Turn the Beat Around: Weight Training for Everyone
When instructor and fitness entrepreneur Kara Simmons walks into the group fitness room at Clyde Recreation Center, she’s carrying more than a set of dumbbells. She’s carrying a philosophy: strength training should be accessible, energizing, and — perhaps most surprisingly — fun. Simmons teaches Upbeat Lift, a choreographed strength-training class that pairs traditional muscle-building exercises […]
Stronger Every Second: How Bill Castillo’s MRT Class Transforms Lives
At the Clyde Recreation Center in Springville, the music is loud, the energy is high, and the sweat is real — often due to Bill Castillo’s MRT (Metabolic Resistance Training) classes. MRT is a fast-paced class built around short bursts of intense exercise and quick recovery. It’s not your average gym routine, and trainer Bill […]
Making a Splash with Aqua Combat: Fitness, Fun, and Community at the Clyde Recreation Center
At the Clyde Recreation Center in Springville, the pool isn’t just for swimming laps. On certain days, it transforms into an energetic arena where punches, kicks, and jumps meet the resistance of water. Welcome to Aqua Combat, a high-energy workout taught by longtime aquatics instructor Renee Slater. “It’s based around MMA boxing techniques,” Slater explained. […]
Finding Strength, Friendship, and Fun at CRC Fit
Walk into the Clyde Recreation Center in Springville, and you might hear upbeat music, the clink of dumbbells, and the encouraging voice of Alec Noll leading a class through their latest workout challenge. But this isn’t just another exercise program. For Noll, teaching FIT class isn’t about sculpted abs or flashy routines; it’s about helping […]
The medicine of movement: cycle class for better health
At first glance, a cycle class can look a little intimidating. Rows of bikes. Blaring music. A room full of people pedaling like they’re in the Tour de France. But if you step into Cameron Smith’s class at Springville’s Clyde Recreation Center, you’ll find something a little different: a welcoming community; a low-impact but high-reward […]
Magleby’s: A place worth dressing up for
Magleby’s has been an institution in Utah Valley, and holds a place of prominence in Springville, sitting in the historic Reynolds building on the corner of Main Street and 200 South. The interior is an eclectic mix of styles, with raw, original brick mixed with Greek columns, and modern steelwork. Tall windows topped with intricate […]
Making Waves: How Aqua Zumba Builds Strength, Community, and Joy
At first glance, Aqua Zumba might look like a poolside party at Clyde Recreation Center. But behind the upbeat music, splashing water, and smiling faces is a powerful form of movement that’s transforming lives—one dance step at a time. “It’s more than just a group fitness class,” says Jodi Thompson, who has been teaching fitness […]
Finding Balance on Water: The Healing Power of Glide Yoga
In the gentle ripple of a pool at Clyde Recreation Center, Cari Batty leads a group of students through a practice that’s equal parts strength, and surrender. Known as Glide Yoga or SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Yoga, this water-based class is gaining traction for its unique blend of challenge and calm. In Glide Yoga, the boards […]
Chubby’s comes to Springville
Though they opened in December, Chubby’s Neighborhood Café is one of the newest restaurants to join the Springville community, and community is a big deal to them. Despite it being printed on the side of every cup, some may not realize that Chubby’s is a local, family-owned chain that started right here in Utah Valley. […]
Adventures in Babysitting: The CRC helps ready the next generation of childcare pros
The Clyde Recreation Center in Springville offers a comprehensive babysitting course designed to equip young individuals with the skills and confidence needed to excel in this important responsibility. Tailored for participants ages 10 and older, this engaging course lasts two and a half hours. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to address the multifaceted aspects of […]
