ICE SKATING FOR TEENS & ADULTS

An introduction to the coolest sport - ice-skating. Learn how to skate, turn and maintain your balance on the ice. All Equipment provided by instructor. Enrollment is limited to 10 students. Students enrolled in this class may skate the public session on the day of their class for free. Saturday public session is from 2:00-4:00 p.m. The free public session expires when students lessons are completed. Class held off-campus.

HORSEBACK RIDING

Introduction to Horseback riding: Learn grooming, tacking, mounting, dismounting, horse psychology, saddling, bridling, riding etiquette, equipment and basic balance at the various gates. Our instructors have taught hundreds of beginners to take that first trot! Class is held off campus at The Los Angeles Equestrian Center. Students must be 16 years and older. Limit 8 students per section. Riders must weight less than 195 pounds. No enrollment cancellations will be allowed. First meeting is a mandatory orientation. Students must have TES approved riding boots – all attire to be approved by TES. Students are required to attend the Traditional Equestrian School (TES) tack class prior to 1st ride at TES - Wednesdays 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays & Sundays 1-3 p.m.

GOLF

Learn the fundamentals of golf by working with a pro instructor. Emphasis will be placed on developing the proper grip, stance and swing. Shopping wisely for golf clubs and accessories will be reviewed at the first class meeting. All materials provided by instructor. No class July 26.

TENNIS PROGRAM

Tennis instruction for adults. Learn or review the basics: the proper grips, the forehand, the backhand, the serve, tennis rules and court etiquette. Intermediate students should have prior knowledge of the basic strokes and rules they will focus upon improving ground strokes, serving and net play. Advanced by permission of instructor. All students must bring to class 1 new can of tennis balls and a tennis racquet. Class held off campus in Griffith Park. Enrollment is limited.

INTRODUCTION TO FENCING - Beginning

Come try the Olympic sport of Fencing! It is the fastest growing of all the Olympic sports. Great fun for all ages. Let Fencing increase your hand-eye coordination, flexibility and fitness while learning one of the original Olympic game sports. En Guarde! Material fee of $25 to be paid to instructor on 1^st meeting of class. Instructor is a former teacher for U.C. Berkeley w/16 years of Fencing experience.

INTRODUCTION TO FENCING – Intermediate

This class is a continuation of Introduction to Fencing and will cover additional Fencing stances and routines. Students that wish to enroll in this class must have completed Introduction to Fencing or request permission from Fencing Instructor. Material fee of $25 to be paid to instructor on 1st meeting of class. Instructor is a former teacher for U.C. Berkeley w/16 years of fencing experience.

WORKOUTS

WEIGHT TRAINING AND CONDITIONING FOR BEGINNERS

The use of free weights and exercise machines can improve muscle tone and overall physical conditioning in a matter of weeks. Join this introductory seminar and learn how to safely and easily reshape your physique! Both male & female students welcome!!! Ages 16 & up.

KICKBOXING

Boost your metabolism with this fast paced fun workout. You will develop faster reflexes through the kickboxing workout. This us an effective exercise where you will build stamina, muscle tone, and muscle definition throughout your body by promoting muscle strength and fat burning. No experience necessary.

YOGA FOR A HEALTHY BACK

Learn safe and effective stretching techniques based on the ancient art of yoga and designed for people with problem backs. Find out what your correct posture is and how to achieve it, how to breathe deeply to increase the flow of oxygen from blood to muscles, and how to take a firmer stance against back pain. Please bring a workout mat.

BALLET SLIM & TRIM

What better way to whittle those legs, improve your circulation, tone up your whole body, and most importantly work on your total alignment than with the classical art of ballet dance. The traditional ballet "warm-up" performed at the barre does all of this and more. No experience necessary. Ballet shoes are recommended.

ABS, LEG, & HIP WORKOUT

Whittle that waist, firm those inner and outer thighs, and flatten that stomach. This class really does work AND will concentrate on lower body. Reshape and restructure! It's never too late! Students must bring their own exercise mat to class. No previous experience necessary.

BASICS OF YOGA

This introductory course is designed to assist the beginning student in understanding the art of yoga. In these sessions you will learn basic postures and breathing techniques to gain a clearer understanding of yoga as a tool for self-transformation. A consistent Hatha yoga practice can stimulate the cardiovascular system, reduce weight, improve posture, and tone the muscular system by increasing strength and flexibility. Bring a workout mat and towel to class.

YOGA/STRETCH

Release all of the tension in your body and mind. Increase your flexibility, decrease your stress and watch your body respond as it slims and trims down. Give yourself an hour vacation once a week. You deserve it, you certainly do!!! You will be refreshed, rejuvenated and recharged!!! Please bring a workout mat to class.

TAI CHI CHUAN

Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese discipline for health, relaxation, meditation, and self-defense. Its circular movements are based on a profound, practical philosophy useful in daily life. It creates a sense of well-being and reduces stress, while improving balance, coordination and flexibility. Wear loose comfortable clothes, flat shoes. (This class is now held at 3020 Wilshire Bl.)

CARDIO – SALSA – BLAST

High impact workout moving to salsa music. Class will start off doing slow stretches, and then into dancing different Latin movements, from salsa, cha-cha, cumbia incorporating exercise moves. Burn calories while having fun dancing. All are welcome to join !!!

PILATES MAT CLASS

Ever wish for a class that really strengthens your stomach, your back & streamlines your body – Well, you just found it! Using Pilates type exercises this class focuses on your ”core” - the center of your body. You’ll feel stronger and see a significant change in your body in 6 lessons. Bring a workout mat and towel to class and be prepared to be very excited with this innovative exercise form.

ABS/LEG/HIP & PILATES WORKOUT

This class will be a combination of Pilates and Abs, Leg, Hip workout with concentration on the “core” – center of your body plus lower portion. Instructor will show students how they can start to firm the inner and outer thighs, and flatten your stomach area. With the instructor’s guidance & exercise methodology you will see results! Students must bring their own exercise mat & towel to class. No previous experience necessary.

SELF DEFENSE

QUICK AND DIRTY SELF DEFENSE

If you ever leave your home - you need this class, If you ever stay at home - you need this class!!! Learn how to protect yourself in the streets, how to turn your fear into anger - switch yourself into attack mode!!! In this class you will learn how to subdue an attacker in 6 seconds, you will also learn to develop your inner/hidden strengths with confidence. Topics include: Extremely effective techniques that are easy to do and apply; learn what to do when gimmicks fail; (keys in fingers, mace, stun gun, etc…); Find out what to do when faced against overwhelming odds; Why your size is not a factor. This class is open to all !!!

KUNG FU

Choi Lai Fut Gung Fu is a Southern Chinese Martial Art. This system stresses powerful circular, straight and angular fist and hand motions with traditional strong kicking combinations. Learn explosive stance transitions coordinated with devastating combinations of strikes, blocks and kicks. Class emphasis is on understanding and application of the art. Sifu Nan is an internationally recognized teacher of the art. She studied with the late Sifu John Lem and is a deciple of Headmaster, Sifu Chia Yan Soon, of Singapore Hong Sheng Koon. Ages 10 and up.

JUDO

An introductory course mixed with intermediate and advanced students. Basic judo skills include throwing, groundwork (grappling), strangulation escapes, and arm locks. Women and men participate in a co-education setting with emphasis on learning judo for self-defense, tournament competition, physical fitness and fun. This course is recreational in nature and students can be any age from teenagers to senior citizens. Wear sweat pants and shirt or judo uniform to the first class meeting.