Bayfield Area Recreation Center 
715-779-5408
140 S. Broad St./PO Box 1146 
Bayfield, WI  54814
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                              WINTER COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES

                              Swimmin' Women Calendar  SALE!  Now only $10

                              SOS (Save Our Suits)
                              The Swimmin' Women are selling a 2012 calendar with all proceeds going to the Rec Center to help with changing the pool to a saline chlorinator system.
                              Each month, one of the lovely ladies of the Aqua Fit classes, dressed (partially) in the bathing suits (sometimes), costumes (kinda), fancy hats (always), and jewelry (absolutely), pose in an area of the Rec Center.  Imagine the fun of discovering which of your neighbors or friends posed for which month.  The calendars are $20 with a portion being tax deductible.  The Swimmin' Women calendar will be available for purchase at the Rec Center, Island Carvers, Stones Throw, Erickson's Orchard/Country Store, Water Music, Bayfield Inn, DONALEE DESIGN, Apple Branch/Sunset Valley Orchard, the Bayfront Inn, and Ehler's Store beginning in October.

                              Get Fit Fast Boot Camp

                              with Gina McCafferty
                              Mondays & Thursdays, Starts January 2
                              6:30-7:15 pm
                              Are you serious about getting in shape?  Join this intense month-long class designed to encourage your metabolism, tone your muscles and promote fat loss.
                              Members $25, Non-members $30, Drop-ins $7
                              Minimum of 6
                              Financial scholarships available!

                              Zumba!

                              with Lynda Warren
                              Tuesdays, Jan 17-March 6, 5-6 pm
                              Zumba is a high-energy, Latin dance based workout that's both fun and easy to do.  It's set up like an aerobics class, but feels like a party.  Zumba burns up to 1,000 calories an hour!  Come experience a zumba party every Tuesday night at the Bayfield Recreation Center from 5-6 pm.  Zumba is set up for ages 13+, and is for all skill levels.  Don't worry if you're not "a dancer" or have "2 left feet".  Come have fun--experience the fitness sensation that's sweeping the nation! 
                              The zumba party is a drop-in class, and the cost is
                              $7 per class for members, $10 per class for non-members.

                              Aqua Fit

                              Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10-11am during the school year (with a possible time change when school is over) or Mon/Thurs 8-9 am all year with the Swimmin’ Women; Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:15-5:15 pm during the school year with Missy Eid
                              Aqua Fit is aerobics in the pool. Get a great total body workout without getting your hair wet!  A very popular class—great for beginners and fitness pros alike.  Drop in and see how much fun it is. 
                              Members: FREE    Non-members can drop in for the standard facility fee.

                              Introduction to Mah Jong

                              Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31, Feb 7 1-3 pm
                              Come join the gang and learn to play this addicting Chinese tile game.  A group plays Mah Jong regularly at the Rec Center on Mondays and Thursdays.  Try something new to add some fun to your long winter.  FREE!

                              Aqua Bootcamp

                              with Shannon Swanstrom
                              March 19-April 5 Mon and Thurs from 5:30-6:30 pm
                              Keeps students moving at a cardiovascular level while performing exercises in the deep and shallow ends, challenging students while keeping the routine fun.  Float belts can be worn by non-swimmers.  We will move with the use of weights and noodles, deep water kicking and other fun exercises. 
                              Financial scholarships available!
                              Min of 5
                              Members $25, Non-members $30

                              Indoor Walking at the Bayfield School

                              Mon, Tues, and Thurs 3:30-4:30 pm Jan 3-spring
                              Worried about walking outside in the ice and snow?  Come inside and walk the hallways around the Bayfield School.  Three walking courses, from easy to hard, are provided by the TAP Family Indoor Walking Club.  Drop in and walk-it's FREE! 
                              Call 715-779-3201 ext. 144 for more details

                              Walleyball

                              6:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays Walleyball is volleyball in the racquetball court.  It's fun, crazy, casual, and great exercise.  Come and try a game with the gang.  Beginners welcome.  Members FREE, $2 Drop-ins

                              Drop-in Kayaking

                              Sundays 5-6 pm starting January 8
                              Bring your own kayak and drop-in for an open session in the pool every Sunday night.  Practice your rolling in 83 degree water, then relax in the 104 degree hot tub!
                              $10 drop-in, FREE to members
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                              Indoor Cycling!

                              with Gina McCafferty
                              Tues, Weds, Fri starting January 3
                              Join us for loads of calorie-burning fun with indoor Time Trials, Epic Climbs, County Line Sprints, and No-Drop rides!  We'll spin from 5:15-6:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with a long-ride option (until 6:45 on Wednesdays).  Plan to arrive a few minutes early to set-up your bike, fill your tires, etc.
                              $5 per class, or $35 for the season.  Call ahead to sign up.

                              Women's Group Fitness Training

                              Class meets Mon/Wed/Fri from 6-7am in the racquetball court.
                              Jump-start your day with this women's only outdoor fitness program designed to increase strength, endurance, burn fat, and improve cardiovascular performance.  By combining core exercises, calisthenics strength training, plyometrics, short distance running and team training, you will get a great total body workout.  Get up and move with this fun, progressive program.  $35, call Barbara at 715-779-3283 for info.

                              Red Cross Swimming Lessons

                              Red Cross Swimming Lessons
                              Taught by Red Cross certified instructor Brittany Schmitt 
                              Feb 13-23, Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks
                              Level 1: 5:00-5:30 pm  Students explore and learn basic aquatic skills. Must be able to touch bottom of pool on shallow end (3’4”).
                              Level 2: 5:30-6:00 pm  Students will successfully use primary skills and start developing aquatic locomotion.
                              Level 3: 6:00-6:45 pm Students develop stroke readiness including elementary backstroke, treading water and diving.
                              Level 4: 6:45-7:30 pm  Students will build confidence and improve learned strokes including breaststroke, sidestroke, and basic turns. 
                              Members $53, Non-members $63, Minimum of 4 per class
                              Financial Scholarships Available!

                              Private Swim Lessons

                              For swimmers who want more individualized instructor attention.  $25/half hour.  Call 779-5408 to set up a session.           

                              Sea Scouts

                              Mondays 3:30-5:30
                              Sea Scouts is a specialized segment of the Venturing program, which was organized to address members' boating skills and promote knowledge of our maritime heritage.  Sea Scouts learn the skills to maintain and operate a marine vessel, including swimming, sailing and seamanship, CPR, safety and more.  For young men and women ages 14-21
                              for more information please call 715-209-6829
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                              Martial Arts

                              with Brittany Schmitt
                              Mondays and Thursdays 5:15-6:15 pm
                              Learn some basic martial arts and self defense from Brittany Schmitt, a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do.  Martial arts helps improve reflexes and coordination, instills a positive attitude, builds confidence and self-esteem as well as improving concentration.  Students will learn the basics of martial arts and self defense as well as what situations are appropriate to use it in.  Ages 8 - adult. 
                              Members $25, Non-members $30 per month

                              Little Kickers

                              with Brittany Schmitt
                              Mondays 4-4:45 pm for ages 4-5
                              Thursdays 4-4:45 pm for ages 6-7
                              Classes year round, join anytime!
                              This martial arts class is geared towards 4-7 year-olds
                              This course is designed to teach young students the importance of life skills such as:  respect for themselves and others, self-control, perseverance, and self-esteem.  The course also aims at the development of physical skills such as balance, coordination, and focus.
                              Financial scholarships available!
                              $20 Members, $25 Non-members per month

                              Triathlon/Multisport Brick Workout

                              Tuesdays 4:45-6:30 pm
                              with Gina McCafferty
                              Meet in the pool at 4:45 for a quick swim, then transition to spin class followed by a 1/2 hour run either outside or on the treadmills (they will be reserved for 30 minutes for this class).  Come early to get your bike set up before the swim.
                              Drop in $9, FREE to members

                              Half Marathon Training Group

                              with Gina McCafferty
                              Monday and Thursday mornings 6am-7am
                              Saturday mornings 7am-8:30 am starting Jan 7
                              Designed for beginning to intermediate runners looking to finish their first half or break a time milestone.  We'll use a half-marathon training plan to reach the group goal of finishing a spring half marathon.  To support your muscular endurance, join the Boot Camp Class for upper body, leg and core strength training.
                              $25 season or $7 drop in

                              Therapeutic Aquatic Exercise

                              Every other Tuesday 10:30-11:30, Jan 3, 17, 31, Feb 13, 27, March 12, 26, April 10, 24
                              Join physical therapist assistant Kim Armington in the pool for a gentle session of exercises designed to promote muscle balance, flexibility, balance and core strength.  Great for seniors and adults who have some physical difficulties with everyday life. 
                              Daily drop-in fee $5
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                              SilverSneakers

                              Muscular Strength and Range of Motion
                              Mondays and Thursdays 11-12 year-round
                              Great for seniors who are looking to rebuild their strength, balance and coordination.   FREE to members, $5 guests.  

                              First Steps to Fitness

                              Want to get healthier and start exercising but don't know where to start?  First Steps is a comprehensive, quick-start fitness plan for the individual who is new to exercise.  The program is designed to ascertain the current level of fitness and establish a starting point for exercise programming.  Under the guidance of a Certified Personal Trainer, clients will participate in a 3-phase program as follows:
                              Phase I.  Client history questionnaire and physical assessment.
                              Phase II.  Goal setting and program design.
                              Phase III.  Follow-up and re-evaluation.
                              First Steps will be held in small groups starting the last Tuesday of each month, 6-7 pm.  $45 covers the entire program and your first month of membership!  Our financial assistance fund can be applied to this class.  Call for details and to sign up for this incredible value.

                              Lifeguard Training Class

                              with Red Cross Instructor Brittany Schmitt
                              Friday March 23 from 4-10 pm, Saturday March 24 from 10am-8pm, Sunday March 25 from 9am-8pm
                              If you are interested in becoming a lifeguard or simply need to get your certification renewed, then this is the class for you.   Learn all the skills necessary to become a Red Cross certified lifeguard in only a weekend! 
                              Rec Center candidates $49 plus 3 training shifts
                              outside candidated $159 
                              Minimum of 6

                              Adult Swimming Lessons

                              with Shannon Swanstrom
                              Saturday March 24, 31, April 7, 14 at 9:30 am
                              This is a chance for adults who don't know how to swim to get semi-private lessons.  Learn the basics of the strokes.  Shannon will have you swimming to Madeline Island in no time...
                              Members $49, Non-members $56

                              Pre-school Swimming Lessons

                              with Red Cross certified instructor Shannon Swanstrom   (parent must swim in water with child) 
                               Feb 27-March 9  Mondays and Wednesdays
                              Water Babies/Little Fish
                              Wednesdays and Fridays 5-5:30 pm
                              Children 6 mos.- 3 yrs. old
                              Big Fish    
                              Wednesdays and Fridays 5:30-6 pm
                              Children 3 - 5 years old  
                              Members: $21      Non-members: $26   

                              Community CPR Training

                              with Red Cross Instructor Brittany Schmitt
                              Next class will likely take place in May, we'll keep you posted!
                              Need a Red Cross certification?  AED, First Aid and Child CPR can be taught if needed.  Learn a skill to save a life. 
                              Members $40, Non-members $45 for full course
                              Recert Members $30, Non-members $35
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