ALL EVENTS ARE NOW OPEN TO ALL HARVARD AFFILIATES!

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OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS

 

 Extreme Rock Climbing Excursion

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 – 2-5pm

Have you ever wanted to try rock climbing but never got around to it? Now is your chance! Please join Harvard Recreation at MetroRock in Everett for their indoor rock climbing facility. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced climber ready to take on the Challenge/High-Ropes Course this event is for you. Transportation, rental equipment, climbing instruction, food and drink will be provided.

This trip is full. To get on the waiting list, email jcarney@fas.harvard.edu

 

 

Snow Tubing: a New England Tradition

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 – 3-8pm

Cruise the slopes of Nashoba Valley's Snow Tubing Park.  Fifteen lanes are serviced by four lifts and the park provides ideal tubing conditions for thrill seekers of all ages.

This trip is full.  To get on the waiting list, email caseyblodget@fas.harvard.edu

Ski Trip with Harvard Recreation

Friday, January 20, 2012 – 6am-7pm

Cruise the slopes of Mt. Sunapee!  Never skied or snowboarded?  Lessons and rentals are available at no cost to you! Transportation included!

 This trip is full.  To get on the waiting list, email caseyblodget@fas.harvard.edu 

 

SkyZone, Indoor Trampoline Park

Friday, January 20, 2012 – 2-5pm

Have you ever seen a facility with 10,000 S.F. of trampolines?! Come experience the SkyZone with Harvard Recreation. This facility comes complete with 48 trampolines in the middle area alone. Not to mention the dodgeball court with 16 squares of trampolines on the floor. The walls in the dodgeball court are covered by trampolines too so you can bounce off them as well! Transportation, food and drink will be provided. Waivers must be signed and returned before you may attend this event.

This trip is full. To get on the waiting list, email jcarney@fas.harvard.edu

Experience The Flying Trapeze!!!

Saturday, January 21, 2012 – 1-5pm

Learn knee hangs and backflips, or just swing and smile!  At Jordan’s Furniture Trapeze School you'll work with trained instructors on the Flying Trapeze. Each participant will get ground instruction and then several chances to swing as well as attempt a knee hang and/or a flipping dismount. The trapeze teaches you to focus on the task at hand, encourage others to be the best that they can be, and to move beyond obstacles, whether real or imagined.

This trip is full.  To get on the waiting list, email caseyblodget@fas.harvard.edu

 

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ON CAMPUS SPORTS & FITNESS

 

Golf Simulator: Play Pebble Beach!

Open Saturday, January 14 – Friday, January 20, 2012 – all day every day! (Murr Center)

Come on down to the Murr Center to get your swing on in Harvard’s Golf Simulator.  Play a set course once or as many times as you’d like, each time you play you get another chance to win in a drawing at the end of the week! First come, first served, daily.

Winter Ice Skating Party

Monday, January 16, 2012 – 6-10pm (Bright Hockey Arena) 

You’re invited! Come join the Harvard Recreation Department at the Bright Hockey Center for an evening of ice skating and FREE refreshments. You will enjoy complimentary hot chocolate served alongside sweet treats including cookies and brownies. Don’t have skates? Not a problem, the Recreation Department has you covered. Ice skates will be provided on a first come, first serve basis.

Register here for Winter Ice Skating Party!

Deca-Dance ZUMBA! ®

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 -  6-7 pm  (MAC Mezzanine) This class is FULL.

Friday, January 20, 2012 - 12-1pm (MAC Mezzanine)

Get ready to go back in time, Zumba® style! Swing through the 50s, and twist into the 60’s! Learn the night fever of the 70s, get physical in the 80s, feel the good vibrations of the 90s, and learn something fresh and new from the 00s. In this high energy class, you will learn dances from 10 different decades, while having fun and burning calories!

Squash Clinic

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 – 12-2pm (Murr Squash Courts)

Want to learn how to play squash?  Want to fine tune your skills?  Come down to the Murr Center for an introduction to Squash for beginner to intermediate players, including a sport-specific dynamic warm-up and a post play stretch!

Yoga for Athletes

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - 3- 4:30pm (MAC Mezzanine)

What do the L.A. Lakers, the Green Bay Packers, the Chicago Cubs, Andy Roddick, Evander Holyfield, Kristen Schritter and 2010 PGA Tour Player of the Year Jim Stewart have in common? They all practice yoga! Forget the stereotypes about incense, chanting and stretchy pants. Yoga has countless benefits for athletes of all sports, including: increased core strength, deep breathing that can help to reduce performance anxiety, improved focus and concentration, increased flexibility and range of motion...not to mention yoga is suitable for every body type and every skill level. With Yoga for Athletes, you will develop key cross training strength gained from body weight exercises and dynamic movements that will strengthen and lengthen the muscles. This is an intense workout worthy of any athlete who wants to gain strength--both inside and out. Bring a bottle of water and be prepared to sweat!

Register here for Yoga for Athletes

 

Blodgett Pool Royal Regatta

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 – 7-9pm (Blodgett Pool)

Two teams of 4 people will race their inflatable boats the entire length of Blodgett Pool. Each person in the boat will have an oar, and must cross the finish line. Sign up for this fun and exciting event!

To register your team, email justinwright@fas.harvard.edu  

Restorative Yoga

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 – 7:15-8:15pm (Monks Library, HUHS)

We all work very hard in our lives, whether in class, at a job or on the sports field. While we may sleep, we rarely take time to rest. Restorative yoga poses help us learn to relax and rest deeply and completely. Enjoy this 1 hour class of deeply relaxing yoga poses.

Restorative Yoga is FULL.

 

Tai Chi

Thursday, January 19, 2012 – 3-4pm (MAC Mezzanine)

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art, characterized by fluid, evenly-defined, circular movements. Practiced slowly, Tai Chi is excellent for decreasing stress and maintaining physical health. Master Lee is the Senior Adviser and Chief instructor to the Harvard Tai Chi Tiger Crane Club.

Ho-Down Throwdown

Friday, January 20, 2012 – 5-6pm  (MAC Mezzanine)

Line Dancing! You probably know the Macarena and the Cotton-Eyed Joe, but ever heard of the Alley Cat? Or the Hustle? Get your dancing shoes on and come learn everything from the Swamp Thang to the Boot Scootin’ Boogie! No partners necessary—this ‘aint no square-dance!

Register here for Ho-Down Throwdown!

3v3 Basketball Tournament

Saturday, January 21, 2012 – 10am-5pm (MAC Gym)

Do you have game? Compete in this exciting 3v3 tournament at the MAC!

Sign up at the MAC anytime before Saturday, January 21, or at 10am

 

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ON CAMPUS ACTIVITIES

Winter Athletics Trifecta

Saturday, January 14, 2012:

Pizza Party 1pm (MAC)

Men’s Basketball Game 2pm (Levietes)

Women’s Hockey Game 4pm (Bright)

T-shirt Giveaway 4:30pm (Bright)

Men’s Hockey Game 7pm (Bright)

THIS EVENT DOES NOT INCLUDE TICKETS! YOU MUST RESERVE YOUR TICKETS FOR GAMES AHEAD OF TIME!!

 

Join the pep rally and tailgate as we cheer on Harvard Athletics. The day will start with a pre-game pizza party tailgate and body/face painting party at the MAC before heading to see Men’s Basketball on their quest to the Final Four. We’ll then journey over to support Women’s Hockey where the first 100 students will received free t-shirts. Finish the night off by supporting Men’s Hockey, it’s sure to be a Crimson of a day! All three games are Rewards Games!

Optimal Health at Harvard

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 – 2-5pm (Fong Auditorium, Ticknor)

Taught by Beth Frates, MD

If you have been contemplating making a change like adding more physical activity into your life, cutting down on the amount of sugar you consume, or finding ways to reduce the stress in your life, this workshop is for you.  This interactive workshop will expose you to the people and resources on campus that can assist you in reaching your optimal health. Part lecture, part experiential you will leave with a specific goal and action plan for achieving that goal.  Please join us and let us help you begin the process of paving your path to optimal health.

Trivia Night

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 – 8-10pm (Queenshead Pub)

Time to brush up on your knowledge of fun facts and come to the Harvard Recreation sponsored Trivia Night. Whether you have a team of 6-8 in mind or you just want to join in as a free agent this event is a great way to spend your evening. Food, drink and music will be provided. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishing trivia teams. Start recruiting your team members now!

Chair Massage

Wednesday, January 18 & Friday, January 20, 2012, 1-3pm (MAC Lobby)

Research suggests that "mini-massages" during the day can help individuals cope with the stress of daily life more effectively. Enjoy a 10 minute chair massage - a relaxation break that will leave you with a calm, clear mind, a rejuvenated body as well as an overall feeling of well-being.

 

The Biggest Loser’s Motivational Speakers

Thursday, January 19, 2012 -  5-7 pm (MAC Gym Floor)

Reception to follow immediately after 7-8:30pm at Tommy Doyle’s

Do you want to make lifestyle changes, but are afraid to take the first steps?  Are you longing for more energy, less pain and an overall healthier life, but don’t know where to begin?  Come join Biggest Loser Season 10 contestant Brendan Donovan and Season 10 Runner-Up Frado Dinten as they speak about their fears and the obstacles they faced and ultimately their journey to greater health and happiness.  You don’t need a ranch to make changes.  Find out how they did it, and how you can too!

 

Meditation: Calming the Mind, Opening the Heart

Thursday, January 19, 2012 – 7:15-8:15pm (Monks Library, HUHS)

Learn techniques including concentration, relaxation, deep breathing, and guided visualization to help you calm the busy thoughts in your mind. Suggestions will also be included for setting up a meditation routine at home to help realize the full benefit that meditation can provide.

 

Eating Healthy in the Square

 

Snow Sculpting Event

*Please note: This event has been cancelled due to lack of snow