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Recreational Activities... Adult Open Basketball: Adults (18 years of age and above) are welcome to play "Pick-Up" basketball at the Community Center Gym on Thursday evenings from 7:00pm to 9:00pm beginning March 1. The program will run through May 3, 2012. Price: $6 per Visit Yoga: With "Ha" meaning Sun and "Tha" meaning Moon, Hatha yoga is a style of yoga that is physical and at the same time deeply meditative. Through a variety of yoga postures, attention to proper alignment is learned. Gentle movement in union with breath strengthens the body and increases flexibility, while freeing the mind from daily stress. A sense of harmony and balance is discovered. Other benefits include increased energy flow as nerve channels are cleared, improved concentration, blood circulation and digestion. Classes will meet in the Gauntlett Community Center. Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat to class. This six-week yoga program will be taught by Yvette Pecoraro, a certified TriYoga instructor and RYT with Yoga Alliance.
Pilates: This dynamic program offers a system of mind and body exercises focusing mainly on the abdomen, oblique muscles, and lower back. Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs. it builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek toned body. Other program benefits include increased lung capacity and circulation, as well as improved coordination, posture and balance. because pilates teaches balance and control of the body, many participants experience positive body awareness for the first time. Ages 16 and above are welcome. Class will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center. Please bring a rubber exercise mat to class. Certified Pilates instructor Jean Hopkins will conduct the program.
Adult Female Golf: This program includes four one-hour clinics and is open to beginner and intermediate female players. Participants will be taught the basic fundamentals of the game (posture, grip and aim) and how to swing the club. In addition, all players will work on their short game including both chipping and putting. Clinics one through three will be held on the practice range or putting green at Paxon Hollow C.C., and the fourth clinic will be done on the golf course. While on the course, golf etiquette and speed of play will be discussed. The program coordinator is Daniel Malley, PGA Professional. If needed, equipment will be provided.
Zumba Fitness: The Zumba® program fuses Latin and international rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that feels more like a disco party than a workout. Very little motivation is required because when you hear the music, you can't help but move! Our goal is simple: we want you to love working out! You can achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms are combined to tone and sculpt the total body while burning fat, especially targeting the mid-section. Zumba® fitness is so fun that it is now offered in over 100 countries worldwide. Certified Zumba® instructor Pam Nelson will coordinate the program. Ages 14 and above are welcome.
Tai Chi: Tai Chi is an old form of Chinese exercise that is beneficial to health, and it is also a subtle, sophisticated, and scientific method of self-defense. It is basically made up of several forms or sets, originally derived from martial arts, and it takes the form of natural movements of animals and birds. However, unlike martial arts, Tai Chi is performed deliberately, slowly, softly, and gracefully, with smooth and even transitions between movements. Those who practice regularly will develop a healthy body and a calm, tranquil mind. Tai Chi also provides a practical avenue for learning about balance, alignment, fine-scale motor control, and rhythm of movement. Therefore, practice will allow you to better stand, walk, run, and correct poor posture. This program is suitable for people of all ages and requires no special equipment. Class will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center. Lucia Coren and Louie Yue will provide authentic Chinese instruction.
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Recreational Activities... Adult Open Volleyball: The Community Center Gym is now open on Sunday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:30pm for Adult Open Volleyball play. The program will run through April 15, 2012. Please call 610-353-2326 in case of inclement weather and to confirm holiday dates. Price: $6 per Visit
Row Zone Fitness:
Our 45 minute class is low impact with a combination of weights, cardio, flexibility and fun - and can burn over 500 calories! This heart healthy exercise is a full-body workout that uses every major muscle in your body. A certified personal trainer will direct the class to make sure that everyone gets a workout perfectly catered to their fitness and ability level. Ages 18 and above are welcome. Classes will meet at the Row Zone Studio in Newtown Square. (6 St. Albans Ave.) and utilize their state of the art rowing machines. Please contact the recreation office (610-353-2326) for registration / additional information.
Fencing: Fencing is a mentally and physically challenging Olympic combat sport where opponents try to trick each other to score points using foils (blunt, flexible practice weapons). This class teaches basic technique and tactical ideas through fun competitive games. Students (ages 8 through adult) will get a great workout and have lots of fun while developing balance, coordination, tactical thinking, and discipline. No prior experience is needed. Class fee includes fencing glove and use of all other equipment. Participants should wear sneakers and loose, comfortable athletic clothing. Class will meet in the Gauntlett Community Center. Instruction will be provided by Kate Thomas from the Delaware Valley Fencers Club. For further fencing information, please visit www.dvfencers.com. Please contact MN Recreation (610-353-2326) for registration information.
Educational Programs... Intro to Foreign
This course introduces the student (all ages welcome) to commonly used phrases and words, especially greetings, in over forty different languages. Special emphasis will be on the more commonly used languages in this area such as Spanish, Indian and Korean. Many languages from Europe, Asia and African will be covered. The object of this course is to teach the existing members of our community to positively interact and welcome our newest members. The meaningful but simple approach enables the student to review these languages while exercising on a tread mill or stationary bike, or simply at your leisure. It is an ideal course for anyone coming into contact with people from foreign countries such as teachers, administrators, health care providers, sales people, travel agents and world travelers. Many students, especially those majoring in international business, education, health and nursing professions would enhance their resumes and thereby greatly increase their career/employment opportunities by learning the material in this course. The class will meet in the Community Center. Dr. Ralph Carrozza, who designed and developed the program, will instruct the class.
Educational Savings 101: While the cost of living is steadily increasing, the cost of college is rising at an even faster rate-as mush as three times the rate of general inflation! Next to saving for retirement, educational funding may be the single largest expense you will incur as a parent. Thankfully, there are investment option's available to help you maximize savings and plan for this important stage in your family's life. Educational planning is an imperative element in the overall financial strategy for any family anticipating this future expense. Matt Montani, a fully licensed Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor, Marple Newtown Alum and current Newtown Square resident, is excited to share information and strategies on how fellow residents can begin to prepare for this incredibly important stage in both you and your child's life. This course will be held at the Gauntlett Community Center. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration preferred. Please contact the recreation office at 610-353-2326.
Getting Paid to Talk: Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? This exciting class will explore numerous aspects of your voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the internet in our area. We will cover all the basics including how to prepare the all important demo, how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our voicecoaches.com producer! This class is informative, lot of fun, and a great first step for anyone interested in voice acting professionally. The class will meet at the Community Center and is open to anyone ages 18 years and above. Space is limited and registration closes one week prior to class, so register early. Instructor: Voice Coaches.
AARP 55 Alive This program is an eight-hour classroom refresher course for experienced motorists age 50 and older. Presented by AARP, it covers the effects of aging and medication on driving, accident prevention methods, rules of the road, and license renewal requirements. After completing the course, participants qualify for a discount on their auto insurance, in compliance with PA HB12. Class will be held in the Gauntlett Community Center. Checks should be made payable to AARP.
Defensive Driving Traffic Course: 4, 6, or 8 Hour Defensive Driving Courses Another citation for speeding? Need point reduction or a Defensive Driving Certificate for an upcoming court date? Perhaps you just want to learn new defensive driving techniques, need a refresher, or require certification for employment. Well, the Defensive Driving Academy is here to help and upon completion you may even be eligible for an insurance discount. Our 4, 6 or 8 hour Defensive Driving classes meet on Saturdays and space is limited. Classes will meet at the Gauntlett Community Center. Instruction provided by the Defensive Driving Academy. Ages 16 and above are welcome.
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