Indoor Recreation Programs 2022

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We have a FIT for you and your family!

Indoor programs are held at the Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park (532 N. Cannon Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21740) unless otherwise noted in program description. Enroll for programs online by clicking on the four-digit activity number listed below; hyperlinks take you to ActiveNet, our secure online registration portal. 

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Aerial Fitness, Stretch
Class dates: www.hagerstownmd.org/fly 

Fridays, 7-8:15pm, &
Sundays, 1:00-2:15pm
Moving to Fridays, 6-7pm May 26 & Sundays, 1-2pm April 2

This aerial fitness class uses suspended hammock apparatus to utilize the concepts of aerial yoga to assist in increasing flexibility and strength throughout the whole body. Class starts with soothing sound bowl meditation, and eases into a wonderful stretching flow experience with some strength training to tone & lengthen the muscles. Some guided inversions will occur. 75-minute class, $20/person


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Aerial Fitness, Tricks
Class dates: www.hagerstownmd.org/fly

Saturdays, 11:30am-12:30pm
Moving to Fridays, 7:15-8:15pm June 2

This aerial fitness class uses the suspended hammock apparatus to create different poses and shapes with the body. Practice restoring balance, building strength, and increasing flexibility. Most importantly, have fun in the air while building confidence and inner trust.  Hour class, $20/person. 

Afro Beats Dance
Fridays, 6:00-7:00pm
- April 14 - May 19 (#8030)

Afro Beats Dance is a unique fusion of traditional and modern-day African derived movements. Experience an uplifting, fun, dynamic movement experience combined with rhythmic African music while learning about cultural influences and elements. Perfect for beginners. Children welcome. Instructor, Carolyne Crosby. Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park. 6 wks/ $50 or drop-in for $10/class.

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Ballet & Acro
Thursdays, 4:45-5:15pm
- Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 (#7841)
- Apr. 13- May 18 (#8032)
- Jul. 27 – Aug. 31 (#8033)
A high energy class, students will learn basics of ballet, center work, jumps, and acro dance with a more complex combination. Dance uniform: ballet shoes, black leotard, and black tights. No experience required. Instructor, Olga Snodgrass. Ages 5-10. $70/6 weeks.

Princess Ballerina
Thursdays, 4:00-4:30pm
- Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 (#7844)
- Apr. 13- May 18 (#8029)
- Jul. 27 –Aug. 31 (#8031)
During seven weeks of dance, students will learn the basics of ballet and acro dance with a small dance recital at the end of the semester. 
Dance uniform: ballet shoes, optional pink leotard, pink tights, skirt, favorite stuffed animal, and tiara. Instructor, Olga Snodgrass. Ages 3-5. $70/6 weeks. 

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Basic American Sign Language for Beginners

Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm
- June 1- July 6 (#8086)

This interactive program teaches the foundations of American Sign Language in this introductory course. Join instructor, Kim Rankin, for one hour of fun learning at the Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park, Ages 15 and up. Minimum enrollment: 5 participants. $110/ 6-weeks.


Saturdays, 10:00 -11:00 am 
- June 3 - July 8 (#8087)

"Basic American Sign Language for Beginners" program teaches the foundations of American Sign Language in this introductory course. Join instructor, Kim Rankin, for one hour of fun learning at the Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park, ages 10 – 14. Minimum enrollment: 5 participants. $110/ 6-weeks.

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Basic Life Safer Certification

Tuesdays, 5-8pm
- April 11 (#8080)
- July 18 (#8081)


Saturdays, 11:15am-2:15pm
- June 17 (#8082)
- August 19 (#8083)

This course American Heart Association BLS course trains individuals to respond to adult, child, and infant life-threatening emergencies .This course covers CPR, choking, AED use, one and two person CPR, bag valve mask, pocket mask, rescue breathing and opioid related emergency care. It is designed for healthcare providers, childcare providers, summer camp staff, medical and dental staff, EMT's, paramedics, lifeguards, and all individuals interested in learning CPR. Instructed by Chucks Heart 2 Heart CPR and First Aid. $45/person.

Belly Dance Technique & Choreography
 Mondays, 7:15-8:15 pm
- Mar. 13 - May 8 (#7994)

Belly Dancing is a great way to have fun, meet new people, and discover new muscles! This class will teach dance posture, isolations, shimmies, and traveling steps all combined into a short choreography.  Belly dance improves flexibility and is gentle on the knees and ankles making it appropriate for individuals of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels.

Hybrid class available in person, or virtually. No previous dance experience is necessary! Led by Aleesa Banzhoff Qetesh. Ages 16+ (ages 8+ w/supervising adult). $80/8-wks.  

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CPR and First Aid
Once monthly, 11:00am - 2:30pm
- Mar. 8 (#7831)
- Apr. 12 (#7947)
- May 9 (#7948)
- June 5 (#7949)
- July 11 (#7950)
- Aug. 10 (#7951)
- Sept. 12 (#7952)

Get certified to administer CPR and First Aid, valid for two years.  Learn skills to respond with appropriate life-saving action to care for victims of medical emergencies and injuries. $45/person.  

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Embody Yoga Series
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45pm
- Jan. 16- Mar. 8 (#7845) (no live class Feb. 15 & Mar. 1)
- Mar. 13- May 3 (#7953)
- May 8- June 28 (#7954) (no class May 29)
- Sept. 11- Nov. 1 (#7955)

This series with Michelle Grimes encompasses Yoga postures to build strength, mobility, and flexibility, as well as proper breathing techniques to improve overall health and well-being. Deep relaxation, mindful movement, and breath awareness, will be included in every class! $140/new students, $115/returning students.

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Fun with Paint
Sundays, 1:00 – 3:00 pm 
Have Fun With Paint! All materials and instruction provided. $25/ person/class. Located at 2 S Cleveland Ave.

- March 19 – Finger Painting (#7995)
This fun and messy class is open to all ages. Create a beautiful vase of wild flowers. Please wear clothe you are OK with getting paint on! Bring a Tshirt/ smock.

- May 21 – Flip Flops on the Beach (#7996)
Capture the spirit of the season, getting ready for fun in the sun with this whimsical painting of flip flops on the beach.

- September 24 – Fall Sponge Trees (#7997)
This simple seasonal creative activity is open to all ages. Capture the spirit of fall with this fun sponge painting activity on canvas. 

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Gentle Yoga for Beginners 
Saturdays, 2:30-3:30pm
-Feb. 25 – Mar. 25 (#7866)
- April 15-  May 20 (#7957)
- July 15- Aug. 19(# 7958)
- Sept. 2 - Oct. 7 (#7960)
This accessible yoga class is great for beginners! Gentle, slower movements between yoga poses with an emphasis on connecting breath with movement. Ideal for calming the mind and relaxing the body. Led by Instructor Bonnie Abbott. $45/5 classes, 50/6 classes. $10 drop-in.

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Gymnastics for Kids
Fridays & Sundays, see dates below

Gymnastics is a fun and exciting way for children to develop coordination, strength, and flexibility, while also improving focus and discipline. Coach Paula has been coaching a variety of ages and ability levels for 14 years, including 57 State, 8 Regional and 1 National Champions, and she loves sharing her passion for gymnastics with young athletes. The goal of this class is for students to learn basic skills and progressions on vault, bars, beam and floor, while having fun and improving fitness. Ages 3-11.

Beginners: $18/class, $68/ 4-week series. 
Intermediate: $26/class, $102/ 4-wk series.
Preteam: $272/4-wk series.

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Beginner: Fridays,
4:45-5:45pm
 Beginner: Sundays,
11am-12pm
 Intermediate: Fridays,
3:15-4:45pm
 Preteam: Sundays,
7am-11am
April 7 –April 28 (#8049) April 2 – April 30 (#8043) April 7 –April 28 (#8055) April 2 – April 30 (#8061)
May 5- May 26 (#8050) May 7 – May 28 (#8044) May 5- May 26 (#8056) May 7 – May 28 (#8062)
June 2 – June 23 (#8051) June 4- June 25 (#8045) June 2 – June 23 (#8057) June 4- June 25 (#8063)
June 30 – July 21 (#8052) July 2 – July 23 (#8046) June 30 – July 21 (#8058) July 2 – July 23 (#8064)
July 28 –Aug. 18 (#8053) July 30 – Aug. 20 (#8047) July 28 –Aug. 18 (#8059) July 30 – Aug. 20 (#8065)
Aug. 25 – Sept. 15 (#8054) Aug. 27- Sept. 17 (#8048) Aug. 25 – Sept. 15 (#8060) Aug. 27- Sept. 17 (#8066)

Jump for Inclusion (Kidz Korner)
Tuesdays, 4:45- 6:45 pm (Ages 6- 13 years)
- April 18- May 23 (#8034)
- June 6- 27 (#8035)
- Aug. 1- 22 (#8036)
- Sept. 5- 26 (#8037)

Sundays, 1:00 – 3:00 pm (Ages 14 & up)
- April 23 & April 30 (#8038)
- May 14 & May 28 (#8039)
- June 11 & June 25 (#8040)
- Aug. 13 & Aug. 27 (#8041)
- Sept. 17 & Sept. 24 (#8042)

Double Dutch has been around for many years dating back to the 1970s! Originating in NYC this fun and exciting neighborhood game turned into not only a competitive sport but one to pass down in the family. All are welcome on the Double Dutch jump rope and speed rope journey to pass down this fun, inclusive neighborhood activity to the next generation. $30/2 weeks.  $60/4 weeks. $90/ 6 weeks. 20% off enrollment for 2 or more sessions at a time. 10% multiple family members (per household) enrollment. Custom crew gift included for each participant at the end of each session.

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Zumba Basic in the Fit Room
Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 am
- Mar. 4 - Apr. 1 (#7890)

Saturdays, 10:00- 11:00 am 
- April 15- May 20 (#8067)
- Sept. 2- 30 (#8068)

Mondays, 4:30- 5:30 pm
- April 3- 24 (#8069)
- May 1- 22 (#8070)
Zumba is a form of fitness class in which you burn off calories by dancing to different kinds of lively tunes, often Latin-American inspired such as salsa, merengue and samba, but also other types of modern music like hip hop. It's a total workout, combining all elements of fitness-- cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, flexibility, boosted energy-- and a serious dose of awesome in every class. Drop-in for $10/class, or $50/6-wks.

 Drop-ins are welcomed and encouraged!


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In person classes:
The Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park
532 N. Cannon Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21740.

Payment methods accepted on-site: cash or check made payable to: "The City of Hagerstown." 

For additional information or help with registration, call:
The City of Hagerstown Parks & Recreation Office
(301)739-8577 ext. 170.

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Many classes are now offered virtually & outdoors!

 Click the 4-digit activity number to enroll for virtual programs (by 3 pm the day the class starts), and you will be sent an invitation by email with a link to join the digital meeting, from the safety and comfort of your own home. If you enroll for a virtual program later than 3 pm, you will find meeting invitation links in your receipt notes, emailed to you automatically when enrollment is complete.
Virtual, Outdoor, & Indoor programs- Fit For You!

For help with enrollment, call (301)739-8577 x 170

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We have a fit for you and your family! Offering virtual and outdoor programs fit for you! Indoor programs are held at the Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park (532 N. Cannon Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21740) unless otherwise noted in program description. Enroll for programs online by clicking on the four-digit activity number listed below; hyperlinks take you to ActiveNet, our secure online registration portal. Registration is required for all series and one-day activities at least 24 hours in advance of program start date unless noted in program description; programs must meet minimum enrollment levels. Sign up early so we can be in touch with you regarding program-related updates. For assistance with enrollment or questions about program details, call our office, Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (301)739-8577 x 170, or email: parksandrec@hagerstownmd.org