Leisure Ledger September - December 2023

Family Family Tree Yoga

Anne Gordon Center Sep 11-Sep 25 M Oct 2-Oct 30 M Nov 6-Nov 27 M Dec 4-Dec 18 M Sep 6-Sep 27 W Oct 4-Oct 25 W Nov 1-Nov 30 W Dec 6-Dec 20 W Five Points Center Sep 5-Sep 26 Tu Oct 3-Oct 31 Tu Nov 7-Nov 28 Tu Dec 5-Dec 19 Tu

will increase endurance, mental acuity, agility, and balance. This is an 8 week class. Advanced Sun Style: Pre-requisite is beginner and intermediate classes. This class teaches the Sun 73 Long Form which includes movements learned in Beginner and Intermediate classes. The longer sequence builds endurance and previous improvements made in strength, balance and memory. This is a 16 week class. Various Styles: No experience needed. Class changes through various forms of Tai Chi and Qi Gong.

9:15-10:00am 9:15-10:00am 9:15-10:00am 9:15-10:00am 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am

Fee: $9 Fee: $16 Fee: $12 Fee: $9 Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $9 Fee: $12 Fee: $16 Fee: $12 Fee: $9

Age: 5-8 yrs. This class is for parents, caregiver, and their child to have an opportunity to strengthen the family bond through the practice of yoga. We’ll include age appropriate poses to build confidence, partner poses to promote bonding, acroyoga to foster trust, as well as yoga games that make learning yoga fun! Reinforce your family’s roots while creating a strong and grounded practice that will last for years to come. All levels of yoga are welcomed. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat. Hill Street Neighborhood Center – Course Fee: $41 Sep 7-Sep 28 Th 6:30-7:30pm Oct 5-Oct 26 Th 6:30-7:30pm Nov 2-Nov 30 Th 6:30-7:30pm Fresh 4 Success Age: 0-17 yrs. Marsh Creek is partnering with All Embracing Barber to offer this back to school event for children of all ages. Featuring haircuts, school supplies, and bookbags. For additional information please contact Marsh Creek Community Center. Pre-registration is requested but not required, as you can register day of. Marsh Creek Community Center Aug 26 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm Maelawano Martial Arts Age: 10 and up The Maelawano system is a martial art that incorporates the science of body mechanics, psychological tactics and breath control for the contemporary threats of today. Maelawano meaning harmony, is the martial practice of various styles for effective street self-defense. We believe that martial arts would be a benefit to the body based on the following it provides the individual: discipline, focus, patience and flexibility that is necessary to perform self-defense. We offer a warrior’s philosophy, moral and ethics that serve as a guideline to the physical techniques required in martial arts. This program will also introduce some minimal yoga and chi kung, which is also beneficial for the body. Martial Arts Instructor: Keith Nikoi,4th Degree Japanese GoJu Ryu, 4th Degree Go Kempo Jitsu (weapons: Jo, Sai, Arnis sticks) Biltmore Hills Community Center – Course Fee: $21 Sep 5-Dec 21 Tu&Th 6:30-8:00pm

Yoga Gentle Floor Age: 18-99 yrs. Gentle Yoga is structured to accommodate students of all levels and physical abilities. Poses are done in a variety of positions, including lying down, sitting, on hands and knees and standing. Modifications with props are suggested, as needed. Yoga incorporates breathing, stretching and strengthening exercises in addition to mindfulness practice. Bring your own mat. Anne Gordon Center Sep 11-Sep 25 M 10:15-11:15am Fee: $9 Oct 2-Oct 30 M 10:15-11:15am Fee: $16 Nov 6-Nov 27 M 10:15-11:15am Fee: $12 Dec 4-Dec 18 M 10:15-11:15am Fee: $9 Sep 6-Sep 27 W 3:30-4:30pm Fee: $12 Oct 4-Oct 25 W 3:30-4:30pm Fee: $12 Nov 1-Nov 29 W 3:30-4:30pm Fee: $16 Dec 6-Dec 20 W 3:30-4:30pm Fee: $9 Sep 7-Sep 28 Th 11:15am-12:15pm Fee: $12 Oct 5-Oct 26 Th 11:15am-12:15pm Fee: $12 Nov 2-Nov 30 Th 11:15am-12:15pm Fee: $12 Dec 7-Dec 28 Th 11:15am-12:15pm Fee: $12

Anne Gordon Center Advanced Sun Style Sep 11-Sep 25 M Oct 2-Oct 30 M Nov 6-Nov 27 M Dec 4-Dec 18 M Beginner Sun Style Sep 11-Sep 25 M Oct 2-Oct 30 M Nov 6-Nov 27 M Dec 4-Dec 18 M Intermediate Sun Style Sep 11-Sep 25 M Oct 2-Oct 30 M Nov 6-Nov 27 M Dec 4-Dec 18 M

1:00-1:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 2:00-2:45pm 2:00-2:45pm 2:00-2:45pm 2:00-2:45pm 3:00-3:45pm 3:00-3:45pm 3:00-3:45pm 3:00-3:45pm 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm

Fee: $9 Fee: $16 Fee: $12 Fee: $9 Fee: $9 Fee: $16 Fee: $12 Fee: $9 Fee: $9 Fee: $16 Fee: $12 Fee: $9 Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $12

Various Styles Sep 7-Sep 28 Th Oct 5-Oct 26 Th Nov 2-Nov 30 Th Dec 7-Dec 28 Th

Walk and Talk Meet Up Age: yrs. Walking offers many benefits- lower blood pressure, stronger bones and muscles, increased calories burned, and elevated mood. Walks are typically 45 minutes to an hour at a medium pace. Walks start at different locations decided upon by a group vote. The location is shared via email once decided upon. Please pre-register so that we know you are coming! 10:30-11:30am Workout With Weights Age: 18-99 yrs. This class covers the proper technique for lifting weights. Get toned and build lean muscle safely using free weights. NO CLASS 9/4 - LABOR DAY. Five Points Center Sep 11-Sep 25 M 11:45am-12:30pm Fee: $9 Oct 2-Oct 30 M 11:45am-12:30pm Fee: $16 Nov 6-Nov 27 M 11:45am-12:30pm Fee: $12 Dec 4-Dec 18 M 11:45am-12:30pm Fee: $9 Yoga Chair Age: 18-99 yrs. This class includes stretches to increase range of motion, simple balancing poses to strengthen muscles that support joints and breath awareness to calm and release tension. All standing poses may be done with the support of a chair. Students should provide their own yoga mat. Five Points Center Sep 5-Dec 19 Tu

Five Points Center Sep 6-Sep 27 W Oct 4-Oct 25 W Nov 1-Nov 29 W Dec 6-Dec 20 W Sep 7-Sep 28 Th Oct 5-Oct 26 Th Nov 2-Nov 30 Th Dec 7-Dec 28 Th

10:30-11:45am 10:30-11:45am 10:30-11:45am 10:30-11:45am 10:00-11:00am 10:00-11:00am 10:00-11:00am 10:00-11:00am

Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $16 Fee: $9 Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $12 Fee: $12

Wellness

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ZUMBA Gold® Age: 18-99 yrs. Zumba Gold® recreates the original moves of Zumba® at a lower intensity. It is set to Latin, international and pop music and combines cardio fitness, muscle conditioning, balance and coordination. The easy-to-follow moves and invigorating party-like atmosphere feel friendly. Modifications will be provided for all fitness levels. Anne Gordon Center Sep 1-Sep 29 F 9:15-10:00am Fee: $0 Oct 6-Oct 27 F 9:15-10:00am Fee: $12 Nov 3-Nov 17 F 9:15-10:00am Fee: $6 Dec 1-Dec 29 F 9:15-10:00am Fee: $16

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