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Workshops and classes are offered on a wide range of topics that focus on life-enhancing subjects including travel photography, financial planning, Tai Chi and culinary arts. The emphasis is always on stimulating imaginative thinking. Classes given in the Charlottesville area can be found at the links below.
Gardener and Naturalist: Fall Lawn and Garden Maintenance
Tuesday,
September 16th, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Act now for next year’s beautiful lawn and abundant garden. Join Norm Carlson from Snow’s Landscaping to learn about fall schedules and applications to treat or avoid problems, grass selection, and seeding approaches for a healthy lawn and other actions for a better spring. Free and open to all.
Falun Gong Practice
Sundays, 2:30 p.m.
To deepen skills, join our weekly practice sessions after participating in an introductory workshop offered at the Center by UVA Research Physician Xudong "Joshua" Li, PhD, MD. Also, check-out the new Falun Gong text book in our library "Zhuan Falun" or the DVD, "Falun Dafa Exercise", graciously donated by our instructor Joshua! During months without a workshop, visit a practice session to learn more. Sign up at the Front Desk. FREE for members and their guests under age 50; $16 per month for others.
Health Series: The Key To Healthy Joints
Thursday, September
18th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. or
Tuesday, September 23rd, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Matt Hudson, D.C., Hudson Chiropractic, offers a discussion on how to increase the longevity of your joints, to ensure continued mobility, and how to decrease joint complaints. Learn how to reduce joint stress and strain to prevent wear and tear, pain, and degeneration processes. Learn about simple activities that can help maintain or restore joint motion and mobility. You may choose to have a free postural evaluation, a spinal evaluation or massage therapy demonstration after the discussion. Free to members and their guests. Please register at the Front Desk so we can prepare sufficient space.
Iyengar Yoga
Mondays and/or Thursdays, 12:05-1:15
p.m.
Free demonstration class either Thursday, September 25th or Monday, September 29th. Sign-up today at the Front Desk. Regular class schedule begins in October.
Iyengar yoga is a traditional form of Hatha yoga that focuses on structural alignment and uses belts and blocks to aid performing postures. It emphasizes the development of strength, stamina, flexibility and balance, as well as concentration and meditation. It aims to improve health through uniting the mind, spirit, and body and is good to relieve stress. Standing poses build strong legs, increase general vitality, and improve circulation, coordination and balance, ensuring a strong foundation for study of more advanced poses.
Class will be offered on Mondays and Thursdays. Enrollment can be for either Monday or Thursday at $40/month for members and nearby workers or $65/month for both days a week for members and nearby workers. The class works for those with joint replacement as well as other individuals; you must be able to stand unsupported.
Bring a yoga mat, a firm cotton or wool blanket, and 2 yoga blocks (these can be ordered during the demonstration days or found at local stores). Shaaron Honeycutt, our instructor is a certified Iyengar teacher, studies in India and is presently serving on the board of The Iyengar Yoga Association of the Southeast. Class minimum is 8 and maximum 24.
Line Dancing in the Evening
6:30 – 8:25 p.m., 1st,
3rd & 5th Wednesday of each month.
Lessons for beginner line dancers at 6:30 p.m. feature new material
plus a review of dances already learned. Dancing for intermediate and
experienced line dancers at 7:30 p.m. is a fun time of exercise as
participants dance (no instruction) to their favorite tunes with longstanding
and new friends. Each 55 minute session is free for members, $4 for
non-members.
Primetime Fitness
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:45 a.m.; Tuesday &
Thursday 9:30 a.m.
The three-day series is strength, body toning and balance improvement. The
two-day series is low-impact aerobics, stretching and toning with chair option.
Cost is $30 per month per member or $40 per month for non-members. You may
attend up to five times per week! Certified instructors are Marcy Parmiter and
Maggie Schmidt.
Joint-Freeing Movement
Tuesdays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Learn an easy movement sequence that will relieve joint pain and improve your
flexibility, strength and balance. This therapeutic yoga practice combines
breathing and awareness techniques with movement. Suitable for all fitness
levels, including those with limited mobility, and may be done seated in chair,
standing or seated on floor. Fee: $12.50 per class for Senior Center Members and
$14.50 for non-members. Drop-ins
welcome.
Charlottesville Camera Club
Thursday, September
11th, 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center
For beginners wishing to learn the art of photography or experts seeking to improve their proficiency, this group provides an opportunity for everyone to view beautiful photos and learn more about the craft. Members of the club enjoy field trips, mentoring opportunities, workshops, informational lectures and social gatherings! Dues are $35 per year. For more information, call Rick Berman at 960-5257. Open to the public, guests welcome!
Beginning Guitar Lessons
Tuesdays, September 9th - October 14th,
9:30-10:30 a.m.
(Class and Practice)
Are you ready to try the guitar? Join a group of 3-6 students taught by member Ernest Sardi. Over 5 weeks you will learn basic guitar care, scales, minor and major chords, strumming patterns, and simple to more complex songs. Each student will progress at their own rate. Members only cost is $60 for 5 lessons. (Rent or borrow a guitar to bring to class; music and paper will be provided.) Register at the Front Desk by August 29th.
Beginning Drawing (Continuing & New Students)
Tuesdays,
September 9th - October 7th and
October 14th - November 11th, 6:00-8:00
p.m.
Join Mike Uriss, local artist and art instructor (http://www.muddi.com), and students that began exploring new abilities this summer. This class covers introductory drawing techniques using a graphite pencil, charcoal, pen and ink. Over the five weeks new students learn how to draw a still life and a human incorporating the techniques of value, perspective, and composition and other students enhance their skills as they add techniques. Register at the Front Desk by the Monday before the session; pick up your supply list at this time and pay the first night of class. Minimum class size is 5 students and the maximum is 12; course fee is $60/5 weeks for members and $70/5 weeks for guests.
Beginning Knitting
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Marge Haugen will teach and assist beginning knitters making scarf or squares and also those needing help to read, change, and follow a pattern in order to complete a knitted garment. Work with help available should you need it and companions to chat with, so you actually multi-task. Bring your own pattern, yarn and knitting needles. Free for members only.
Beginning French for Travelers
Wednesdays, September 10th -
October 8th, 6:30-8:25 p.m.
Join Liliane Brotski, native French speaker from Angers, and retired middle and high school teacher for this class that concentrates on speaking and understanding the culture for travel to French-speaking countries. The 5-week class will focus on getting comfortable with speaking for your daily needs from reading a train schedule, getting a calling card, to ordering meals. Register at the Front Desk by September 8th and pay for class the first night. Cost is $75/member and $85/guest. Minimum class size is 6.
Beginning German
Wednesdays, September 10th - October 8th and
October 15th - November 12th, 6:30-8:25 p.m.
Join Helga Hiss, native German speaker from Freiburg, and current teacher at Monticello High School, for this course that focuses on conversational skills for business and travel with a basic understanding of vocabulary and grammar. Another 5-week option allows for more study. Register at the Front Desk by September 8th and pay for class the first night. Cost is $75/member and $85/guest. Minimum class size is 6.
Beginning and Intermediate Spanish
Session I: Thursdays, September 11th - October 9th, 6:00-7:30* p.m.
Session II: October 16th through November 13th, 6:00-7:30* p.m.
The focus of this class is quick comprehension and communication of the language through storytelling. No books are necessary for class; grammar study will be through a non-traditional format. Please bring paper or a wireless laptop to take notes. Intermediate students will work 30 minutes extra (7:30-8:00* p.m.). Participants will discuss the amount of grammar they wish to learn. Mary Beth Shaw is a high school Spanish teacher in Stanardsville. Member cost is $75 for 5 weeks of class and adult guests are $85/5 weeks. Register at the Front Desk by the 8th and pay the night of class. Minimum class size is 6.
Buying a New Computer?
Tuesday, September 23rd, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Match Your Needs with Features and Benefits of Popular Computer Choices. This interactive workshop at the Senior Center is designed to help you select the type of computer that will serve you best. Presentation will discuss the different options available and important components you need for optimal performance. We will compare brands, discuss performance issues, operating systems, software, purchasing possibilities, warranty recommendations, and other features in the value decision.
This class is taught by Maggie Myers; cost is $20 for members and $30 for guests. You must register and commit at the Front Desk (974-7756) by Wednesday night, September 17th. Pay before the class starts because we need a minimum of 10 people. You will be called if we do not reach our contract number and can not offer the class as scheduled.
Getting Value by Using All Features on Your Cell Phones
Sunday,
September 28th, 2:00-4:00 p.m. (4:00-4:30 p.m. for individual help)
This interactive workshop is designed to inform you about the differences among the most common cell phone plans and companies, phone types, and accessories. We will cover how to use basic cell phone features such adding phone numbers, retrieving messages, recording, etc., and getting the value out of what you own or are considering buying. Demonstrations will show you many features during class and from 4-4:30 p.m. we will have volunteer youth available to help you get your phonebook and messaging up to date. This class is taught by Maggie Myers; cost is $8 for members and $10 for guests. You must register and commit at the Front Desk (974-7756) by Wednesday night, September 24th. Pay before the class starts because we need a minimum of 25 people to make this class a go. You will be called if we do not reach our contract number and can not offer the class as scheduled.
Mah Jongg Lessons (Western style)
Fridays at 9:00 a.m.
This game combines skill, chance and social interaction. Traditional Chinese: 麻將; Pinyin: májiàng is a game for four players. It involves strategy, skill and calculation with an element of chance. Tiles form your hand with the goal of making four melds and a pair. Come learn from Pat McKeown. Free for members.
Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society Lectures
Last Wednesdays
of the Month
Wednesday, August 27th, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
"The
Waterloo of the Confederacy: The Battle of Five Forks". Paul R. Brockman, Past
President of the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society, will address both
the conduct of the battle and its strategic significance in the days before
Appomattox.
For more information, call the Albemarle Charlottesville
Historical Society at (434) 296-1492.
NIA for Beginning
Exercisers
Tuesdays, 6:00-7:15 p.m., 4-week course each
month
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Tuesdays, 2:00-2:55 p.m.
Terry Dean, owner and principle male instructor of Terry Dean's Dance Studio, has
been teaching ballroom dancing for over 30 years and he offers a monthly series
at the Senior Center. Click here
to find out what is being taught this month.
Falun Gong Introduction
Wednesdays, August
6th and 13th at 10 - 11a.m.
These four gentle traditional Chinese exercises and meditation have proven to have wonderful physical and mental health benefits. Instruction and practice are free of charge to members and guests for this introduction. Wear loose clothing and try this way to move energy.
Falun Gong
Practice
Sunday 2:30
p.m.
To deepen skills, join our weekly practice sessions after
participating in an introductory workshop offered at the Center by UVA Research
Physician Xudong "Joshua" Li, PhD and MD. During months without a workshop,
visit a practice session to learn more. Sign up at the Front Desk. FREE for
members and guests under age 50; $16 per month for others.
Tai
Chi - Brian McKenzie has taught Tai Chi for over 12 years.
The
morning classes
start at 8:30 a.m. and end at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Fee
is $36 per month for members and $49 per month for non-members (for up to 12
sessions when attend 3 times per week).
There is also an evening class each
Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a great way to relax after a hard day,
as this class teaches calmness in addition to balance and flexibility. Fee is
$25 per month for members and $35 per month for non-members.
Qigong (Tai Chi Meditation)
Thursdays, 8:30-9:00 a.m.
Pronounced chee-gong, this practice combines
the slow movement of tai chi, the breathing of yoga, and the relaxation of
transcendental meditation. Designed for all levels of fitness, adaptable to fit
all abilities, and simple enough to practice at home. The 20-minute routine
consists of a series of slow movements, self-massage, special breathing
techniques, and seated meditation. For more information, contact instructor
Bryan, 978-7271. Sign up at the Front Desk. For Qigong only: $25 per month
for members; $35 per month for non-members. (NOTE: Included in fee for our
Tai Chi classes.)
Recurring programs at Senior Center, Inc. can be found by using the links below.
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