Community fitness classes begin soon

Posted June 5, 2023

Plymouth School District Community Education & Recreation is offering seven group fitness classes, plus several additional recreational opportunities this summer!

An early registration discount of $10 is available until Monday Jan. 12 on the fitness classes, which also offer a senior discount of 20 percent for school district residents ages 62 and up.

Fitness classes

Les Mills BodyPump

This science-backed, full-body barbell workout to great music sculpts and strengthens each muscle group. Set your weight on the barbell to achieve 1,000+ repetitions each class!
Instructors: Carly Lenz and Julie Frausto
Details:
- 5:15-6:15pm Mondays & Wednesdays June 12-August 23 (except June 19) in the PHS Studio
- 4:15-5:15pm Tuesdays June 13-August 22 (except July 4) in the PHS Studio
- 5:45-6:45am Fridays June 16-August 25 in PHS Studio
Fees:
-2 classes/week: $117 (seniors* $93) until June 12, then $127 ($103)
-1 class/week: $63 (seniors* $50) until June 12, then $73 ($60)
If you want to take 3 classes a week please contact our office.

Functional Fitness – new!

This training offers something to benefit everyone. Rather than working one muscle group at a time, you will train several muscles simultaneously, making you stronger for your activities of daily living like bending, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, & squatting.
Instructor: Heather Bassett, CPT
Details: 5:45-6:30am Tuesdays June 13-August 22 (except July 4) at various PHS locations (1st class in PHS Wrestling Room)
Fee: $38 (seniors* $30) until June 12, the $48 ($40)

Intro to Jiu-jitsu

This introduction to Brazilian Jiu-jitsu covers the basic positions, movements, & techniques of this grappling sport in a safe and controlled environment. Stay for Open Mat (below) to get more practice time! Ages 16+
Instructor: Heather Bassett, Purple Belt
Details: 5:30-6:15am Thursdays June 22-August 10 in the PHS Wrestling Room
Fee: $47 (seniors* $37) until June 12, then $57 ($47)

Jiu-jitsu Open Mat

Open to those already familiar with Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, and additional time for those in the intro class to drill techniques, ask questions, and get in extra grappling time in a controlled environment.
Instructor: Heather Bassett, Purple Belt
Details: 6:15-7am Thursdays June 22-August 10 in the PHS Wrestling Room
Fee: Included with Intro to Jiu-jitsu class. Otherwise $25 (seniors* $20) until June 12, then $35 ($30)

Outdoor Bootcamp – new!

Combine a series of bodyweight exercises with high- and low-intensity intervals and movements. Have fun while you sweat through individual and team competitions.
Instructor: Julie Frausto
Details: 5:45-6:30am Thursdays June 15-August 24 (except June 22) on the PHS Football Field (PHS multi-purpose facility in inclement weather)
Fee: $38 (seniors* $30) until June 12, then $48 ($40)

Spinterval

Enjoy an endless variety of intervals of high cardio bouts on the bike and strength exercises off the bike.
Instructor: Jessica Vervaeck
Details: 3:45-4:30pm Thursdays June 15-August 24 (except June 29, Aug 3) in the Riverview Fitness Center
Fee: $34 (seniors* $27) until June 12, then $44 ($37)

Total Body Training

Increase heart rate with low- to medium- impact intervals using weights, bosu balls, resistance bands, and stability balls, while strengthening the muscles of the core.
Instructor: Josette Svitter
Details: 4:30-5:30pm Mondays and Thursdays June 12-August 24 in the Horizon Elementary Gym
Fee: $85 (seniors* $68) until June 12, then $95 ($78) OR take any 11 classes for $46 (seniors* $36)

All-Levels Yoga

Blend breath and movement to improve flexibility, muscle tone, & balance. Perfect for beginners as well as yoga enthusiasts.
Instructor: Kim Jasso
Details: 4:15-5pm Wednesdays June 14-August 23 in the PHS Studio
Fee: $64 (seniors* $51) until June 12, then $74 ($61)
Note: Please bring your own mat if you have one.

Recreation opportunities

Lap Swim

Details: 6:30-7:30pm Mondays & Thursdays June 12-July 27 & 7:30-8:30pm Mondays & Wednesdays Aug 7-23 (except July 3, 6, 31; Aug 3) in the PHS Pool
Fee: $38 (seniors* $30) until June 11, then $48 ($40) OR $21 ($16) for 9 visits. Contact our office for a June/July-only or August-only fee

AM Recreational Basketball

Pick-up basketball for those ages 18+
Details: 6-7am Tuesdays and Thursdays June 13-August 31 (except July 4) in the Riverview Gym
Fee: $20 (Free for Fitness Center members)

Kayaking

This is an introductory class for those new to this water sport. Includes kayak (limit 250 lbs), paddles, & lifejacket. Open to those ages 10 & up; bring your family!
Instructor: Brian Henriksen
Details: 5-6:30pm Tuesdays June 20-July 18 (except July 4) on the Mullet River; meet behind Riverview (not at kayak launch)
Fee: $30/person until June 11; then $40. Contact us for a family rate.

How do I register?

If possible, please register online via MyRec, which carries no service fees and offers immediate confirmation. (You first will need to create a MyRec account, if you have not already done so; once we verify residency and approve the account, you can register for any of our offerings going forward.)

You also can register in our office, where we will help you set up a MyRec account and can accept cash, check, and credit cards. Our office is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; park in the visitor lot in front of Plymouth High School, 125 S. Highland Ave., and enter Door 18 of the addition.

While MyRec registration is preferred, you still can print a registration form to mail with a check to Community Ed & Rec, 125 S. Highland Ave., Plymouth WI 53073.

Learn more:
• Visit plymouthwi.myrec.com to view available classes, create a MyRec account, and register online.
• View or download a copy of the complete Summer 2023 Course Guide.
• Contact the Community Ed & Rec office at commedrec@plymouth.k12.wi.us or 920-892-5068.
• Visit the office 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on the south end (Door 18) of Plymouth High School, 125 S. Highland Ave.
Sign up for our e-newsletter to be among  the first to know when new opportunities are available.
• Visit our Facebook page, where we share information regularly about our learning and wellness offerings for community members of  all ages.
• Follow our Instagram feed to see some of the awesome things happening in Community Ed & Rec!

Fitness Launches

Launch into summer with these free opportunities to sample our fitness classes, try the newest Les Mills BodyPump release, and meet class instructors and our certified personal trainer, Heather Bassett!

Fitness Launches are free, but please register online through MyRec or by contacting the Community Ed & Rec office.

Wednesday June 7 in the PHS Studio

  • 4:15-5:15pm: Les Mills BodyPump tutorial with Carly Lenz and Julie Frausto (cancelled)
  • 5:30-6:30pm: Les Mills BodyPump #125 with Carly Lenz and Julie Frausto

Saturday June 10 at PHS

  • 8-8:30am: Outdoor Bootcamp with Julie Frausto on the PHS Football Field
  • 8:45-9:15am: BodyPump #125 with Carly Lenz and Julie Frausto in the PHS Studio
  • 9:30-10am: Functional Fitness with Heather Bassett in the PHS Wrestling Room
  • 10:15-10:45am: All-Levels Yoga with Kim Jasso in the PHS Studio