Lititz recCenter will offer its spring activities beginning on Monday, March 2. Hundreds of classes and programs are set for youths, adults and families from March through June. Two sessions of seven- or eight-week programs will be held.
Dozens of group fitness classes are scheduled daily between 5:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Classes and instructors will provide strength, core and cardio training at both high and lower intensities. Although classes are open to adults of all ages, some are ideal for older adults or those with limitations.
Specialty fitness classes and personal training will provide focused or specialized fitness and wellness activity for individuals or small groups, including golf conditioning, Oula dance, kickboxing and yoga. Parkinson's recovery will be a focus of Rock Steady Boxing and Power Moves. Nutrition education and massage will also be offered.
The Running & Triathlon Club will meet on Monday evenings to motivate and train men and women who plan to compete in events this year. Simon Ababou, Lititz recCenter fitness director, guides the program and customizes training to meet needs of beginner or developing runners.
Youth programs will engage preschoolers through high schoolers. Toddlers may be active on Fridays during morning open gym times. Preschool sports will be offered in the mornings and evenings to introduce young children to developmental skills, following directions and playing in small groups. Elementary-age children may play tennis on Thursday nights, volleyball on Tuesday nights, or indoor soccer on Wednesday nights. Fitness, dance and tumbling programs will also be offered throughout the week.
Lititz recCenter will close out the youth basketball season with a three-on-three tournament for third grade through high school. Boys' or girls' teams of three to five players may register to compete. The team sign-up deadline is Sunday, March 1.
New for adults seeking action and adventure in the outdoors are spring recTrek Outings. On select Saturday mornings in March and April, a guide will lead groups to Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area for educational and recreational birdwatching, wildflower and mushroom searches and more.
Pickleball will continue in the spring with open play times every morning of the week and evening open play on select days. Lessons and play time for beginners to get started in pickleball will be offered, as will an advanced league.
New swim classes will begin in March and again at the end of April to introduce and build skills in time for summer swimming. Lessons will be offered at a variety of times throughout the week. Pre-competitive lessons for children and youths ages 5 through 14 will be offered two evenings per week, providing preparation for summer swim teams and challenges for more advanced swimmers.
Swimming is a year-round activity for Lititz recCenter, and this spring will mark the re-opening of the newly reconstructed Lititz Springs Pools. Summer season pass sales will begin March 1 for the 2020 outdoor pool season, slated to kick off on the weekend of Memorial Day, Monday, May 25.
Members of the center are now able to register for spring programs, with nonmember registration starting on Monday, Feb. 17. Details for all programs and events can be found in the locally distributed Spring Program Guide or at http://www.lititzrec.com. Registration is available in person at the center or by calling 717-626-5096.
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