ADULT LEISURE CLASSES

You may register for Leisure Classes by completing the registration form and faxing it to us at 734-246-7244.  Be sure to include your credit card number. Most Leisure & Enrichment classes begin the week of February 11 (unless otherwise noted).

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM (pdf)

Computer Classes

*Attention all computer students:  Presently our operating software is Windows XP Professional.  If you are running Vista, there will be noticeable variations in the programs. Variations will be primarily visual functionality.

Intro to Computers

Learn computer basics and software used in typical home applications such as word processing, databases and spreadsheets.  No computer experience required. CN:1073

Introduction to Microsoft Office

Learn the basics of MicrosoftOffice. You will be introduced to Word, Excel and PowerPoint through creating and formatting letters, spreadsheets, and presentations. CN:1040

Microsoft Excel-Beginners

Learn the basics of Excel.  Topics include:  how to understand the screen; how to create, modify, and print a worksheet; how to format a worksheet; how to create and work with charts; how to get help from the Office Assistant; and how to enter labels, values, and formulas.   Book fee of $15 payable the first  class.  CN:1045

Microsoft Excel Intermediate

Go beyond the basics!  Create charts and maps of your data, statistical and financial functions, depreciation and amortization tables, and other advanced functions.  Prerequisite:  Intro to Office  or other Microsoft Course.  Book fee of $20 payable the first class. CN:1117

PowerPoint

Design exciting slides, computer drawings, and charts.  Create your own slideshow, speaker’s notes, and hand-outs.  Prerequisite: basic computer course. CN:1046

Intro to Microsoft Word

Learn to use Word creating documents from memos and form letters to web pages and complex reports.  Integrate pictures and other effects in to a document. Charting, diagrams, tables, charts and document sharing will be covered.  Prerequisite:  Intro to Office or other Microsoft course. Book fee of $20 payable the first class.  CN:1088

Microsoft Access For Beginners

Learn the basics of Access by building and editing databases.  Create tables and reports, perform queries, and format reports. Explore basic database design and maintenance. Prerequisite: knowledge of MS Office and basic computing skills.  Book fee of $20 payable the first class. CN:1038

Senior Citizen (55+) Intro to Computers

No computer experience necessary. Get hands-on opportunities to learn about your PC.  Cover basic computer concepts, mouse practice, navigating the keyboard.  Get to know Windows software and the Internet. Get over your fear of computers and join the computer age! Each class runs 10 weeks.

Keyboarding

Do you know the keyboard?  Can you type without looking at the keys? If you answered  “no”, this class is for you.  Learn the keyboard and master touch-typing. CN:1043

Each music class will enroll a maximum of  8 students.

Piano Class for Adults

Learn the basics of playing the piano. Note reading, chords and theory will be taught each week along with a new song. Materials will be provided.  CN:1129

Piano for Adults, Level Two

You will have an opportunity to continue developing your skills with new songs and techniques.  Build on major and minor chords along with note reading and understanding theory.  Learn different styles of playing and a new song each week . CN:1139

Guitar for Adult Beginners                                           Learn the basics of playing guitar. You will learn a new song every week while strumming your favorite pop, rock, or country song. You will also learn note reading, music theory, strums and more. No experience necessary. Bring your own guitar. All other materials will be provided.  CN:1128

Guitar for Adults, Level Two

This class will give you an opportunity to continue developing your skills with new songs. Learn fingerpicking styles, lead playing and bar chords along with new strumming techniques. Understanding theory and songwriting will also be introduced in this class. CN:1138

Fitness & Recreation

Fitness Factory Special Offer

Fitness Factory Classes: Circuit Boot Camp, Pilates, Kickboxing, Ab Glutes & Thighs Blaster, and Total Body Conditioning with Weights

Fitness Factory Classes start the week of January 28, 2008.

Take 1 class/session at advertised price of $91

Take any 2 classes for $159

Take any 3 classes for $209

Take any 4 classes for $259

All classes meet 14 weeks!

(no classes: Feb 14, 18, 19 & Mar 20, 24-27)

Circuit Boot Camp

This class is for all fitness levels from beginner to advanced and incorporates cardio, body sculpting and core conditioning in FUN, ever-changing intervals. Bring water, a mat, 3-8lb. dumbbells.  CN:1090 

Pilates

Designed to give you suppleness, natural grace and skill that will be unmistakably reflected in the way you walk, the way you play, and in the way you work.  This workout enhances posture, flexibility, endurance and balance, while toning and firming your powerhouse. Wear comfortable clothes.

Kickboxing (non-contact)

An explosive hour utilizing martial arts and boxing techniques to hit music.  Begin with a 5-10 min. warm up, move into 30 min. of cardio kick, follow up with 20 min. of muscle reps to firm/tone your upper/lower body, and finish with a relaxing stretch.  Bring a mat or towel and a bottle of water.

Abs, Glutes and Thighs Blaster

Can you pinch more than an inch?  Sculpt your gut and shape your derriere with our safe, fun and effective no-impact, core-strengthening exercise system. CN:1002

Total Body Conditioning with Weights

Using hit music to keep you motivated and energized, this hour class will firm up your muscles....you’ll look better, feel better and burn more calories.  Bring  weights (2-5 lb.), a mat/towel and bottled water.

Tai Chi Chuan-Beginning

Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese exercise system of moderate weight bearing and cardiovascular intensity consisting of fluid, graceful movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo.  Practiced regularly, Tai Chi will improve flexibility, strength, and fitness.  Added benefits are stress reduction, pain relief, improved immune function, and better balance.  Wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat rubber-soled shoes. Class maximum: 20. CN:1009

Tai Chi Chuan – Intermediate

Prerequisite:  Tai Chi Chuan Beginning.  1st loop will be reviewed.  Attention will be given to correct and refine postures.  Students will begin the 2nd loop. Class maximum: 20. CN:1010

Tai Chi Chuan – Advanced

Prerequisite:  Tai Chi Chuan Beg. & Inter. or equivalent instruction.  Student must be able to perform 1st loop and be familiar with 1st half of 2nd loop.  Class will concentrate on completion of 2nd  & 3rd loops. Class maximum: 20. CN:1011

Couples Flow-Dance

Learn new flow dances and review your favorite oldies.  Good country music, good exercise and lots of fun!  CN:1124

Rockin’-Line Dancing - Beginners

It’s just not country anymore! Kick up your heels with good  “Rockin” country music. Get your exercise and have lots of fun!

Ballroom Dancing - Beg/Inter

Shall we dance?  Enjoy the feeling of dancing with a partner! This course will introduce you to Salsa, Waltz, Fox Trot, Tango, Rumba and the Cha-Cha. Partners only, please. For adults 18+.  CN:1029

Chi Kung / Qigong

Chi Kung - ancient Chinese exercise forms that emphasize whole body conditioning and healing.  These exercises include stretching, joint flexing and rotation, muscle conditioning, breathing techniques, and meditation.  Wear loose clothes and rubber soled shoes. Class maximum: 20. CN:1001

Yoga

Improve your posture and well-being.  Learn to control your body and mind through yoga postures.  Wear comfortable, stretchable clothing; bare feet preferred. Bring a mat, rug or blanket. Remember to fast/eat lightly 3 hrs before class.

Beginning CN:1007

Continuing CN:1008

Water Exercise Anderson Pool

You do not need to be a swimmer to take this class.  (Limit: 40 students)   Anderson Pool.  No bathing caps required. 

Calendar for Water Exercise: Class meets weekly from Feb 11 to May 19, except for weeks Feb 18 &  March 24 (*Also possible make-up day 5/21).

The average temperature of Anderson Pool is 78°.  This may be cooler than you prefer, but it is necessary for proper bacteria control.

Classes for Kids

Kids Power Karate 6-12years

Traditional martial arts training: emphasizing self-defense, physical fitness, conflict resolution, teamwork and anti-kidnapping  techniques. We do not promote aggressiveness, but teach respect for others and the individual.  Wear loose clothing.

Winter Session CN:1022

Feb 11 - Apr 7 (no class Feb 18 & Mar 24) 

Spring Session CN:1135

Apr 28 to Jun 9 (no class May 26)

Tiger Time  - Children 5-9 yrs

Exciting new ways for children to learn.  They’ll stretch their minds by exercising their bodies and imaginations. Teaches teamwork, focus, balance, agility, speed, confidence and fitness!  These life skills and techniques will give them an EDGE!  CN:1136

Pop-Rock – Girls  8-12 yrs

Come join the fun, learn the rhythm by expressing yourself through dance. Learn multiple dances. CN:1019

Mother/Daughter Pop/Rock Dance

For girls 8-12 yrs.  Bring your moms and learn to dance to the rhythm of the music and have fun, too!  CN:1018

Child Safety Seminar - PKSA

Your child will be taught skills to use if threatened or in an uncomfortable situation. Class focus: What to do if a stranger approaches, verbal boundaries, and what to do if attacked. Meant to deter violence in a fun and upbeat manner.  Note: no martial arts is taught in this class. CN:1019

***Cheerleading and Self Defense are offered by Young Champions.  Each class runs 45 minutes one night a week at Shelters School.  Please note the cancellation dates.  Fees will be collected at the first class meeting.  $7 registration fee and $7 per class  For more information:  1-800-940-7469.

Cheerleading

Fun and exciting program for beginners, intermediate and advanced level students. Students have the opportunity to participate in competitions, parades, and other performances.  Class time assigned on first night of registration.  (no class on Mar 21, Mar 28 & Apr 11)
 

Self Defense

This class provides instruction in STRANGER DANGER, & safety awareness.  Students learn basic strikes, kicks, blocks & stances.  Also have the opportunity to advance through belt ranks.  Students also have the opportunity to participate in tournaments & parades. (no class on Mar 20, Mar 27 & Apr 10)
 

Family Time-Kindermusik

Newborn-7 years old (10 week program)

Parent/Caregiver must be present for entire class, 45-minute session, 1 day per week, 10-week session.  Music helps your family share, laugh and learn together.  Your educator will introduce you to basic musical concepts and then give you the instruments and the structured free time to put those concepts into play. *Note : At Home Kit class fee due (non-refundable) at time of registration. Presented by Grand Staff Music CN:1119
 

Sewing & Needle Arts

Knitting - Beginning

Knitting is an ancient art that is seeing a revival - it can also be a relaxing, useful hobby. We will be working from “I Taught Myself How to Knit” by Boye, a kit that can be purchased at local stores.  You will need a skein of light colored worsted weight yarn, not a fuzzy soft type. Note: Knitting requires your hands to be held rigidly for extended lengths of time.  This may prove to be difficult for some individuals. CN:1031

Knitting Advanced: Work through knitting problems!

Go beyond the basics!  Explore sock construction, lace, cables and more.  Bring your own projects and we will work on them together. Bring size 6 or 8 straight needles and a ball of scrap yarn to first class. Basic knowledge of knitting required.   CN:1032

Sewing (Starts the week of Feb 4)

Learn the basics of sewing. Choose the right size pattern, suitable fabric and notions; learn to read patterns, layout and cut.  Learn easy construction techniques as you complete a simple dress or blouse.

Beginning/Intermediate CN:1033

Intermediate CN:1035

Advanced CN:1034

Quilting

An introduction to quilting from a basic pattern. Learn to make templates, cut fabric, and quilt. Basic sewing skills are required. Your quilt can be completed in 10 weeks. Supply list available at registration. CN:1036

Skill Building

RES 301 Builder’s License Prep Class Intensive training on the basic information needed to pass the State Builder’s Licensing Exam.  For those seeking a builder’s license to build their own home or for building trades people or investors. Bring highlighter and calculator. Class runs 4 weeks.  Minimun: 8 students.  Text included. CN:1065

Cake Decorating

Complete a cake each class.  Learn how to ice a cake, make roses, make rose buds, mums, sweet peas, basket weaving, lattice, plus much, much more.  Supply list will be given at registration.  Class runs 3 weeks.  Both classes are for beginners. Class maximum: 10.

 *Note all photo classes  start the week of Mar 3

Digital Camera Photo Class

Basics in usage of the digital camera.  Learn good picture taking techniques and how to hook-up the camera to your computer and download your pictures.  CN:1037

Photography  (Beginning)

Learn to use your camera in the manual exposure mode (not focus) and the application of shutter speeds, apertures, flash, composition, and how to take real photographs instead of snapshots.  Learn through slide programs, workshops, shooting assignments, and demonstrations.  Bring your camera manual and some old photos to critique on the first day of class.  Limit: 16 students.

Photography (Intermediate/Advanced)

This class will not teach you how to use your camera but will refine your shooting abilities and give a taste of more advanced photo techniques through workshops and critiques.  As a class we decide what we want to put in front of our lenses.  It’ll be fun with field trips, photo treasure hunts, studio sessions, demonstrations, and what ever else we decide to do.  Limit: 16 students.  *Prerequisite: Beginning Photo CN:1071

Strictly Studio- Advanced Photography

For the advanced photographer! Each student will need to have an S.L.R. camera and a flash, preferably a separate flash unit that mounts on the camera hot shoe. Class will consist of indoor and outdoor shooting sessions. Learn various lighting techniques, how to pose people, and techniques that will help you take better people pictures. Prerequisite: Beg & Inter/Adv CN:1072

Personal Development

Women’s Self Defense

Learn how to avoid dangerous situations and protect yourself from attackers!  This two-hour self-defense seminar is designed for women ages 13+ and teaches prevention, stranger awareness, verbal boundaries, and effective self-defense techniques.  Please wear loose fitting clothes. CN:1075

Babysitting Class

For youth eleven years and older:  Learn babysitting skills and prepare to handle babysitting as a business.  Must complete all four classes to earn certificate.  CN:1094

Practical Intuition

Got a hunch? Got a feeling? Gut feeling? Do you just know it’s going to happen? This class assesses your personal knowledge....just how intuitive are you?  Check office for room assignment.

Personal Stress Management

Stress has been proven to be a major cause of many health conditions.  Learn to identify the stress in your situations.  Redirect energies toward positive achievements and achieve health and peace of mind.  Conducted by a certified hypnotherapist.  No refunds.  Check office for room assignment.

Tutoring-Reading/Math

If you enjoy reading, and are warm, caring, and motivated...and have two hours a week to spare...consider being trained as a volunteer READING or MATH TUTOR. After 12 hours of instruction, you can choose to be placed with an adult student who needs to learn or help tutor in a classroom. See page 12 for more information.

Sign Language One

An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL):  Learn basic vocabulary, grammar, yes/no question and why-question forms, history, finger spelling, numbers, colors, months, weeks, terminology, food names, family signs, and deaf culture.  An excellent course for workers in health care, public safety, service, or education. Book fee of $20 payable first night of class. CN:1092

Sign Language Two

Part two of ASL signing.  This course expands on vocabulary, grammar, phrases and much more.  Book fee of $10 payable first night of class.  CN:1130

Self Esteem

Improve your presentation, confidence and self-acceptance.  Build confidence in yourself through your thoughts and ideas by the use of hypnosis.  No Refunds. Check office for room assignment

Stop Smoking

Listed by the American Lung Association as an accredited Stop-Smoking resource, this program helped countless individuals give up cigarettes for good with no side effects, no weight gain, no special medication or patches. Conducted by a certified hypnotherapist.  No Refunds.  Check office for room assignment.

Weight Control

This program allows you to eat only when you’re physically hungry and not feed on emotions.  Learn to identify and resolve emotional attachments to food.  This is not a diet; it is a way to deal with eating problems.  Learn how and why you eat when you are not hungry.  Conducted by a certified hypnotherapist.  Check office for room assignment.

ABC’s of Retirement - Services & Investments

Learn from a local financial advisor about various investment topics including: How to select the right investments, reducing risk in your portfolio, minimizing the cost of managing your investments, college savings strategies, types of retirement accts. (IRA’s ROTH’s, 401K, 403B & 457), direct roll-overs, how to avoid penalties, and much, much, more! CN:1074

Save $5,000/Year and Get out of Debt

Having trouble getting ahead?  This class will help! In 45 minutes you’ll learn a series of simple steps to save up to $5000 per year.  The second 45 minutes teach you a technique to get out of debt without refinancing or having to get a second job. Participants please bring a list of current debts and minimum payments.  Check office for room assignment. CN:1104

Foreign Language

French (Beginning)

German (Beginning)