During each semester we also offer progressive Specialty classes, with each week's instruction building on the prior classes. These classes include MTVdance, Meditation, Ice skating, Scuba Diving, Swim Classes, Fit Mamas, Ballet, Salsa & many more offerings that are listed below.  

LATE Spring 2013 Specialty Classes

Registration Information:
Register for courses online between
Monday, April 8 through Thursday, April 25th

Late registrations will be accepted (after 4/25) if space is available, however there will be a $10 late registration penalty for all registrations on & after 4/26/13.

Early registration is encouraged as space is limited. Course fees cannot be prorated.

Refunds are granted at the discretion of Harvard Recreation & only prior to the registration deadline (4/25). 
Minimum of 10 participants required to offer each course.

For questions, please contact Area Fitness Program Manager Dawn Stenis at macfit@fas.harvard.edu  or call 617-496-8770.
See each class for individual course fees and meeting location. 

MTV Dance: CANCELED
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.

Cost for 4 week session:
Students: $22
Non-Students:  $28

Wednesdays at MAC, May 1-22
Time: 7:05 - 8:00 pm
Instructor: Cristina Hoff

Get Fit! Boot Camp CANCELED

Running For Health: FULL!

There's no questioning the benefits to your cardiovascular system during a good run, but did you know that weight bearing exercises like running can also help prevent osteoporosis? Since running can be done almost anywhere/anytime, why not add it into your workout routine? In this class, we will focus on integrating running into a walker's routine, as well as taking the runner's routine to the next level with endurance & speed work. Whether you're a walker or a runner, if you're looking to push your limit just a little further, then lace up & join us as we run for our health!  6 week program

Day/date: Mondays April 29 to June 10 (no class May 27th) meet at Hemenway
Time: 6:00-6:45pm
Cost for 6 week session: $FREE$ This class is complimentary. Please complete the registration form as there are only 15 spaces available.

Outdoor Bootcamp: 
Give your day the pump it needs with this fast-paced, action-packed, high-energy class that combines sports drills with resistance training. This class requires no previous training or experience. Whether a beginner or advanced, this class is guaranteed to push participants to achieve their goals. The class includes flexibility, plyometrics, abdominals, agility training, core strengthening, sprints, and overall conditioning.  It’s like a double shot of espresso!
 
Thursdays at Hemenway, May 2-23
Time:  7:15-8:10am *Please note AM time!  
INSTRUCTOR:  Nicole Pizzi

TRX CLASS OFFERINGS:
All TRX classes are 4 weeks

TRX Express:
Engage all of your muscles in this non-stop TRX workout. TRX Express is a 30 minute class, but don’t be fooled – it will challenge the beginners and advanced alike!

Cost for 4 week session:
Students:  $30
Non Students:  $38

Mondays at Hemenway, April 29-May 20, 2013
Time: 3-3:30pm
 INSTRUCTOR: Cristina Hoff

Tuesdays at Hemenway, April 30-May 21
Time: 6:30-7:00am *Please note AM time!
INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Pizzi

 Fridays at MAC, May 3-24 
 Time: 12:15-12:45pm
INSTRUCTOR: Kate (Doherty) Marron

TRX Blast: 
A great class for those looking to get a very complete and thorough upper and lower body workout. Build overall strength, balance & flexibility with this total-body conditioning program.

Blast is a 45-minute class.
Cost for 4 week session:
Students:  $42
Non Students: 54

Saturdays @ MAC, April 27 – May 18
Time:  10:15-11:00am 
INSTRUCTOR:  Eamon Washburn

TRX Meets Pilates:

TRX &Pilates get together for a fast and flowing 45 minute core-building workout.  Experienced Pilates teacher MJ Kenny, cooks up a magical blend of a TRX workout integrated with Pilates Method exercises & cues. If you know you like Pilates but want to take it a little higher, then experience a whole new level by adding suspension-training.  If you’ve tried TRX, now try getting a little deeper into what we love about suspension-training:   the core & balance aspects which make it so challenging & powerful.  This is such a great way to build core balance and strength! 

Cost for 4 week session: 
Students:  $46 
Non-students:  $58

Wednesdays at MAC, May 1 to May 22, 2013
Time: 7:15 – 8:10 am *Please note AM time!  
Instructor: MJ Kenny

Partnered Dance Classes
All taught by Richard Downey
NO partner required, but preferred. However, if your partner is a non-member, the cost for non-members is $70 for the 8 week session.

Cost for partnered dance classes:
Students:  $33
Non Students:  $40
Non-member Partner:  $70

Ballroom/Wedding Dance:   Are you attending a wedding or getting married?  Then you absolutely need to know how dance with a partner!  Impress your friends and family with your skills!  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.
Thursdays at MAC, May 2-23
Time: 7:05 – 8:00 pm

Latin Dance (SALSA/TANGO):
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.
Thursdays at MAC, May 2-23         
Time: 8:05 – 9:00 pm