Specialty
Classes
During each semester we also offer progressive Specialty
classes, with each week's instruction building on the prior
classes. These classes include Belly Dance, Bollywood Dance,
Hip Hop, Meditation, Ice
skating, Scuba Diving, Swim
Programs, Fit Mamas, Ballet, Salsa, BOSU Equilibrium & many
more offerings that are listed below.
Due to the specialized subject matter, smaller size and more
intensive focus of the instructor, there is a fee for all members
to attend these classes. Non-MAC or Hemenway members are eligible
to participate only as the partner of a Harvard affiliate in
classes requiring a partner. Specialty classes are offered at the
beginning of each semester; schedules will be posted in the weeks
preceding the sign-up period. Please note: purchasing specialty
class access does not grant you facility access. Facility access
(membership) must be purchased through the ticket office. Go to the
memberships link of the website or call (617) 495-2211.
Summer 2012 classes will run
July 9th - August 3rd.
Registration will be
available on this website between June 25 -
July 5th.
Please note: purchasing
specialty classes does not give you facility
access.
You must have recreation
facility membership in order to participate.
Please contact the ticket
office (617) 495-2211 or http://recreation.gocrimson.com to
purchase facility access.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Payment is due
upon registration. Early registration is encouraged as space
is limited. There is a $10.00 late fee for all registrations on and
after July 5t,h assuming space is still available. Course fees
cannot be prorated. Refunds are granted at the discretion of
the Management and only prior to the registration deadline
(7/5). Otherwise credit may be applied toward another
Recreation program or service. Minimum of 10 participants
required to offer each course. Register early to avoid class
cancelation due to low enrollment.
Course
Fees:
4 week session
Students: TBD
Non-students (Recreation member): TBD
Spring 2012 class
descriptions
Please note, based on instructor and space
availability, we may or may not offer the same classes for
Summer. Please check back in early June for a complete list
of classes and descriptions.
Hemenway
Descriptions:
Ballet for the
Complete Beginner: Have you ever wanted to take
ballet, but thought it was too late to start? This class offers a
basic ballet class for the absolute beginner of any age and level
of dance experience. We will focus on basic ballet positions and
vocabulary, while paying special attention to posture, core
strength, and body control. Beginning with exercises at the
ballet barre, we will build an understanding of the movement behind
the ballet art form and complete a full class that will consist of
short center floor exercises as well as traveling combinations
across the floor. This class is for the complete beginner—no
shoes, leotards, or tights are required; however comfortable,
form-fitting clothing (i.e. yoga pants, T-shirt or tank top) is
preferred. Dates: Tuesdays, February 14th-April 10th NO
CLASS March 13th 8-8:55pm INSTRUCTOR: Lotsie Cash
Ballet for the Returning
Dancer: Designed for those with some previous dance
experience, this class is for the student wishing to begin dancing
again. A gentle reintroduction to a full ballet class, we'll focus
on reviewing positions, work on flexibility, strength and balance,
and will progress through a complete ballet barre to do some center
floor work. The pace of this class will be a bit quicker than
the basic beginner course, and the class will focus on brushing up
on the basics as well as learning new steps. No extensive ballet
knowledge is assumed, just a general comfort level with basic
positions and class format. No shoes, leotards, or tights are
required, but comfortable, form-fitting clothing is preferred.
Dates: Tuesdays, February 14th-April 10th NO CLASS March
13th 9-9:55pm INSTRUCTOR: Lotsie Cash
***
Belly Dance Level
1: Discover the art of Belly dance. This class is
for everyone who wants to learn this beautiful dance and get a
cardio workout and all over body toning. You will learn body
isolations and graceful rhythmic movements from fast and fiery
hip-work, shimmies, and locks to slow and sensual snake arms,
camels, belly rolls, figure eights and more. Each class will build
upon the next as you learn movements and short combinations.
Benefits include: increased strength and fluidity throughout the
boy along with improved posture and cardio vascular health. Wear
comfortable workout clothes and no shoes or soft soled dance shoes.
Dates: Mondays, February 13th-April 9th NO CLASS March 12th
7-7:55pm INSTRUCTOR: Johara
***
Extreme
Bootcamp: Get your day started with this
fast-paced, action-packed, high-energy class that combines sports
drills with resistance training. This class requires no previous
training and will challenge beginners as well as push even the most
advanced to the maximum. The class includes flexibility,
plyometrics, abdominals, agility training, core strengthening,
short distance jogging, sprints, and overall
conditioning. It’s like a double shot of espresso!
Dates: Fridays, February 17th-April 13th NO CLASS March
16th 7:15-8:10am INSTRUCTOR: Kerry Antunes
***
HIP/HOP
MTV Dance: Come and learn the most
popular dance moves from current recording artists including Lady
Gaga, Beyonce & more! This is a continuous movement class that
is a high-energy mix of hip-hop, MTV style dance moves and a few
splashes of jazz. Some dance experience is helpful but not
necessary. Wear sturdy shoes and be ready to
workout! Dates: Wednesdays, February 15th-April 11th
NO CLASS March 14th 7:15-8:10pm INSTRUCTOR: Cristina
Hoff
***
NIA: Nia is
the ultimate “love your body workout” that stimulates
and integrates your body, mind and spirit. Nia combines dance,
martial arts, and yoga with hot music, physical conditioning and
mindfulness, in a playful environment that encourages sensory
awareness and fosters self-expression. This Nia series will teach
you to increase strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance at a
pace that is perfectly suited for YOUR body, while feeling GOOD and
having FUN!
Dates: Fridays, February
17th-April 13th NO CLASS March 16th 5:30-6:25pm INSTRUCTOR:
Julianne Corey
***
Operation Strappy
Dress: Do you want to shed those extra pounds and
get those arms toned and ready for your little black dress? Join
this class and we will get you ready to rock your strappy dress
diva style. Whether you want to feel confident on a first date, at
an upcoming wedding or special event, this is the class for you.
This class Will give you a program to target all the essential
areas and leave everyone else jealous of your little strappy dress!
Dates: Tuesdays, February 14th-April 10th NO CLASS March
13th 1:15-2:10pm INSTRUCTOR: Kerry Antunes
***
Yoga for Pain and Injury
Relief: Are you tired of back pain and aching
joints, or recovering from an injury? Learn how to bring fresh
oxygen, blood, and nerve energy into your painful areas
while you release tensions from the body that may
be keeping you from performing at your fullest. In this 8 week
class we will learn how to access and relax hardened muscles that
have been used to stabilize any injury or imbalance through the
body. Yoga can reduce your body's tension in reaction to pain or
injury, and provide an opportunity to "move through" the pain
instead of resisting it. We will strengthen the body through
standing poses; open the hips, shoulders, and back, use breathing
exercises, meditation training, and relaxation to help release
unnecessary tension in the body. Dates: Thursdays, February
16th-April 12th NO CLASS March 15th 4-4:55pm INSTRUCTOR: Sarah
Baumert
Malkin
Athletic Center Descriptions
For questions about MAC classes,
please contact Area Fitness Program Manager Dawn Stenis at
macfit@fas.harvard.edu or call at 617-496-8770.
Pilates Mat
Fundamentals - the Secret Weapon
Great for those looking to enhance physical potential, or to simply
prevent injury & increase fitness & enjoyment of physical
activity. Strengthen the key "powerhouse" postural muscles while
engaging the entire body for an energizing, but gentle &
gradual increase in postural fitness & body awareness. If you
feel something is missing in your exercise program, or find
yourself cycling between periods of activity & less activity or
minor injury, this may be the solution. If you already know Pilates
& core work is making the difference for you, join us &
increase your mastery. We use a variety of small props, including
Bosus & rings. This class has a flowing quality, &
individualized attention assures you get that Pilates look &
feel & leave this class feeling toned, energized, &
vibrant. Dates: Wednesdays February 15-April
11. (No class March 14th.) Time: 7:15-8:10 am.
Instructor: MJ Kenney
***
Pilates
With Bosus & Balls - Advanced-&-Advancing
(Intermediate) CANCELED DUE TO LOW
ENROLLMENT. Level Take it to your personal next
level & get deeper into your core body workout as you increase
the balance challenge. Using the best of the latest tools for the
mat workout, we build on existing core strength &
proprioceptive awareness, expanding that inner glow dynamically in
three dimensions with lengthening, sculpting & integrative work
from the Pilates playbook of an experienced teacher. Open to all
levels of experience & particularly welcoming athletes &
dancers. Even if you think you have the core workout
mastered, this class will give you a healthy challenge & a step
up in your workout. Dates: Wednesdy February
15-April 11. (No class March 14th). Time: 8:15-9:10
am. Instructor: MJ Kenney
***
PRE & Post
Strolling Fit-Mama's - This class is
designed for the Pre & Post natal mom. It's hard being
pregnant and also getting back to a routine with a little one
around, so you have the option to bring your little one while
working out (children should be stroller age). Whether this
class is to get you in shape for your new bundle to arrive, an
escape from your little one or spending time with your baby, this
class is the perfect option! There will be intervals
(modifications for pre-natal moms) along with strength &
conditioning techniques to make every “mama” feel
better & stronger. Having the support of other
“mama’s” and working out, will give you MORE
energy for your little one. A stroller is not required unless
you bring your baby. This class will meet both in/ outdoors
(weather permitting).
NOTE: If you are pre-natal or less than 11 weeks post you will need
to have a waver signed by your Dr. before 1st class.
Dates: Tuesday February 14-April 10. (No class
March 13th.) Time: 1:15-2:10 pm. Instructor: Kate
Doherty
***
HIP
HOP -Designed to be fun, educational, mind opening
and a great workout! Through a combination of hip-hop, funk,
break dancing moves, and a wide variety of music, we will explore
the origins of hip-hop, where it is today and where it is going in
the future. With a flexible class structure, this class is
for individuals with all levels of dance experience.
Dates: Thursdays February 16-April 12. (No
class March 15th.) Time: 7:05 - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Katie Egan
***
Social Dance
Classes:
Please note, NEW THIS
SEMESTER: you do not need to sign up with a partner in order
to enroll for Ballroom Dance or Latin Dance classes!
Ballroom
Dance- Do you have a wedding, reunion
or special event approaching? This class offers skills in fox
trot & tango. Participants will learn to lead &
follow a variety of steps, rhythms & tempos that will lend
themselves nicely to any social dance occasion. For beginner
& intermediate dancers. Dates: Tuesdays,
February 14-April 10. (No class March 13th.)
Time: 8:00-8:55 pm. Instructor: Richard
Downey
Latin Dance
(SALSA/TANGO) 1-
In this class participants will learn the basic steps, turns &
rhythm of Salsa. Tango is introduced to enhance leading &
following skills & give balance between the more reflexive
Salsa & more responsive Tango. This class will
accommodate both beginner & intermediate.
Dates: Thursdays February 16-April 12. (No
class March 15th). Time: 8:30-9:25 pm.
Instructor: Richard Downey
Latin Dance
(SALSA/TANGO) 2-
The quick, reflexive movements of Salsa & the more deliberate
responsive movements of tango, offer two great disciplines to
aspire too! This intermediate level class is for those who
have taken Salsa/Tango & wish to refine their skills &
enhance their confidence on the dance floor.
Dates: Tuesdays, February 14-April 10. (No
class March 13th.) Time: 9:00-9:55 pm.
Instructor: Richard Downey
Additional Offerings:
Scuba
Diving
Ice
Skating
Swim
Programs
Harvard Ice Skating
Classes - See you in October
2012!
General Overview: Our classes provide a unique experience in
a fun and relaxed environment. The Beginner (Level 1) and
Intermediate (Level 2) Classes are designed to build on one another
and are open to both Hockey and Figure Skaters. Beyond this
level, the Hockey (Level 3) and Advanced Figure Skating (Level 3)
Classes provide specialized training unique to each
discipline.
Please note that Skates are
required. Rental skates will not be provided.
If you are not sure which class would suit your skating skill level
or have questions about where to purchase or sharpen skates, please
contact Maggie Brothers at
magsbros1@mac.com.
Beginner Classes (Level
1): This class is designed to develop basic
strength and coordination. Skaters will learn forward and
backward skating skills, turning, and stopping. The focus of
this class is to comfortably build a foundation upon which skaters
can move on to the Intermediate Classes (Level 2).
Intermediate
Classes (Level 2): This class is designed to
build upon the skills acquired in the Beginner class (Level
1). Skaters will learn forward & backward crossovers,
edges on a circle, turning on one foot, and beginning patterns of
US Figure Skating’s “Moves In the Field”. The
focus in this class is to increase the edge quality and
control.
Prerequisite: completion of Beginner (Level 1) or similar
class.
Advanced Figure Skating Class
(Level 3): This class is designed to introduce the
beginning patterns in U.S. Figure Skating’s “Moves In
The Field”. Skaters can expect to also learn basic
jumping and spinning techniques. The focus of this class will
be edge control and power.
Prerequisite: Completion or current enrollment in
Intermediate (Level 2) Class.
Hockey Class (Level
3): This class is geared toward skaters who already
have a solid skating foundation. Skaters should be
comfortable working on forward and backward crossovers. The
focus of this class will be improving edge quality and control
while increasing balance, coordination, and agility.
Prerequisite: Completion or current enrollment in
Intermediate (Level 2) Class.
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