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Keep Up with the Lake House May 13

Activities & Events

Save the Date – Property Owners Luau, Saturday, May 23, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on the Lake House Lawn. Back by popular demand, enjoy traditional pig roast, live music, beer, and wine. Click here for more details.

Fitness Classes

Please welcome two new instructors to the Lake House – Nancy Trapp and Stephanie Stappelli! Joining our talented fitness staff, they are dedicated to helping Seabrookers achieve their wellness goals.

Monthly Schedule
New Classes – Mark Durinsky will be leading two new fitness classes. Beginning Thursday, May 14, Mark will lead the first session of 30/30 Beginner Boxing & Stretch at 12:00 pm. Then, on July 11, he will offer a fan favorite- Heated Stretch at 8:00 am.

The May Group Exercise Schedule

Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For more information about the series and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.

Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24
Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from June 1 to June 24 at Oyster Catcher Community Center. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
Vinyasa Yoga – Starting Thursday, June 4, this 6-week series combines standing and seated movements that flow together, incorporating balance, strength, flexibility, and breathwork. It will meet at 11:00 am from June 4 to July 9.

Keep Up with the Lake House May 13

Activities & Events

Fitness Classes

The May Group Exercise Schedule

Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For more information about the series and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.

Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24
Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from June 1 to June 24 at Oyster Catcher Community Center. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
Vinyasa Yoga – Starting Thursday, June 4, this 6-week series combines standing and seated movements that flow together, incorporating balance, strength, flexibility, and breathwork. It will meet at 11:00 am from June 4 to July 9.

Link to the Rules and Regulations

We apologize that the link to the updated Rules and Regulations did not work on the post this morning. We instead are directing you to the SIPOA website, where they are housed. Once there, click on Governance, then on Governing Documents, then on Rules and Regulations.

–Tidelines Editors

SIPOA Revises Rules and Regulations

The Safety and Security Committee completed a comprehensive review and revision of the Rules and Regulations recently adopted by the Board.

They have listed the most notable changes, including definitions and rules for:

LSVs (simplified)
Entity (clarification and property owner barcodes)
Family members and family unit (access rules)
Long and short-term tenants
SIPOA Community Center parking lot (clarification)
Resident business vehicle rule
Employee of property owner business access rule
Dune protection
Domestic household animals

Appendices A and B were also revised:
A- Violation Assessment Schedule comprehensively updated the assessment table.
B– Quick reference device/pass guide updated to match the overall document.

Thank you to the members of the Safety and Security Committee for all their hard work on this important document.

–Tidelines Editors

May 2026 Issue of Currents

The May 2026 issue of Currents is now available. Click on the cover above or visit the SIPOA website and access it through the News dropdown menu.

To receive SIPOA’s weekly Highlights email as well as special notices and alerts from SIPOA, please click here to sign up.

Email your comments and feedback to publiccomment@sipoa.org

-Submitted by SIPOA

Stay Safe Around Alligators

Seabrook Island is home to a healthy population of the American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis), a species once protected under the Endangered Species Act.

Alligators are ambush predators, meaning they lie in wait for prey to come within striking distance, then rush out to capture them. Humans are not natural prey, but alligators can mistake humans for other animals and will attack if they feel threatened.

Their natural habitat is in the lagoons and ponds, but they often travel between them to get away from larger alligators or to find a mate. The courting season for alligators is early April, and mating occurs in May through early June, when temperatures are warm. Since we are heading into mating season, you may see an alligator traveling on the road or in your yard, and you may hear males bellowing to attract females and mark territory.

Keep your distance if you see an alligator. Don’t assume alligators are slow – they can move very quickly and can run very fast. Don’t go close to them to get a better look or take a picture! Experts, wildlife authorities, and park services recommend maintaining a safe distance of at least 30 feet from alligators.

If you have a concern about an alligator, call the Seabrook Island Security Gate at 843-768-6641.

Keep Up with the Lake House May 6

Activities & Events

Melissa Durinsky, Lake House exercise instructor and personal trainer, is leaving after 20 years of helping people on Seabrook Island. Her enthusiasm helped people with their fitness, weight loss, and conditioning journeys, and everyone who took a class with Melissa or had her as a personal trainer appreciated her expertise. Her impact went beyond fitness – she’s been a motivator, supporter, and steady presence for many of us. We wish her well in her future endeavors!

Fitness Classes

Monthly Schedule
The Group Exercise Schedule can be viewed by clicking here.

Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For more information about the series and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.

Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24.
Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from June 1 to June 24 at Oyster Catcher Community Center. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.

Tour de Green Space

This past Sunday, on a beautiful afternoon, the Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy (SIGSC), in partnership with SIPOA, organized an enjoyable bike ride and Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV) tour highlighting several of our preserved green spaces. The tour kicked off with a detailed map of the 8-mile bike route. The SIPOA Safety and Security Committee generously provided bells for the bicyclists to enhance their safety and enjoyment.

Participants explored 11 designated sites, each marked by green and white flags that highlighted the extent of conservation efforts on Seabrook Island. At every stop, dedicated volunteers provided insightful overviews of these preserved areas. Attendees collected stickers at each location to track their progress throughout the tour. Continue to see pictures of the event.

Keep Up with the Lake House April 29

Activities & Events

Indoor Pool Lane Designations -To accommodate all users, click here for a reminder about the lane schedules. Knowing these guidelines helps ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all.

Fitness Classes

Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from March 30 to April 22 at Oyster Catcher. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24.
Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Yoga for Bone Health – Mondays at 11:00 am on April 20 and 27.

Brown and White Pickup Friday, May 1

The next monthly Brown and White pickup is Friday, May 1, 2026.

Bulk items can be left curbside by 7:00 am. Place items, including furniture, appliances, grills, lawn furniture, or other similar household items where you would normally leave your trash and recycling.

Hazardous waste such as old paint cans, electronics, batteries, fluorescent lights, and old yard or household chemicals can be taken to the Maintenance area (adjacent to the Community Garden at 2902B Seabrook Island Road) that morning between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm. Please hand hazardous materials directly to the attendant on duty.

Before you put your used furniture or other items on the curb for Brown and White Pickup on Friday, consider recycling them with Sea Island Habitat for Humanity. Contact the store at 843-559-4009 for more information and to arrange for free pickup of large items.

Click here for the SIPOA Garbage, Recycling, and Yard Debris Pickup Schedule for 2026.

–Tidelines Editors

Tour de Green Space Sunday, April 26

The Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy (SIGSC), in partnership with SIPOA, invites you to a delightful bike ride and LSV (Low-Speed Vehicle) tour this Sunday, April 26, from 2:00-5:00 pm. Check-in and a bike safety discussion will begin at 1:30 pm at the Lake House. We hope you can join us in this fun challenge to discover as many conservation sites as you can.

The tour will conclude at the Lake House for refreshments and exciting prizes!

Please invite your friends and family for what promises to be a joyful Sunday afternoon filled with exploration and camaraderie. We look forward to sharing this wonderful experience with you!

To learn more about Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy and how you can help, please visit our website at www.sigsc.net.

-Submitted by: Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy

Keep Up with the Lake House Wednesday, April 22

Activities & Events

Tour de Green Space – Sunday, April 26. A self-guided bike and LSV tour hosted by the Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy in partnership with SIPOA’s Safety & Security Committee. The starting location is the Lake House, and check-in begins at 1:30 pm that day. For more information, click here.

Fitness Classes

Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from March 30 to April 22 at Oyster Catcher. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The May series meets from May 6 to 27. The June series meets from June 3 to 24.
Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The May series meets from May 5 to 26. The June series meets from June 2 – 30. No class on June 9.
Yoga for Bone Health – Mondays at 11:00 am on April 20 and 27.