Burn Boot Camp

Burn Boot Camp is a "fit community of moms" - providing a great workout for women of all ages (moms or not!). There are 8 locations: Cornelius, Huntersville, Mooresville, Denver, Concord, South Charlotte, Matthews and now Durham! Some of the boot camp times offer childcare, so it is perfect for the moms who want to get a workout in but needs someone to watch her children. Your membership fee includes childcare.

Classes are offered multiple times a day, beginning at 5am. Yoga is also offered during the week.

Each workout is approximately 45 minutes and you start hard & finish hard. There is a warm-up that can consist of jumping jacks, lunges, jump squats, jumping lunges - getting your heart rate up early.

Each day focuses on different areas of the body. This week, we've focused on sprints, legs/burst finisher, and arms/core/back. Music with a great beat keeps you motivated during the workout, while the instructor walks around encouraging everyone and helping you modify the exercise if needed.

Any fitness level can participate and the instructors are very encouraging. All exercises can be modified and you complete the workout at your own fitness level. Burn Boot Camp focuses on overall fitness, developing lean muscle which burns more calories throughout the day. Over time, your body will become stronger and more fit - helping with your energy levels, posture, and overall strength.

Class participants are very friendly and encouraging of one another, making it a great workout experience. Burn Boot Camp offers a free 14 day test trial for any woman interested in giving it a try. Lauren is two weeks in and loving it!

The Mills at Rocky River - Ryan Homes

The Mills at Rocky River is a very The Mills at Rocky River is a very impressive community in Cabarrus County. It is conveniently located on the border of Concord and Harrisburg – one of the newest hot spots in Concord. The first thing you will notice about this neighborhood, is that it sits far back from the main road. Winding tree-lined streets with sidewalks take you home.

Ryan Homes, with 65 years of home building experience and ENERGY STAR Certified, offers a variety of floorplans to choose from. The Mills also has basement lots available. The design of the neighborhood is great. It is divided into four sections – Enclave, Meadows, Millspring, and Cascades. All having their own unique charm, meaning there is something for everyone! The amenities are fantastic also. A two-story clubhouse, fitness center, splash pad, a pool with slide, play area, and plenty of open space are just some of the things to enjoy in your new community.

Patriots Elementary and CC Griffin Middle School are located within the neighborhood!  Not to mention you are minutes away from Concord Mills Mall, Charlotte Motor Speedway and much more shopping, dining, and entertainment.  The Mills at Rocky River is also close to I-485 and I-85.

Fall Race Season is Here - Greater Charlotte Area Road & Trail Races

Fall race season is here!  Of course, the NASCAR races are next weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway, but we’re talking about road racing!

Many runners spend their summer sweating through mid-week tempo runs, Saturday or Sunday long runs, early morning run groups to enjoy the crisp fall weather for their fall races.  The greater Charlotte area is home to many races of all distances and below is a calendar of upcoming events.  If you are a seasoned runner or just starting out, there is something for you!  Many of these races are family-friendly or offer different distant options.  Some offer great race shirts, cocoa, beer, and door prizes!

• Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure:  THIS Saturday, October 4th in uptown Charlotte – Marshall Park.
• Rhyne Financial 8k: October 18th in downtown Lincolnton – benefiting Lincoln County Public Education Foundation
• Peak to Creek Marathon:  October 25th – race begins in Jonas Ridge & ends at Brown Mountain Beach running through Pisgah National Forest.  This race is well-known as a FAST, net-downhill course.
• Runway 5k: October 25th – a fast, flat 5k at the Charlotte Airport.
• Pancakes for Pills:  November 8th in Huntersville.  Helping to raise awareness and money for community members who sometimes have to choose between prescription medications for ailments and food.
• Thunder Road:  November 15th – 5k, half-marathon, marathon in uptown Charlotte.
• Charlotte Turkey Trot:  November 27th – Thanksgiving morning in Southpark!  Join others in running for the bird before your holiday lunch!
• Girls on the Run Fall Fest:  December 6th – Huntersville.
• We Believe Santa 5K: December 13th – U.S. National Whitewater Center – This race begins at noon – stay afterwards for cocoa, bonfire, cookies, candy canes & beer!
• Frostbite 5k:  December 20th – Kannapolis YMCA

Popular Location in Concord Gets New Community!

M/I Homes of Charlotte is expected to begin construction this fall in Brookvue; a new subdivision in Concord.  The land consists of 175 acres, and is located at the intersection of Poplar Tent and Huntersville-Concord Road.  This booming area of Concord has significantly grown over recent years, due to the fact that the location gives easy access to both I-85 and I-77, Huntersville, and Davidson.

 

M/I Homes plans on building 250 homes on the 175 acres, while keeping the rest of the land natural, backing up to the Rocky River.

 

Brookvue will offer a variety of options to homeowners, including 20 different floor plans.  Homes will start in the mid $200,000s, and will range from 2000 square feet to more than 3500 square feet. 

 

Currently, Brookvue is located in the Odell Elementary, Harris Middle, and Cox Mill High School District.

Halloween - Fun for Everyone!

This weekend kicks-off Halloween festivities in the Lake Norman Area!  Check-out our list below and let us know where you are celebrating!

Downtown Davidson offers its Halloween March on Friday, October 25th.  Kids can enjoy games starting at 4:00 pm on the town green, followed by the Halloween March at 5:00 pm.  Children can wear their costumes and march down Main Street - while merchants pass out candy.  The Halloween March begins at Town Hall and progresses down Main Street to the College Bookstore.  After the march, there is a concert on the town green.

The Lake Norman Mommies Network is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, October 26th in Cornelius.  Join the LKN Mommies Network to learn more information about this event.  We will have a bobbing for apples booth there, so come and see us!

Huntersville's Carolina Raptor Center is hosting a Hoot and Howl on Saturday, October 26th from 10am-3pm.  The festival includes science experiments, games, face-painting, and jack-o-lantern contests.

Trick-or-treating in downtown Mooresville happens on October 30th from 3pm-5pm.  Kids can wear their costumes and trick-or-treat down Main street.

Concord's Candy Crawl will take place from 3-5 pm on Halloween on Union St. in Downtown Concord. Here, children can enjoy trick or treating by going to all the shops and restaurants. Family friendly activities such as bean bag toss and basketball are also on the streets for some more fun!

Birkdale Village offers a scavenger hunt on Halloween from 5-7pm.  You can find clue sheets at the fountain that will lead you on a Halloween themed hunt!

Also, The Speedpark at Concord Mills transforms into The Scarepark every evening. Take a shot at “18 Holes of Horror Haunted Mini Golf," ride the Haunted Hayride, climb the spiderweb, and more! Admission is $5 per person, or free with purchase of Haunted Mini Golf or the Hayride.

Happy Halloween!!