East Hartford Parks and Recreation is offering a comprehensive lineup of virtual programs for all ages this winter, including virtual fitness classes. To register for Parks and Recreation programs, please visit www.ehparks.org. Fees are noted in each program listing.
Introduction to Ballet with Moxie Dance Center
Live Zoom dance classes offered with Moxie Dance Center. Ballet class will focus on the beginning of ballet techniques and proper alignment of the body. Students will work on basic barre and center. Once you register for the class, we will e-mail you the Zoom meeting link. $20 per session. Winter Session: Mondays and Wednesdays, January 11—February 1 (no class January 18) 5—5:40 PM, ages 5—7 (ID: 12501 – 3) or 5:50—6:30 PM, ages 8—11 (ID: 12501 – 4)
Virtual Fitness Classes (Ages 18 & up)
Parks and Rec and Youth Services offer fun fitness classes to keep you moving this winter! Classes are held through Zoom, and led by trained, certified instructors from Personal Euphoria. Pre-registration required at www.ehparks.org prior to first class. Complete waiver at https://www.personaleuphoria.com/register. Once waiver completed, participants will be provided with a Zoom link. 50% discount for the first 40 residents who register. Use code NEWYEAR at checkout to receive the discount. Discount is valid for residents only, and may be applied to one class at 50% off per person. In order to use code online (www.ehparks.org), please add one class to your cart, then at checkout enter NEWYEAR in the coupon code box and click APPLY. This will apply the discount to one class. If you would like to register for additional classes, please click ‘continue shopping’ to add them to your cart after you have applied the discount.
Full Body Refresh
Mondays, January 11 – March 22 (no class January 18, February 15), 8 – 8:45 AM. Residents – $59 / Non-residents – $69
This gentle, yet invigorating class is a great way to start the week. We combine gentle stretches and fluid movements that both relax and rejuvenate you. Moves are done standing, sitting, and lying down. We move all your parts from your head to your toes in ways that feel so good you won’t want to stop, and we stimulate the muscles, tendons, and fascia (connective tissue) so every part of you is ready to start the week. We work to sync your breathing with each move. You’ll be glad you tuned in! Participants should have water and a mat.
Barre
Mondays, January 11 – March 22 (no class January 18, February 15), 5:45 – 6:30 PM. Residents – $59 / Non-residents – $69
Barre is a fusion of Pilates, dance, yoga, and functional training that will lift, tone, and sculpt as well as define and strengthen your core muscles. This full body sculpting class uses the ballet Barre (if not available, we’ll use chairs) and small, isometric, concentrated movements to create lean muscles. Each class incorporates an upper body workout and a combination of high-intensity sequences of thigh, glute, and core exercises at the Barre. The fluid class is set to upbeat music at a vigorous pace to get your heart pumping! Classical Barre is a more traditional style of Barre. Participants should have water, a mat, and 1-2-pound hand weights.
Pilates
Tuesdays, January 12 – March 23, 6 – 6:45 PM
Residents – $71 / Non-residents – $81
Exercises focus on the core muscles which include the abs, back, glutes and shoulders. We work to create balance and strength in your trunk and loose, limber limbs. Pilates strives to makes you strong and long while improving balance, coordination and posture. Every part of the body gets worked and you’ll discover muscles you never knew you had. Participants should have water, a mat, a green (or medium weight) flex band, and a 7.5-9-inch stability ball.
High Interval Training
Wednesdays, January 13 – March 24, 7:45 – 8:30 AM
Residents – $71 / Non-residents – $81
Interval training is a great way to increase your endurance and can increase aerobic capacity in just two days of training. This is a high intensity class. We’ll focus on endurance training, strength training and all-over body toning. You’ll be sprinting, jump roping, resistance training, and doing plyometric (which involves jumping). While modifications will be given, this may not be a suitable class for individuals with certain knee or ankle injuries. The class flies by and no muscle goes untouched. Participants should have water, a mat, towel, 5-8 lb. hand weights, and a jump rope.
Tighten and Tone
Wednesdays, January 13 – March 24, 5:45 – 6:30 PM
Residents – $71 / Non-residents – $81
Get the endorphins flowing in Tighten and Tone. A Pilates based class designed to strengthen your arms and back using 2 lb. weights, trim and slim your middle through a series of mat-based exercises, and lengthen and define the lower body through body weight resistance to improve balance and stamina. Top off a successful class with a rewarding full body stretch to seal in all your hard work. Participants should have water, a mat, a blanket, and 2-3 lb. weights.
Core Strength
Thursdays, January 14 – March 25, 6 – 6:45 PM
Residents – $71 / Non-residents – $81
This functionally, fun class provides a complete workout that will help tone and reshape your body. You will use light weights, bands and your own body weight to improve strength, flexibility, balance and stamina to sculpt and tone. Participants should have water, a yoga mat, and light weights.
Family Paint with Murals by Faith
Virtual paint parties are fun for the whole family. Faith Satterfield, of Murals by Faith, is an internationally qualified illustrator and muralist who believes the “fun is in the making”! Register at www.ehparks.org for this collaboration between East Hartford Youth Services and East Hartford Parks and Recreation.
Fees: Residents – $10 for age 13 and up, $5 for 12 and under / Non-residents – $40
City Skyline Dreams Painting (pre-register by Jan. 8)
Monday, January 18, 11 AM
Saturday, January 23, 10 AM