FITNESS PROGRAMS 16

Core Pump

Dates: January 11 - February 3 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Whaleyville Recreation Ages: 16+ Cost: Free with annual and fitness membership Core Pump will leave your core stronger, leaner, and is great for all fitness levels. This class offers core training with some low to moderate intensity cardio training to keep the heart going strong.

Rhythm In Motion Hip Hop Dance Class

Dates: January 25 - March 1 Time: Tuesdays, 5:30 PM – 6:30PM Location: East Suffolk Ages: 7-16 Cost: Free with annual membership “When in doubt, dance it out!” Our invigorating four-week class will feature hip-hop and majorette styles of dances. Pre-registration is required.

First Aid/CPR/AED for the Community

Dates: January 22 and March 12 Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Ages: 18+ Cost: $45 Become American Red Cross certified in First Aid, CPR, & AED! Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of sudden illness as a result of breathing and cardiac emergencies. Components from the American Red Cross include First Aid/CPR/AED for the Adult/Child, and Infants.

Line Dance Class

Dates: January 10 - April 28 Time: Mondays 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Thursdays 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Ages: 17+ Cost: $20 for 6 weeks; $4 drop in rate Line Dancing class is back! Come out and learn exciting line dances with us! Our classes are set to the latest R&B music; it’s a great way to relieve stress, exercise, and most of all, have fun!

Core Blast

Dates: January 10 - April 27; Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Time: 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Ages: 17+ Cost: Free with membership Back by popular demand! A variety of exercises will be utilized such as calisthenics, isometrics, strength, and endurance exercises. Bring a water bottle and come prepared to workout with us!

For more information regarding East Suffolk Recreation Fitness Programs, please contact Melissa Crook, Fitness Specialist, at 757-514-4504, or mcrook@suffolkva.us

For more information on Whaleyville Recreation Center Fitness Programs, contact 757-514-7100.

Fit Factory Boot Camp

Dates: April 25 - May 18 Time: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Ages: 16+ Cost: Free with annual and fitness memberships Fit Factory Boot Camp is the FUN all in one workout sessions to give your body a challenging and rewarding workout. All fitness levels are welcome. Please bring your personal exercise mat, face towel, and water bottle with you.

Group Spin

Dates: March 22 - April 14 Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 PM – 6:30PM Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Ages: 16+ Cost: $10 Come join us in our 30-minute full body “FUN optimal cardio workout”. Prepare to drip with sweat, get your blood pumping, and want to come back for more! Please bring your personal exercise mat, face towel, and water bottle with you.

Pickleball

Dates: January 11 - February 17; March 22 - April 28 Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 PM – 2:00PM Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Ages: 18+ Cost: Free with annual memberships Come out and have some fun with us as you play this game where ping pong meets tennis. If you don’t know how to play, we can help you learn.

Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Poetry, Prose, & Pizza:

Date: February 3 and April 14 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Suffolk Art Gallery Join the Suffolk Art Gallery, the Suffolk Art League, and host Nathan Richardson for this Open Mic event. Poets, writers, musicians, spoken word, and more are welcome. Present your own original works, or favorites by others. Registration is available beginning at 6:00PM at the Gallery before the event. Be sure to check out Facebook for up-to-date information.

Teen & Tween Art Meet Up *New Hybrid Participation Options!*

Date and Time: One Thursday a Month at 4:00 PM January 20th February 17th March 17th April 14th May 19th Location: Suffolk Art Gallery Ages: Open to Teens and Tweens ages 12-18 Cost: Free One Thursday a month, join Suffolk Public Libraries at the Suffolk Art Gallery for a special tour of the current exhibit on display, as well as an interactive craft or activity connected to the exhibit. Each month will have a new theme and a new special topic. Participants can choose to either attend in-person, or virtually through Discord. In-person participants will meet at the Gallery at 4:00 PM. These meet-ups with the Library are the ultimate Teen and Tween after school destination for books, movies, games, crafts, special events, and much more! For more information, or to register, call 757514-7323.

Winter Exhibit Elizabeth River Artists Exhibit

Dates: December 9 – January 21 Opening Reception: December 9 from 4:00 PM- 6:30 PM Location: Suffolk Art Gallery Cost: Free Ages: All Join us at the Suffolk Art Gallery for an exhibit from the Elizabeth River Artists. The group meets each Tuesday at the Gallery to paint and socialize while serving the community through lectures and workshops, as well as providing scholarships for aspiring artists.