Leisure Ledger September - December 2023

continued from page 53 — Power Yoga Fitness Age: 18-99 yrs. A strengthening treat without the weights! This class emphasizes alignment and provides an opportunity to challenge and deepen your yoga practice. The pace may be faster or include longer holds of poses. This class is not appropriate for beginners. Please bring your mats, towels, or blankets. Pullen Community Center – Course Fee: $61 Oct 4-Nov 29 W 5:30-6:30pm Soul Line Dance & Get Fit Age: 16-99 yrs. This class is for Beginners and High Beginners (those who have attended classes before) to learn line dance terminology and steps. The goal for this class is to workout and teach newbies to line dance, introduce fast paced dances and help people feel comfortable on the dance floor. Come out and enjoy a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Please bring water, a willing attitude and a smile. First timers please arrive about 10 minutes early to register. Barwell Road Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Sep 6-Dec 27 W 6:00-7:30pm Soul Line Dance & Get Fit Class- Advanced Age: 16-99 yrs. This line dance class is for individuals who have previously taken Soul Line Dance classes and would like to advance their skills. Advanced Soul Line Dance is taught at a faster pace than the beginner pace. Come prepared to move, sweat and have fun! Marsh Creek Community Center – Course Fee: $7 Sep 5-Dec 19 Tu 6:00-7:30pm Tai Chi at Lake Lynn Age: 18-99 yrs. Tai Chi is a system of rounded, flowing, balanced movements designed to increase physical health, peace of mind and overall wellness. Often described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity, stamina and strength through gentle, fluid movements. The slow, soft, graceful movements help people of all ages to alleviate tension and stress, tone the body, develop endurance, increase longevity and improve general health and well-being. Students will learn basic Tai Chi stances, hand movements and breathing techniques called chi gung. Instructor: Sifu Matthew Martin. Lake Lynn Community Center Sep 6-Sep 27 M&W 4:00-5:00pm Fee: $71 Oct 2-Oct 30 M&W 4:00-5:00pm Fee: $71 Nov 1-Nov 29 M&W 4:00-5:00pm Fee: $71 Dec 4-Dec 20 M&W 4:00-5:00pm Fee: $53 4 Month Session Option Sep 6-Dec 20 M&W 4:00-5:00pm Fee: $248

Women’s Self Defense Age: 16-99 yrs. Do you worry about defending yourself? Let's turn that anxiety into action! In this fun, high-energy class, we will provide a safe space to develop awareness, assertiveness, and the physical tools you might need to defend yourself or someone you love. Sessions will offer a combination of conversation, information, and hands-on practice of basic self-defense techniques. No experience? No problem! You're welcome to work at your own pace through each step-by-step lesson in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Let's learn how to prevent trouble and stop danger together! Hill Street Neighborhood Center – Course Fee: $101 Sep 11-Oct 4 M&W 6:45-7:45pm Oct 9-Nov 1 M&W 6:45-7:45pm Nov 6-Dec 6 M&W 6:45-7:45pm Yoga at Optimist Community Center Age: yrs. Optimist Community Center – Course Fee: $10 Sep 5-Dec 19 Tu 6:30-7:30pm Zumba® at Abbotts Creek Age: 16-99 yrs. This aerobic fitness class adults and teens uses rhythms from salsa, merengue, samba, cha-cha and other Latin music. This class combines body-sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps. Chair Zumba may be incorporated into some classes. You may bring small weights to class. Instructor: Ladarius Satterwhite Abbotts Creek Community Center Sep 6-Dec 20 W 6:45-7:45pm Fee: $10 Sep 6-Sep 27 W 6:45-7:45pm Fee: $31 Oct 4-Oct 25 W 6:45-7:45pm Fee: $31 Nov 1-Nov 29 W 6:45-7:45pm Fee: $41 Dec 6-Dec 20 W 6:45-7:45pm Fee: $21 Zumba® at Tarboro Rd Age: 18-99 yrs. Join us for Zumba at Tarboro Rd! Zumba is an interval workout. The classes move between high- and low-intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. There will be music, fun, friends, and sweat! No previous dance experience needed. All levels are invited! Instructor: Deborah Payne. Tarboro Road Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Sep 21-Jan 9 W 6:30-7:30pm

ZUMBA® at Barwell Road Age: 13-99.9 yrs. This aerobic fitness class adults and teens uses rhythms from salsa, merengue, samba, cha-cha and other Latin music. This class combines body-sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps. Chair Zumba may be incorporated into some classes. You may bring small weights to class. Instructor: Dionne Taylor. Barwell Road Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Sep 7-Dec 28 Th 7:00-8:00pm ZUMBA® at Green Road Age: 12-99 yrs. When you see a Zumba class in action, you’ll have to give it a try. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you’re getting fit and your energy levels are soaring! There’s no other fitness class like a Zumba fitness party. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating, often building a deep-rooted sense of community among returning students. Green Road Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Instructor: Crystal Morgan Sep 6-Dec 27 M&W 6:00-7:00pm Instructor: Maria Williams Sep 5-Dec 29 Tu & F 6:00-7:00pm ZUMBA® at Greystone Age: 12-99 yrs. ZUMBA dance fitness combines rhythms of Latin and international music to make exercising fun! Learn basic steps to salsa, merengue, cumbia, samba and more! No dance experience necessary. Transform your body to a healthier you! Don’t wait any longer! Come join the Zumba party for $5 per class. All classes taught by a licensed Zumba Instructor Kaori Isaacson Greystone Recreation Center – Course Fee: $5 Sep 7-Dec 28 Th 6:00-7:00pm ZUMBA® at Millbrook Age: 15-99 yrs. International explosion of dance, fun and fitness! Learn the basic Latin rhythms and moves of merengue, salsa, cumbia as well as African inspired beats. No prior dance experience or background necessary. Come join the Zumba party! Pre-registration required. Millbrook Exchange Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Sep 5-Dec 19 Tu 6:30-7:30pm ZUMBA® at the Creek! Age: 15-99 yrs. International explosion of dance, fun and fitness! Learn the basic Latin rhythms and moves of merengue, salsa, cumbia and more. No prior dance experience or background necessary. Come join the Zumba party! Pre-registration highly recommended. Instructor: Shay Anderson Brier Creek Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Sep 7-Dec 28 Th 6:30-7:30pm Sep 2-Dec 30 Sa 9:30-10:30am

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