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DANCE & RECREATION
MOVEMENT FOR SENIORS Life Fitness for Older Adults This course is designed to enhance the health, functional ability and quality of life for the older adult by providing a safe and effective exercise program. Includes evaluation of present levels of health and fitness, development of personal goals and individualized exercise programs, identification of lifestyle behaviors and activities for improved health and fitness, and evaluation of resources and equipment designed for the older adult. This program also includes cardiovascular, strength and flexibility activities. Though it is designed for older adults, all ages are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat for floor work. Sally Saenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60831408Body/Mind Dynamics A highly-focused, technique-oriented approach to developing core and spine stabilization as a means of increasing balance, strength and flexibility, thereby decreasing fear of injuries due to falling or “wear and tear” syndromes. Combining dance, yoga and Pilates movements, these interesting chair-tostanding exercises are designed to accommodate different fitness levels (light weights optional). Humor and fun also included! Marsha C. Rosenblum . . . . . . . . 95101101The Young at Heart Do Yoga Do you notice that you are stiff in your back or neck? Is your mind a bit fuzzy? Do you have more senior movements? Is your breath shallow as a thimble? Physical activity is one preventative measure that may help older adults maintain their independence, health and increase social supports. This older-body, user-friendly class includes traditional yoga postures and modifies them with the help of a chair or other props. These easy yoga exercises can help you reduce the pain and strain of muscles and joins, become more limber and improve your balance to prevent falls. Help refocus and sharpen your mind through energizing visualizations and meditations. Learn deep breathing and clear focusing techniques. Enliven your whole self! Please do not wear perfume or scents to class. Holly Hungett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60838401 Yoga with a Gentle Focus Are you a couch potato? Sedentary living may compromise an individual’s natural aging process and overall health. Let’s start moving. Come explore various easy, chair-assisted yoga stretches designed especially for older bodies with limited mobility. Increase your range of motion to problem areas such as neck, shoulders, back and achy joints. Experience easy weight-bearing movement to help build bone density. Learn how breathing, visualization, relaxation and meditation techniques can help with insomnia, hypertension and healing. This class is especially beneficial for those who think they can’t do it. Come prepared to experience, learn and enjoy yourself. Please do not wear perfume or any scents to class. Holly Hungett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60842201Easy Movement for Active Aging Find it harder to get up in the morning? This fun morning class is geared to awaken you to become more fully engaged in thinking, being and doing. Muscles lose size and flexibility and strength with age; this may be avoided with regular strength training and stretching. Come experience easy chairassisted yoga stretches designed with the older body in mind. Improve flexibility, balance and stability. We will explore the use of resistance bands and light weights for strengthening muscles and increasing bone density. These gentle effective exercises will bring improvement in a variety of everyday activities such as improving range of motion while driving, lessen injuries during every day lifting and movement, and improved balance to prevent falls. Have more energy for your activities. This is a no impact class and is great for those with knee or hip replacements. Renew aliveness, alertness and joyfulness! Please do not wear perfume or scents to class. Holly Hungett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95115101Moving Consciously for Older Adults A thorough non-aerobic exercise program designed for older and aging bodies with an emphasis on stretching, releasing tension and improving joint flexibility. It motivates an awareness of dealing with painful limitations and can be used as a bridge between physical therapy and the gym. Fredda Spirka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60818402Chair Yoga M’Ocean Most of us spends lots of time sitting. Learn to make some of it truly relaxing and empowering with anti-inflammatory fluid movements that stretch, strengthen and integrate the body. In these unique but simple chair exercises, experience sequences of yoga, Qi Gong, Continuum, meditative movement with sound/toning and dynamics equally aimed at reducing stress and inducing a sense of well-being. Beneficial for all ages and abilities. Excellent for those with arthritis, MS, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s, injury and illness recovery. You’ll never again “just sit!” Marsha C. Rosenblum . . . . . . . . 60854401Strength and Stability Training for Older Adults Learn techniques and practice basic movements to improve your strength and balance in a safe environment. Improve posture, gait and self-confidence with simple exercises. Intended for mature adults but appropriate for anyone who wants to increase muscle tone and improve balance skills. Wear comfortable clothes and sports shoes. Exercise equipment provided. Gloria Peyrat & Sally Saenger. . . 60844401Sit and Get Fit This “everyone-can-do” body/mind class helps encourage and improve mobility, flexibility, strength, balance, posture, breathing and relaxation. Doing most of it from a seated position makes it ideal for, but not limited to, those challenged with Parkinson’s, M.S., or arthritis or for older adults new to exercise. Special consideration for each participant’s needs makes this class usefully unique to each individual. Develop attitudes and learn techniques that work for you. Make this fun, light-hearted approach to exercise a weekly highlight. Holly Hungett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60826801  GENERAL FITNESS Pilates for Life Do you have trouble motivating yourself to go to the gym? Are conventional exercise programs boring? Find they don’t improve your posture and bearing? This one-hour program of combined exercises on the floor, standing and in motion will promote your agility, improve the fluidity of your movements in everyday life and improve your posture. Pilates is a way of life. The system includes exercises done during the day, even sitting at your desk or standing behind a counter. Eva Masin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60860102Stretch and Strengthen A class designed to increase flexibility and endurance through the use of unique floor and barre stretches to lengthen muscles, enhance circulation and minimize the stresses of daily living. Fredda Spirka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60858001Super Strength Learn strength exercises for every major muscle group and get hands-on experience in class on the proper techniques for these strength exercises using small free weights and ankle weights as appropriate. Discover helpful hints about scheduling strength exercises and practical applications for daily life. Fredda Spirka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60858201The Total Workout Want to address your total fitness goals in one class? Want to work on strength, endurance, increase energy, reduce stress and gain flexibility? Join our fun, supportive class. We begin with low impact aerobics to improve cardiovascular fitness, body tone and coordination. Next is strength training using free weights to increase muscle mass, bone density and strength. We end with floor work to stretch, enhance flexibility and relax. Weights are provided. Kerri James-Fenske . . . . . . . . . . . 60859502Outdoor Fitness More than just push ups on a bench, this is a fun, dynamic, total body workout featuring cardio, strength and stretching segments. Exercising outside in the fresh air is a wonderful way to feel better emotionally and spiritually. Come and learn creative ways to utilize the great outdoors to improve your overall health. All fitness levels and anyone 18 or over are welcome. Meet at SBCC track for the first week; subsequent classes will be held in the general area of SBCC and Shoreline Park. Sally Saenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60860202 HOLISTIC MOVEMENT Qi Gong – Tai-Ji: Breath, Sound and Movement Explore and learn a set of specific exercises from ancient Chinese culture. Through inward attention to body and breath (Chi) while moving, you will experience heightened self-regulation and deep healing. This system addresses your physical and psychological issues, it improves concentration and memory as well as enhancing the function of all internal organs. The movements balance the body’s relation to the mind. You can expect to experience more ease and a heightened sense of well-being through daily practice. Doris Green. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20203502Yoga Explore the ancient art and science of yoga to promote health, strength, flexibility, and peace of mind. Pranayama, (breathing techniques) is coupled with asanas or postures to align the skeletal system, tone the muscles, stretch the ligaments and tendons while fostering a sense of internal harmony. Deep progressive relaxation at the end of class helps participants to relieve tension and anxiety. Wanda Be, D.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . 60828701Expand upon awareness, strengthening and lengthening of the body through Hatha yoga technique. Involves some aerobic exercises to open and grow. Move at your own pace, acknowledging and following the pace at which your body needs to move. Anatomy and posture emphasized. Includes some aerobic exercises to open the lungs and warm the muscles. Fredda Spirka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60858304Tai Ji, 24 Movements This is the most popular Tai Ji movement sequence in China. It is a short form containing all the Tai Ji motions without any repetitions. It’s easy to learn. Tai Ji’s benefits include: stress reduction, increased energy and better balance. Chao-Sun Pang . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60859602Healing the Back: An Energetic Way The back supports our entire body structure. Most of us do not know how to align our backs for proper function in everyday activities. This leads to many problems such as lower back pain, frozen shoulder or neck pain. This course provides a set of exercises using traditional Chinese energetic methods of manipulation of joints and posture to encourage and strengthen weak areas by using awareness to assist in healing the back. You will learn to use awareness to locate the source of the back problem and exercises to loosen and heal the back. Chao-Sun Pang . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60826601Qi Gong Qi Gong, an exercise developed in China centuries ago, is a combination of slow, gentle body movements and breathing that generate strength, flexibility, inner calm and renewed vitality. Learn easy-to-follow yet potent exercises which elevate the flow of our life force (qi) through the body. Explore how healthy breathing involves the entire body. Qi Gong produces a quiet, meditative mood which helps us release anxieties and relieve stress. Take the opportunity to connect deeply with your inner power of self-healing. Enjoy the benefits of creating good health and peace in your life. Edward Rockett . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60856801Tai Ji Chinese Exercises The movements, philosophy and meditation effects of Tai Ji benefit the body, heart and soul of older adults and people of all ages. The entire body/mind is used when learning the ancient Eastern art. The experience is a journey of self-discovery that improves the flow of energy (circulation), flexibility in the joints, posture alignment, back problems, balance and much more. The class sessions will include a ritual embodying the eight directions and the five elements of nature: earth, fire, water, wood/wind and metal/mineral. These elements of nature are in you as well as all around you in the natural world. Results of current medical research on the effects of Tai Ji for older adults will be included. Learn systems of thinking and moving that offer a lifestyle without stress and pain. Doris Green. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60831301 AQUATICS Carpooling to St. Vincent’s is encouraged. Please follow parking guidelines. Aquatic Arthritis The water provides a safe environment for all ability levels and especially for persons with arthritis. Increase strength, range of motion, flexibility, and improve your balance in a private, warm (84°) indoor pool with shower facilities available. This is a fun, social fitness class intended for older adults but appropriate for anyone who needs a gentle to moderate water workout. Swimming ability not important. Just bring your suit and towel! Dawn Farber-Shapiro, M.A. . . . . 60848903Pool Exercise for Older Adults Exercises are performed in the water to increase cardiovascular fitness strength, flexibility and balance. Intended for older adults but open to all ages and abilities. Pool exercise is an especially comfortable workout for persons with arthritis, osteoporosis and low back pain. St. Vincent’s is a private, warm (84°) indoor pool with shower facilities available. Swimming ability not important. All you need is your suit and towel! Sally Saenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60846502Buoyancy Cuffs and Barbells This aquatic class uses bouyancy cuffs and barbells with a deep and shallow water routine. The focus is on cardio, posture, strengthening, toning, balance and playing. Students should have deep water experience and be comfortable in getting their hair wet and joining the fun! Dawn Farber-Shapiro, M.A. . . . . 60852001 DANCE Beginning Tap Level II Come “Shuffle Off to Buffalo” with us. We’ll learn tap basics, combinations and routines. A fun workout for all ages. Tamara Norton . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60853401Beginning Tap Level I A slower paced class for those who’ve never tapped before. We’ll learn to shuffle, flap, do combinations, and how to put them all together in a fun routine. Bring your smiles and your shoes! Tamara Norton . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60833001 RECREATION Basic Keelboat Sailing The A.S.A. (American Sailing Association) 101 Certification Course (Basic Keelboat Sailing) is a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles of sailing. Taught on stable (un-capsizing) 16.5’, 21’, 24’ and 26’ sailboats (sloop rigged, fixed keel), students will experience hands on instruction with minimal classroom time. Curriculum includes nautical terminology, docking, rules of the road, sail trim and shape, headsail changes, reefing, crew teamwork and responsibilities, docking under sail, safety procedures, points of sail, tacking/jibing, knots and crew overboard rescue techniques. Upon completion of this American Sailing Association Certification Course, students will have a license to rent small sail boats worldwide (up to 27’, with tiller only). PREREGISTRATION begins Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Schott Center ONLY, 310W. Padre St. Instructor TBA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60836701Golf Beginners welcome. Sharpen your skills and review the basics. Find out where you need improvement in your game. Set some attainable goals for yourself. Bring your golf clubs to the first class at Ocean Meadows Golf Course, off Storke Road in Goleta. We meet rain or shine! Robin McMann . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35110001 PERSONAL APPEARANCE The Magic Makeover It’s not about thin-it’s for every woman who has a body. Need a complete makeover or just a touchup? Lynda Millner (author of the class text book) has helped thousands of women across the United States feel better about themselves. She has 30 tricks for looking thinner, younger and more confident instantly. This fun class includes hands-on help learning the six Cs: confidence in body language and walk, colors and cosmetics for an instant “face lift,” cosmetology for your best hair style, closets (you only wear 20%) and clothes that make you look taller and thinner. LET THE MAGIC BEGIN NOW! Lynda Millner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61302902 Top | Home | Classes | Services | Events | News | FAQ | Contact | SBCC |