Update on Estep Family Life Center Daily Operations:

We are excited to announce that the FBC Estep Family Life Center will be re-opening Tuesday, May 26!

The Estep Family Life Center (EFLC) is looking forward to welcoming all of you back! However, some things are going to look different in our facility for a while. Below are a few changes to our operation in accordance with the State of South Carolina Re-opening Guidelines. As we progress through each month, we will revise these policies when deemed safe by the government and health officials.

Limitation of hours to 9 AM – 6:30 PM Monday – Thursday and 9 AM – 3 PM on Friday’s.
No basketball games – (no pickup, shoot around, or team play).
No use of the basketball court.
Lockers and showers are closed. Please bring a bag to store all your work out items.
Restrooms will have some stalls closed to limit touch surfaces.
Water fountains are closed; however, we do have vending machines with water and Powerade.
Participants will have temperature taken & recorded before entering.
Hands should be disinfected upon entering & exiting.
There will be a designated entrance and exit.
Social distancing should be observed in all areas of the facility.
Limitation of number of participants allowed in each area of facility.
Aerobics/Fitness classes will have 10’ x 10’ marked spaces for participants to stay within while exercising.
The amount of time allowed in the Weight Room or the Cardio Room will be limited.
Equipment used by participants should be disinfected before & after use.
Staff will clean high touch surfaces, bathrooms, and the Cardio/Weight rooms constantly throughout the day.

COVID Ministry Update

Flag Football Camp (June 15-18, 2020) – Flag Football Camp has been cancelled this year. Those who are registered will be contacted with a notification of cancellation and refunds will be issued by the middle of May.

Art Camp (June 22-25, 2020) – Art Camp has been cancelled this year. Those who are registered will be contacted with a notification of cancellation and refunds will be issued by the middle of May.

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Current Hours

Mon. – Thurs. 9 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday 9 AM – 3 PM

ADDRESS

1410 Sumter Street
Columbia, SC

PHONE NUMBER

803.343.8587

ESTEP FAMILY LIFE CENTER

FIRST takes a total-life approach to bringing families together by offering Christ-centered, fun-filled activities and sports for people of all ages. We offer specialized exercise classes, instruction-for-life classes, and high-energy sports to help you improve your fitness level while also enjoying fellowship with others.

Regardless of your experience or abilities, the Recreation Ministry at FIRST provides many great ways to exercise the body as well as to build character and relationships. Look through our list. We have no doubt that you will find just the class you are looking for!

Membership

FBC Member Wellness

Cost: $30/individual/year or $40/family/year

FBC Member Wellness Membership Form

If you are a member of First Baptist Church, you can join the Estep Family Life Center. You can gain access to the basketball courts, weight room, cardio room, as well as the lockers and showers. To sign up for your membership download and complete the FBC Membership Form and bring payment to the 2nd floor activity desk of the EFLC.

Downtown Business Associates

Cost: $80/individual/6 months or $110/family/6 months

$25/individual/month or $45/family/month

Downtown Business Associates Membership Form

Are you looking for a place to work out, use cardio equipment, walk/jog, play basketball and access lockers and showers? The Estep Family Life Center (EFLC) offers all these activities with a 6 month membership. To join, download and complete the DBA Membership Form and bring payment to the 2nd floor activity desk of the EFLC.

FITNESS

AEROBICS

No membership required for Aerobics Classes

Here at EFLC we give you the freedom and flexibility to choose a fitness plan that fits your needs without the added membership fees. You can sign up for any aerobics class individually or bundle them together for a better price. Browse our Aerobics Classes below then click on the Register button to sign up.

Zumba Fitness® at Lunch

Instructor: Licensed Zumba® Fitness Instructors

Days/Times: M, T & Th, 12:15 – 1:00 PM

Start Date: Will resume upon re-opening (8 week session)

Class Description

Come join the party at lunch! Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations. The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.

Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.

Second session begins March 2. Register and pay online at www.estepfamilylifecenter.com. Minimum of 10 participants pre-registered to hold the class.

Minimum of 10 participants pre-registered to hold the class.

Evening Pilates

Instructor: Certified PHI® Pilates instructors

Days/Times: M & Th, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Start Date: Will resume upon re-opening (8 week session)

Class Description

January 6 begins first 8 week session. By popular demand we have added Thursday nights! Pilates is a body sculpting activity that works your body from the inside out. Develop long lean muscles from this great core exercise class.

Second session begins March 2. Class holiday is January 20. Register and pay online at www.estepfamilylifecenter.com. Minimum of 10 participants pre-registered to hold the class.

Minimum of 10 participants pre-registered to hold the class.

Workout Wednesday

Instructor: Certified instructors

Day/Time: W, 5:40 – 6:30 PM

Start Date: Will resume upon re-opening (8 week session)

Class Description

January 8 begins first 8 week session. Come join us for an exercise class that is constantly keeping you on your toes. Class will offer Pilates, Zumba, Zumba toning, strength training and more – all from certified and licensed instructors!

Keep in shape with this new and ever changing mid-week exercise class! Second session begins March 4. Register and pay online at www.estepfamilylifecenter.com. Minimum of 10 participants pre-registered to hold the class.

Minimum of 10 participants pre-registered to hold the class.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Choose the classes that best fit your schedule and your needs, and enjoy your path to a healthy lifestyle.

First Place

Instructors: Carol McAlister & Sandy Greer

Day/Times: M, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Start Date:

Cost/Description

$95/first time participants and $20/continuing participants

This 12 week Christ-centered health program begins January 6. Each session offers instruction and Bible study designed to help you lose weight by bringing balance to your life. Call 343.8578 for more details and to register.

Strong to the Bone

Instructor: Carleen Smoak, certified instructor

Days/Times: M & Th, 9:30 – 10:30 AM

Start Date: Temporarily suspended

Cost/Description

$40/8 week session

If you have already registered but haven’t paid, please click here

January 6 begins first 8 week session. Class is designed to increase strength, balance and flexibility for the participants by incorporating chair exercises with elastic bands. Second 8 week session begins March 2.