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■ ADAPTED AQUA ZUMBA Ages 8+ Come join us for a dance party in the water. Our certified Aqua Zumba instructor will lead participants through a fun but challenging, water-based, body-toning workout. Each participant can move at their own pace while following along with the instructor and the music. This program is modified for individuals with special needs. Questions contact Veronica Laughman 703-792-8066 May 6-27 / 5:25p-6:15p F $45 240001 CA Jun 3-24 / 5:25p-6:15p F $45 240001 CB Jul 8-29 / 5:25p-6:15p F $45 240001 CC Aug 5-26 / 5:25p-6:15p F $45 240001 CD

■ ADAPTED FLATWATER KAYAKING Ages 10+ Come experience the freedom and joy of paddle sports! Our user-friendly kayaks and adapted programs instructors will help participants become comfortable with using Kayaks on the water. Parents and siblings are encouraged to register as well. Paddle sports can become a fun family activity! Participants must be able to keep a life vest on while on the water, stay seated in the boat, and close lips and hold breath in case of submersion. All participants should bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Class will meet at the Marina to the left of the rental building May 15 / 10:15a-12p Sun $25 240001 LA Jun 4 / 10:15a-12p Sat $25 240001 LB Jul 16 / 10:15a-12p Sat $25 240001 LC

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■ Birchdale Community Center ■ Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center ■ George Hellwig Memorial Park ■ Lake Ridge Park ■ Pat White Center at Ben Lomond ■ Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center ■ ADAPTED ZUMBA Ages 6+ Looking for an energized outdoor activity that rolls fun and fitness all into one? Our adapted Zumba class is just what you need! Everyone is welcome! This 4 week class is outdoors on our universal baseball field at George Hellwig Memorial Park. Our Zumba instructor will guide participants through a variety of dance routines with modifications for all abilities. Please be sure to bring a water bottle.

May 4-25 / 6p-6:45p W $40 240001 EA Jun 8-29 / 6p-6:45p W $40 240001 EB Jul 6-27 / 6p-6:45p W $40 240001 EC

■ ART EXPRESSIONS Ages 13+ Join us for a fun, creative, and social event! Run by a recreation therapist, Art Expressions will encourage participants to explore different mediums of art, while addressing, physical, cognitive and social skills. At the end of each session participants will leave with an original art piece. May 14 / 12:30p-1:30p Sat $20 240001 IA Jun 11 / 12:30p-1:30p Sat $20 240001 IB Jul 9 / 12:30p-1:30p Sat $20 240001 IC Aug 13 / 12:30p-1:30p Sat $20 240001 ID

■ SENSORY EXPLORATIONS *NEW* Ages 2-4 Encourage your child to explore their senses through play! This class, run by a recreation therapist, will include a variety of activities that encourage children to explore with their senses through crafts, games, gross motor and fine motor play. May 20 / 10a-10:45a Jun 17 / 10a-10:45a Jul 29 / 10a-10:45a Aug 19 / 10a-10:45a F $12 240001 BA F $12 240001 BB F $12 240001 BC F $12 240001 BD

■ YOGA FOR YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES *NEW* Ages 12-18 This class is specifically designed for adolescents with disabilities. Research shows that teaching yoga to youth can help improve behavior, attention, focus, and social skills. Physically, it can increase strength, coordination, bilateral integration, and even fine motor skills. Class is built around feeling, imagination, exploration, and play while practicing Yoga. Class will be conducted by a teacher certified in disability Yoga Training . May 11-Jun 15 / 5p-6p W $108 240001 DB

Come On Get Happy

April 30 • 10 am - 12 pm • $8 Ages 6+ Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center

Come out and experience the scientifically proven recreational activities that bring joy and happiness to your mind. Become one with nature. Practice Yoga. Create art. Have fun with food. Find inner peace and joy through reflection, mindfulness, movement, and purpose.

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Want more information on Prince William County Parks, Recreation & Tourism’s Outdoor Fitness Programs or have a suggestion for a new outdoor fitness program? We would love to hear from you. See page 27 or email us: cfermin@pwcgov.org

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