If you make it to the annual Makawao Rodeo this weekend, look for our afternoon athletes Chuck and James, who will be mugging (photo above shows my best friend’s husband, Alaka’i, at the rodeo’s infamous Bull Bash). Also, Stephanie and her husband, Elias, will be onsite all weekend with their Aloha Kettlecorn. Finally, if you are heading to the Makawao Parade on Saturday morning, our very own, Tiare Lawrence, who’s running for State House Representative District 12, is seeking volunteers to march with her #teamtiare: Meet at 8 a.m. on A’ala Street; T-shirts will be given to volunteers. Keiki will blow bubbles and hand out organic lollipops. Please spread the word!
>> fourth of july class at 8 a.m.
In observance of the Fourth of July holiday, we will have one class only at 8 a.m. Monday, July 4. This is a half hour earlier than our usual holiday classes because it’s been hot! Please mark your calendar and have a happy and safe holiday weekend!
what: the annual crossfit games open, worldwide online competition
where: in the comfort of your affiliate
when: for five weeks, one workout will be released each Thursday, starting today at 3 p.m. HST; the workout must be completed with a validated score submitted by 3 p.m. HST the following Monday.
work out: due to popular demand, we will be holding open workouts during all class times on fridays; a high-energy, special time for the workout will be held in heats starting at 9 a.m. saturdays (we encourage family, friends and anyone interested to come out and cheer during this time). any judging that’s needed outside of these options will need prior approval by a coach.
why: we encourage you to look at the crossfit games open, which now has teen and scaled divisions, along with masters and open groupings, as a way to make a commitment to your health; a way to show camaraderie and rep your upcountry crossfit gym; and a way to surprise yourself. just like signing up for a 5K, you are committing to completing a weekly workout, regardless of score; the completion is the victory; your health is the prize. also, you are helping represent your own affiliate among the hundreds of thousands of others around the world; participate in the crossfit community as a whole, while being proud of what upcountry has to offer. and most of all, you’ll never know what you can do until you try it. you will surprise yourself with personal records and increased work capacity. just making it through is reason to be proud. you owe it to yourself to see what you’re capable of!
how: register by following the REGISTER HERE page on this link — MAKE SURE TO CHOOSE CROSSFIT UPCOUNTRY MAUI AS YOUR AFFILIATE — 2016 CrossFit Games Registration
cost: $20 is due upon registration; fee goes to CrossFit Inc., not CF UPCOUNTRY
deadline: deadline to register and to complete the first workout is this Monday at 3 p.m. (To be safe, register by the end of day today; we are confirming the registration deadline). happy crossfit open season. remember to have fun!
Please take note of the following 2015 holiday schedule updates, with alterations in classes starting today (Friday). These changes will be listed under Schedule Updates under the right column on the home page. Have a happy and healthy holiday season!
• CHRISTMAS PARTY [ 7-10P TONIGHT!]
• NO 4:30/5:30P CLASSES TONIGHT DUE TO CHRISTMAS PARTY
• NO COMP WOD ON SATURDAY, 12/19; REGULAR 8A CLASS WILL BE HELD
• ONE CHRISTMAS EVE WOD ONLY 830A 12/24
• CHRISTMAS CLOSED 12/25
• REGULAR CLASSES 12/26
• ONE NYE WOD ONLY 830A 12/31
• CLOSED NEW YEARS DAY 1/1
• REGULAR CLASSES 1/2