TEEN & ADULT CLASSES Kobudo – Staff Arts

The staff “Bo” is one of the oldest and most versatile tools in martial arts. It is a very adaptive instrument that serves as a natural extension of the body and aids in building selfdefense and improvisational skills. Training provides a full body workout and develops flexibility, coordination, strength and balance. A $55 start-up fee that includes a custom embroidered uniform is due to the instructor at first class for new students. Instructor: Masters In Motion® McCambridge Recreation Center Ages Day Time 13 yrs + Tue 6:45-7:30pm

Start Wks Fee 3/31 8 $109

Artisan Pine Needle Basket Making

Kobudo – Sword Arts

Explore the classical art of the “Katana” (Japanese sword), made famous by the Samurai and Ninjas. This dynamic class covers all aspects of swordsmanship (Kenjutsu) including “laido” (quick draw), “Bokken-jutsu” (practical exchange), and “Kendo” (dynamic application). Training complements everyone and develops stronger body, focused mind, and quick improvisational skills. A $55 start-up fee that includes a custom embroidered uniform is due to the instructor at first class for new students. Instructor: Masters In Motion® McCambridge Recreation Center Ages Day Time 13 yrs + Thu 6:45-7:30pm

Start Wks Fee 4/2 8 $109

Tai Chi

T’ai Chi Ch’uan is an internal Chinese Martial Art. Exploring and practicing the forms promotes relaxation, balance, coordination, flexibility and strength. With regular practice, one will eventually develop instinctive self-defense skills. This class is traditional Yang style. Instructor: Dede Nardini Verdugo Recreation Center Ages Day Time Start Wks Fee 13 yrs + Mon 6:45-8:00pm 3/30 9 $112 13 yrs + Wed 9:30-10:45am 4/1 10 $125 *Wednesday class is Intermediate level. Students must know the Yang Style Long Form sequence. Instructor: Iren Jensen Ages Day Time 13 yrs + Fri 9:30-10:45am

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Start Wks Fee 4/3 10 $125

Instructors: Iren Jensen and Dede Nardini Ages Day Time Start Wks Fee 13 yrs + Sat 9:00-10:15am 4/4 10 $125

Make one-of-a-kind baskets. Instructions include how to collect and process pine needles and add embellishments to make unique baskets while exploring this lost art. A materials list will be provided or you can purchase a kit for $25, which will be used to make 2 small or 2 medium size baskets. Instructor: Christine Mallouf Stough Canyon Nature Center Ages Day Time 16 yrs + Mon 2:45-4:45pm

Start Wks Fee 3/30 7 $70

Beginning/Intermediate Knitting

This class is for both beginners and intermediates. Beginners will explore the basics: cast on, knit and purl stitch, ribbing, binding off, fringing and weaving in ends. Intermediate students will explore pattern reading, shaping, increasing/ decreasing, lace, cable and more. Materials required: size 10 1/2 needles (bamboo) and two skeins of Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice yarn (both skeins the same color). Instructor: Alisa M. McCambridge Recreation Center Ages Day Time 13 yrs + Mon 10:00am-12:00pm 13 yrs + Mon 6:00-8:00pm 13 yrs + Mon 10:00am-12:00pm 13 yrs + Mon 6:00-8:00pm

Start 3/30 3/30 5/4 5/4

Wks Fee 4 $52 4 $52 4 $52 4 $52

Canine Etiquette - Basic Dog Obedience

Help make your pet a more well-mannered companion. Classes will focus on skills such as sit, down, stay, come, heel, and dog-to-dog socialization. Learn techniques for such common problems as jumping, barking, destructive chewing, etc. *First class is with Humans only, NO DOGS, upstairs in the recreation center. All dogs must be at least 4 months old and fully vaccinated. Instructor: Pawsitive Perspective Animal Training, Melissa Munoz Verdugo Recreation Center Ages Day Time 16 yrs + Wed 6:30-7:30pm 16 yrs + Sat 10:30-11:30am

Spring Recreation Guide 2020

Start Wks Fee 4/1 7 $110 4/4 7 $110

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