July at theCENTER
Sadly the summer is starting to come to an end but there is still time to get in the gym! Next week all Les Mills classes will launch new releases, find a class that fits in your schedule and try out the release. Instructor Janet will also be starting up a Yoga class on Monday evenings starting July 22nd, this is a fun class with a variety of different formats besides Yoga. Read about the unusual benefits of exercise you probably didn't know about until now, some of them are pretty interesting.
Unusual Benefits of Exercise
We have all heard the well-known benefits of working out like lower risk of heart disease, stroke, some cancers, and reversing the effects of diabetes- but the benefits don't stop there. There are several other lesser known unusual benefits that are happening to your body when you work out. These benefits include improving your eyesight, making you smarter, regenerating heart cells, improves gut health, and improve mental health. Read the full Fit Planet article to learn exactly how these unusual benefits can happen.
New Yoga Flow Class Monday Nights
Join instructor Janet for an evening of relaxation and stretching in this yoga-based class. Janet will take you through simple poses through various elements of Tia Chi, Pilates and Yoga. Try out this class with her on Monday evenings at 5:30PM starting July 22nd.
Les Mills New Release Week
Next week is new release week for all Les Mills classes. Be sure to sign up for a BODYPUMP or CXWORX class and be moved by the new workouts. Being part of a group exercise class can inspire others to workout so invite a friend to these classes as well.

Monday: BODYPUMP @ 6:15AM
Tuesday: BODYPUMP/CXWORX @ 5:30PM
Wednesday: BODYPUMP @ 12PM
Thursday: CXWORX @ 10:15AM, BODYPUMP @ 5:30PM
Closing Early August 9th
theCENTER will be closing at 6:30PM on Friday, August 9th for a staff get-together. Thank you for understanding and letting us take this time with our staff.
The Walk Begins Here
"Walk with the Son of Man" is the focus for Columbus this fall. The walk begins in August with new opportunities to deepen you relationship with Christ.
  • New Sermon series
  • Back to School Bash for Kids
  • Youth Kickoff
  • New Columbus U Classes
  • New Worship times on Sunday
Put on your walking shoes and begin your "Walk with the Son of Man" at Columbus Avenue.
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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. -Matthew 11:28-30
Updates and Closings
Early Closing August 9th, 6:30PM

Day Camp end Aug. 9th, theCENTER will return to regular operations August. 12th.

Labor Day Closing- theCENTER will be closed Mon. September 2nd.
About Us
As always, if you have comments or suggestions, we would love to hear them. Email elizabeth.walter@cabcwaco.org or call us at 754.7971. Thanks for being a member of theCENTER!