Daily Archives: January 23, 2021

Saturdays, January 30, February 6, 13, & 20, 12:00 noon – Frost Fit: BCBSMA Lynx Saturday Workouts

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Frost Fit Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is back on the Esplanade this winter for four physically-distant outdoor fitness classes led by Lynx Fitness Club.

For four consecutive Saturdays this winter, beginning January 30, instructors from Lynx Fitness Club will lead you through a free hour-long high intensity interval training (HIIT) class that incorporates bodyweight strength training with high-intensity cardio bursts for maximum calorie burning effect, set to fun and upbeat music. It might be cold outside but we are bringing the heat! Anyone who attends these workouts will receive select Frost Fit Winter Series swag. Classes will be held virtually if it’s not possible to host in-person on the Esplanade.

Registration for Lynx Saturday Workouts is capped at 23 people per class and is only available by clicking here, through Eventbrite. Please cancel if you are no longer able to attend. By registering for Lynx Saturday Workouts, you automatically sign the electronic waiver to participate in this Frost Fit Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts fitness class.

Make sure to follow us on Twitter (@EsplanadeBoston) to learn the latest news on Frost Fit and potential class cancellations due to weather conditions. You can also look to our Facebook page (@EsplanadeBoston) and Instagram (@EsplanadeInBoston) to find out the latest news on Frost Fit and all things Esplanade.

We’re thrilled to partner with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Lynx Fitness Club, Wishroute, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation this year to give the Greater Boston Community the opportunity to experience a positive, physically-distant and energetic outdoor winter workout like no other.

FROST FIT COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES

  • Participants are required to pre-register in advance; only pre-registered attendees can participate.
  • Cones will be placed on the grass roughly 8 feet apart to designate where participants can stand. We ask participants to please respect keeping a consistent physical distance of 8 feet from others.
  • All participants are required to wear a mask.
  • The Esplanade Association will have hand sanitizer available on-site.
  • Stay home if you feel sick and/or are part of a vulnerable population

Mondays and Wednesdays, February 1 – February 22, 12:00 noon – 5:00 pm – NGICP National Green Infrastructure Certification Program, Online

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This 35 hour class will be offered on seven afternoons from noon – 5 Eastern Standard Time from February 1 – 22. Initiated under the leadership of DC Water and the Water Environment Federation, the National Green Infrastructure Certification Program (NGICP) sets national certification standards for green infrastructure (GI) construction, inspection, and maintenance workers. Designed to meet international best-practice standards, the certification advances the establishment of sustainable communities by promoting GI as an environmentally and economically beneficial stormwater management option, supporting the development of proficient green work-forces, and establishing a career path for skilled GI workers.

The program provides the foundation understanding needed to properly design and oversee construction, inspection, and maintenance of green stormwater infrastructure.  Designed to meet international best practice standards, this program provides candidates with the technical skills necessary to incorporate green infrastructure into projects successfully. This 35-hour course taught by Trevor Smith is the prerequisite for the exam to achieve NGICP certification. The course is $800. For more information, and to register, visit https://www.ecolandscaping.org/event/class-ngicp-national-green-infrastructure-certification-program-february/#get-ticket The comprehensive program:

  • Expands your green infrastructure building, inspection, and maintenance knowledge
  • Provides competitive edge in the green infrastructure arena
  • Offers clients a way to identify certified individuals with NGICP Certification Database
  • Demonstrates an investment in your professional expertise
  • Offers access to more GI project opportunities
  • Shows your commitment to supporting sustainable performance of GI practices.
  • The exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training. There is an additional $200 fee for the exam.