Adult Programs

Kripalu Yoga for Winter Wellness There is no better remedy than Kripalu Yoga for releasing winter tightness and stiffness in your body. It is also a simple, enjoyable and inexpensive way to increase your tolerance for the daily stressors in a complex world and to renew your energy on a regular basis.

3 regular classes every week from December 2021 to March 2022 Tuesday morning 9:30am to 10:45am Tuesday evening 6:00pm to 7:15pm Wednesday evening 6:30pm to 7:45pm Instructors: Sydnie and Paul Coté

Location for Classes:

• Tuesday morning 9:30 AM Choice Classes will be held and streamed in the Gym at the Recreation Center.

• Both Tuesday evening 6:00 PM and Wednesday evening 6:30 PM

Choice Classes will be held and streamed in the Banquet Room at the Recreation Center

Q: Are you either not familiar with or unsure about a Zoom yoga class?

We are offering Free try it out Zoom classes on Tuesday, November 16 at the 9:30 am class or the 6:00 pm class and Wednesday November 17 at the 6:30 pm class. We have many students who have continued their yoga practice with Zoom during the pandemic and speak highly of the experience. If you’ve never tried one of our Zoom classes – or even if you tried one and weren’t sure if you liked it - we encourage you to give a Free Class a try. No obligation!

To receive logon information for one of the free classes plus Zoom instructions and tips to help you have a great Zoom experience, email us at 59cote@gmail.com no later than Monday, November 15.

CLASS DATES, TIMES AND COST: Via Zoom or Choice if available

DECEMBER Tues AM 9:30: 4 classes 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28 – $28 Tues PM 6:00: 4 classes 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28 – $28 Wed PM 6:30: 5 classes 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29 - $35

JANUARY Tues AM 9:30: 4 classes 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25 - $28 Tues PM 6:00: 4 classes 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25 - $28 Wed PM 6:30: 4 classes 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 – $28

FEBRUARY Tues AM 9:30: 4 classes 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22 - $28 Tues PM 6:00: 4 classes 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22 - $28 Wed PM 6:30: 4 classes 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 - $28

MARCH Tues AM 9:30: 5 classes 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 $35 Tues PM 6:00: 5 classes 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 $35 Wed PM 6:30: 5 classes 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30 $35

Important Tip: We encourage students to attend back-to-back classes on both Tuesday and Wednesday. Why do this? Because several recent studies have shown that compared to taking just one yoga class, taking two yoga classes on back-to-back days increases the physical and mental benefits of yoga exponentially. That’s why people go to expensive yoga retreats. And we offer all students this extra class free!

Class cancellations: Any in-person class canceled due to winter storms or closing of the Recreation Center will be held virtually via Zoom. If mask mandates are once again necessary, all classes will be held virtually.

Our classes have a specific theme each month:

December: As the days grow shorter and darker, learn the yoga way to light your own fire and celebrate the Winter Solstice with us. January: Stay healthy learning and practicing the yoga comprehensive system for physical health and mental well-being. February: Ward off the winter doldrums by learning the power of your heart to uplift your mood and boost your immune system. March: Shake off the heaviness and inertia of winter and get ready for spring. These classes will be energetic and invigorating, but not difficult.

SPECIAL CLASS!

Saturday Morning Virtual Fusion Yoga Fusion Yoga is the name coined for combining and blending different forms of yoga. These 90-minute virtual classes grew out of the very popular chair yoga classes Sydnie offered last year. But it now has evolved into much more. These classes are appropriate for all levels of ability and flexibility. The classes will be on 10 Saturday mornings during the winter months. Bonus! Students can register for one class at a time for just $8. These classes are a tune-up for your health and well being and a great way to start your winter weekends. The classes will combine easy, unbelievably great stretches from a chair; Kripalu breathing practices; standing leg strengthening and balancing movements using a chair for support if necessary; gentle yin yoga postures to stretch and condition the deep connective tissues for added flexibility; a guided relaxation; and an introduction to and practice of various methods of seated meditation.

DECEMBER 4 • DECEMBER 18 JANUARY 8 • JANUARY 22 • JANUARY 29 FEBRUARY 12 • FEBRUARY 26 MARCH 5 • MARCH 19 • MARCH 26

Instructor: Sydnie Coté Time: Saturday Morning 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM Dates: Selected dates in December 2021 and January, February and March 2022 (see below) Cost: $8 per class Location: Zoom

Zoom logon information will be sent out to those registered on the Friday afternoon prior to class. If you register later than that, please email us no later than 30 minutes before class begins 59cote@gmail.com so we can send you logon information.

Creative Cardio-Aerobics with Body Sculpt

(Ages 16+) In-Person Registration Zoom Registration: Meeting ID# 407 149 5311, Passcode: 2m4E2f

A traditional aerobic fitness class providing a challenging total body workout set to energetic music that is sure to get your heart pumping and your body moving. This class provides stretching, cardiovascular endurance, strengthening and toning, with an additional 15 minutes of low weight strength training, focusing on strengthening the arms, back, shoulders and core muscles. Participants are asked to bring a set of hand-held weights between 1-5 lbs. Tested to have over 3,500 Fitbit steps per class! A great workout for all fitness levels.

Register for either in-person classes or zoom.

Location: Wapping Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Instructor Linda Hull

DECEMBER, $15.00 N/C 12/28 JANUARY, $20 FEBRUARY, $20 MARCH, $25

THURSDAYS, 6:00 P.M.-7:15 P.M. INSTRUCTOR LINDA HULL

DECEMBER, $15.00 N/C 12/23, 12/30 JANUARY, $20 FEBRUARY, $20 MARCH, $25

Self Defense is Karate (Ages 15+) Did you ever wonder what you would do if you had to defend yourself or your family? There is no App you can download to replace personal readiness! Just like everything in life, you actually have to practice to be effective at anything you do. With Kokondo Karate you will learn effective and practical self-defense. We will train for multiple attackers, surprise attacks, grabs, pushes, weapons and learn take downs. We will deal with real life situations with candid discussion and realistic defenses that work. In this ongoing, co-ed class we will be working with striking pads and shields to practice your kicks and punches. During the hands-on training with your partner, we will work on grabs and take downs. Nothing good comes easy, be prepared to work! We will do warm ups, body conditioning, mobility drills, basic techniques, Kata's and stretches. For you and your partners' safety, keep excess jewelry at home and wear comfortable but durable clothing. Peter J Dylag is a resident of South Windsor and started training with Kokondo Karate in 1989 directly under its founder Mr. Paul Arel and earned his 5th Degree Black Belt in 2013.

For more information visit: kokondo.org Students may try their 1st class for free. Sundays, December-March, 5:30-6:30pm, (n/c 12/26) Location: Wapping Gym Residents: $30/month Non-residents: $35/ month Instructor: Paul Ward or Peter Dylag

South Windsor Community Band (Ages 18+) Open to all instrumentalists age 18 and up. No audition is required.

For more information, please go to swband.org

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m $20/twice a year SWCommunityBand@hotmail.com

Artsplash Paint Night (Ages 16+)

Classes will be held virtually

Register with friends and have a virtual paint party! Canvas and paint supplies included. Brushes are an additional $5 if needed. Each Month there will be a new theme!

Thursday, December 9th at 7pm.

Theme: Vincent Van Gogh Winter Landscape.

Thursday, January 13th at 7pm.

Theme: Elita Patmalniece Portrait. This one will be fun because it’s a pop art creation, but we will include a lesson on how to draw symmetrically on a grid.

Thursday, February 10th at 7pm.

Theme: Black History Month. Kara Walker inspired by her piece, Darkytown Rebellion

Thursday, March 10th at 7pm.

Theme: Women’s History Month. Create a place setting at a mock dinner table for your favorite historical woman in honor of Judy Chicago’s installation, The Dinner Party.

Residents: $35/ per person or $75 for 3 people Non-residents: $40/ per person or $85 for 3 people

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED Designed for employee training in workplaces, scouting leaders, coaches, and non-medical home care workers. For employees and/or designated first responders who have a duty to respond to a first aid or cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements.

What is covered?

• Adult first aid (first aid basics, medical and injury emergencies) • Adult, child, and infant CPR • Foreign-body airway obstruction • Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Dates: December 19th at 9am, January 16th at 9am, February 20th at 9am, March 20th at 9am Cost: $88 Location: CPR Professionals Training Center, 479 Buckland Rd One day class, approximately 5 hours

BLS for Healthcare Provider For Healthcare Providers in a clinical medical setting.

What is covered?

• Adult, Child, and Infant CPR • Airway Refresher • Adult and Infant Choking • Use of an external defibrillation with CPR

Dates: December 9th at 6pm, January 13th at 6pm, February 10th at 6pm, March 10th at 6pm Cost: $82 Location: CPR Professionals Training Center, 479 Buckland Rd One day class, approximately 3 hours

Heartsaver Pediatric CPR and First Aid For childcare workers that are employed or wish to be employed by a State of CT certified child daycare center.

What is covered?

• Adult/child/infant CPR with AED and choking • Basic First Aid for children • State of CT required supplemental materials. (Contagious diseases, diapering, child abuse, etc.)

This is a 6-hour course mandated by the State of Connecticut.

Dates: December 12th at 8am, January 8th at 8am, February 12th at 8am, March 12th at 8am Cost: $97 Location: CPR Professionals Training Center, 479 Buckland Rd Safesitter Babysitter Program Safe Sitter® is a program for 11–14-year-olds where you will learn life-saving skills so you can be safe if you’re home alone or watching younger children. You’ll play fun games and do some role-playing exercises — you even get to use manikins to practice choking rescue! Your mom and dad will feel better knowing you’re prepared to handle whatever situation comes up, and you’ll be ready to be in charge! This is a 6 hour course.

What is covered?

Babysitting as a Business Infant & Child Choking Rescue Injury Prevention & Injury Management Behavior Management Safety for the Sitter Child Care Essentials Infant and Child CPR

Dates: December 11th at 9am, February 26th at 8am Cost: $97 Location: CPR Professionals Training Center, 479 Buckland Rd

Safe@Home Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone. The program is designed to enable any adult that enjoys teaching preteens to facilitate an introductory level program to prepare students to care for themselves when parents are away for short periods of time. Safe@ Home is a 90-minute program that teaches students how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students are also introduced to the Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses.

Dates: January 11th at 6pm, March 15th at 6pm Cost: $25 Location: CPR Professionals Training Center, 479 Buckland Rd