISE TRIATHLON:
A brand new program is coming to Harvard Recreation this April!
Objective: Complete 24 checkpoints (classes), across 3 group exercise categories in 6 weeks to finish the race. This is an individual event; no team required!
* Everyone who finishes will receive a T-shirt.
* The top 5 finishers (those who complete the highest number of classes) will win an additional prize.
Between the dates of April 4th and May 15th, 2011, attend as many group exercise classes in 3 categories as you can. Minimum of 24 classes, with a designated number in each category, are required to finish the race. Your designated number of classes will be broken into 4 principal requirements plus electives to reach the total required number.
Register between March 7 - March 31. Registration forms will be available in group exercise classes and online. You may leave completed registration forms with your instructor, or at the front desk. For all of the rules & details go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/GXTriathlon
MAC SWIM LESSONS:
We are now taking requests for Adult Private, Buddy (2 adults) and semi-private (3-6 adults) lessons. Please submit a Swim Lessons Request form and we will contact you to schedule your lesson. The form is available on our website. For pricing & additional information please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/activities/aquatics/index
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.
* Duration: 45 Minutes
* Cost: $5/ participant (fee MUST be collected at the respective gym's front desk at the time of sign up; all participants are required to have gym memberships)
* Participants: 3 members are the minimum need to run an STO, and there is a limit of 10 spaces available
* Additional info: STOs will be cancelled if there are not at least 3 participants registered. Members will be reimbursed for STO cancellations or can sign up for the next STO for no additional charge. Please note that these are not customized personal training sessions. We are currently accepting Personal Training Request Forms at the front desk or submit online.
Upcoming Basic STOs:
HEMENWAY
Tuesday, 3/29: 12:15-1:00pm
Healthy Regards,
Cristina
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
Join the Recreation Newsletter to stay up to date with Harvard Recreation. http://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/athleticfacilitymembers-list
Become a fan of Harvard Recreation on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Harvard-Recreation/85584487776