About
Here in the Salida Recreation Department….
We are lucky enough to live in an area rich with opportunity and wonder, and our programs here in Salida Recreation are designed to capture the interests and talents of the people in this community.
Theresa Casey – Recreation Manager
Maggie Murdoch - Recreation Supervisor
2012 Fitness Challenge!
Salida Recreation is proud to announce the improved and extended 2012 Fitness Challenge! In partnership with LiveWell Chaffee County, we are offering 2 months of free fitness classes and health and nutrition seminars during January and February. Join us each week to try a new workout, or learn a fresh perspective on staying healthy. Stop by the pool or click here for a complete guide!
We’ll kick off the challenge with the New Year’s Day 5K Walk/Run on January 1st. With a late morning start time, you’ll have plenty of time to wake up, then come on down to the Scout Hut to register between 9 and 10. The event starts from the Scout Hut at 10, proceeds along the Monarch Spur Trail, and will finish back at the Hut. Make it extra fun by wearing a costume or funky get-up. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers, as well as best costume! Only $10 to participate, and all ages and abilities are welcome.
As part of the Challenge, we encourage you to track your participation on the 2012 Fitness Challenge log. Pick up your copy at the pool, or find it online at www.SalidaRec.com/fitness. You’ll find instructions for awarding yourself points for completing different activities, and a log to keep track of your points. Anyone who logs at least 15 points will be entered into a random prize drawing, and top point scorers will be awarded prizes as well. Prizes will all be geared toward helping you keep your commitment to an active and healthy lifestyle.
Finally, Salida Recreation and Hot Springs Aquatic Center are offering a punch pass good for discounted fitness classes during January and February. Each $40 pass is good for 12 of any of the classes offered by Salida Recreation, plus 1 Zumba® class. This brings the price per class down to nearly $3! You can purchase them now as a gift, or a commitment to yourself, and they will be available during January and February.
The holidays are a time for celebration and enjoyment, and the New Year is a chance to renew commitments and challenge yourself to be your best. The 2012 Fitness Challenge is a chance to participate in a structured 9 week program than encompasses nutrition and fitness—and most things are completely free! You can, of course, pick and choose any of the activities to participate it, but we think the whole 2 months will be a great experience!
Recreation Advisory Board:
- Bill Smith – Co-Chairman
- Mike Harvey- Co-Chairman
- Heather Gorby – Member
- Diana Porter – Member
- Dennis Ridley – Member
- Rusty Granzella – Alternate
- Susan Dempsey-Hughes – Alternate
