Hi all, Fall classes are on the way! The fall group exercise schedules for both the MAC and Hemenway have been posted online (http://www.athletics.harvard.edu/recreation/Recreation%20Classes/classes.ht…), as have the specialty class brochures. Hemenway fall hours have begun; MAC fall hours will begin on Monday, Sept. 18th. Please note pertinent dates and information below: 1. Registration for classes will take place Tuesday, Sept. 12th at HEMENWAY from 4-7pm. At this time, you can pay for group exercise classes (if necessary: class access is $40/fall semester or $60 for the year, but free for students.) Class access is valid for classes at both the MAC and Hemenway, although you must have access to a facility to be able to attend classes in that facility. You will be able to sign up for Hemenway specialty classes at this time, as well as for the aquatics and ice skating specialty classes. 2. We will hold two more registration times at the MAC: Sept. 20 (4-7pm) and Sept. 21 (11:30am-2:30pm). As at Hemenway, you can pay for group exercise classes at this time, or sign up for MAC specialty classes. 3. If you miss registration, you can sign up after the 21st at the front desk of either facility at anytime EXCEPT between 3 and 6pm on weekdays. Due to volume at the desk, we ask our members to avoid these peak times for lengthy procedures such as locker rentals or class registrations. Please note that for specialty classes, you can only sign up in the facility where the class is being held (ice skating sign ups are at the MAC; the lessons take place at Bright Hockey Arena. The one exception to this is that you may sign up for aquatics and ice skating classes at Hemenway during registration on the 12th ONLY. Otherwise you can sign up for these classes at the MAC front desk. 4. Group exercise classes start on the 18th at Hemenway, and on the 25th at the MAC. Please make sure you register in advance, as you will not be able to show up at 4pm and hope to register for a class that night! 5. If you are unsure of the difference between specialty and group exercise classes, please click here for a full explanation and class list: http://www.athletics.harvard.edu/recreation/Recreation%20Classes/classes.ht… Briefly, the Specialty classes are cumulative, progressive, and are generally more skill-based: ice skating, salsa, fencing, hip hop dance. These classes have a limited list of attenders, and meet once a week for 8 weeks. Everyone must pay for Specialty Classes. In contrast, the Group Exercise classes are first come, first served on a class-by-class basis. Non-students pay a flat fee for access to all recreation classes. To limit classes, we hand out a specific number of laminated class passes (based on the space available in the class room or number of bikes, for cycling classes) in the 30 minutes preceding each class, and once the class passes are all handed out, the class is closed for that day. However, the next time the class meets the passes are all handed out again: you are never guaranteed a spot in class, but always have a chance at a pass. The system is designed to let the maximum number of members attend classes, and to let you attend classes as is convenient for your varying schedule and mood. To register for classes, all members must fill out a consent form to receive a sticker (placed on the back of the ID) indicating that they may attend classes; non-student members may purchase class access ($40 for fall semester or $60 for the year). 6. If you are new to the strength machines, complimentary Strength Training Orientations are offered throughout September. During these 45 minute sessions, a personal trainer will show you how to adjust the machines for your height, as well as covering basic weight room etiquette. Please sign up at the front desk for one of the following sessions: Monday, Sept. 18: 7:30am; Friday, Sept. 22: 7:30am, Tuesday, Sept. 26: 12 pm; or Wednesday, Sept. 27: 5pm. 7. Alternately, if you want to try indoor cycling, we will be holding two indoor cycling intro classes. These classes will cover proper bike setup and safety considerations, feature an energizing ride, and are perfect if you want to try indoor cycling for the first time. Please sign up at the MAC front desk for Thursday, Sept. 21 at 5:30pm or Friday, Sept. 22 at 12:15pm. There is no charge for these classes. If you have questions about any of the above, or something else entirely, please contact me at macinfo(a)fas.harvard.edu or 617 495 4838. Jana If you do not want to receive these emails, go to http://lists.fas.harvard.edu/mailman/listinfo/athleticfacilitymembers-list to unsubscribe. -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Jana Micomonaco Malkin Athletic Center Harvard Athletics 617/495-4838 macinfo(a)fas.harvard.edu