Event Calendar Updated

There is lots going on in Phoenixville over the next month, check out our events calendar for all of the details.

Spring Into Fitness 5K Cancelled

Thank you for your interest in the Activate Phoenixville Area Spring into Fitness 5K Run. Unfortunately, our coalition has run into a major insurance issue that will prevent us from being able to host the run. We are disappointed to have to cancel what was to be a very successful and well attended event. But our priority was to protect and ensure the safety of all the runners, and could not move forward without the proper insurance, which that we recently discovered was unattainable. All of the partners of the Activate Phoenixville Area coalition express our many thanks for your partnership, and our deepest apologizes for having to make this change.

We encourage you to instead participate in the Stepping Stone Education Center Family Fun Run 5K on April 16th at 9 am at Franklin Commons 400 Franklin Ave. Phoenixville, PA 19460

Thank you again for your participation and we deeply apologize for any inconvenience.

Activate Phoenixville Area

Coaches Still Needed for 2011 Girls on the Run Program

We are still looking for coaches to help out with the 2011 Girls on the Run program. Click here for more information.

Free Yoga Voucher

Have you always wanted to experience the health, peace of mind, and boundless enthusiasm for life that comes from yoga? Now is your chance! Phoenixville Area yoga studios have partnered to offer YOU a free chance to experience yoga!

Simply click here to download your free community yoga voucher.

Tai Chi Classes to Begin Again During Week of January 11th

Tai Chi classes will once again be offered beginning the week of January 11th. A free demo is being offered on Saturday, January 8th at the Phoenixville Civic Center beginning at 10am. Classes will once again be led by Tammy Rosebrook from White Eagle Martial Arts.

Class schedules as follows:

Civic Center – 123 Main St. Phoenixville

Wednesdays	7pm	Beginners	Jan. 12th - March 16th
Saturdays	10am 11am	Beginners Intermediates	Jan. 15th - March 19th

Trappe – Main St. Chiropractic - 511 W. Main St. Trappe

Tuesdays

6:30pm 7:30pm

Beginners Intermediates

Jan. 11th - March 15th

For more information, contact Tammy Rosebrook at 610-948-0357 or instructor_tammy@whiteeaglema.com.

Coaches Needed for 2011 Girls on the Run Program

Girls on the Run (3-5 grade) and Girls on Track (6–8 grade) are after school programs that use the power of running to help prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Through interactive activities such as running, playing games, and discussing important issues, participants learn how to celebrate being girls. The 10 week program focuses on building self-esteem and improving emotional and physical health. The girls are empowered with a greater sense of self-awareness, a sense of achievement and a foundation in team building to help them become strong, content, and self-confident women. All girls participate in a 5K on May 14, 2011.

• Coaches are needed at the following schools: Barkley Elementary School, Phoenixville Area Middle School, Renaissance Academy, and Holy Family School in Phoenixville, PA.
• Coaches do not have to be elite runners. They just have to be women over 18 who maintain a healthy lifestyle and are committed to improving the lives of girls! Men can serve as assistant coaches.
• Coaches must attend one 2 hour CPR certification and one 4 hour GOTR training session free of charge in January 2011.
• All curriculum and materials are supplied and coaches are provided with a support network and tips along the way.
• Coaching Girls on the Run is an extremely rewarding experience. It is amazing to see the transformation that occurs in the girls’ self esteem and running ability.
• Programs meet twice a week for 90 minutes from February 28 – May 14, 2011.
• Teams of coaches are welcomed and encouraged!

If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, please contact Shannon Mannon at 610-917-9890 ext. 25 or by email at activatepville@gmail.com.

Photos from the 2010 Fall Foliage Family Fun Walk

Below are some photos taken at the Fall Foliage Family Fun Walk held on Saturday, November 6th.

Facepainting at the walk

Kids just completing the walk around the sanctuary