Summer Fitness Classes Returning To Shops At Farmington Valley

CANTON, CT — "Farmington Valley Sweat," (aka FV Sweat), an outdoor fitness series, will return to The Shops at Farmington Valley with its 4th annual lineup this summer, officials announced.

Classes will begin on June 6 and run through September, and this year, officials have added a new series: Hip-hop dance classes for both adults and kids with Mirthalys Melendez, the founder of MM Choreography.

Additionally, the lineup includes Pure Barre and a women's weight workout with BodyFit Physical Therapy + FunctionFit360.

All outdoor classes will be held in Lowell Court, located behind American Eagle, with parking available behind Barnes and Noble. Pure Barre and hip hop classes will be held rain or shine, with rainy day classes taking place in Suite 409 (next to Cost Cutters, across from ShopRite).

"Guests can take advantage of the longer summer days and cooler nights — perfect for outdoor sweat — and the courtyard fills with nice breezes from the Litchfield Hills," Elizabeth Ackerman, General Manager for The Shops at Farmington Valley, said in a statement. "The community looks forward to this series every summer and we always incorporate something new each time."

The complete schedule, as provided by The Shops at Farmington Valley, is:

Sweat'n & Flex'n — with BodyFit Physical Therapy and FunctionFit 360

Mondays from June 6-Aug 31, 5:30 p.m., $20

Come join BodyFit Physical Therapy and their personal trainer, Jenna Marshall, from FunctionFit360 for "Sweat'n & Flex'n — a Women's Weight Lifting Class."

Jenna will guide guests through an organized warm-up, a movement demonstration with a focus on education, proper form, and technique, and lastly, you will get a full-body workout. To sign-up, buy a drop-in class in the registration link or show up to class early and the BodyFit team will assist you.

Please bring hydration, a mat and wear sneakers for every class.

FV Sweat – Pure Barre Canton

Tuesdays from June 7-Sept. 7, 6 p.m.-6:50 p.m., $25.

Come by to see the newest Pure Barre fitness studio and enjoy a fun work out!

"Classic" is the original barre class. Their proprietary technique is the fastest, most effective low-impact workout. For 50 minutes, guests will be guided through a series of low-impact, high-intensity isometric movements to improve flexibility while strengthening and toning the body.

To buy a class, click the registration link. Please bring a mat and water bottle to class. If you have questions about the class, please arrive a little early and the pure barre team will help you. For more information, contact purebarre canton at cantongm@purebarre.com or call 860-352-8873.

FV Sweat – Hip Hop Dance for Kids with MM Choreography

Thursdays from June 9-Sept. 1, 6 p.m.-7 p.m., $15.

In this ongoing class series, kids ages 8-12 will explore classic Hip Hop Dance moves and new trends with Mirthalys Melendez, founder of MM Choreography.

All kids' classes will feature appropriate music for kids.

For hip hop classes, wear loose comfortable clothing and sneakers, and don't forget to bring a water bottle. To sign-up, purchase a drop-in hip hop dance class for kids in the registration link.

For more information, contact Myrthalis Melendez at dance@mirthalys.com or call 860-706-6941.

FV Sweat – Hip Hop Dance for Adults with MM Choreography

Thursdays from June 9 - Sept. 1, 7 p.m.-8 p.m., $15.

In this ongoing class series, we will explore classic hip hop dance moves and new trends.

For hip hop classes, wear loose comfortable clothing and sneakers, and don't forget to bring a water bottle. To sign-up, purchase a drop-in hip hop dance class for adults in the registration link. For more information, contact Myrthalis Melendez at dance@mirthalys.com or call 860-706-6941.

B. Fit Running Club

Sundays from May 22-Oct. 30, 9 .M. - 11 a.m.

Free training for a race, and want to connect with other runners or just starting out? Join our running club! This is an all-inclusive running club for runners and fledgling runners from the Farmington Valley area and beyond to find each other, run together and be a motivating force for all to participate in the great sport of running at any level of ability. Welcome to the club!

Meet at BodyFit Physical Therapy, located at The Shops at Farmington Valley behind White House, Black Market. Please message the Facebook group if planning to attend.