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Turtle Trot
Saturday May 18, 2013 is the annual Turtle Trot 5K! Chip timed on a certified course in Lower Bluemont park starting at 329 North Manchester St. Check in at 9 AM, race starts at 10 AM. Participants can also enjoy a "make and take" art project. Registration is $30 for adults, $15 for kids 12 and under. Proceeds from this event fund wildlife rehabilitation at LBNC. Register at ACTIVE.com. Read more...

First annual LLT 5K Run/Walk
5K run/walk and kids 1 mile dash fundraising event for Latinas Leading Tomorrow (LLT), which is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization established to address the particular concerns of the Latina adolescents. June 1st at 8:00 AM on the Bluemont Trail, 399 North Manchester St Arlington ,VA. Race Management by Safety And Health Foundation, Inc. Register...

How to Move and Groove in Your Preschool Classroom!
One of our FitArlington partners is providing a FREE TRAINING for Arlington based preschool teachers. On June 8^th at 3 PM, GO BANANAS Dancing instructors will demonstrate how to include more movement into lessons and bring books to life! Registration is FREE and can be accessed through Eventbrite. GO BANANAS Dancing LLC, is an Arlington-based dance program for children ages 2-8. Please share the attached Move and Groove flier with anyone that you think might be interested. Register...

Preschool Healthy Eating/Physical Activity Grant
The Healthy Community Action team of Arlington is working with the Virginia Cooperative Extension to provide Mighty Moves and Food Friends kits to 11 Arlington based preschools. Applications for the kits are being accepted through June 12, 2013. Read the application.

UPCOMING EVENTS


Pickleball - 05/20/2013 6:00AM One court is usually available hours indicated, but a second court is sometimes set-up. Tuesday & Thursday are Adult nights after 6:30 p.m. This is available to all ages and this location is the home ...
Adult Drop-in Basketball @ Thomas Jefferson - 05/20/2013 6:00AM Please note: Tuesday & Thursday are Adult nights after 6:30 p.m. Games are mainly played by men in their late teens through early to mid 50’s. Games are timed at 13 minutes or first team to score 11 ...
55+ AQUA EXERCISE - 05/20/2013 8:10AM This class, designed for senior adults, offers a safe and refreshing way to exercise. Aqua exercise classes utilize water as the resistance in exercises designed to work both your muscles and your ca ...
SENIOR BOOT CAMP - 05/20/2013 8:30AM Here is a safe and fun 45 minute class with cardio and strength techniques that target the total body. Designed especially for mature adults who want a good workout without harsh stress on the joints ...
55+ SEATED EXERCISE - 05/20/2013 10:00AM Discover how effectively you can exercise in a chair! Seated exercise is especially beneficial to those with balance or mobility difficulties. You may register for a series at Fairlington or drop in ...
GENTLE HATHA YOGA - 05/20/2013 10:00AM Taught in a quiet and meditative style, this class uses extensive warm-ups to prepare the body for adapted yoga poses to strengthen the body safely and effectively. Props such as blocks and straps he ...
NEW Bend, Breathe, Balance - 05/20/2013 11:15AM Designed for beginners, this class combines yoga, Pilates and exercise to make the most of your time and improve mobility as you age. All levels welcome. Class will be held in the Wellness Studio. In ...
55+ AQUA EXERCISE - DEEP WATER CLASS - 05/20/2013 11:30AM The majority of this class is in deep water, putting zero impact on your joints while working against the water’s resistance. Participants wear a buoyancy belt to hold the body vertical and chest-dee ...
TRADITIONAL HATHA YOGA - 05/20/2013 1:00PM Learn and practice classic yoga poses that stretch and strengthen the entire body. Warm-ups and props such as blocks and straps help students achieve results. There are multiple transitions between f ...
55+ PILATES - 05/20/2013 1:30PM Improve posture, overall strength, flexibility and balance. Learn to bring mind and body awareness to your center or core. Exercises are performed on a mat on the floor. Instructor: Mira Gross. ...
Teen Drop-In Soccer - 05/20/2013 3:00PM Open gym for teens! Come join us for drop-in Soccer on Monday and Friday from 3-6pm. (Or come play basketball on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3-6pm.) ...
55+ Tai Chi (Beginners) - 05/20/2013 3:00PM Tai Chi is a gentle but powerful exercise that improves balance, flexibility, coordination, and overall movement. Tai Chi is both empowering and healing. Come to learn this beautiful Chinese exercise ...
Teen Drop – In (Brahma Pit) - 05/20/2013 3:00PM The Teen Brama Pit is an unsupervised drop-in program. There is a game room with a television, billiards table, ping pong table and sofas for just lounging around and enjoying your friends company. T ...
Drop-in Volleyball @ Thomas Jefferson - 05/20/2013 4:30PM Court is set-up for Men League Play. Available on a first come first serve basis. Variety of groups form and play and variety of playing levels. ...
Badminton - 05/20/2013 4:30PM One court can be set-up by staff upon request. Please allow 20 minutes for this to occur. Feel free to call in advance of arriving. Please visit the TJ Webpage for our Hours of Operation. ...
Adult Drop-in Basketball @ Gunston - 05/20/2013 6:00PM Games are mainly played by men in their late teens through early to mid 50’. Games are timed at 13 minutes or first team to score 11 points. Winning team stays on. Please note: Hours are 6:00 p.m. – ...
Adult Drop-in Basketball @ Walter Reed - 05/20/2013 6:00PM Games are mainly played by men in their late teens through early to mid 50’s. Games are timed at 13 minutes or first team to score 11 points. Hours available are subject to change due to special even ...
Adult Drop-in Basketball @ Langston-Brown - 05/20/2013 6:00PM Games are mainly played by men in their late teens through early to mid 50’s. Games are timed at 13 minutes or first team to score 11 points. Winning team stays on. ...
Table Tennis - 05/20/2013 6:00PM Games are mainly played by men in their late teens to late 50's. Four tables are available for drop-in table tennis play and on Tues/Thur four additional tables for drop-in Table Tennis Club members. ...
Pickleball - 05/21/2013 6:00AM One court is usually available hours indicated, but a second court is sometimes set-up. Tuesday & Thursday are Adult nights after 6:30 p.m. This is available to all ages and this location is the home ...