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Park District of Oak Park Spring 2016 Program Guide

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70 www.pdop.org Program Ages Day(s) & Date(s) Time(s) Location # of Classes Activity # Res/NR Intermediate Ballet 15 + M, May 2 - May 23 7:20-8:45P Dole Center 4 262281-01 $62/93 Swing & Ballroom 15 + M, May 9 - June 20 7:00-7:55P Cheney Mansion 6 262282-01 $62/93 Ballroom Dance-Latin 15 + M, May 9 - June 20 8:00-8:55P Cheney Mansion 6 262283-01 $62/93 Tai Chi 15 + Tu, Apr 19 - May 24 8:00-8:55P Fox Center 6 225340-01 $66/99 Tai Chi 15 + W, Apr 20 - May 25 9:15-10:25A Fox Center 6 225340-02 $66/99 QiGong 4 the Season 15 + W, Apr 20 - May 25 10:30-11:25A Fox Center 6 225341-01 $66/99 Therapeutic Tai Chi 15 + Th, Apr 21 - May 26 10:00-10:55A Fox Center 6 225343-01 $66/99 Awareness thru Movement 15 + W, Apr 20 - May 25 9:00-9:55A Dole Center 6 225345-01 $66/99 Awareness thru Movement 15 + Tu, Apr 19 - May 24 7:15-8:10P Dole Center 6 225345-02 $66/99 6-Weeks to a Bullseye 17-20 W, Apr 6 - May 11 7:15-8:15P Fox Center 6 226290-04 $85/97 6-Weeks to a Bullseye 21 + W, Apr 6 - May 11 8:15-9:15P Fox Center 6 226290-05 $85/97 6-Weeks to a Bullseye 17-20 Sa, Apr 9 - May 14 1:00-2:00P Fox Center 6 226290-09 $85/97 6-Weeks to a Bullseye 21 + Sa, Apr 9 - May 14 2:00-3:00P Fox Center 6 226290-10 $85/97 3-Week Robin Hood 17-39 W, May 18 - June 1 7:15-8:15P Fox Center 3 226291-04 $43/49 3-Week Robin Hood 40 + W, May 18 - June 1 8:15-9:15P Fox Center 3 226291-05 $43/49 3-Week Robin Hood 17-39 Sa, May 21 - June 4 1:00-2:00P Fox Center 3 226291-09 $43/49 3-Week Robin Hood 40 + Sa, May 21 - June 4 2:00-3:00P Fox Center 3 226291-10 $43/49 Intermediate Adult Ballet Supervisor: Stefany Cotton Ballet is a rhythmical dance that enriches the soul and is an excellent form of exercise. You will tone, strengthen and lengthen your body while exploring basic ballet movements and beyond. Previous ballet experience required to join this class. Instructor: Catherine Tully. Min 6/Max 14 Swing Dancin' at the Mansion Learn classic ballroom dances with a special emphasis on Swing. e instructor's easy teaching style will have you gliding across the dance floor in just a few weeks. You'll learn to Swing, Foxtrot and Rumba and burn some calories at the same time! No experience or partner required. Please bring smooth-soled shoes to class. Instructor: Terry Z. Min 8/Max 20 • Class does not meet on 5/30 Latin Dancin' at the Mansion Salsa remains (for good reason) the world's most popular "street" or "club" social dance. Here in the Chicago area, this music is featured at different clubs and venues virtually every night of the week. You'll be introduced to the basic steps, leading and following techniques, awareness of the music, and the "flow" of the dance. Meringue included. No partner required. Instructor: Terry Z. Min 6/Max 20 • Class does not meet on 5/30 Tai Chi Supervisor: Laura Greeley Tai Chi (Yang Style): Taijiquan (grand ultimate fist) refers to a series of dynamic, connected postures strung together in a smooth, flowing manner. Within the postures are martial art aspects that are largely hidden. Class begins with QiGong sets and then moves on to emphasize the 24 posture Beijing style (Yang short form). is class is oen taken on a continuing basis as a lifestyle endeavor. Instructor: Beatrice DeFranco • Min 6/Max 20 QiGong for the Season Supervisor: Laura Greeley Experience the flow of energy (Qi) and the power of self-healing. Learn how to combine static and moving meditations with the Five Elements and cycles of nature to cultivate your energy garden. Season-specific foods will also be introduced. Many healthcare practitioners are recommending this Chinese bio-energetic system as a productive, integrative therapy that supports wellness through exercise. Instructor: Beatrice DeFranco Min 6/Max 20 Therapeutic Tai Chi Supervisor: Laura Greeley Class focus is on using breath and energy techniques common to tai chi & qigong to progressively bring about a state of balance and stability. We begin with chair work to open joints and release tension throughout the body. As the class progresses, we move to more challenging Temple style tai chi (can be done standing or sitting) which supports strength, endurance and balance. Many feel that the most valuable thing about the class is that it retrains the breathing to restore deep vitality. Instructor: Beatrice DeFranco. Min 6/Max 16 Awareness Through Movement Supervisor: Laura Greeley Resilience of Mind & Body for facing life's challenges! If you'd like to feel more at home and at peace in your body, this is the class for you. Current students are amazed at the reduction of pain and the improvement of balance and flexibility. is class integrates healthy biomechanics, core exercises, meditation, and clarity of intention. Instructor: Mary Susan Chen Min 6/Max 18 Special Interest DANCE, FITNESS & ARCHERY For a low-impact workout try one of our ARCHERY classes! See descriptions on page 48 and the schedule below.

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