Adult & Teen Enrichment Classes

ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Creative Arts Studio

$50R / $60NR - 6 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 13+ JAN-17 TUE 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

13+ MAR-7 TUE 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

13+ MAY-2 TUE 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Here is an opportunity to practice old skills and learn something new in the arts field. Popular art mediums, including oil, water color, acrylic painting and pouring, as well as drawing, and polymer clay sculpture are just some of the mediums we encourage. Individual instruction and exercises in the basic principles and elements of art and how it applies to your chosen medium will be offered, as well as critique and support from your fellow students if desired. Occasional class challenges are offered and optional. All levels of experience from beginner to advanced are welcome and encouraged to share and learn together. This studio setting is a relaxing environment where all are made to feel empowered, comfortable and welcome. Please bring your own supplies for whatever medium you wish to work in and join the fun! For questions please email the instructor, Kat Moody at be.a.light12@gmail.com. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Moody

CPR/AED Training

$37R / $44NR - 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Day Times 13+ JAN-28 SAT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

13+ MAR-4 SAT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

13+ MAY-19 FRI 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This CPR/AED Training program is designed to provide those with an occupational requirement or personal enrichment interest, with the core knowledge and hands-on skills to provide care for the injured until EMS arrives. This course will include: adult hands-only CPR, adult/child/infant CPR, AED (automated external defibrillator) usage, and how to relieve choking in an adult, child or infant. Course content conforms to the American Heart Association guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiac Care. Upon successful completion each participant will receive a two year certification card.

Looking to upgrade your CPR/AED Certification to the CPR BLS Healthcare Certification? Just sign up as usual and bring $30 extra to class with you. This will add 45 minutes to your time.

The AERT CPR/BLS PRO Health Care Level is designed for healthcare professionals. Course covers both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in- and out-of-hospital settings. This course trains participants to promptly recognize several lifethreatening emergencies, give highquality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED.. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Emergency Response Training

Intro to Voiceovers - One on One Live Video Chat

$49R / $59NR - 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ FEB ANY ANY

16+ APR ANY ANY

Note** This class is taken remotely in a 1:1 setting using video chat. Each student is scheduled for a day and time of their preference for the month of the enrollment.

Wow, you have a great voice! How many times have you heard that? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, I could do that! Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from Voices For All. Discover current trends in the industry and how they make it easy and affordable for just about anyone to get involved. You’ll learn about different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will take notes as you read a real script in this one-on-one video chat setting, and offer some coaching to improve your delivery. You’ll receive a professional voiceover evaluation later. One-time, 90-minute, introductory class. Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com. 18 and over. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding job! Location: VOICES FOR ALL LLC Instructor: Voices for All LLC

ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Points-Based Poker League

$17R / $21NR - 7 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 21+ JAN-5 THU 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

21+ MAR-9 THU 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

This is a fun, recreational and pointbased poker league for adults. Earn points every night you play. There will be six regular season games followed by an end-of-season tournament! No prior experience needed. For more information, please call 623-930-4600. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

$30R / $36NR - 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-21 SAT 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+. For more information go to chordsarekey.com. Materials Fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for the workbook and online follow-up videos. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Coffman

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

$30R / $36NR - 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-21 SAT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. And you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any simple song in this one session. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop. Total beginners can print out a free pamphlet on the treble clef by going online to this link: ChordsAreKey.com/notes-piano. Materials Fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for the workbook and online videos. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Coffman

Senior Meal Program

FREE - ONGOING

Ages Start Date Day Times 55+ JAN MON - FRI 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Senior Meals are back at Glendale Community Center! Come enjoy a social hour and a meal with us at GCC provided by the YWCA! We begin senior social at 11 AM and Lunch is served at 12 noon. Enjoy conversation, activities and food, Monday through Friday . Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: YWCA

Self-Protection / Situational Awareness Safety (AZ CCW Permit)

$84R / $96NR - 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-21 SAT 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

18+ MAR-11 SAT 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

18+ APR-15 SAT 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This course deals with not only situational awareness as a citizen, it also deals with Arizona Law and how it applies to “Use of Force” situations. Both Physical Force, and Deadly Force as defined by Arizona Law. Arizona also has a Castle Doctrine which provides legal protections for citizens inside their vehicles and homes. We are living in a time of increased violent crime and a lot of people moving to Arizona who don’t know our state laws. Our state is #2 in national laws that protect its citizens using force, even deadly force. But we also have very strict laws of where you can’t take or use firearms. Be informed. (Class can be used for AZ CCW Permit.) The instructor is a 39 years retired Phoenix Police Sergeant. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Wamsley

ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Hiking Safety Awareness

FREE - 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Day Times 13+ JAN-11 WED 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

13+ FEB-15 WED 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

13+ MAR-15 WED 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

This FREE class will discuss hiking safety awareness and cover topics to include terrain, weather, equipment, hydration, nutrition, hiking with dogs, fire safety, and animal and plant hazards. The purpose is to provide hiking safety awareness information so that every hike is a great hike. This class is hosted by the Glendale Fire Department Safety Management Team. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Glendale Fire Department

5k Essentials

$100R / $120NR - 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 15+ JAN-12 THU 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Training for a 5K, whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned veteran, can be overwhelming. In this 4-week hybrid class you will learn the right way to train, what shoes to wear, what to stretch and what not to stretch. We’ll also discuss simple and sensible 5K Training principles, basic strength training, stretching and cross-training, fueling for your runs. By the end of this webinar, you’ll feel prepared to train for and take on that 5K goal! January 12 and January 26 are in person classes. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Volante Physical Therapy

Injury Prevention for Athletes

$15R / $20NR - 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 15+ JAN-24 TUE 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Do the things you love pain free. In this class you will learn techniques to prevent injury and be able to live an active lifestyle. Whether you are a current athlete or just starting your fitness journey, learn lifelong techniques to prevent injury. This class is led by a certified Doctor of Physical Therapy, Elite One Athlete LLC. Provides a multitude of injury prevention and wellness techniques. Class meets every other Tuesday. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Elite One Athlete

Adult Racquetball Leagues

$25R / $35NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-9 MON 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

18+ MAR-27 MON 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Meet new players at your level, develop basic skills and improve your game. For more information, please call 623-930-4600. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Lovinger

Adult Racquetball Leagues

$25R / $35NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-4 WED 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

18+ MAR-29 WED 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

This class is ideal for players that have racquetball experience in leagues, tournaments and looking for more competitive play. For more information, please call 623-930-4600. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Lovinger

Adult Ballet II (INT/ADV)

$60R / $70NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 15+ JAN-18 WED 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

15+ MAR-29 WED 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

This class is designed for adult dancers who have an existing knowledge of ballet. Enjoy a fantastic workout while we have fun at the barre and across the floor with combinations including turns, petite allegro, grande allegro, and adagio. Pre-requisite - prior ballet/dance experience. Wear comfortable nonrestrictive clothes (dance wear or fitness attire). Footwear - ballet shoes. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Soto

ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Japanese Judo - Adult $21R / $25NR - 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 16+ JAN-3 TUE/THU 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

16+ FEB-2 TUE/THU 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

16+ MAR-2 TUE/THU 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

6+ APR-4 TUE/THU 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Learn and advance your judo skills by expanding your postures and salutations, how to move on the mat, control your opponent and how to fall safely. Techniques of grappling, locking, choking, escaping and sequence combinations taught. Participant must supply their own Gi. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Moore

Tennis I

$66R / $79NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-11 WED 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

For those who have played little or no tennis. Learn the basic strokes to enjoy the game. Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center

Tennis II

$66R / $79NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-11 WED 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

For those who have graduated from Tennis I or haven’t played for a while. Learn advanced strokes, scoring and playing strategies. Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center

Adaptive Bowling

$25R / $35NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 8+ DEC-3 SAT 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

8+ FEB-18 SAT 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Improve your bowling game; enjoy the support of others and make new friends! Parents, guardians and caregivers volunteer and assist those with special needs to make this a rewarding experience. Bowling ramps are available to registered bowlers. Instruction is not provided. Includes a bowling ball and shoes. Location: GLENFAIR LANES Instructor: Recreation Staff

Friday Night C/D Adult Softball

$455R / $555NR - 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-6 FRI 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday Night C/D adult softball leagues are for teams that want to play at a moderate intensity level. The focus will be on healthy competition. Teams will play 7 weeks of double-headed games depending on the schedule and a singlenight/ single-elimination tournament. Location: SAHUARO RANCH SPORTS COMPLEX Instructor: Recreation Staff

Sunday Night C/D Adult Softball

$455R/ $555NR-8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Day Times 18+ JAN-8 SUN 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday Night C/D adult softball leagues are for teams that want to play at a moderate intensity level. The focus will be on healthy competition. Teams will play 7 weeks of double-headed games depending on the schedule and a singlenight/ single-elimination tournament. Location: SAHUARO RANCH SPORTS COMPLEX Instructor: Recreation Staff