Flowers Plantation Nov / Dec 2016 Newsletter

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Nov/Dec 2016 Newsletter

2016 HOLIDAYS AT FLOWERS PLANTATION

From our annual tree lighting to our Gobble Till You Wobble 5K. We have a lot of activities for you and your family this holiday season.

Our Neighborhoods P2 55+ Activities P3 Holiday Spa Special P4 All Things Aquatic P5

See page 4 for more details.

Parks & Recreation Calendar P6

GOBBLE TILL YOU WOBBLE P6 AN AWARD WINNING COMMUNITY

IN THIS ISSUE

Fitness Calendar P7

North Carolina Community of the Year, Best Community Landscaping, Best Developer & Best Recreational Facility in the Triangle

OU R NE I G H BO RHOO DS A diversity of NEW homes for every lifestyle & budget by the best area builders.

COMING SOON

Woodlands

Whitfield

COMING SOON

Flowers Crest

North Farm

Townhomes from the $150s

Homes from the $160s

Homes from the $180s

Homes from the $180s

Dan Ryan Bu ild er s

S m i t h Dou g la s

E a s t wo o d H o m es

C a p i t o l C i t y Ho mes

COMING SOON

Homes from the $180s

The Meadows

Homes from the $190s

Trillium

Mill Creek West Homes from the $250s

Homes from the $250s

Pineville East

D.R. Ho r t o n

C a lA t la n t i c Hom es

C a p i t o l C i t y H o m es

H o m es by M i c h a el Fo rd / Lenna r

55+

Poplar Woods

Evergreen

Homes from the $250s

River Dell East

Homes from the $250s

Homes from the $275s

Len n ar

Da n R y a n Bu i lder s

S & D B u i l d er s / M F H o m es RHS Building Contractors

55+

North Village

Sweet Grass

Homes from the $320s

Homes from the $350s

D.R. Ho r t o n

K i r kwood Bu i ld er s

Chatham

Homes from the $280s Paragon Building Group, Inc / Grey Heron Construction South Hound Construction / W Construction

LOT 28

South Quarter

Homes from the $380s S&D Builders, Inc / Grey Heron Construction South Hound Construction / Plantation Homes

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Homes from the $540s K i r k wo o d Builders

VISIT THE WELCOME CENTER Drop by for a friendly tour of everything Flowers Plantation has to offer its residents. www.FlowersPlantation.com | 120 Flowers Parkway, Clayton, NC 27527 | info@flowersplantation.com

55+ AD ULT ACT IVIT IES To RSVP for Social Activities Email TheClub@FlowersPlantation.com or call 919-553-1984 ext. 201

FITNESS CLASSES AQUA Mondays at 10:40AM (November 7, 14, 21 & 28 • December 5, 12, 19 & 26) Wednesdays at 10:15AM (November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • December 7, 14, 21 & 28) Fridays at 10AM (November 4, 11, 18 & 25 • December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30) This Flowers aqua fitness class is a non-impact activity designed to eliminate stress to the joints. It offers a swimming blend of cardio and resistance training focusing on increasing muscular endurance, range of motion, flexibility, and mobility.

CHAIR AEROBICS Mondays at 10:10AM (November 7, 14, 21 & 28 • December 5, 12, 19 & 26) Get your heart pumping and oxygen flowing in this seated Chair Aerobics class. This class benefits the most important muscle in your body, the heart, with a low intensity pace and set time for keeping your heart rate elevated.

STRETCH 55+ Fridays at 9:30AM (November 4, 11, 18 & 25 • December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30) Increase your flexibility, strengthen your muscles, increase your endurance and tone your body with the 55+ Senior Stretch and Tone Class. The use of bands, chairs and small balls will also enhance balance and keep you in shape!

WATER WALKING Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:00AM (November 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17 & 29 • December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29) Water Walking is a non-instructor pool workout. It provides the opportunity to get the level of workout you choose and at the pace you feel comfortable. This activity increases range of motion and no stress on your joints.

YOGA Tuesdays at 11:00AM (November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 • December 6, 13, 20 & 27) Suitable for almost all levels of students, Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lenghtening and contracting of our muscles. Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine.

AQUA ZUMBA Thursdays at 10:15AM (November 3, 10, & 17 • December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29) Add some splash to your Zumba with the Aqua Zumba class. This is a low impact, high-energy workout aimed at toning your muscles through the natural resistance of the water.

ZUMBA TONING Wednesdays at 5:30PM (November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • December 7, 14, 21 & 28) If you want to focus on conditioning your muscles with light weight activity, the Zumba Toning is for you! This workout uses lightweight toning sticks and/or dumbbells to help prevent reduction in muscle mass and muscle strength while providing sculpt and tone to your body!

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

To RSVP for Upcoming Activities Email TheClub@FlowersPlantation.com BRUNCH & HOLIDAY HOME TOUR AT OAKWOOD DISTRICT IN RALEIGH Sunday, December 11 Bus leaves at 11:00AM. We will eat brunch at Beasley’s Chicken & Honey. Cost is $35 and includes ticket to home tour, bus transporation and parking.

BINGO RETURNS January 2017 BOOK CLUB RETURNS February 2017 SEE WEBSITE FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES

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HOLIDAY SPA SPECIAL The holidays are a hectic time for all of us. So take a deep breath and relax your mind body and soul. Let your holiday stress melt away as you escape with one of our spa massage services. The Holiday Spa Special includes three 1-hour massages for $150. The Spa is focused on providing you with the personal attention you deserve from a team of skilled massage therapists. After enjoying a treatment, enjoy a relaxing dip in the spa indoor pool and jacuzzi.

Special begins November 21 and runs through December 24 Clients and members can now book their massages online at FlowersPlantation.com or at the Front Desk by calling 919.553.1984 ext. 201

10TH ANNUAL CHR IST MA S TREE LI GHT ING December 3, 2016 • 3:00-6:00PM 120 Flowers Parkway, Clayton, NC

Take part in a Flowers Plantation tradition.

We will have crafts, games, light refreshments and a Bagpipe group. We will also have pictures with Santa at the Traffic Circle. Small gifts will be available for children 11 and under.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE SCHEDULE

Nov. 24 – Closed for Thanksgiving Dec. 3 – The Club closes at 1:00PM for Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony Dec. 4 – The Club closes at 4:00PM for staff Christmas party Dec. 24 – Closed at 1:00PM for Christmas Eve Dec. 25 – Closed for Christmas Dec. 31 – Closed at 3:00PM for New Years Eve Jan. 1 – Closed for New Years Day

NEW Aquatics Progr ams for Adults:

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

FREE SWIMMING STROKE EVALUATION Schedule a FREE 15-minute opportunity with Coach Brooks to give you feedback on how to improve your swimming technique.

Contact Coach Brooks to schedule: CoachBrooks@FlowersPlantation.com 919.553.1984 ext 212

Classes for Levels 3 and 4 available in January

Work with Coach Brooks to improve your swimming efficiency, learn new strokes and ideas on how to use the pool for fitness.

No registration required.

3:00 – 3:30PM 7:00 – 7:30PM 3:00 – 3:30PM 7:00 – 7:30PM 3:00 – 3:30PM 7:00 – 7:30PM 3:00 – 3:30PM

Children’s

Swim Lessons CLUB HOURS

Mon-Thurs 5:30AM – 9PM Friday 5:30AM – 6PM Saturday 8AM – 6PM Sunday Noon – 6PM

Parents should select the appropriate level for their child.

See Level descriptions below. For assistance contact Coach Brooks at 919.553.1984 ext 212 or CoachBrooks@FlowersPlantation.com.

November 14 - 28 Monday Wednesday classes 2:00 – 2:40 pm Level 1 2:50 – 3:30 pm Level 2 4:00 – 4:40 pm Level 1 4:50 – 5:30 pm Level 2

FREE SWIMMING STROKE TECHNIQUE CLASS

Schedule Saturday, Nov. 12 Tuesday, Nov. 15 Monday, Nov. 21 Wednesday, Nov. 30 Sunday, Dec. 4 Monday, Dec. 12 Tuesday, Dec. 20

To register for Group Lessons, visit our online registration for a list of all class availability: FlowersPlantation.com

LEVEL 1: Introduction to Water Skills For children who are not yet comfortable in the water.

Kids are taught basic skills including putting face in the water, blowing bubbles, floating positions on front and back (with support), and introduction of arm and leg action.

LEVEL 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills For children who are not yet comfortable in the water.

Kids are taught basic skills including front and back float (5 seconds, without support), putting head underwater, swimming five yards on front and back without support.

Private & group swim lessons are available for children ages 3 and older, with daytime and afternoon options.

Contact Coach Brooks to schedule at CoachBrooks@FlowersPlantation.com or call 919.553.1984 ext 212

FAMILY SWIM HOURS Mon-Thurs 4PM – 7PM Sat-Sun 12PM – 3PM

KIDS CLUB HOURS Mon-Thurs 8AM – 12:30PM and 4PM – 8PM Fri-Sat 8AM – 12:30PM CLOSED SUNDAY

PARKS & R ECREATI ON

BAL L RO O M DA NCI NG

November 17, 2016 • 7:00PM Cost: FREE (space is limited and first come, first serve) Come join us for the last Ballroom Dance Instruction of 2016. It’s About Dance will be present providing their professional expertise.

TO REGISTER & RSVP EMAIL: COACHKURT@FLOWERSPLANTATION.COM Sponsored by: It’s About Dance

YOUTH PROGRAMS

ADULT PROGRAMS

A NIGHT OF PERFUMES

November 3 7:00 PM • Ages 16+ Cost: $75 for members $85 for non-members Members and guests will have the opportunity to design their own perfume with a world re-known perfume designer.

SUPER MICRO HEROES

November 4, 11 & 18 10:00-11:00AM • Ages 4 to 5 Cost: $20 | $25 Non-Members A three-part Super Micro Heroes Adventure with Super Hero training, cape making, and a guest to save Flowers Plantation!

GOBBLE TILL YOU WOBBLE ‑ 5K

Saturday, November 12 9:00AM • Ages: 13+ Cost: $25 5K with proceeds benefiting the Food Bank of NC. T-shirts, awards & prizes provided.

FLOWERS PLANTATION HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO

Saturday, January 14 10:00AM-2:00PM • Ages: All Cost: FREE Over 40 vendors, multiple demonstrations & prizes await the particpants of this years Health & Fitness Expo.

FLOWERS PLANTATION NIGHT AT THE HURRICANES Saturday, January 14 • 7:00PM Cost: TBD The Carolina Hurricanes take on the NY Islanders on the ice!

GOBBLE TILL YOU WOBBLE ‑ 1-MILER Saturday, November 12 10:30AM • Ages: All Cost: 2 cans of food for donation 1-mile walk/run around Club Lake via our new greenway. Come by, drop off your donations, meet your neighbors and our sponsors.

5K & 1-Miler Sponsored by: Escentuelle & Quintessential Wellness

Register for all events at

FlowersPlantation.com/Life-at-Flowers-Plantation/Parks-Recreation

AVAILABLE RENTALS 6 | TREASURE

GUEST HOUSE 3 bedroom, 2 bath, on lake, master on main. Club membership included. Monthly rent $1,500.

Available January 1st.

N E W S L E TTE R | Nov/Dec 2016

CARRIAGE APARTMENT FULLY FURNISHED down to linens & towels. 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment on a lake, newly renovated, granite countertops, stainless appliances, washer/dryer and club membership included. Monthly rent of $1,200.

Available March 1, 2017.

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– Nov/Dec 2016 – F I TNE SS C AL ENDAR AQUA*

10:40 AM Mondays – Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:15 AM Wednesdays – Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 10:00 AM Fridays – Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 • Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 This workout is an excellent non-impact way to build strength, reduce body fat, and increase flexibility. Due to the constant resistance provided by the water all around you, virtually everything you do while you are in the water can be considered a fitness activity.

BUTZ N GUTZ

9:40 AM Wednesdays – Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 Get your booty in shape by sculpting your glutes, hamstrings, thighs and abs while using weights, bands & balls.

CARDIO CAMP

9:00 AM Mondays – Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 9:00 AM Wednesdays – Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 This class is designed to push your endurance to the limit. Treadmills, spin bikes, recumbent bikes, ellipitcal, weights, large balls and bands can be used in this class layout.

CHAIR AEROBICS* 10:10 AM Mondays – Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26

Chair Aerobics is a muscular strength and range of movement class combined with a cardio segment. It is a combination of weights and bands using the chair and weights.

Work the body from top to bottom.

CYCLE

9:00 AM Fridays – Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 • Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

An instructor will lead participants in an indoor cycling session designed to simulate all-terrain situations. Movements will include hill climbs, sprints and interval training.

STRETCH 55+* 9:30 AM Friday – Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 • Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Stretch 55 plus is composed of gentle stretching exercises using bands, chairs, and small balls.

TABATA

6:00 AM Tuesdays – Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 • Dec. 6, 13, 20 & 27

High intensity interval training that follows a specific format: 20 seconds of a very high intesity excercise, 10 seconds of rest, Repeat 8 times for a total of 4 minutes.

WATER WALKING* 9:30 AM Tuesdays & Thursdays – Nov. 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17 & 29 • Dec. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29

Water Walking is a non-instructor led pool workout. It provides the opportunity to get the level of workout you are looking for and at the pace you set for yourself.

YOGA*

11:00 AM Tuesdays – Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 • Dec. 6, 13, 20 & 27

Suitable for almost all levels of students, Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lengthening and contracting of our muscles. Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine.

ZUMBA 6:00 PM Mondays – Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:00 AM Tuesdays – Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 • Dec. 6, 13, 20 & 27 6:00 PM Wednesdays – Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 A Latin-inspired dance fitness class choreographed into fun, entertaining, heart pounding and sweat producing workouts!

ZUMBA AQUA* 10:15 AM Thursdays – Nov. 3, 10, & 17 • Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

NO EXCUSES

Zumba Aqua is water dancing with low impact and intensity due to being in the water!

A fun and fast moving circuit training class that involves intervals of aerobic and strength stations.

ZUMBA TONING* 5:30 PM Wednesdays – Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 • Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28

9:00 AM Tuesdays – Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 • Dec. 6, 13, 20 & 27

PILATES

Zumba Toning uses lightweight toning sticks or dumbbells as an effective way to add a little weighted activity to your fitness workout!

7:15 PM Mondays – Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 8:30 AM Saturdays – Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • Dec. 3, 10 & 17

A body conditioning routine that builds flexibility, develops long, lean muscles, strengthens endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips and back. Emphasis is on spinal and pelvic alignment, breathing to relieve stress and oxygen flow to muscles.

PLATE

9:35 AM Mondays – Nov. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 This workout consists of 12 full body/core excersies utilizing a weight plate to strengthen all major muscle groups.

SEE WEBSITE FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES *Denotes activites specially designed for Adults 55+

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A Hidden Treasure Within Reach Flowers Plantation is located on NC 42 East, two miles outside of Clayton, NC. With access to major transportation routes including I-40, I-95, US 70 and 64, just minutes away. A quick trip to the mountains or beach is just under three hours and a convenient commute into Raleigh is only 25 minutes.

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