Bluffton Family Recreation announces several end of winter and beginning of spring sign-ups, according to Joseph Beagle, director. In addition, Keeping Active offers several free opportunities this week. Here’s the latest from BFR:
Keeping Active free options for the remainder this week: Wednesday, Feb. 17 • Free walking
5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Free play • Adult basketball
9-10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18
• Free class water exercise 1 and 2
Bluffton University's women's basketball team plays its final home game of the season at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday against Earlham. The 21-2 squad will then travel to Hanover before competing in the HCAC tournament. This week's home game is Senior Night.
A five-session soccer goalie clinic takes place at Bluffton Family Recreation this winter, according to Joseph Beagle, BFR director.
Instructed by T.J. Routson, clinic sessions are held Mondays from Feb. 29 to March 28. The clinic is open to soccer players ages 12 and up. BFR is located at 215 Snider Road, Bluffton.
Registration is $50 per person. Contact BFR at 419-358-4150 or go online at www.bfronline.net to register.
Bluffton Family Recreation continues its classes in Tai Chi. Classes are held at 9 a.m. on Thursdays and have an open enrollment, according to Joseph Beagle, BFR director.
Classes offer ways for participants to reduce stress, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that's now used for stress reduction and a variety of other health conditions.
Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements. It helps participants with relaxation, meditation, stress-relief and inner peace.
