FACILITY HOURS

* The Malkin Athletic Center will re-open on Monday, June 21st . The facility will be open Monday-Thursday from 12:00-9:00pm between June 21st-August 5th.*

* The June 2010 facility schedule is available on our website. For details, please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/hours

 

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Current facility memberships are valid until June 30th, 2010. Facility memberships are now on sale for the summer and for the full year.  Please see the website for current pricing and additional information: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/recreation/membership/graduate

 

PROGRAMS

Pedomination

Let the competition begin this July with Pedomination! Team & Individual Registration is now available online!

Pedomination 2010 challenges you (and your co-workers, colleagues and classmates) to take as many steps as you can between 7/5 and 8/1 to win some fabulous prizes! Take advantage of the beautiful summer weather, get outside, tie up those laces and walk to work, skip to school, take a Step class at the MAC or Hemenway or walk along the river….every step you take adds up! So get outside, get moving, and win some great prizes!

Monday, July 5th – Sunday, August 1st, 2010

HOW MANY STEPS WILL IT TAKE FOR YOU TO WIN?

Register today: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/pedomination

 

GROUP EXERCISE & SPECIALTY OFFERINGS

Group Exercise Schedules

The Summer 2010 GX Schedules begin on Monday, June 21st at the MAC & Hemenway Gymnasium.  

Both schedules can be uploaded at http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/schedules

The June GX schedule at Hemenway Gymnasium is in session and running until Friday, June 18th.

 

Aqua Aerobics: Join the 7 week session that begins June 21st!

Strengthen your heart and your muscles in the water with a workout that places minimal stress on the joints. Since water provides 12 times the resistance of air, Aqua Aerobics is an excellent way to burn calories and tone muscles simultaneously. This water-fitness program is designed for individuals demanding a high intensity water workout with training benefits for agility, speed, strength, and flexibility with body awareness. This is NOT your mother’s aqua aerobics class! 

7 week session.  This class has 3 different  sections.  Please choose 1 section for $28, 2 sections for $56, or unlimited for $64.  All participants pay the same price, regardless of affiliation.
Mondays June 21 – Aug 2 (no class July 5) 12:15 – 1:10 pm  
Tuesdays June 22 – Aug 3, 5:30 – 6:25 pm
Wednesdays June 23 – Aug 4 12:15 – 1:10 pm  

Register online: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes

 

Specialty Offerings

This Summer we are offering exciting and education specialty programs including Ballet, Belly Dance, MTV Dance, Dancing with the Stars- Harvard Style, Hip Hop, New Mom’s Stroller Fitness, Yin Yoga, Couch to 5K, Yoga for Pain & Injury Relief & MORE! Registration for Summer 2010 specialty classes is now LIVE on our website: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/specialty_classes

Those who prefer to register in person may do so at the following times:

Hemenway Class Registration: Tuesday, June 21st 12:00-1:00pm or Thursday, June 24th 4:30-5:15pm in the Hemenway Lobby.

MAC Class Registration: Wednesday June 23, from 12:00-1:00pm and 6:00-7:00pm, OR Monday, June 28th from 6:00-7:00pm in the MAC Lobby.

 

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!

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays

June 22 – August 12

Time: 12:15-1:10pm

Location: Malkin Athletic Center

Register online before June 18th: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/programs/slim_down

Please contact Dawn at macfit@fas.harvard.edu for additional information.

 

STRENGTH CLINICS & ORIENTATIONS

Hemenway Gymnasium Strength Clinics

Brand new Strength Clinics are being offered this Summer at Hemenway Gymnasium.
Strength Training for Women, Kettlebell Clinic, The Benchpress & Progressive Athletics will run for 4 weeks beginning July 6th. 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: $80.00 per person per clinic.
There is a limit of 6 participants per class, so register early! Registration is June 14th-30th at the front desk of Hemenway. For additional information please go to: http://recreation.gocrimson.com/fitness/strength_trainingorientations

 

Strength Training Orientations

Looking for an efficient workout? Register for a Strength Training Orientation at the MAC or Hemenway. A Personal Trainer will teach you how to use the weight machines in the express circuit, along with basic use of cardio machines. Orientations are limited to 10 participants.  Each participant will receive a strength worksheet.

Registration Info: There is a $5.00 fee for the orientation and pre-registration is required. Sign up at the front desk at least 24 hours in advance. Orientations with less than 3 participants enrolled with be canceled due to low enrollment.

Upcoming Strength Training Orientations at Hemenway

Tuesday, June 22nd 5:15-6:00pm

Friday, June 25th 12:15-1:00pm

Friday, July 2nd 12:15-1:00pm

Please contact ptrainer@fas.harvard.edu for additional information.

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Upcoming Strength Training Orientations at the MAC

Monday, July 9th 4:00-4:45pm

Wednesday, July 14th 6:00-6:45pm

Monday, July 19th 4:00-4:45pm

Please contact fitness@fas.harvard.edu for additional information.

 

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Healthy Regards,

 

Cristina