Washington DC

March 9, 2010

Run

March 22 - December 31, 2010: Volunteer with Back On My Feet DC

Get on your feet to help others when Back On My Feet officially launches in Washington DC on March 22. Team up with a partnering shelter and run with their members as a means to build their confidence, strength and self-esteem. Learn more at an upcoming orientation session - see website for details.

Where: Various locations in DC. See website for details.

Cost: Free

Check It Out: dc.backonmyfeet.org

April 3, 2010: Wild Woman 8K Run / Walk

Take a run on the wild side when you take part in the inaugural Wild Woman 8K in support of women’s health and wellness. Proceeds to benefit the Women’s Giving Circle.

Time: 8:00 AM

Where: Frederick Indoor Sports Center, 1845 Brookfield Court, Frederick, MD

Cost: $25

Check It Out: fundamentalfitness.biz

June 6, 2010: ZOOMA Annapolis Half-Marathon & 10K

You zoom to work. You zoom around town. You zoom through life. But can you ZOOMA? Find out when you join 3,000 other women for a fun half-marathon or 10K race featuring a "girls' weekend" atmosphere including mini-spa treatments, wine tastings and shopping.

Time: 7:00 AM

Where: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, MD

Cost: $85 for Half-marathon; $45 for 10K until March 1. (See ad for extra savings for Graceful Edge readers). Price increases after March 12.

Check It Out: races.zoomarun.com

Road/Mountain Bike

March 20, 2010: Learn to Ride a Bike

It's never too late to learn to get rolling. Come out to WABA's adult first time riders class and learn to ride a bike, using a technique that has an 80% success rate. And in the spirit of expected success, all registrants receive a 1 year WABA membership.

Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: The Old Post Office Pavilion Rear Plaza, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC

Cost: $10

Check It Out: www.waba.org

Triathlon

March 28, 2010: Tune Up Tri

Spent the winter in hibernation mode? Ease into spring training with a mini-distance triathlon. It's the perfect distance to try your first triathlon or a great place for experienced triathletes to warm up for the coming season.
Distance: 250 yard pool swim; 4 mile bike; 1.4 mile run

Time: 7:30 AM

Where: Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, George Mason University, 10900 University Boulevard, Manassas, VA

Cost: $65

Check It Out: www.triitnow.com

April 9 - 11, 2010: She Does Tri™ Weekend Camp

Immerse yourself into the world of triathlons with a weekend of training and practice, just for women. Whether you're preparing for your first or twentieth triathlon, the camps are a fun, non-competitive and welcoming environment that focus on the specific needs of women for training, nutrition and racing.

Where: Falls Road Running Store, 6247 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD

Cost: $595. Special offer for Graceful Edge readers: $495 (Enter discount code "GRACEFULEDGE" and save $100)

Check It Out: www.shedoestri.com

Hike/Camp

March 13, 2010: Signal Knob Hike with Capital Hiking Club

Welcome spring with one of the area's classic hikes. Ascend view-filled Signal Knob Trail then hike along the Meneka Peak Trail and finish up with a descent on the Tuscarora Trail. Hikers who choose to go long add a side trip to the summit overlook featuring more great views and a Civil War signal tower.
Distance: short hike - 8.0 miles; long hike - 10.5 miles

Time: 8:00 AM

Where: Massanutten Mountains, VA

Cost: $25 for members; $28 for nonmembers. Cost includes transportation via club bus. See website for details.

Check It Out: www.capitalhikingclub.org

Climb

March 14 - 21, 2010: HERA Climb4Life Metro DC

Challenge yourself to reach new heights and help fight ovarian cancer! REI, Sportrock Climbing Centers and Dancing Mind Yoga Studio are joining forces in support of the HERA Women's Cancer Foundation (Health, Empowerment, Research, Awareness), whose mission is to stop the loss of mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, aunts, wives, partners and girlfriends from ovarian cancer. Sign up for the week-long event and enjoy free clinics with professional climbers, parties, discounts on classes and memberships at Sportrock Climbing Centers and REI Outdoor School, unlimited yoga at Dancing Mind Yoga and four days of free climbing at Sportrock Climbing Centers.

Where: Various locations in metro DC. See website for details

Cost: $30

Check It Out: www.herafoundation.org, bit.ly

Yoga

March 21, 2010: Dogi & Me

Trade in the frisbee/ball/shoe for a yoga mat and enjoy a special class with your favorite canine yogini. You’ll learn essential dog yoga poses and soothing meditation techniques that will calm and relax both you and your pal. Small dogs (<25 pounds) go first at 2:30 pm followed by big dawgs at 4 pm.

Time: 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Where: Pure Prana, 100 S. Patrick Street, Alexandria, VA

Cost: $25

Check It Out: www.pureprana.com

March 27, 2010: Yoga for Athletes

Tight hips, hamstrings, shoulders, lower back pain? Learn how practicing yoga can ease these pains, provide a nice full body stretch and reduce lactose that builds in muscles. All levels welcome. Extra bonus: warm up with community yoga at 9:30 AM for an additional $4.

Time: 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Where: Avalon Yoga Studio, 77 Mellor Avenue, Catonsville, MD

Cost: $18 ($22 including community yoga)

Check It Out: www.avalonyogastudio.net

Paddle

March 20, 2010: Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Get the scoop on sea kayaking at this one day seminar presented by Chesapeake Paddlers Association. Topics covered include gear selection, local areas of interest, safety and more. Extremely popular, this event sells out every year so register soon to save your spot.

Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Where: West River Center, 5100 Chalk Point Road, West River, MD

Cost: $25 (become a member for additional $10/year)

Check It Out: www.cpakayaker.com

April 9 - 11, 2010: Backcountry Kayaking on Assateague Island with Wildside Adventures

On this unique 2-night, 2-day trip explore Assateague Island, by kayak. In addition to the island's most famous residents, the wild horse, see a beautiful estuary and salt marshes, sandy beaches, and maritime forests. All levels welcome.

Where: Assateague Island National Seashore, MD

Cost: $445

Check It Out: www.wildsideadventures.com

More Fun

March 13, 2010: Bellydance Party

Unleash your inner bellydance diva, and work out your body, heart and soul. Starting off with the building blocks of the dance, students will learn the basics of an ancient African dance form that tones the body, frees the energy of the chakras and connects us deeply to our sensuality, creativity and capacity for healing. Sign up, wear something that makes you feel gorgeous and get ready to rock it out!

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: Flow Yoga Center, 1450 P Street NW, Washington, DC

Cost: $30

Check It Out: www.flowyogacenter.com

March 21, 2010: Putting the WOW in your Nature and Outdoor Photography

Wander off the beaten path with National Geographic Traveler photographer Michael Melford and well-known nature photographer and lecturer Eddie Soloway as they unearth the mysteries of nature and outdoor photography. See inspired photos and learn the methods our experts used to create them. Find out how to sharpen your skills and fine-tune your technique to turn your nature photos from so-so to so spectacular.

Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Where: Grosvenor Auditorium, National Geographic Society, 1600 M Street, NW, Washington, DC

Cost: $195

Check It Out: ngtravelerseminars.com