Official Fit Tested /Fit Approved GWFF Events
September 5 –11, 2016 Festival Event Information (Schedule subject to change)
The 3rd Annual and Fastest Growing Fitness Festival in the Region! If it's been awhile since you've exercised and/or you have health issues or concerns, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor before starting an exercise routine and/or participating in programming‌. Go at your own pace!!!
Sponsors/ Partners (partial list –more updates prior to Fitness Festival) Contact us at gafitfestival@gmail.com to support this movement!!
Lighthouse Nursing Agency Jazz on the Dock
Host of Event Location Hosts, Committee Member Hosts, Celebrity Partners, and more
September 5, 2016 Monday Activities GWFF Partner Event— Labor Day Race 2016 Come join us for a family-friendly Macon tradition. Both the 5K and 10K races feature fast, point-to-point courses that lead through downtown Macon and into Central City Park. The race features chip timing and both courses are USATF certified and can serve as a qualifier for next year’s Peachtree Road Race. Participants receive a technical fabric, gender-specific shirt. For even more fun, enter one of the team competitions. There will be special kids’ activities at the park near the finish line, including inflatables, snow cones, cotton candy, music, and more. Send an e-mail to macontracks@macontracks.org or check www.macontracks.org for complete, updated race details. GWFF Partner Activity—Sandy Beach/ Lake Tobesokee. There will be an opportunity to sign up for boxing on the beach with Todd Davis. GWFF will be giving out a pair of boxing gloves to a lucky participant or two!! Like him on Facebook for more information on pricing. Also please note the Water Park will be open for additional opportunities to get your fitness on!!! Take a picture doing an activity on the beach for the chance to win a Fitbit!!! Meatless Challenge with Crystal Hart…. GWFF One Week Challenge. For guidance during this process, Crystal Hart will lead the Facebook challenge group starting Sept 5 ...Look out for the Meatless Challenge Facebook page for more information. We will be posting tips, recipes and inspirational stories. If it's been awhile since you've exercised and you have health issues or concerns, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor before starting an exercise routine and/or this challenge.
Park Appreciation Week - Enjoy one of our beautiful Parks!! Thank you Parks and Recreation!!
September 6, 2016 Tuesday Activities GWFF Government Outreach throughout the state. The Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival is headquartered in Middle Georgia with the ultimate goal of serving the entire state by the 2017 Festival. If your city/ county government would like to participate, email us at gafitfestival@gmail.com for more information. GWFF Partner Activity—Open House (4 free classes) at Hometown Yoga: 4537 Forsyth Road Macon, Georgia 31210 Contact Rachel Sabbath Gerrity or visit http:// hometownyogamacon.com for more information on times.
GWFF Partner Activity—Bike Ride by Bike Macon from Tattnall to Kinetix for the event listed below. Group will meet at Tattnall Square Park by 5:00 pm and leave location by 5:15 pm. Antique Bike Show and Marshall Taylor Movie 6 pm to 8 pm Kinetix Downtown. Spin Class by Amber Jones on the inside at 6 pm… Movie at 7:00 pm. Bike and table information will be setup during this time. Feel free to ride your bike !! Information on bike safety, equipment and more from our local bike stores. Host: Donald Druitt and Colby Cain. SKYFIT at SKYZONE Macon from 8 pm—9 pm!! Burn up to 1,000 calories an hour on our wall-to-wall trampolines! SkyFit is lowimpact, healthy fun that combines calisthenics, core exercises and strength-building aerobics. Join us 245 Tom Hill Sr. Boulevard Suite 100B, Macon, GA 31210. The Cost is $10 (not including socks) Special thanks to Camden Stephens and the entire crew….. http:// www.skyzone.com/macon. A healthier you is just a jump away!
September 7, 2016 Wednesday Activities GWFF School Outreach throughout the state. The Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival is headquartered in Middle Georgia with the ultimate goal of serving the entire state by the 2017 Festival. If your school/ school district would like to participate, email us at gafitfestival@gmail.com for more information. GWFF Partner Activity—Food and You with the Witty Mediator Brenda Sutton with special guest Tasha “Salad Queen” Williams and Stephanie “Food Prep” Barboza. The event is free and will be hosted at Ampersand Guild from 6 pm to 7 pm. Please register on Eventbite or / gafitfestival@gmail.com or/ by messaging Brenda Sutton. Seats are filling up fast.
GWFF Partner Activity—Biking -The Bike Store in Warner Robins) Recovery Ride & Beginner's Ride Both Rides will depart from The Bike Store at 6:00 p.m. Beginner's Ride: 10 Miles in Length (NO DROP RIDE) Recovery Ride: 25-30 Miles in Length (1517 mph). Visit their website for more information at www.bikestorewr.com Rides Leave Promptly at Designated Time and go to wwwbikestorewr.com for Rules of the Road.
GWFF Signature Event—Community Picnic in celebration of the Mulberry Market…. The picnic will be from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. See attached flyer for more information…….. Free event and open to the public!! Special thanks to Talibah Rashun and Ryan Saddler
September 8, 2016 Thursday Activities
GWFF Partner Event On Point Fitness BOOTCAMP with Fairlissie Odom at North Macon Park 5:30 pm— 6:30 pm Contact Fairlissie English Odom or Enos Curry for more information. Be ready to move!! GWFF Partner Event Walk Georgia in partnership with The Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival lead by We are Fitness Janice Shepherd invites you to come to our community walk day!!! Warm up at 6:15 pm and Walk starts at 6:30 pm. Water will be provided. Music by Dj PHI GWFF Partner Event KHICKS Ballroom Dance class Instructor: Ken Hicks American Legion1523 Moody Road, Warner Robins Thursday, 7:00pm—Special thanks to Lashoine Melton for being the committee host!!
September 9, 2016 Friday Activities GWFF Partner Event Bootcamp with Dee Henry at her studio in Byron, Georgia. Special Festival Price of $2 and class starts promptly at 5 am!! Come and get Amped with the D Squad!!
————————————————————————Open House at Lacellusleek Studio with Darlene Williams 5 :00 pm—6:00 PM at 175 New Street Suite 2. Perfect event before the fitness competition.
__________________________________ GWFF Signature Event FITTY AWARDS and Luncheon Time: 12 noon Macon Centreplex—go to Eventbrite for your tickets!!! GWFF Signature Event GWFF Fitness Competition Time: 7:00 PM Macon Centreplex—go to Eventbrite for your tickets!!!
“FITTY” Fitness Award (Categories)
Best Gym
Favorite Personal Trainer
Biggest Fitness Inspiration
Healthiest Restaurant
Favorite Athletic Gear Store
Favorite Yoga Instructor
Favorite Dance Instructor
Favorite Bootcamp
Favorite Supplement Store
Best Nutritionist
Best Massage Therapist
Favorite Wellness Advisor
Best Community Garden
Favorite Park
Fitness Competition (Categories) 1. Hottest Mom (Female - one or two piece swimsuit/ boy shorts) 2.Hottest Dad (Male -trunks) 3.Best Bikini Body (Female - two piece swimsuit) 4.Best Gym Body (Female - two piece swimsuit and Male trunks) 5.Best Body Over 50 (Female - one or two piece swimsuit ) 6.Hottest Man in Uniform 7.Fitness Look Showdown 8.Best in Show!!
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September 10, 2016 Saturday Activities GWFF Partner Activity—Amerson Park Community 5K with First Baptist Church at Amerson Water Park .. Special thanks to Renita Patterson and the Let’s Move Macon Movement. Registration starts at 7:30 am and all levels of fitness are welcomed!! Application in packet Inviting walking / running groups to come and support this event. GWFF Partner Activity—Amerson Park Middle Georgia Paddler Event starting at 10:00 am a paddling clinic (by Jimmy Jones - certified instructor) and then paddle. Amerson North to Amerson South. Open to all. No registration, but people will have to sign releases. GWFF Partner Event with AOA Crossfit
Register on www.crossfitaoa.com
GWFF supports our Farmer’s Markets. We are encouraging all residents to visit the Wesleyan and Macon Farmer’s Market for their fresh food needs. Yoga at Tattnall Square Park with Gwen Wilson from 9 am to 10 am. Bring your mat and be ready to Namaste!! Get your official Yoga in the Park shirt and wear on September 10!
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September 10, 2016 Saturday Activities Middle Georgia Tennis Tournament…. An entry level Junior tournament is coming!!! Tattnall Square Tennis Center will host a tournament on September 10-11 (entries close on September 6). Entrylevel means your beginner/intermediate player can receive great experience playing matches. See the link below for official details. http://tennislink.usta.com/tournaments/TournamentHome/Tournament.aspx?T=177594
GWFF Signature Event—Hip Hop Showcase Time: 3:00 PM Macon Mall See flyer for more information!!!
Don’t forget this is Park Appreciation.. Go Out and Enjoy yourselves!!
September 11, 2016 Sunday Activities Earn your Breakfast Bootcamp with Shawn Mclendon on Coleman Hill. See Flyer for additional information.
GWFF Signature Event YOGA FEST Ocmulgee National Monument (Hiking) 9:30 am Hike 10: 30 am Meditation 11:00 Yoga Ocmulgee National Monument—Tour and invitation to eat lunch at the picnic area. …. Healthy bag lunches _____________________________________________________________________ Sunday—Be Fit Bootcamp at 6:45 pm in Perry Georgia with Brandon Alexander—See Flyer for more information. __________________________________________
GWFF Signature Dance Party Sunday - (Dance) 5 pm—GWFF Dance Party—Zumba, Shbam, Bollywood, Modern (Mama Mia, Janice Sheppard) and our celebrity guest Tammy McCall Browning Sunday—6 pm—Jazz on the Dock—Ending Festival Concert (Bob Fickling, DJ PHI)
September 5 –11, 2016
Event Flyers/ Information
The 3rd Annual and Fastest Growing Fitness Festival in the Region!
Official Fit Tested /Fit Approved GWFF Events
GWFF 2016 Celebrity Ambassador Ethel Richardson
GWFF 2016 Celebrity Ambassador Sam Bryant
2016 GWFF Celebrity Guest Tammy McCall Browning
Special thanks to our sponsors and partners for their support… We couldn’t have become the fastest growing fitness festival without you!!! It is not too late to be a part of the Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival by becoming a sponsor, volunteering, participating and being a vendor. A Sponsor list will be updated by Friday so stay tuned!! Call us today at (478) 747-7920 or gafitfestival@gmail.com
————————————————————————————————-Don’t forget Guest Pass Monday on September 12, 2016! GWFF Festival Headquarters 555 Poplar Street Macon, Georgia 31201
Ms. Charise Stephens Festival Founder/ FIT TV Host
GWFF Founder’s Information
Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival Additional Information
The 3rd Annual and Fastest Growing Fitness Festival in the Region!
Official Fit Tested /Fit Approved GWFF Events
The Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival (GWFF) is a year round fitness outreach program that culminates with a yearly annual fitness festival. GWFF started in 2014 with 5 events with about 1,500 participants, we had 9 events in 2015 with about 4,000 participants and this year we are estimating reaching 15,000 people during a week long (September 5 –11, 2016) celebration of fitness and wellness in Georgia. Our strategic plan is to make Middle Georgia a wellness and fitness hub for the state of Georgia and the Southeast region. We are completing this mission by supporting/ partnering/promoting /developing/ or participating in over 140 fitness events (and counting) since 2013, hosting a 30 minute Fitness Show called “FIT TV”, developing the first regional fitness guide, developing community fitness resource one pagers/FIT NEWS, awarding local “Biggest Losers” and GWFF Fitness Ambassadors, and more. We have been busy!!! ————————————————————————————————————Hope to have you on board for 2017!!!! Get FIT TESTED/ FIT APPROVED!!!
GEORGIA WELLNESS AND FITNESS FESTIVAL FIT TV FIT GUIDE FIT NEWS FITTY AWARDS FIT KIDS FIT TESTED / FIT TESTED EVENTS ONLINE TRAINING
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