Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand today announced that residents who are interested in maintaining or improving their levels of fitness over the cold and stagnant winter months will be able to register for the Town’s popular Co-Ed Fitness Classes.  The fitness classes are for individuals 18 years of age or older and will be held at the Hicksville Athletic Center.

“I’m proud to announce that the Town will once again be offering these excellent fitness programs, which provide a terrific outlet to enjoy exercising and staying in shape,” said Councilman Hand.  “Residents who take advantage of these classes will have the opportunity to stay physically active and engaged during the cold winter months, and will have the opportunity to meet a host of new people.”

This winter, residents will have the choice between ballroom dancing, Zumba, Yoga, Cardio Kickboxing, and Pilates, with each session lasting 10 weeks. Residents interested in registering for any of the four programs are encouraged to visit the Town’s Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 Broadway in Hicksville.  Registration is ongoing based on availability, as of November 30^th, and class fees are $60 for residents and $70 for non-residents (checks or money orders only).

• Ballroom Dancing:  Saturdays, from 7pm to 8pm, beginning on January 12^th.
• Cardio Kick-Boxing:  Residents can choose one session, either Wednesdays (beginning January 9^th, 8:45pm to 9:45pm) or Thursdays (beginning January 10^th, from 8pm to 9pm).
• Pilates:  Residents can choose one session, either Mondays (starting January 7^th from 8pm to 9pm), Wednesdays (beginning January 9^th from 8am to 9am), or Saturdays (beginning January 12^th, from 9am to 10 am) Please note that Saturday Pilates classes will take place at the Town’s Ice Skating Center in Bethpage.

• Yoga:  Residents can choose one session, either Tuesdays (starting January 8^th, 8pm to 9pm), Wednesdays (starting January 9^th, 9am to 10am), Saturdays (starting January 12^nd, 9am to 10am), or Sundays (starting January 13^th, 9am to 10am).
• Zumba:  Residents can choose one session, either Mondays (starting January 7^th from 7pm to 8pm) or Wednesdays (beginning January 9^th from 7:45pm to 8:45pm).

For more information, or to inquire about special holiday scheduling, call the Hicksville Athletic Center at (516) 733-8418.