June News from the Rockwell Collins Recreation Center

Thinking about what to do with your kids this summer? Get them a membership at the Rec! Shoot hoops, play racquetball, use the treadmills, sports park or even introduce them to Zumba® and other group fitness classes! Eligible children ages 7-23 are invited to join the Rec this summer for only $85 plus tax. Please note that usage restrictions do exist for those ages 7-11. For more information and to sign-up please contact the Front Desk at 295-2552.

Free Trial Month Rec Center Membership in July

If you have been waiting for the renovation to be done to join or rejoin the Rockwell Collins Rec Center NOW is your chance! We are offering a free one-month punch card membership during the month of July to eligible Rec Center non-members. Punch card is good from July 1st to July 31st and allows card holders to take advantage of all non-fee facility equipment and programs. Stop in at the Rec Center Front Desk to pick up your punch card in July. Participants will have to provide proof of eligibility and sign a waiver.

Enjoy a Healthy Lunch at the Rec Center?

Beginning Monday, July 9th you can grab a healthy sack lunch on your way out of the Rec Center for just $4.00! Aramark will be providing healthy selections for Rec Center members on the go.

Free Tasting Event

Partipate in a healthy food sample tasting over the lunch hour on Monday, June 25th courtesy of Aramark.

June 2012

Newsletter

"Let the Games Begin"

Annual Outdoor Celebrate Summer Class Held in Sports Park

The Rec Center will host it's annual Celebrate Summer Outdoor Summer Class on Wednesday, June 20, 5:30-6:15 PM.

This year's theme will be "Let the Games Begin: Go for the Gold! Summer Games 2012"

The event will be held in the Sports Park. Fun games include: Olympic torch relay, tug of war, hula hoop contests, balloon sandwich race, sack races and more. Put your fun hat on and join us!

...Speaking of Gold!

ZUMBA Gold® classes (beginning June 1)

Tuesday, 1:35-2:25 PM w/Nancy

Friday, 9:20-10:05 AM w/Amy M

ZUMBA Gold® targets the largest growing segment of the population: baby boomers. It takes the ZUMBA formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the ZUMBA Fitness-Party is known for.

New Front Desk in Operation June 9th!

Exciting News! Beginning Saturday, June 9th Rec Center Staff will begin welcoming you at the updated front entrance and desk. It has been a long Winter and Spring of renovation work here at the Rec Center and we sincerely appreciate your patience through all the changes. We look forward to serving you in our newly updated facility!

NOTE: THE FITNESS CLASSROOM WILL BE GETTING NEW FLOORING! The installation will likely begin in June and last for two weeks. Watch for Fitness Class Schedule Changes to be posted.

Still Spots in WATTS

Training for athletes ages 12-18 begins June 11th

Weights-Agility-Technical-Training-Supervision is an 8-week Rec Center sponsored program for all athletes ages 12-18. Give your young athlete an advantage through WATTS instruction. Focus is on supervised weight training, core strengthening, plyometric and speed workouts. This program is monitored and developed by Rockwell Collins Rec Center Fitness Specialists.

Times: 8-9:30 a.m. or 10-11:30 a.m.

Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays

Cost: $195.00 (must be a Rec Center Member to participate)

When: June 11-August 2

Registration for the program is available at the Front Desk. For more information and program details please contact Jeff at 319-295-0016 or Jamie at 319-295-1632.

Get MAX10® Fit for Summer 2012!

Registration Begins June 6th with Orientation June 30th

MAX10® is the premier 10-week weight loss and bodyshaping program! MAX10® is specifically designed for EVERY BODY! Utilizing fitness kickboxing, resistance training, and a natural health perspective, MAX10® can help you achieve optimal health and fitness in a supportive, encouraging atmosphere.

NEW FOR SUMMER: We will be adding two new components to this already great program.

(1) Come try out TRX® Suspension Training as part of the MAX10® Program! TRX® Suspension Training builds strength, flexibility and your core at the same time using all bodyweight exercises!

(2) MAX10®'s new "Outdoor Weekend Warrior Training" (O.W.W.T.) will be held Saturdays at 10:15AM! This will be an outdoor "bootcamp-style" class that will make you sweat!

Come see why MAX10 is® the fastest growing fitness program in Cedar Rapids. Registration for the summer session begins June 6. Orientation is June 30th! Grab a friend and join the MAX10® crew! You can visit MAX10® at www.max10fit.com.

New Pilates Session and Mat Class

For those new to the Pilates program, group Intro to Reformer Pilates will be offered:

Mon/Wed June 11, 13, 18, 20 from 6:45-7:45pm

Tu/Th June 12,14, 19, 21 from 12:00-1:00pm

Cost is $25 + tax. Sign up at the Rec Center Front Desk for Introductory classes beginning June 1st.

NEW Class next session: Mat Pilates on the Arc

Cost $3/class more details coming soon!

Pre Natal Pilates continues - Friday mornings 9:40-10:25am. Contact Bonnie at 295-0066 for more information.

The next Pilates session will run from June 25-August 18th. Sign up for the next 8-week session will start on Monday June 18th

Get Suspended!

TRX® Free Demos Continue

Looking to add something new to your workout routine? Why not try TRX® Suspension Training? The following class demo times are available in June:

Wednesday 12:10-12:55 PM

Wednesday 6:30-7:15 PM

Thursday 10:30-11:15 AM

Thursday 5:30-6:15 PM

Friday 4:15-5:00 PM

Join the Suspension by signing up for

a free TRX® demo class at the

Rec Center Front Desk today!

Fill the Turf!

Four Outdoor Fitness Classes Offered Free to Eligible Non-Members

Join in the Fun at the Sports Park Field Turf (next to the softball fields) by participating in the following outdoor classes which are open to Rec Center members and free to eligible non-members.

Outdoor Fitness Yoga - Friday 12:10-12:55pm. Please bring your yoga mat to class.

Outdoor Zumba® - Monday 6:30-7:15pm and Friday 5:30-6:15pm. Ditch the workout! Join the party! Dance away your worries!

OMG! (Oh, my glutes) and Core - 12:10-12:55pm. Isolate your glutes and core for a fantastic workout that will have you coming back for more.

Please note: all outdoor class participants will be asked to sign a liability waiver before each class.

Outdoor Basic Training

Sign up Now at the Front Desk

Another option for outdoor enthusiasts is Outdoor Basic Training. The next session runs July 10-August 30th. Cost for this class is $48.00 and will be refunded to participants who attend 12 out of the sixteen sessions. For more information please contact Brenda at 295-0039 or check out the flyer at: http://www.rockwellcollinsreccenter.com/OBT%20second%20session%202012.pdf.

Sneak Preview

Upcoming SilverSneakers® and Retiree Events

June Osteo Prevention Class is Full!

If you attended the Osteoporosis presentation and signed up for the Osteo Prevention Class it will begin Monday, June 4th at 9am in the High Court with Physical Therapist, Jane Thurm. The class will continue Mondays and Wednesdays through June 20th (Six classes in all).

Don't Miss the July Osteo Prevention Class

A second three-week (6 session) introduction class will begin in July and sign-up for this next session is currently being taken at the Recreation Center Front Desk. Learn proper posture and movements to help prevent falls and fractures.

New Coffee Club

Information Coming Soon!

SilverSneakers® fitness classes available Weekdays

The class schedule with descriptions is available at the SilverSneakers® message center or at rockwellcollinsreccenter.com. To register for programming please contact the front desk at 319-295-2552. For more information on SilverSneakers® events and services please contact Deb Duff at 319.295.0017.

For more information regarding any of the Rec Center's programs or services, please call 319.295.2552, or visit us online at www.rockwellcollinsreccenter.com.