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Contact: Jody Smith
Phone: (800) 691-6154
Email: jodysmith@strollerstrides.net
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JANUARY LUNA MOMS CLUB EVENTS
Playgroups usually meet on Wednesdays and Thursdays following Stroller Strides class for either an activity at the park or a field trip. Visit our Meet-Up Calendar for all the details and to RSVP.
January 4 - Park Playtime at Hugh MacRae
January 5 - Field Trip to Power of Play
January 11 - Letter "G" Day at Hugh MacRae
January 12 - "Growing Healthy Children" Workshop
January 18 - Tentative Field Trip to Carolina Gymnastics
January 19 - Field Trip to Children's Museum
January 25 - January Birthday Celebration at Hugh MacRae
January 26 - Park Playtime at Halyburton
MOM'S NIGHT OUT: TBA! Stay tuned...
MOMS WITH A MISSION: It is time to start planning our annual LUNAFEST film festival. Each year this event gets bigger and better and I expect the same for this year as we welcome these unique films all by, for and about women and raise money for the Breast Cancer Fund as well as local non-profit Women in the Center. Once again we're partnering with UNCW's Women's Studies and Resource Center to make this a broad reaching community event. Email me and let me know if you'd like to get on board with the planning, organizing and promoting of LUNAFEST!
THANK YOU!
I'm honored to announce that I am one of three finalists in the running for Stroller Strides Franchisee of the Year! This is a huge honor because I've been nominated by YOU - the moms that come to Stroller Strides. Thank you for being a part of our sisterhood, our family and our community. Together we are helping moms make strides in fitness, motherhood and life!
DO YOU WANT YOUR BODY BACK?
Body Back, the results-based boot camp style class just for moms, will begin a new session in January 2012! Start your year off by getting your body back! Body Back sessions will be held Monday/Wednesday at 6PM at Hugh MacRae Park or Tuesday/Thursday at 6AM at the Wilmington School of Ballet beginning the week of January 9th. Cost is $249 ($239 for current Stroller Strides members). This 8 week program combines high intensity interval training workouts with nutrition education and guidance for maximum results. Includes 2 workouts/week for 8 weeks (no kids or strollers!), Meal Plan & Food Journal, "Mama Wants Her Body Back" workout DVD, Before & After Assessments and Online Support. Email jodysmith@strollerstrides.net with questions and to register! Space is limited to only 10 moms!
CROSS THE FINISH LINE IN 2012!
Have you ever wanted to run a 5K? Maybe even a 10K or half marathon? Training with a group can make this task less daunting and more FUN! Stroller Strides race training will begin on Tuesday, January 10 at 5:30PM at Hugh MacRae Park. We'll meet for weekly group runs as well as clinics for gait analysis, shoe fitting, injury prevention and stretching. A full training schedule will be provided for the 10 weeks preparing you for the race of your choice: Steve Haydu St. Patrick's Day LoTide Run on March 17 (5K or 10K) or the Quintile's Half Marathon at Wrightsville Beach on march 18. Cost is $110 ($100 for Stroller Strides members or $90 for returning participants). Email jodysmith@strollerstrides.net to register!
HAPPY NEW REAR SPECIAL
Start the new year with Stroller Strides and work on getting a new REAR! Join Stroller Strides during the month of January and pay only $20.12 registration fee. That's a $50 savings! Join us for a free week and see what you've been missing!
PAY WHAT YOU CAN WEDNESDAYS
I never want a financial restriction to stand in the way of a mom attending Stroller Strides! We understand that money doesn't grow on trees and everyone has a budget. Inspired by my friends at Carolina Beach Community Acupuncture who offer Pay What You Can treatments, I wanted to do the same at Stroller Strides. Every Wednesday is "Pay What You Can!" When you sign in at the start of class, flip up the sign-in sheets and put your payment (whatever you can!) in the envelope on the clipboard. Enjoy the workout and playgroup following as an added bonus!
AWARD WINNING MOMS
There are many many things I love about Stroller Strides but two things in particular come to mind: One, seeing moms make the extra effort in class to make the most of their workout. Two, witnessing the genuine love, care and concern for the other moms and children of Stroller Strides. Each month we recognize one mom that has that "Fire in the Gut" and another that "Shares the Love". The "Fire in the Gut Award" will go to the mom that has given that extra "umph!" and really made the effort to increase her fitness level. Winner will be nominated and chosen by instructors. The "Share the Love Award" will go to the mom that has gone above and beyond to help out a fellow mom at Stroller Strides, LUNA Moms Club or in the community. Winner will be nominated by the other moms and chosen at random.
January "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Shawnee Prether
January "Share the Love" Winner: Tiffany Jones
February "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Brittany Chaffee & Amy Jorgenson
February "Share the Love" Winner: Amber Faircloth
March "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Tonyi Pelham
March "Share the Love" Winner: Sophia Lanza
April "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Karen Enger
April "Share the Love" Winner: Hilary Brady
May "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Melissa Schosek
May "Share the Love" Winner: Christy Lanier
June "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Amy Knebel
June "Share the Love" Winner: Rebecca Mickler
July "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Christi McAllister
July "Share the Love" Winner: Shauna Lennon
August "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Katy Morehouse
August "Share the Love" Winner: ALL THE SCHOOL TEACHERS!
September "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Gretchen Roe
September "Share the Love" Winner: Kimberly Waress
October "Fire in the Gut" & "Share the Love" Winner: Joanna Grooms
November "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Shannon Krueger
November "Share the Love" Winner: Katie Akinli
December "Fire in the Gut" Winner: Kristen Fox
December "Share the Love" Winner: Amy Shelton
WILMINGTON AREA STROLLER STRIDES IN THE NEWS!
Check these links to the right for some great media coverage about our very own Wilmington Area Stroller Strides!
Here we are on WECT: http://www.wect.com/global/story.asp?s=11119707
TESTIMONIALS FROM WILMINGTON AREA STROLLER STRIDERS...
Here's what a few Wilmington Area Stroller Strides moms are saying about their experience:
"After I leave a Stroller Strides class I feel I have accomplished something so much more than a workout. I have made time for myself to be healthy and social at the same time. A class is a time for fitness and friendship and I value both so much." ~Mary C. (mom to DJ)
"I joined Stroller Strides to get back in shape and gain back strength. I was really active before I got pregnant and I felt winded after just carrying a load of laundry upstairs. The thing that reeled me in was that Zoe was part of the workout. I didn't need to pay a sitter, and it was more bonding time, and time in the fresh air. What I like most is the support. I have Jody's support in helping me acheive my fitness goals, all the moms' support in my mothering, the emotional support of the whole group. I'm taking steps toward being healthy and being a good role model for Zoe. Incidentally, I love that we never talk about pounds or inches in Stroller Strides-just about feeling good, being healthy, and setting a good example of being active for our kids. ~Emily C. (mom to Zoe & Tegan)
"After completing a stroller strides class I am more energetic and ready to face the day. More importantly, Stroller Strides has improved my physical fitness. I feel really strong, like I can accomplish anything! The best part is that I can bring my kids with me and they have fun!" ~Rica S. (mom to Mia, Jullian & Elsa)
"I hate exercising, but I always feel better for going after class. I always feel like class was easy, then I wake up in the morning and my butt and arms hurt." ~Jennifer N. (mom to Preston & Hudson)
"As a working mom, I found it hard to find the time to workout without sacrifing precious time with my baby. With Stroller Strides Working Mom classes, I love that I can get a good, total-body workout while still bonding with my baby." ~Amy T. (mom to Abby)
"I initially joined to get a workout, but I have found so much more. I love the fact that I am doing something for myself by getting in a good workout, but I can also involve my child as well. I also love the camraderie, the support, the friendships. After attending class I feel so good about myself, and so happy that I can set a good example for my daughter. I am happier, healthier, and so much more excited to get up in the morning. Before Stroller Strides, I was living the most isolated year of my life with my daughter. Being a stay at home mom was harder than I expected, and although I was blissfully in love with my daughter, I found all of my friends slipping away. It was hard to find activities to do with such a small baby, and working out was impossible. I decided to give Stroller Strides a chance after meeting Jody, who was so kind and open and friendly. After the first class, I was hooked! Now I wake up excited to go to class and my daughter loves to go walk and see her friends. I am making huge strides in my fitness level, but more importantly I am a different person in my soul. I have opened up again, made wonderful friends, and am enjoying life so much more. I know this sounds cheesy, but it is true: Stroller Strides has changed my life." ~Bella S. (mom to Lily & Sam)
"Stroller Strides is way more than an exercise class. You meet great moms who either have or are going to have the same experiences with their babies. Not only is there exercise there is friendship, advice, tips and most importantly laughter. Being a Mom is great, being a Stroller Strides Mom is even better." ~Linda W. (mom to Hannah)
CHECK OUT OUR PHOTO GALLERY
New photos from playgroups, classes, moms night out and other events are always being added to the photo gallery. Check it out and see all the fun stuff the Wilmington Area Stroller Strides moms are up to!
STROLLER STRIDES INSTRUCTORS WANTED
If you are interested in learning more about becoming a Stroller Strides instructor, please email jodysmith@strollerstrides.net. Sub opportunities are available as well!
WHAT IS THE LUNA MOMS CLUB?
As moms, we understand that life is about finding balance while nurturing our minds, bodies and spirits. LUNA Moms Club was created with this aspiration in mind. By becoming a member you will build a tight community of moms to share advice, tips and most importantly laughter. Support and connect with other moms through:
Innovative & creative playgroups - fun for mom, fun for baby.
Entertaining moms' nights out - this is your time.
"Moms with a Mission" activities - help better the community where you live and play.
Join us. Make a difference.
Sign up today! You do not have to be a member of Stroller Strides to join the LUNA Moms Club. All moms are welcome!
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY & HOTLINE
Class will be cancelled or moved indoors only when weather conditions appear to pose a hazard. Classes are NOT cancelled for light rain or drizzle; instructors will be available to teach.
Cold Weather - We will cancel or move class indoors in the winter if the temperature is expected to be 40 degrees or colder (or 40 degrees or colder with wind chill) at 10:00am. In the Wilmington Area this doesn't happen too often, so we will just bundle up and keep on walking! I use www.weather.com and the "Hour by Hour" forecast to make the call.
Call 800.691.6154 and choose option 4 to hear the plan for inclement weather.
If it is raining in the morning Monday-Friday we will use UNCW's Trask Coliseum.
See this link for an interactive map of UNCW:
http://www.uncwil.edu/ba/campus_map/index.htm
Directions:
Use the entrance at Hurst Dr off of College Rd (southernmost entrance closest to K-Mart) and make your first left onto Wagoner Dr.
Park in Lot K which will be the first parking lot on the right.
There is only 1 elevator in Trask and it is at this end of the building in the Nixon Annex.
Local Links
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What is Stroller Strides?Fit4Baby Physician's Release Form
Giggles Drop-In Childcare
Greater Wilmington Business Journal Article
News 14 Carolina Story
North Brunswick Magazine Story
Star News Article
WECT Story
Wilmington School of Ballet & Creative Arts Center
WWAY TV-3 Story