August 2012 Rec Monthly Newsletter

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Troy Recreation Department | www.troymi.gov/parksrec                   
August 2012
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Annual Maintenance Shutdown of Community Center Fitness Area!

The fitness area and pool will be closed Wednesday, August 29 - Monday, September 3 and will reopen on September 4th with Fall Hours.  In addition, the gym will be closed on August 28 and the studios will be closed on August 27 and 28.  Community Center Passholders can use the Troy Family Aquatic Center while the fitness area is closed.

Session 6 and Session 7 Swim Lessons are your last chance for lessons at the Troy Family Aquatic Center!

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Sign up now for Session 6 and Session 7 Swim Lessons.  This is your last chance for the summer to take classes at the Troy Family Aquatic Center.  All Preschool and Youth Classes are offered during both sessions. See the Summer Troy Today for offerings.

50+ Program Open House at the Troy Community Center - Rm. 304/305: Thursday, September 6, 9:30-11:30 am

Meet with leaders of our many senior programs to learn more about the groups and classes – arts and crafts, card groups, music and dance, sports, computer learning center, SHARP home repair, Medi-Go transportation and more.  There will also be demos by various music, dance and fitness programs.  Tours of the fitness area will be provided at 10 am and 10:30 am.  Learn how you can acquire new skills, stay healthy and active, and connect with others who share your interests. 
FREE refreshments and great door prizes include:  Trip for two to Niagara Falls Nov 7-8, free fitness class tuition, computer class tuition, Creative Endeavors gift card and more!  This event is co-sponsored by the Friends of Troy Seniors.

Watch your mailbox for your fall Troy Today the week of August 13!

Registration schedule for FALL classes:
Residents register online:  Mon, Aug 20 at 8 am
Resident Walk-in registration: Tue, Aug 21 at 8 am
Non-Residents Online/Walk-in registration: Fri, Aug 24 at 8 am

Family Nights at the Aquatic Center and Community Center!

Families will be admitted into the Aquatic Center from 5 - 7:30 pm every Saturday through Labor Day for only $10 (up to four family members); non-resident families $14.  Additional family members are $2.50/resident and $3.50/non-residents.  Family Nights begin at the Community Center on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month starting in September!
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Theater Production with Premiere Plus

A fairy tale production featuring dragons, princesses, and a wide variety of your favorite make-believe characters will perform on stage (May 11, 2013) at Athens High School and entertain you with an adaptation of “Shrek”.  In order to perform in theater production, participants must register for both sessions.  Additional costs include costume, shoes, and tickets for recital.  Students will perform in show 1 of the recital.
Theater Dance Combo (TDC) – For youngsters in 2nd grade and older, this 90 minutes of tap and jazz combined with musical theater (lyrics, staging and vocals). With this extended class, we will have time to become technically solid and proficient in these dance forms and more adequately prepare  for our theatrical production. Any variation of the grade needs instructor approval.  Res Fee: $120/session;  Non-Res: $130/session.
Theater Character Ballet (TCB) – For youngsters in Kindergarten and first grade, this 60 minute Character Ballet combines traditional Ballet, stylized Jazz and Broadway style song and dance. 
Res Fee: $100/session;  Non-Res: $110/session. 
Classes begin the week of Sept 10 and are held at the Troy Community Center.  See page 41 of fall Troy Today when available for full schedule. 

Tai Chi-Chu’an

This martial art, called “Chinese Yoga,” by some, is a gentle meditative exercise that is easy on the joints and suitable for ages 9 through 99 and any fitness level.  Tai Chi practitioners attest to a variety of benefits from an improved golf swing to greater focus, and concentration in individuals with ADHD.  Health benefits include improved balance, flexibility, breathing, sleeping, blood pressure, digestion, and reduced stress.  It has been shown to increase bone density in post-menopausal women at risk for osteoporosis.  Join our group of fun and dedicated Tai Chi students in learning this ancient art.  
Instructor: Susan
Location: Troy Community Center
Session: Sept 13-Dec 13  (13 weeks-no class 11/22)
Act#             Level               Day         Time          Res      Non-Res
146376A     Beg/Int           Thu          6-7 pm       $119   $129
146376B     Adv Beg          Thu         7-8 pm      $119    $129

End of Summer Special at the Troy Community Center: August 23-25

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Cool off at the Community Center and pay only $5/each for an adult day pass and $4/each for a youth (ages 3-12) day pass.  Price valid for both residents and non-residents. 

Youth Performance Training

No matter your sport, no matter your age, Forever Fit has a proven system for training that will be successful at helping you reach and dominate at the next level. 
•            Increased Speed & Agility
•            Dominating Strength & Power
•            Injury Prevention Through Flexibility & Mobility
•            1st Step Quickness & Explosion
•            Weight Training Technique
•            Health, Wellness, And Body Fat Reduction
We consider all kids to be athletes and we recognize all of them as CHAMPIONS.  Our programs are based on skill development not performance; competition over winning; principles instead of values (numbers).
This program is designed exclusively for young athletes and fitness enthusiasts 10-18 years of age.  Questions - Contact  Phil Loomis, Youth Fitness/Nutrition Specialist  248.526.2657 ext. 2.

Book Your Event at the Troy Banquet Center

The Troy Banquet Center is the perfect setting for any type of event including Graduation Parties, Weddings, Showers, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Bat and Bar Mitzvahs, Business Meetings, Team Parties, Association Meetings or any other gathering/event.  Reasonable rates that include desired table and chair set up allow for groups to host their meeting or event at a price that fits within most budgets.  Food and Alcohol now available for your event through Encore! Catering.  The Troy Banquet Center staff is ready to host your event.  For more information, please contact James Haggarty at 248.524.3484.
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Community Center Birthday Parties!

Reserve your birthday party now at the Community Center. There are three different options available to choose from.  Click here for more information.