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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County
www.pgparks.com
Celebrating National Fitness Month 2011
“Whether your aim is to lose weight, quit smoking, reduce stress, run a marathon, eat better or just look great -Healthy Lifestyles provides a realistic framework that sets you up for success.” (Findahealthieryou.com) Did you know that many Prince George’s County residents have lifestyle-related diseases that stem from lack of physical activity? In celebration of 2011 National Fitness Month, the Department of Parks and Recreation invites Prince George’s County families to take part in FREE fitness activities during the month of May. Fitness activities will be hosted at M-NCPPC parks and recreation venues throughout Prince George’s County. Activities offered include FREE programs in aquatics, scenic walks, DoubleDutch clinic, strength training, ZUMBA, kayaking, and health screenings. DAILY
TH U RS DAYS
Sunday, May 1-Tuesday, May 31, call for times
Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19 & 26, 8-9 pm
Indoor Walking
Rep Reebox
People of all ages are invited to enjoy community walking in the field house.
Try this intense strength and endurance workout (focusing on weights and high reps) to strengthen, tone and define muscles.
Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover 20785 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
MON DAYS , W E D NES DAYS & FRI DAYS
Ages 18 & up Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex 13820 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel 20707 301-362-6060; TTY 301-362-6090
Mondays, Wed. & Fridays, May 2-30, 8 am-12 noon
Senior Days Prince George’s County residents ages 60 & better are invited to enjoy FREE use of the fitness center and the indoor swimming pool. Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover 20785 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
FIRST W EE K OF MAY Monday, May 2-Saturday, May 7, 9 am-9 pm
FRI DAYS Fridays, May 6, 13, 20 & 27, 9-10 am
Body Vive Enjoy a low-impact, high-energy, cardio class that incorporates balance, stretching, core and functional strength training. Ages 18 & up Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex 13820 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel 20707 301-362-6060; TTY 301-362-6090
Fridays, May 6, 13, 20, & 27, 10-11 am
FREE Fitness Room Use
Strictly Strength
Stop by and burn a few of calories. Please provide a photo ID to gain access to the fitness room. Ages 18 & up
Try a class designed to improve strength and endurance in the major muscle groups while burning calories. Ages 18 & up
Hillcrest Heights Community Center 2300 Oxon Run Drive, Temple Hills 20748 301-505-0896; TTY 301-203-6030
Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex 13820 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel 20707 301-362-6060; TTY 301-362-6090
T U ES DAYS Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 12:30-1:15 pm
FREE Blood Pressure Screenings for Seniors If you’re age 60 or better, be sure to stop by and have your blood pressure checked. Prince George’s Plaza Community Center 6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville 20782 301-864-1611; TTY 301-445-4512
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Sports, Health & Wellness For more information visit www.pgparks.com and search for publications.
DAY BY DAY Tuesday, May 3, 12 noon
Saturday, May 7, 9 am-12 noon
Once, Twice, Three Times Around
Walk on the Wild Side
Walk around the parking lot: a slow stroll the first time, stimulating conversation the second go round, and walk to the beat of your own drum if you choose to go for the third time.
Take a scenic nature walk at Patuxent River Park. Explore local wildlife and view the Patuxent River from a bird’s eye view on top of the 4-story observation tower. Transportation provided. Space is limited. Call the center to register. All ages
Ages 18 & up Abraham Hall 7612 Old Muirkirk Road, Beltsville 20705 240-264-3415; TTY 301-699-2544
Tuesday, May 3, 6:30-7:30 pm
Patuxent Community Center 4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro 20772 301-780-7577; TTY 301-203-6030
The Solution to Your Resolution Learn the proper way to use free weights to achieve your weight goal. You will need the following items: weight training belt to give your back the support and strength it needs for proper lifting technique, and fitness gloves to help prevent slipping. Ages 30 & up Seat Pleasant Activity Center 5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant 20743 301-773-6685; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 7, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Fitness Family Fun Enjoy free Zumba, fitness workout demonstrations, Wii sports, Dance Revolution and body mass index screenings. Ages 4 & up Langley Park Community Center 1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville 20783 301-445-4508; TTY 301-445-4512
Wednesday, May 4, 6:30-7:30 pm
Total Fitness with Renee Do step aerobics, line dancing, floor exercises and total body stretching. Wear comfortable fitness attire. Ages 14 & up Vansville Community Center 6813 Ammendale Road, Beltsville 20705 301-937-6621; TTY 301-445-4512
Saturday, May 7, 11 am-1 pm
Dance Your Way to Fitness Learn different styles of line dance, a fun form of exercise. Community health and wellness representatives will be present. Ages 10 & up Oakcrest Community Center 1300 Capitol Heights Boulevard, Capitol Heights 20743 301-736-5355; TTY 301-218-6768
Thursday, May 5, 6:30-7:30 pm
30/Thirty Fitness Demonstration Enjoy 30 minutes of a good aerobic workout followed by 30 minutes of strength training on Cybex VR -3 equipment. Ages 16 & up College Park Community Center 5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park 20740 301-441-2647; TTY 301-445-4512
Saturday, May 7, 12:30-1:15 pm
Lacrosse Clinic Learn the fundamentals of lacrosse. Ages 6-12 North Brentwood Community Center 4012 Webster Street, North Brentwood 20722 301-864-0756; TTY 301-445-4512
Saturday, May 7, 1:30-2:30 pm
Fitness Boot Camp Demo Take the challenge! Try a fast-paced cardio & intense muscle training workout. Ages 12 & up Beltsville Community Center 3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville 20705 301-937-6613; TTY 301-445-4512
Tuesday, May 10, 7-8 pm
Yoga & You Discover the healthy benefits of yoga. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Ages 18 & up Berwyn Heights Community Center 6200 Pontiac Street, Berwyn Heights 20740 301-345-2808; TTY 301-445-4512
Tuesday, May 10 & Thursday, May 12, 7-8 pm
Hoop Aerobics Try this popular, full-body workout class. You’ll feel it from head to toe as “Risa” pumps! Ages 13 & up Saturday, May 7, 1:30-2:30 pm
Gymnastics Workshop Children will enjoy open play time in a gymnastics facility. Registration begins ½-hour prior to the start of the workshop and is on a first-come, first-served basis. A maximum of 3 children will be admitted with each adult. Ages Walking-12 Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover 20785 301-583-2580; TTY 301-583-2483
Saturday, May 7, 5-6:30 pm
Patuxent Community Center 4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro 20772 301-780-7577; TTY 301-203-6030
Thursday, May 12, 5:30-6:30 pm
Double Dutch Jumpathon Learn to Double Dutch, which provides a great workout. Ages 6-16 Kentland Community Center 2411 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover 20785 301-386-2278; TTY 301-445-4512
Friday, May 13, 7-9 pm
Skate-the-Weight Away
Xtreme Teens: Inflated Fitness Zone
Bring you own skates or use the center’s skates to roll-bounce the pounds off. All ages
Come out to joust, run the obstacle course and participate in other fun activities on inflated moon bounces. Ages 10-17
Bladensburg Community Center 4500 57 th Avenue, Bladensburg 20710 301-277-2124; TTY 301-445-4512
Columbia Park Community Center 1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover 20785 301-341-3749; TTY 301-445-4512
Saturday, May 7, 6-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Pump, pump, PUMP IT UP! Learn the benefits of circuit training. Ages 13-17 Bladensburg Community Center 4500 57 th Avenue, Bladensburg 20710 301-277-2124; TTY 301-445-4512
Sunday, May 8, 12:30-2:30 pm
Futsal Clinic Learn pre-game warm-ups, drills and stretches, then play a game. Ages 16 & up Prince Georges Plaza Community Center 6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville 20782 301-864-1611; TTY 301-445-4512
Saturday, May 14, 10 am-12 noon
President’s Physical Fitness Challenge The President’s Challenge helps people of all abilities increase their physical activity levels and improve their fitness through research-based information, easy-to-use tools, and friendly motivation. Ages 5-12 Glenn Dale Community Center 11901 Glenn Dale Boulevard, Glenn Dale 20769 301-352-8983; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 14, 10 am-12:30 pm
Saturday, May 14, 5-8 pm
People and Pups Hike at Patuxent Wildlife Refuge
Kayak Kaper
Explore the Patuxent Wildlife Refuge and release some doggie energy! Meet at Patuxent Wildlife Center located at 10901 Scarlet Tanager Ct. in Laurel (near the intersection of the B-W Parkway and Powder Mill Road). Please wear appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes, and bring water and a dish for your dog. All dogs MUST be with an owner 18 or older, and be restrained on a leash. For safety reasons, children are not permitted on the hike, and no dog-aggressive or people-aggressive dogs are permitted on the hike. This program is FREE. Space is limited. Sponsored by Watkins Nature Center. Please register online at www.pgparks.com for SMARTlink # 388064, or call Watkins Nature Center at 301-218-6702, TTY 301-699-2544.
Explore the natural beauty and cultural history of the Patuxent River on a guided kayak trip. Ages 18 & up Patuxent River Park 16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro 20772 301-627-6074; TTY 301-699-2544
Saturday, May 14, 10 am-2 pm
A Taste of Fitness Set aside a day for fitness! Enjoy Pilates, line dance, and hand dance demonstrations, as well as “A Taste of Fitness”. We’ll have volleyball, a hot shot shootout, and weight training. Health screenings will be available along with literature about interesting, health-related topics. Door prizes and light refreshments will be available while supplies last. Ages 10 & up Cedar Heights Community Center 1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant 20743 301-773-8881; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 14, 12 noon-2 pm
Henson Creek Trail Ride Bike Henson Creek Trail from Tucker Road Community Center to Temple Hills Road and back. Complimentary water provided. All ages Tucker Road Community Center 1771 Tucker Road, Fort Washington 20744 301-248-4404; TTY 301-203-6030
Saturday, May 14, 12:30-2:30 pm
Double Dutch Clinic Learn or improve your Double Dutch skills. Ages 6-18 North Brentwood Community Center 4012 Webster Street, North Brentwood 20722 301-864-0756; TTY 301-445-4512
Sunday, May 15, 1-3 pm
Family Field Day Spend the afternoon outdoors participating in soccer, kickball, Double Dutch, softball, tennis, flag football and more. All ages Mount Rainier Nature and Recreation Center 4701 31st Place, Mount Rainier 20712 301-927-2163; TTY 301-699-2544
Monday, May 16, Wednesday, May 18 & Friday, May 20, 8 am-12 noon
Blood Pressure Screenings Stop by for blood pressure screenings in honor of National Blood Pressure Screening Month. Ages 18 & up Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover 20785 301-583-2580; TTY 301-583-2483
Monday, May 16 - Friday, May 20, various times
5-Day Access Pass Get a FREE, 5-day pass to take fitness center classes. Ages 13 & up Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover 20785 301-583-2580; TTY 301-583-2483
Wednesday, May 18, 7:30-8:30 pm
Saturday, May 21, 12 noon-4:30 pm
Belly Dancing Demo
Family Field Day
Learn beginning belly dancing steps for fun and fitness. Check out this creative way to get your heart rate going and work up a sweat! Ages 18 & up
Come to an old-fashioned Family Field Day. We will be hosting 3-legged races, balloon tosses, a pie eating contest, an egg toss, a tug-of-war, our longest game of musical chairs, and much more.
Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center 431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro 20774 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768
Thursday, May 19, 11 am-1 pm
Ages 5 & up South Bowie Community Center 1717 Pittsfield Lane, Bowie 20715 301-249-1622; TTY 301-218-6768
Senior Fitness Open House Seniors, find out about getting a FREE fitness pass and learn about FREE classes at the center. Ages 60 & up Deerfield Run Community Center 13000 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel 20708 301-953-7882; TTY 301-445-4512
Friday, May 20, 7-9 am
Parent/Teen Fitness Assessments Join us for a FREE fitness assessment, and work out in our fitness room. Our fitness instructor will work with you to assess your current status and set goals for future workouts. For parents and their teens ages 13-18 FREE w/teens who bring valid M-NCPPC Youth ID Huntington Community Center 13022 8th Street, Bowie 20715 301-464-3725; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 21, 10 am-1 pm
Fitness Day Patrons will have the opportunity to use the fitness room for FREE! Ages 16 & up; FREE w/center ID Peppermill Community Center 610 Hill Road, Landover 20785 301-350-8410; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 21, 10-11:30 am
Hand Dance Demo Bring your dancing shoes and learn the smooth moves associated with hand dancing. Ages 18 & up Prince Georges Plaza Community Center 6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville 20782 301-864-1611; TTY 301-445-4512
Saturday, May 21, 10 am-1 pm
Zumba Dance Party Non-stop Zumba! How long can you Zumba? Healthy refreshments will be served. Ages 13 & up Suitland Community Center 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville 20747 301-736-3518; TTY 301-203-6030
Saturday, May 21, 11 am-1 pm
Field Day Recess Games Children will play old recess games including kickball, dodge ball, tag, hopscotch, jacks, and marbles. All activities will be held outside. Light snacks will be served. Ages 6-12 John E. Howard Community Center 4400 Shell Street, Capitol Heights 20743 301-735-3340; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 21, 9:15-11:30 am
Kickboxing/Zumba Class Combine aerobic kickboxing with Zumba for a dynamic, exciting workout to Latin/international music. Get up and get moving! Ages 13 & up Lake Arbor Community Center 10100 Lake Arbor Way, Mitchellville 20721 301-333-6561; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 21, 12 noon-4 pm
Palmer Park Health Fair This fair is designed to bring awareness about many health issues to the community. Health screenings, fun activities and giveaways for the entire family will be featured. All ages Palmer Park Community Center 7720 Barlowe Road, Landover 20785 301-773-5665; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, May 21, 1-3 pm
Wednesday, May 25, 3:30-6 pm
Athletes of May Competition
Healthy Groove & Fun Run
If you’re an all-around athlete come and compete in the football punt, football pass, baseball throw, and 100-yard dash. Participants will be grouped and compete by age group. Winners will receive ribbons and bragging rights. Water will be provided for participants. Ages 6-17
Enjoy games and fitness provided by Healthy Groove RV. Two fun runs will take place at 4 pm. Snacks, door prizes and fun for all! All ages Baden Community Center 13601 Baden-Westwood Road, Brandywine 20613 301-888-1500; TTY 301-203-6030
Glassmanor Community Center 1101 Marcy Avenue, Oxon Hill 20745 301-567-6033; TTY 301-203-6030
Saturday, May 21, 2-4 pm
Play Around at the Playground Play at our new, state-of-the-art playground while learning about healthy snacks and fun summer ideas. Ages 3-12 Good Luck Community Center 8601 Good Luck Road, Lanham 20706 301-552-1093; TTY 301-445-4512
Tuesday, May 24, 12 noon-1 pm and 1-2 pm
Cardio Tennis Get a great workout while having fun with this high-energy activity featuring drills for players of all abilities. Ages 18 & up Watkins Tennis Bubble 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro 20774 301-218-6870; TTY 301-446-6802
Tuesday, May 24, 6:30-8 pm
Rock Your Body Thru Dance 2011 - Hand Dance Springboard into cardio exercise through dance! Dancing will give a boost to those already participating in exercise programs. Pre-registration required. Ages 15 & up Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, cheverly 20784 301-277-1711; TTY 301-277-0312
Wednesday, May 25, 8 am-1 pm
Senior Health & Fitness Day Come out and enjoy a variety of senior health & fitness activities including Tai Chi, line dancing, fitness walking, water exercise, swimming, selfdefense, chair massages, health screenings and more! Over 50 exhibitors will be on site with resource information. Ages 60 & up Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Road Landover 20785 301-446-3400; TTY 301-446-3402
Wednesday, May 25, 6:30-8 pm
Rock Your Body Thru Dance 2011 - African Dance Springboard into cardio exercise through dance! Dancing will give a boost to those already participating in exercise programs. Pre-registration required. Ages 15 & up Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, cheverly 20784 301-277-1711; TTY 301-277-0312
Thursday, May 26, 6:30-8 pm
Rock Your Body Thru Dance 2011 - Salsa Dance Springboard into cardio exercise through dance! Dancing will give a boost to those already participating in exercise programs. Preregistration required. Ages 15 & up Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, cheverly 20784 301-277-1711; TTY 301-277-0312
Friday, May 27, 10:30-11:30 am
Zumba In honor of Fitness Month we are offering this FREE class. Free child care play time available for children ages 3-6. Ages 16 & up Bowie Community Center 3209 Stonybrook Drive, Bowie 20715 301-464-1737; TTY 301-218-6768
Beginning Saturday, May 28
Summer Pool Openings M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation outdoor pools will open for the 2011 summer season on May 28 - June 16, 2011 weekends only, and will open full-time, seven days a week starting June 17 - August 19, 2011. Please refer to our aquatics website for more information about our summer schedule. http://www.pgparks.com/aquatics.htm Saturday, May 28, 10 am-12 noon
Fitness Day at the Crest Enjoy a variety of workouts; choose from Zumba, aerobics, spinning and Pilates. Ages 14 & up Rollingcrest Community Center 6120 Sargent Road, Chillum 20782 301-853-2005; TTY 301-445-4512
Sunday, May 29, 9-11:30 am
Open House on the Waterfront - Fishing Learn basic fishing techniques. All necessary materials provided. Refreshments will be served. All ages Bladensburg Waterfront Park 4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg 20710 301-779-0371; TTY 301-779-0587
Sunday, May 29, 9 am-12 noon
Kayak Kaper Explore the natural beauty and cultural history of the Patuxent River on this guided kayak trip.
Sunday, May 29, 12:30-3 pm
Open House on the Waterfront – Canoeing Learn basic canoe paddling techniques. All necessary materials provided. Refreshments will be served. All ages Bladensburg Waterfront Park 4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg 20710 301-779-0371; TTY: 301-779-0587
Registration begins Tuesday, May 31
“Make a Splash” FREE Water Safety Program The Department of Parks and Recreation has joined forces with the USA Swimming Foundation’s “Make a Splash” initiative to offer FREE Water Safety Lessons to young people in Prince George’s County this summer! The 2011 program will offer 600 spaces to participants ages 6-17 who hold FREE M-NCPPC Youth IDs. Participants will receive four FREE Water Safety Lessons designed to increase awareness of safety in, on, and around water, and to promote drowning prevention. Registration begins May 31, 2011. For more information about this program, please check out http://www.pgparks.com/ aquatics.htm.
Ages 18 & up Patuxent River Park 16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro 20772 301-627-6074; TTY 301-699-2544
www.pgparks.com The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. PPC-PR-PAMD
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