Enrichment - Adults

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. We take away most of the hurdles with learning the piano that can cause students to become discouraged and quit. You CAN learn to play the piano and you don’t have to read notes to do it! Give this a try. You’ll be glad you did! Required $29 materials fee for the book and online videos

Fee $30 Res. / $39 Non-Res.

Course # 69007

When Sat., June 3; 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (1 class)

Age 14+

Location West Brook Conference Room, R io Vista Recreation Center

Become your own personal security. Learn the survival principles of Krav Maga from certified instructors in the ICCS (Israeli Contact Combat System) Krav Maga system. This is NOT a sport, it’s survival! Learn principles to give yourself the best chance of surviving an attack from strikes, chokes, grabs, and weapons both standing up and on the ground. 14 and older with guardian participation Peoria Championship Martial Arts

Fee $96 Res. / $105 Non-Res.

Age 14+

Location Peoria Championship Martial Arts

Course # 68984

When Tues. & Thur., June 13; 8 :15 - 9 p.m. (12 classes)

Course # 68985

When Tues. & Thur., July 25; 8 :15 - 9 p.m. (12 classes)

Be a ‘lifesaver!’ Learn the new CPR technique called ‘Continuous Chest Compression’ (CCC). Unlike the ‘old’ CPR, it’s easy and requires no mouth-to-mouth contact. Learn how to respond to a cardiac emergency, perform chest compressions, and use an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator).

Fee FREE Res. / $10 Non-Res.

Age 10+

Location Riverside Conference Room, R io Vista Recreation Center

Course # 68989

When Sat., May 27; 10 - 11:30 a.m. (1 class)

Course # 68991

When Sat., June 24; 10 - 11:30 a.m. (1 class)

Course # 68992

When Sat., July 22; 10 - 11:30 a.m. (1 class)

Advanced Dog Obedience classes build off the skills learned in Fundamentals and Intermediate classes This class includes basic obedience training, leash walking, real life situations, positive reinforcement, working with multiple dogs, and socialization. Advanced Dog Obedience Group Sessions are open to dogs ages 1 year or older and have passed the AKC CGC test or equivalent with a minimum of 3 DHLPP Vaccines, Bordatella (kennel cough) and Rabies. Proof of Vaccines is Required to participate After completion of this course your dog will be qualified to take the AKC Community Canine Good Citizen (CGCA) Test.

Fee $190 Res. / $200 Non-Res.

Age 18+

Location Dog Park South Cell, Pioneer Community Park

Course # 70165

When Sat., June 3; 10 - 11 a.m. (6 classes)

Course # 71153

When Sat., July 22; 10 - 11 a.m. (6 classes)

Course # 71154

When Sat., Sept. 9; 10 - 11 a.m. (6 classes)

Fundamentals classes are designed to help you raise a well adjusted and well-behaved puppy or new to you dog into a happy health dog Fundamentals classes include basic obedience training, leash walking, housebreaking, positive reinforcement of good behaviors, trust centered training and puppy socialization. Group Classes open to puppies ages 10 weeks and up. Dog must have proof of a minimum of 2 DHLPP Vaccines and Rabies Vaccine. After completion of this course your puppy will be qualified to take the AKC STAR Puppy Test Legend Acres Instructors

Fee $190 Res. / $200 Non-Res.

Age 18+

Location Dog Park South Cell, Pioneer Community Park

Course # 70163

When Sat., June 3; 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. (6 classes)

Course # 71149

When Sat., July 22; 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. (6 classes)

Course # 71150

When Sat., Sept. 9; 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. (6 classes)

Register for Enrichment Classes: www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace

To set up an account: (623) 773-7137 Mon. - Thur.: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more class information www.peoriaaz.gov/enrichment

Sarah Loerzel Recreation Coordinator

Sarah.Loerzel@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8618

Register for Enrichment Classes: www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace

This class builds on the basics skills learned in the fundamentals dog training class We revisit basic obedience training, leash walking, positive reinforcement, and socialization and take them to the next level with time, distance and distractions.

Intermediate Dog Obedience Group Sessions are open to dogs ages 5 month and older and have passed the AKC Star Puppy Test or equivalent with a minimum of 3 DHLPP Vaccines, Bordatella (kennel cough) and Rabies Proof of Vaccines is Required to participate After completion of this course, your dog will be qualified to take the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test and become AKC certified.

Fee $190 Res. / $200 Non-Res.

Age 18+

Location Dog Park South Cell, Pioneer Community Park

Course # 70164

To set up an account: (623) 773-7137 Mon. - Thur.: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more class information www.peoriaaz.gov/enrichment

When Sat., June 3; 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. (6 classes)

Course # 71151

When Sat., July 22; 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. (6 classes)

Course # 71152

When Sat., Sept. 9; 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. (6 classes)

Don’t be a victim! Learn basic strikes, blocks, and techniques to defend yourself against any type of assault, with emphasis on ways of moving that will allow you to effectively overcome an attacker no matter your age, body type, or physical ability. This ladies-only workshop teaches you how to avoid and respond to a physical attack, using in-class drills and practice. Mothers and daughters (age 13) welcome!

Fee $35 Res. / $42 Non-Res.

Course # 68916

773-8618

When Fri., June 9; 6 - 8 p.m. (1 class)

Age 13+

Location Brook Room,Rio Vista Recreation Center

Grab a sword for a unique, fun fitness alternative! Join us for Sword Fitness, a no contact class based on sword drills used in stage and film. Weighted “swords” are provided. Wear clothing that allows for movement and stretching

Fee $55 Res. / $64 Non-Res.

Age 14+

Location Aerobics Room

Course # 68911

When Thur., June 15; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 68913

When Thur., Aug. 3; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (6 classes)

Dusting off that trunk novel, or staring at a blank page? Whether you’ve never written a novel before, or are stuck in the middle of one, JJM Czep will guide you to your writing goals. Learn tips and tricks to completing a project and paths to take once it’s done! Open sharing of work is strongly encouraged. Please bring printed or digitally sharable copies of works to be shared as well as notebook or laptop for exercises.

Fee $55 Res. / $64 Non-Res.

Age 15+

Location Riverside Conference Room

Course # 68904

When Mon., June 12; 6:30 - 8 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 68905

When Mon., July 31; 6 - 7:30 p.m. (6 classes)