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Bootcamp At Worthdale Age: 18-99 yrs. Participants will experience a full body strength and conditioning workout which increases metabolism so you may continue to burn more calories after each session. This workout mixes strength, cardiovascular and interval training using both body weight and free weights. A safe, supportive and motivational environment is provided for participants. All levels are welcomed. Worthdale Community Center – Course Fee: $15 Jan 2-Jan 30 Tu & Th 7:15-8:15pm Feb 1-Feb 29 Tu & Th 7:15-8:15pm Mar 5-Mar 28 Tu & Th 7:15-8:15pm Apr 4-Apr 30 Tu & Th 7:15-8:15pm Cardio Sculpt Age: 18-99 yrs. Just enough cardio, strength, and ab work to make you feel fit and strong! The class format consists of low or high impact cardio exercises, followed by dumbbell or body weight strength training, and core exercises on the mat set to motivational music. Appropriate for all levels of fitness. The instructor will cue modifications. Participants shall bring their own mat. Strength training equipment will be provided. Laurel Hills Community Center Jan 8-Jan 29 M 10:30-11:30am Fee: $30 Feb 5-Feb 26 M 10:30-11:30am Fee: $40 Mar 4-Mar 25 M 10:30-11:30am Fee: $40 Apr 1-Apr 29 M 10:30-11:30am Fee: $50 Chavis Line Dancing Age: 16-99 yrs. Chavis Line Dance is group dancing fitness and fun! Classes are offered weekly for beginners through advanced line dancers and everyone is welcome. John Chavis Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Jan 9-Apr 30 Tu 6:30-8:30pm Cloggin Age: 13-99 yrs. Enjoy learning to clog, or double-step up to something more advanced! All levels of learners welcome -- it’s fun, and great exercise, in an open, non-competitive environment. Partners are not necessary, and line (individual) dances as well as traditional figures and steps are taught. Clogging is the wonderful percussive dance often seen when bluegrass or old-time music is playing - though this class incorporates pop songs as well. Clogging - also called flatfooting or buckdancing - began in the mountains of North Carolina, and has spread all over the world. Tap shoes or hard-sole shoes are best, but any shoe is fine! Jaycee Community Center – Course Fee: $35 Jan 4-Feb 22 Th 6:00-8:00pm Feb 29-Apr 18 Th 6:00-8:00pm

classical dance. Join us and enhance your performance, coordination, and expression as you refine your technique and develop your artistic abilities. Recommend bringing a yoga mat but not required. Instructor: Helen/Heng Ryan Brier Creek Community Center – Course Fee: $5 Jan 5-Apr 26 F 7:00-8:00pm Belly Dance Choreography Age: 18-99 yrs. Students with an understanding of the basic moves of belly dance are invited to learn a beginner/intermediate level choreography to be performed with Sadiyah on the final date of the session. Students will also be supported in creating their own solo/ duet performances, if desired, to be performed at the end of session event. Each session is 8 weeks in length, and registration will be closed after the 2nd week of class. Please note the drop-in class is available at 3:15pm each Sunday. Lake Lynn Community Center Jan 8-Feb 19 M 7:15-8:00pm Fee: $36 Mar 4-Apr 22 M 7:15-8:00pm Fee: $41 Lake Lynn Community Center Jan 7-Feb 25 Su 4:30-5:15pm Fee: $41 Mar 3-Apr 28 Su 4:30-5:15pm Fee: $41

Age: 18-99 yrs. This class is for those seeking to unwind the body and mind after a long day. During class you will build internal heat and focus, strength and flexibility. Class will start with conscious breathing and gentle stretches, progressing to more active, fluid styles of yoga. Class will incorporate standing postures and balance work. Expect to be challenged but leave feeling refreshed, relaxed and centered. Modifications for some poses will be offered so you can choose to work at the level appropriate for you. Previous yoga experience is recommended. Certified yoga instructor: Jenny Turnage. Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center – Course Fee: $61 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 6:30-7:30pm Feb 22-Mar 28 Th 6:30-7:30pm Apr 11-May 23 Th 6:30-7:30pm Asian Classical Dance Age: 15-99 yrs. Experience the grace and beauty of traditional Asian dance with our low-to-intermediate-level classical dance class. Perfect for beginners or anyone with prior dance experience! Learn intricate movements, fluid footwork and delicate hand gestures while immersing yourself in the rich culture of Asian

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