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November 2018
Tartan Hearts School of Scottish Highland Dance
Scottish Highland dancing is a form of dance that evolved from ballet and is like it's more athletic cousin. Dancers compete individually and are marked on their agility, strength, endurance, and precision. Many dances were originally danced by the men of the Scottish Army to train for battle. These days, you will most often find these dances performed by teenage girls but still with the same intensity and spirit! Many successful Highland dancers made their start as the children who were…
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Zumba with Pakko
Abraham Francisco Contreras, aka Pakko, is a performer, dance instructor, Dj, choreographer and former co-director for Yemaya Salsa Dance Company. He doesn't consider himself a teacher, instead he thinks of himself as more of the party leader. His classes are all about fun and dancing, not 32 counts and all that fancy jazz talk. If you like to party and have a good time, then his party hour is the place for you. In addition to Zumba, he is also…
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Beginning Tai Chi
Come learn Tai Chi, the meditative art of internal power generation! Held on Sundays from 12:30-1:30 in Studio 2, this class focuses on the fundamentals of relaxation, vertical alignment, and root. You will learn the Tai Chi 37 posture short form and basic drills derived from it. This class is for beginners, but those experienced in movement are encouraged to come too. Comfortable, loose-fitting attire and flat shoes work best. To learn more about the instructor Daniel Pfister, please visit…
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Bellyfit®
For women only, Bellyfit® classes are intelligently designed to give you the full body workout you need, the mental calm you deserve and the spiritual connection you crave. Each class is inspired by 3 main movement practices: Fitness = familiarity and effectiveness; Dance (African, Indian and Belly Dance) = FUN! and Yoga = spiritual connection +breath/alignment. Class times: Tuesdays; 2:30-3:30pm Sundays; 4-5pm
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Capital City Music Together
A Music Together Class is: •A community of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents/caregivers sharing songs, instrument play, rhythm chants, and movement activities in relaxed, playful, non-performance-oriented settings. •Music learned through developmentally appropriate activities that support and respect the unique learning styles of very young children. •Children participating at their own levels in mixed-age family-style classes. •Parents and caregivers contributing to the enrichment of their child’s music environment—regardless of their own musical abilities. •A new song collection every semester for…
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Tai Chi
Tai Chi classes are popular and there's a class level for just about everyone! Beginning Tai Chi Mondays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in Studio 3 Intermediate Tai Chi Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in Studio 3 All Levels Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in Room 12 Fees: See below Boost your balance and prevent falls by practicing the ancient Chinese form of exercise, Tai Chi, with instructor Michael Shane. This low-impact practice works to focus the mind on slow…
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Pilates with Lauren
Feel limber and toned in this popular total body fitness class geared towards older adults! Mondays & Fridays 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. in Studio 2 Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. in Studio 3 Fees: see below Instructor Lauren will teach the basics of proper posture and form, as you ease into beginning mat Pilates exercises. This class is safe, low-impact and great for just about every fitness level! Pilates has been proven to strengthen the core, boost balance, and improve…
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Little Namaste and Sing
Little Namaste and Sing offers kid's yoga every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30pm in Room 9. Instructor, Gary Austin, is a certified yoga instructor and licensed kid's yoga instructor. The curriculum has been written and proven so that kid's want to participate. The age for the classes are 4 -10 years old. This class introduces children to physical fitness, flexibility, team building, mindfulness and empowerment. All classes are one hour long, engaging and fun. Kids will learn yoga poses,…
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Zumba Fitness
The "Mother and Daughter Duo" Linda & Toya have been team teaching Zumba classes since 2010. These classes are open to all, all shapes, all sizes, all colors, EVERYBODY. No experience required, just come, move your body and enjoy your workout. The Zumba® program is a fitness-party with a contagious blend of Latin and international rhythms that provides a fun and effective workout.
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Zumba with Toya & Linda
The Zumba® program is a fitness-party with a contagious blend of Latin and international rhythms that provides a fun and effective workout!
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Zumba Gold
Perfect For Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. How It Works The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. Benefits Class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance! No experience necessary! Be sure to wear supportive sneakers, bring…
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Polynesian Dance
Learn the dances of Hawaii, New Zealand, Samoa, and Tahiti. Dancers of all ages and experience levels are welcome. Hula: Students learn ancient and modern forms of Hawaiian dance, basic olelo (language), and gain an appreciation for Hawaiian culture. Students learn hulas within their historical context, develop an ear for the Hawaiian language via Hawaiian dance vocabulary and lyric translation, incorporate the use of hula implements(uli ulis, pu'ili sticks, ipu, ili ilis, etc), increase all around fitness level and flexibility, and share the spirit of aloha with…
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Unified Chinese Martial Arts Academy
The Unified Chinese Martial Arts Academy has been teaching Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Hsing-I, and Bagua Zhang in the Sacramento area for the past 15 years. Instructors are members of the Chinese Ba Gua Mun of Taiwan, also the nationally known AAU. Their hope and aim is to develop and improve the awareness of Chinese Martial Arts. They do this by spreading basic education and promoting morality through the study of Chinese martial arts culture. Cultural training helps physical training,…
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Eagle Claw Kung Fu Academy of Sacramento
Eagle Claw Kung Fu and Wu Style Tai Chi Chaun taught by Instructor Mary Melliza. The Northern Eagle Claw system is ideal for both men and women of various age groups, body types, and athletic ability. Because the system relies upon subtle redirection of an attacker's own aggressive energy, it can be used effectively regardless of the practitioner's size or strength. For Teens and Adults
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WW (Weight Watchers)
November notice: There will be no meeting here on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 22. To accommodate members, a workshop will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 21 at 8:30am. WW is a leading, global provider of weight management services committed to providing a comprehensive approach to weight loss based on the latest scientific thinking. For more than 45 years, they have helped millions of people around the world lose weight through the fundamental learnings of safe and healthy weight loss. Their approach…
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Dancehall PowerUp
Join Toya every Thursday for a Dancehall PowerUp hour that is an hour of dance, fitness, and Jamaican-based dancehall movement! No experience required and easy to follow. Open to all levels. Bring your water and your "SWAG HAT" because it will be HOT! Come "wine", "bogle", shake and much much more!
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Moodment Dance Workshop
Glow in the beauty of you through dance! Join this motivational dance study to bring out your inner Goddess, with dances set to hit music. The Goddess Series is a four-week series of choreographed dances supplemented with guided self-discovery and creative embodiment. Whatever your current mood, you'll want to dance! Ages 18+. All levels welcome! Class are held from 2:30-3:30 in Studio 2 and cost $12 for one or $40 for the series. Class date are: Nov. 24; Dec. 1;…
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Motivational Aerobic Dance Exercise (MADE)
Looking for something new? Come shake, tone and burn fat in this high intensity, calorie busting group fitness dance class. Featuring today's hottest Latin-inspired, hip-hop and jamming old school music, this class will leave you sweating and wanting more. MADE- is a stress-free, worry free, energetic and overall positive environment. Men, women, and children of all fitness levels are welcome. So come on out, step outside yourself and take the steps to a healthier you. Dance 'til you drop. All…
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Adult Dance Fitness with a Twist
Jasmine's Dance Movement presents Adult Dance Fitness with a Twist! A new class theme will be featured each month. See below for themes and descriptions. Jasmine Ashley has 15+ years dance training and has been teaching for 10 years. She specializes in Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Pointe, Modern, Litergical, African, Dance Fitness, and Heels. When she teaches her mission is to be as passionate as possible so that students will feel it too. She just wants to have fun and…
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