Heather Groll 518-474-5987 | heather.groll@ogs.ny.gov
May 21, 2018
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POST-WORK, OUTDOOR FITNESS CLASSES BEING OFFERED AT THE PLAZAPre-Registration at EmpireStatePlaza.org Now Open |
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RoAnn Destito, New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner, today announced the expansion of the popular summer program, Fitness at the Plaza presented by BlueShield of Northeastern New York. This year, the free Tuesday and Thursday evening workout classes at the Empire State Plaza with professional trainers will begin an entire month earlier, on June 5, and run through August 30. “Making smart food choices and engaging in physical activity have been the cornerstones of Governor Cuomo’s efforts to create a healthier New York, and the OGS team is thrilled to host free activities at the Empire State Plaza that are aimed at helping people stay fit throughout the year,” Commissioner Destito said. “From our Learn-To-Skate clinics to our Fitness at the Plaza workout classes, BlueShield of Northeastern New York has been a generous sponsor of OGS events for many years.” “Individuals and families throughout the Capital Region have embraced the notion that exercise can be fun — evident through the success we’ve had with Fitness at the Plaza,” said Dr. Kirk Panneton, vice president, chief medical officer, BlueShield of Northeastern New York. “BlueShield is proud to continue our partnership with Empire State Plaza to expand opportunities for the entire community to get active and healthy.” Fitness at the Plaza classes are free and open to individuals of all ages, regardless of fitness level or experience. The classes will be held outside from 5 to 6 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday between Agency Buildings 2 and 3, weather permitting. The rain location will be in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center meeting rooms. Classes will not be held the week of July 4. Classes
All participants will be required to sign a waiver to participate. People are encouraged to pre-register at www.empirestateplaza.org to sign the waiver in advance and to be contacted regarding any updates to the schedule. Walk-ins are also welcome. For updates on the Fitness at the Plaza schedule visit the Empire State Plaza Events page on Facebook, follow @plazaevents on Twitter, or call (518) 474-4759. |
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