Residents looking for a fun-filled activity to keep fit and active are invited to register for the Town of Oyster Bay’s Pilates Class, a 10-week program beginning on Saturday April 1st. The Town’s Pilates Classes are co-ed, offered to individuals 18 years of age or older and held at both the Ice Skating Center Community Room located at Bethpage Community Park and the Hicksville Athletic Center.
“Pilates is a mind-body intervention that focuses on strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture and breathing,” said Councilwoman Johnson. “It is also a low impact workout that is easy on your joints. If you haven’t tried this unique form of exercise, this Town program may just be the perfect opportunity to experience its many benefits.”
The three classes offered include:
- Pilates: Tone & Sculpt – Mondays from 8pm to 9pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center beginning on Wednesday, April 1st.
- Pilates with Rings – Wednesdays from 8am to 9pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center beginning on Wednesday, April 10th.
- Yoga-lates: Infusion of Yoga and Pilates Moves – Saturdays from 9am to 10am at the Ice Skating Center Community Room located at Bethpage Community Park beginning on Saturday, April 13th.
Registration for the Pilates Classes will take place at the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on: Sunday, March 10th from 8am to 3pm; Monday, March 11th from 6pm to 9pm; and Thursday, March 14th from 6pm to 9pm.
The fee for the program is $60 for residents and $70 for non-residents. Checks or money orders should be made payable to the Town of Oyster Bay. Proof of residency is required and availability is limited. Town residents will be given first preference. If a session is cancelled due to inclement weather, make up days will be attempted. The classes are designed for beginners and intermediates. Participants are asked to bring their own ½ inch to 1 inch thick mats, as Pilates equipment will not be provided.
“Healthy fitness programs like Pilates are very popular among residents because it gives them an outlet to enjoy exercising and staying in shape, all while meeting new people,” added Councilwoman Johnson. “It is always recommended that participants check with a physician before participating in any physical fitness program.”
For more information about Pilates Classes or other Town fitness programs, please contact the Town of Oyster Bay Department of Parks at (516) 733-8418