Where We SLAM
Newport News Park
Newport News Park
13560 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23603
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 10:00 – 11:00am
Newport News Park is one of the largest municipal parks (7,500+ acres) east of the Mississippi River, and is conveniently located right off of I-64 in the heart of the Virginia Peninsula in northern Newport News. The park offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, biking, mountain biking, picnicking, paddle boating, canoeing, archery and freshwater fishing. The park has several playgrounds for kids and plenty of open space to S.L.A.M.
Parking & Meeting Info
When you drive in the main entrance, off of Jefferson Street, take your first right. We meet at the park across from the Ranger Station. You can park near the playground or along the frisbee golf course. We meet in front of the two big pavilions next to the sand volleyball court.
Questions? Contact Sheena Richards
Williamsburg Veterans Park
Williamsburg Veterans Park
Monday & Wednesday | 10:00 – 11:00am
Veterans Park is a beautiful, 19-acre park in Williamsburg. It is the home to the amazing Kidsburg, a 30,000-square-foot lighted playground that features separate play areas for children ages 2-5 and 5-12, a ship replica, swing areas and a zip line. The beautiful, open grass fields, next to the playground, offer the perfect place to S.L.A.M.
Parking & Meeting Info
We park in the main parking lot right off of Ironbound Road. We meet next to the pavilion in the grassy area of the park, away from the playground.
Questions? Contact Sheena Richards
Veterans Park
Newport News Park
SLAM Boss
Sheena Richards| sheena@sweatlikeamother.com
Sheena is a military wife and mom to three awesome kids. She is originally from a very small town in Northwest Iowa and has a love for running and fitness. She is an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor and is First Aid and CPR/AED certified through the American Red Cross. She holds a Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Certification. She has an MBA in Healthcare Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine. After spending the past 14 years working in Radiology, she made the decision to start a new adventure and open Stroller Strong Moms Newport News, in hopes of bringing woman and kids together within her community.
Sheena first joined S.L.A.M. in the original S.L.A.M. city of Columbus, Georgia after she had her third baby in 2017. She was hooked from day 1. When the military moved her family to El Paso, TX she once again found her tribe and continued the S.L.A.M. life in El Paso where she found a passion for wanting to help others reach their fitness goals. The Army has now brought her and her family to Fort Eustis, Virginia. She is determined to bring the encouraging, supportive, and inspiring S.L.A.M. life to her new city in hopes of creating a group that is inclusive and welcoming to moms in all stages of motherhood. Sheena’s favorite ways to S.L.A.M. include running, HIIT workouts, and heavy weight training. Sheena is thrilled to get started and can’t wait to meet the moms and kids in Newport News and surrounding area.
Pricing
Free Trial
- Perfect for those attending their first class who want to learn more about SLAM
- Expires after 1 use
5 Class Pass
- Good for those planning to attend class biweekly
- Expires 2 months after purchase
10 Class Pass
- A great option for attending class once a week
- Expires 4 months after purchase
Monthly Unlimited
- Perfect for attending class often
- Cancel at any time with 2 weeks notice, pregnant moms may place a hold
The Newport News Team
Sheena Richards | Instructor & Owner | sheena@sweatlikeamother.com
Sheena is a military wife and mom to three awesome kids. She is originally from a very small town in Northwest Iowa and has a love for running and fitness. She is an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor and is First Aid and CPR/AED certified through the American Red Cross. She holds a Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Certification. She has an MBA in Healthcare Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine. After spending the past 14 years working in Radiology, she made the decision to start a new adventure and open Stroller Strong Moms Newport News, in hopes of bringing woman and kids together within her community.
Sheena first joined S.L.A.M. in the original S.L.A.M. city of Columbus, Georgia after she had her third baby in 2017. She was hooked from day 1. When the military moved her family to El Paso, TX she once again found her tribe and continued the S.L.A.M. life in El Paso where she found a passion for wanting to help others reach their fitness goals. The Army has now brought her and her family to Fort Eustis, Virginia. She is determined to bring the encouraging, supportive, and inspiring S.L.A.M. life to her new city in hopes of creating a group that is inclusive and welcoming to moms in all stages of motherhood. Sheena’s favorite ways to S.L.A.M. include running, HIIT workouts, and heavy weight training. Sheena is thrilled to get started and can’t wait to meet the moms and kids in Newport News and surrounding area.
Rosa is an Army wife of 10 years with two boys and a third on the way. She is an ACE certified group fitness instructor and is first aid/CPR certified through the American Red Cross. Rosa is also a certified Music Together teacher and currently teaches in Chesapeake, VA.
She first discovered S.L.A.M. at Fort Sill, Oklahoma a couple months after it opened in 2020 and she has been hooked ever since! Rosa has been at S.L.A.M. Newport News since day one and absolutely LOVES the community, so much that she drives 45+ minutes one way to get to class, and it is 100% worth it!
Kira is an ACE certified group fitness instructor, CPR/AED certified, and a practicing Physician Assistant. Prior to moving to Coastal Virginia, Kira joined S.L.A.M. Savannah in 2019 where she fell in love with all things S.L.A.M. and has not looked back!
Kira has always held a love for fitness, but this love was reignited after having her second child and finding the community that is S.L.A.M. Kira is always up for a challenge and loves to encourage others along their fitness journeys. Kira is a military spouse and originally from outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She currently resides in Williamsburg with her husband, son, and daughter. Her favorite ways to S.L.A.M. include running, heavy weights, and partner work.
