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T'ai Chi fundamentals ( Intro to T'AI Chi Ch'uan)
(Intro to T’ai Chi Ch’uan)

T’ai Chi has been used for centuries to relax the mind and body.This class teaches basic movement principles of Yang Style T’ai Chi Ch’uan and can help improve balance, increase flexibility, minimize stress and enhance overall health. Participants should wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes.
*As always, check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. 
Must register by 5 pm on designated date

Session #      Day(s)             Time                    Date(s)          Register by
09W365-A       Th (7 wks)   9:30 -10:30 am     1/29-3/19           1/22
09W365-B      Th (7 wks)   9:30 -10:30 am     4/2-5/14               3/26______________________________________________________
Ages: 16 and up
Fees:  $47/$53 R/NR
Location: CARD Activity Center
Min/Max: 7 / 13
Hatha Yoga
Ages 16 and up

Explore the connections between mind, body, and breath. Benefits of yoga include increased energy and improved balance, strength and flexibility of body and mind.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a ‘sticky’ or yoga mat.
 
Must register by 5pm on designated date.

Session#     Day(s)         Time                   Date(s)    Register by
09W311-A   M (8 wks)    6:30-7:30 pm    1/26 - 3/16     1/20
09W311-B   M (8 wks)    6:30-7:30 pm
    3/30 - 5/18     3/23
Fees: $40/$46 R/NR
Location: CARD Activity Center
Min/Max: 5 / 25
Mindful Meditation and Stress Reduction
Ages 16 and up

Looking to boost immunity, decrease anger, relieve insomnia, or lessen back pain, blood pressure, or panic attacks? This class is designed to enhance concentration, reduce stress, develop discipline, and promote physical health.
Must register by 5 pm on designated date

Session #      Day(s)     Time          Date(s)          Register by
09W301-A    W (4 wks)  7-8:30 pm    1/28-2/18           1/21
09W301-B    W (4 wks)  7-8:30 pm    4/8-5/6               4/1

No class on 4/29
Fees:  $45/$51 R/NR
Location: CARD Activity Center
Min/Max: 3 / 10
Pilates
Ages 16 and up

Participants will feel the change as our AFAA certified instructor guides them through a class designed to improve core strength, flexibility, posture and balance. Pilates is great as a primary activity as well as a compliment to other activities or sports. Participants must wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga-type mat. Mats are also available at class. Enroll for one or two evenings a week.

Session#     Day(s)          Time        Date(s)       Register by
09W350-A   M (8 wks)      5-6 pm     1/26-3/16      1/20
09W350-B   W (8 wks)      5-6 pm    1/28-3/18      1/21
09W350-C   W (8 wks)      6-7 pm
    1/28-3/18       1/21
09W350-D   M (8 wks)      5-6 pm     3/30-5/18       3/23
09W350-E   W (8 wks)      5-6 pm     4/1-5/20         3/25
09W350-F   W (8 wks)      6-7 pm
     4/1-5/20         3/25
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Fees: $40/$46 R/NR
Location: CARD Activity Center
Min/Max: 5 / 20

Energy Dynamics
Ages 16 and up


Energy is flowing through everyone and everything. And positive energy leads to positive results. This class teaches participants to direct and focus their internal energy to give them the power to consciously create the life they choose to experience.

Session#   Day(s)          Time             Date(s)        Register by
09W341     W (4 wks)   7-8:30 pm     3/4-3/25            2/25
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Fees:  $45/$51 R/NR (4 wks)
Location:  CARD Activity Center
Min/Max:   3 / 10
Cardio Dance Fitness
Ages 17 and up

Dance is a fun, energetic way to stay in shape. This easy and upbeat class will have you dropping inches with a smile on your face and without having to wear those uncomfortable “clubbing” clothes. Wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes.

Session#     Day(s)              Time                Date(s)        Register by
09W310-A    M (8 wks)    5:30-6:30 pm      1/26-3/16         1/20
09W310-B    W (8 wks)    5:30-6:30 pm     1/28-3/18         1/21
09W310-C    M (8 wks)     5:30-6:30 pm     3/30-5/18         3/23
09W310-D    W (8 wks)    5:30-6:30 pm     4/1-5/20           3/25  ___________________________________________________
Fees: $40/$46 R/NR
Location: CARD Activity Center
Min/Max:  5 / 15
Walk Across Illinois

Walk Across Illinois is a health initiative designed to encourage Illinois residents to walk at least 167 miles, the equivalent of walking across Illinois from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan, over the course of a year. Register and track your progress on the interactive website, www.WalkAcrossIllinois.org. They even have a kids page!
Family Yoga
Ages: Open

Help your children establish healthy habits at an early age and strengthen the parent/child bond while you both learn stress reduction techniques. Family fitness is a growing trend.  What better way to encourage your children to choose a healthy lifestyle?  Wear clothing that is easy to move in. Bring yoga mats (or use one of our exercise mats). A relative or family friend may register with child in place of parent.

Session#   Day(s)             Time             Date(s)       Register by
09W320-A     Th (8 wks)   6-6:45 pm   1/29-3/19         1/22
09W320-B     Th (8 wks)   6-6:45 pm   4/2-5/21           3/26
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Fees:  $40/$46 R/NR Parent
            $35/$40 R/NR Child
Location: CARD Activity Center
Min/Max: 4 / 20
*No class 11/27, 11/29

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