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Fall Family Fling Saturday, September 10 • 10 AM - 1 PM
Experience Tiny Dancers, Lil’ Kickers, Lil’ Hoopers and Cheer Classes. Free Zumba®, Group Cycling, PowerStrike and more group class demonstrations. Everyone’s invited to join in! Door prize drawings!
One Day Only Special reduced enrollment fee to new or rejoining members! Events sponsored by the Alaska National Guard include: •Big Glove Boxing • Jousting Pit • Inflatable Obstacle Course • Rock Wall • Rockband Setup and more!
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