Adult Programs
Step Express
A great way to strengthen and shape the lower body one step at a time. This energetic cardio workout includes step aerobics, muscles shaping for the upper body, and abdominal work. Participants need to bring their own step, hand weights, and a towel to class.
Meets: Thursdays
Dates: September 10 - December 3 (No 11/26)
Time: 6:00 - 6:45 pm
Fees: $75 / $60 if enrolled in Yoga (non- residents add $10)
Location: HK HS Cafeteria
Instructor: Liz Young
Fitness Yoga
Journey through a 75 minute mind-body class. Discover the strength and cardiovascular benefits of this power yoga class and enjoy the relaxation as you reduce stress. Gain flexibility and balance through a flow of yoga poses. This is a great class for all levels including advanced, intermediate, and beginners. Please bring a yoga mat to class.Who: High School - Adult
Instructor: Liz Young, 200 hr. registered yoga trainer
Evening Class:
Meets: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: September 8 - December 8 (No 11/26)
Time: 6:45 - 8:00 pm
Fees: $105 (26 coupons) / $65 (13 coupons) $6 (1 coupon) (non-residents add $10)
Coupons: Each coupon is good for one class & must be turned in each time you attend. Coupons expire 12/20/07 & are non- transferable.
Location: HK HS Cafeteria
Morning Class:
Meets: Wednesdays
Dates: September 9 - December 9 (No 11/11, 11/25)
Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am
Fee: $60 (non-residents add $10)
Location: St. Lawrence Church
Shall We Dance? Ballroom Dance Lessons
Dance like the stars in a fun loving atmosphere! Advanced Ballroom Class - students must have dance experience or have taken at least 3 sessions with Kurt. Learn continuity and technique. Proper dance shoes a must. Beginners Social Dance Class - Learn the social dances such as swing, salsa, hustle and foxtrot and come dance the night away. Please wear leather bottom shoes. Singles are welcome. What great exercise and fun! Discounts apply for couples and previous students. Instructor Kurt Lemmer is the 2007 New England Yankee classic gold champion and placed 2nd in silver at the Ohio Star Ball in 2006.
Who: 16 years and up
Meets: Mondays
Session I: September 14 - October 26 (No 10/12)
Session II: November 9 - December 14
Times: a) 6:30 - 7:30 pm (Advanced)
b) 7:30 - 8:30 pm (Beginners)
Fee: $75 each session (non-residents add $10 each) (Discounts - $5 off each student if you come as a couple. $5 off each student if you have taken this class previously).
Limit: Min. 8 Max. 20
Location: HK HS Cafeteria
Instructor: Kurt Lemmer and staff
Men's 30 & Over Fall BasketballGet off those couches and come out to play! What a great way to stay fit and get in shape for the winter basketball league. This program is for residents only. Returning players, please bring your reversible Men's League tank top. New players, please bring $20 to purchase a Men's League tank top.
Meets: Sundays
Dates: October 4 - December 13 (No 11/29)
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Fee: $20
Limit: Max. 24
Location: HK Old MS Gym
Supervisor: Todd Corey and Tommy Thompson
30 & Over Basketball League
What a great way to get in shape! Games begin in January. Please call 345-8334 for more information. Registration will be December 6th and 13th at the Old MS Gym (12 pm).Who: Residents of HK only, 30 & over
When: Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays
Dates: January - April
Where: Old MS & New MS Gyms
Fee: $90 (plus $20 one-time shirt fee)
Co-Ed Volleyball League
We have openings for new teams. There is an A League and a B (less competitive). The captains' meeting will be held in mid-September . If you have a team or would like more info., please call 345-8334. If you do not have a team, please call, and your name will be put on a list that will be made available to the captains. If a team captain needs more players, they will call from the list. The league plays on Wednesday evenings at the HK High School Fieldhouse and begins in October.
Senior ExerciseGet in shape, feel great, and have fun exercising with your friends. Designed for Senior Citizens.
Meets: MOndays s & Thursdays
Date: Begins September 22nd
Time: 9:00 - 9:40 am
Fee: $1 each class, payable to instructor
Location: St. Lawrence Church, Killingworth
Instructor: Maureen Alfiero
Get Fit!
Re-shape your body and lose weight at the same time! This personalized class will emphasize safe and effective resistance training techniques to help achieve your fitness goals. A variety of cardiovascular equipment is available such as stationary bikes, elliptical trainers and treadmills. There is also weight training equiment. All ability levels will benefit from this class and participants can workout at their own personal pace. Start the year right and Get Fit!
Who: High School & up
Meets: Mondays & Wednesdays
Session I: September 14 - October 26 (No 10/12)
Session II: November 2 - December 16 (No 11/26)
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Fee: $35 each session (non-residents add $10)
Location: HK New MS Fitness Room
Instructor: Shay O’Brien
Fitness Sampler
A great sampler if you are thinking about losing weight, improving your mental and physical health and/or getting fitter. Try out one or all (Bootcamp Training for strength and calorie burn, Fitness Yoga for flexibility & balance, or Pilates to strengthen your whole body, especially your core). All will give you the opportunity to find the workout for YOU. *All proceeds will be donated to The Killingworth Scholarship Association.
Who: High School – Adult
Meets: Saturdays
Session I: September 19 (Bootcamp)
Session II: September 26 (Fitness Yoga)
Session III: October 3 (Pilates)
Time: 8:00 am
Fee: $18; 3 classes for $45
Location: St. Lawrence Church Hall, Killingworth
Instructors: Lori Marriott (Bootcamp), Shoreline Focus on Fitness;
Liz Young (Yoga), Certified Instructor;
Tracy Des Jardins (Pilates), Pilates Studio, Clinton
Zumba!
Zumba is a new Latin inspired dance/fitness craze you don't want to miss. Traditional Latin dances are mixed with modern music and easy to follow choreography to give a great and fun cardio workout. Stretching, abs and toning will also be added. Anyone can Zumba - no dance experience necessary!
Who: High School & up
Meets: Mondays
Session I: September 14 - October 26 (No 10/12)
Session II: November 2 - December 7
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 pm
Fee: $30 each session (non-residents add $10)
Location: HK HS Auxillary Gym
Instructor: Irene Thelen, Certified Instructor
Holiday Floral ArrangementsMake a floral arrangement just in time for the Holidays. A great way to relax, get out, meet friends & have fun. Please bring scissors or pruners to cut stems & ribbon.
Session I: Fall Flowers - A fresh and dried flower combination using bold fall colors.
Date: Tuesday, November 17 at HES All-Purpose Room
Session II: A Merry Mix - A seasonal mix of greens, flowers, and berries perfect for your holiday entertaining.
Date: Tuesday, December 15 at KES All-Purpose Room
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Fee: $25/$20 Sr. Citizens each session (non-residents add $5)
Location: HES All-Purpose Room
Instructor: Callie Glazier
Stamping Fun
Session I: Fall Cards I
Come learn the latest craze. A fun hobby for you and your friends. Fee includes materials and supplies.
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Lesa Soja
Design your very own fall hand stamped card. Try new and exciting stamping techniques that are fun and easy. Try new punches and incorporate them into your cards.
Date: Thursday, September 24
Fee: $10 (non-residents add $5)
Location: KES All-Purpose RoomSession II: Technique Tuesday - Embossing
Having a difficult time with embossing products and how to use them? Embossing is a great technique to make objects pop on your projects. Learn heat embossing and resist embossing.
Date: Tuesday, September 29
Fee: $10 (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK Old MS Art Room
Session III: Fall Cards II
If you didn't get a chance to make any fall cards last month, here is your chance. Try new and exciting stamping techniques and some new punches that are fun and easy.
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Fee: $10 (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK Old MS Art RoomSession IV: Into. to Copic Markers
Copic markers are the first marker created entirely with the designer in mind. Copics are an alcohol based refillable marker that can be layered and blended on surfaces other than paper. They are environmentally friendly, can be used for airbrushing, and are blendable. This class will open the door for those having a difficulty finding the right embellishment or colors to coordinate with paper. Come check it out.
Date: Thursday, October 22
Fee: $10 (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK Old MS Art Room
Session V: Masculine Cards
This class is back by popular demand. Design and make your own masculine cards and try some new embellishments and punches.
Date: Tuesday, November 10
Fee: $10 (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK Old MS Art Room
Session VI: Advanced Rubber Stamping
All the bells and whistles are in this class. Use die cuts, copics layered with designer papers and embellishments to make some really lovely cards. Just in time for the Christmas season.
Date: Thursday, December 10
Fee: $12 (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK Old MS Art Room
CT Basic Boat CourseThis D.E.P. course includes instruction in legal requirements, navigation rules, safety afloat and other topics that will help participants become knowledgeable and safe boaters. Students passing this course will satisfy the requirements for the CT Safe Boating Certificate and Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation.
Who: Ages 12 & up
Meets: Mondays and Wednesdays
Dates: September 21 - 30
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Limit: Max. 50
Fee: $10 (non-resident surcharge fee add $5)
Location: HES All-Purpose Room
Instructor: DEP instructor
Canine Encounters - Dog Obedience
Learn how to train your dog. Classes provide socialization through a group setting & enhances the relationship between owner and dog through the partnership which is developed through training. Communication, positive reinforcement, repetition, consistency, and timing are combined to establish bonding and skills. The basic commands such as sit, stay/wait, down, heel, the recall (come when called), and stand are taught in a positive and fun atmosphere. The goal is not a controlled pet, but rather a well-mannered, enjoyable & loved companion. The 1st class is for owners only (theory).Who: Dogs ages 5 months & up
Meets: Thursdays
Dates: September 10 - October 22
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Fee: $85 / $65 for repeat students (non-residents add $10)
Limit: Min. 4 Max. 10
Location: HK HS (back of school)
Instructor: Marion Smith, Canine Encounters
Basic Auto Maintenance
This workshop will be a basic overview on vehicle maintenance. Topics include: how often to change your oil, how to check fluids, when to get your car serviced, how to make your car last longer and avoid unwanted repairs, how to check tire pressure, and how to prepare your car for winter. There will be time to learn about your own car's engine and how to identify your car's anatomy. Please bring your owner's manual and a flashlight.Who: High School and up
Meets: Wednesday, October 7
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm (may vary depending on class size)
Fee: $15 (non-residents add $5)
Location: HK Old MS Room A-114 & parking lot
Instructor: Steve Ouellette, New Image Automotive