REC&ED ANN ARBOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS • COMMUNITY EDUCATION & RECREATION • FALL 2011 CATALOG
“Where Community Comes Together!”
GET COOKING
Cook Healthy – Eat Right with Michigan Produce
HOLIDAY FUN
Seasonal Cooking, Cards Decorations & Gifts
TEENS & YOUTH
Art, Dance, Legos, Chess, Language, Sports, Swim, Tennis & Yoga
Over 500 Classes & Fun Things to do for Adults • Youth • Preschool • Families REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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FALL 2011 1
What’s New at Rec&Ed?
Fall Fun
Participant Benefits 3 SAVE TIME... Click and Register in the Online Catalog If you decide to register for Rec&Ed classes from the comfort of your own computer, clicking on the ID Number for a class in the color online Catalog PDF will take you directly to the registration page for that class. Go to www.aareced.com and click on the catalog cover to get started.
3 SAVE MONEY... on More than 60 Popular Classes • Take $5 off each class when the same person enrolls in 4 or more qualifying cooking classes. Pages 4-9 • Bring a friend with you to any Finance class for only $10 more. Pages 12-13 • Enroll in any 2 fitness classes, get fit and save $5. Enroll in any 3 Fitness classes, get more fit and save $10. Pages 30-32 • Enroll at 2 classes held at Ita Yoga Studio and save $19, 3 classes and save $38. Page 33
Autumn in Michigan is a wonderful time of harvest and and preserving the bounty for the winter season ahead. It’s a time of festivity and fun with friends and family. It’s a season of new beginnings and holiday preparations and celebrations. We invite you to choose from over 500 classes that include computers, the arts, health and wellness, fitness, finance, languages, cooking and more. Throughout this catalog you will find a variety of high quality classes to help you brush up your skills, become and stay active, and just have fun!
• Sign up for the new SLIM U Seminar & SLIM U Boot Camp and save $69. Page 29
Great Classes
• Sign up for Mystery Shopping and Mystery Shopping Advanced and save $5 off each class. Page 12
Harvest Party, 5
• Instant Piano & Play By Ear - Sign up for both classes and save $5 off each class. Page 24
Healthy Holidays, 5
• For information on Financial Assistance and Senior Adult Discounts. Page 59.
Gingerbread House, 6
Halloween Cupcakes , 6 Michigan Autumn Dinner, 7 Great Soups for Cold Nights, 7
3 STAY CONNECTED
Tailgater Snacks, 7
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Preserving for Winter - The Italian Way, 8 This Holiday: Decorate Like a Professional, 14 Holiday Decorations With Natural Objects, 14 Holiday Greeting Cards, 18
“Where Community Comes Together!” Cover: Dayna Sprentall (R) & Valoree Sprentall at the Farmers Market in Ypsilanti
Holiday Gift Making Extravaganza, 20 Happy Sweetest Day Couples Massage, 28
Rec&Ed OFFICE LOCATION & HOURS
The Rec&Ed office is located in Pioneer High School. Look for the bright blue sign on the side of the building. Our address is 1515 S. Seventh St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
1515 S. Seventh St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103 734- 994-2300 www.aareced.com
ISSUE NO. 32, FALL 2011 The Ann Arbor Public Schools Community Education and Recreation Catalog is published 4 times a year in Ann Arbor, MI. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our community through education and recreation.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Rec&Ed Office will be closed for Thanksgiving Break 11/23 – 11/25 Winter Break 12/23 –1/8/12
Dr. Patricia P. Green, Superintendent, Ann Arbor Public Schools Sara Aeschbach, Director, Community Education & Recreation
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Contents
Fall 2011 Classes, Workshops & Activities
September-December
Adult Classes
Preschool
Rec&Ed Online Classes
First Steps Washtenaw..........................40-41 Art...................................................................... 42 NEW! Movement & Art.............................. 42 Dance................................................................ 43 Language........................................................ 43 Soccer/Martial Arts...................................... 44 Swimming (Parent/Child).......................... 56
Over 20 online Fall courses............................4
Life Enrichment NEW! Cooking ..............................................5-9 Computers/ Technology .......................10-11 Cameras............................................................. 11 NEW! Finance & Income........................12-13 Home & Garden........................................13-14 Languages, ESL............................................... 15 Games................................................................. 17 Personal Enrichment..................................... 16 Dog Training & Agility................................... 17 NEW! Chess for Parents................................ 49
The Arts NEW! Art.....................................................18-20 Ceramics & Jewelry........................................ 18 Jewelry & Glass................................................ 18 Woodworking.................................................. 21 Sewing & Textiles............................................ 21 Drama & Literary Arts..............................22-23 NEW! Music...............................................23-24 Couples Dance................................................ 25 Dance........................................................... 26-27
Health & Wellness NEW! Health & Wellness........................27-29 Parenting........................................................... 29 NEW! Fitness.............................................30-32 NEW! Yoga.................................................33-34
Instructional Sports NEW! Golf......................................................... 35 Self-Defense..................................................... 35 Martial Arts....................................................... 35 Volleyball........................................................... 35 Scuba & Snorkeling........................................ 36 Swimming......................................................... 37 Tennis............................................................37-38
Birth - Age 6
Youth Classes
Adapted Rec Adaptive Recreational Scuba..................... 39 Swimming......................................................... 39 Cooking Cooperatively................................. 39 NEW! Dance, Dance, Dance....................... 39 Dinner & A Movie........................................... 39 Strike Force Bowling...................................... 39
Registration 5 Ways to Register........................................ 59
Grades K-12
Rec&Ed Policies............................................. 59
The Arts
Class Locations & Map..........................62-63
Art...................................................................... 45 Music................................................................. 46 Dance................................................................ 47
Rec&Ed Resources
Fall Registration Forms.........................60-61
Class Discounts................................................2
Enrichment
School Age Child Care...................................3
LEGO................................................................. 48 NEW! Photography..................................... 48 Chess...........................................................49-50 Language........................................................ 51 Study Skills...................................................... 52
Recreation Advisory Commission.......... 10 Adult Team Sports........................................ 17 List of Parent Child Classes........................ 36 Tuition Preschool.......................................... 38 Rec&Ed Birthday Parties............................. 46
Instructional Sports & Fitness Martial Arts..................................................... 53 Yoga................................................................... 53 Baton Twirling................................................ 54 Flag Football................................................... 54 Gymnastics..................................................... 54 Girls on the Run............................................. 55 After School Lacrosse.................................. 55 After School Kicks Soccer.......................... 55 After School Hoops Basketball................ 55 After School Flag Football......................... 55 Water Polo....................................................... 57 Swim...........................................................56-57 Tennis................................................................ 58 Youth Team Sports Sign Up......Back cover
School Age Child Care The quality care you are looking for is available right at your child’s own school. We provide academic, creative, social and physical enrichment activities that enhance the before and after school hours. Download forms online at www.aareced.com/childcare For more information call 734-994-2300 Fun, Affordable Care that Meets the Needs of Active Kids... and their Parents!
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Online Certificates and Courses
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Online Learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way to learn. It is easy to participate in your online course. After you register, you will be given a web address to use to get into your online classroom. You will have a password and use your email address and password to gain access. Participate as much as you want, any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no live real-time requirements or meetings. To get a certificate, enroll in the certificate section which automatically enrolls you in the courses required to complete the certificate or you enroll in each course individually. Sorry, no discounts accepted at this time. For more information call 734-994-2300, x53219.
One month courses for K-12 Teachers
New Individual Courses: Dates 10/3-10/28
1 graduate credit available for each of these 4 courses though University of South Dakota. $40 fee paid
COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
FEE
Creating Cell Phone Apps for your Business
2920.101
$245
COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Cyber Security
2921.101
$245
Gender in the Classroom K-12 Teachers
2918.101
10/3 – 10/28
$245
Designing Successful Webinars
2922.101
$195
Online Learning & Teaching for K-12 Teachers
2918.102
10/3 – 10/28
$245
Facebook for Business
2923.101
$245
Generational Learning Styles for K-12 Teachers
2918.103
11/7 - 12/2
$245
Google Analytics
2924.101
$195
Social Media for K-12 Teachers
2918.104
11/7 - 12/2
$245
Students with Aspergers
2925.101
$245
Successful Survey Techniques
2926.101
$395
2928.101
$195
COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
YouTube for Business
2929.101
$195
eMarketing Essentials Credential
2902.101
9/6 - 12/2
$495
Improving Email Promotion
2902.102
9/6 - 9/30
$195
Boosting Your Website Traffic
2902.103
10/3 - 10/28
$195
Online Advertising
2902.104
11/7 - 12/2
$195
Individual Online Classes COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Entreprenuer Boot Camp
2912.101
9/6 – 9/30
$195
Extraordinary Customer Service
2913.101
9/6 – 9/30
$145
Green Workplace
2914.101
9/6 – 9/30
$195
Mentoring and Coaching in the Workplace
2915.101
9/6 – 10/28
$295
Practical Math for the Workplace
2916.101
9/6 – 9/30
$145
Recruiting and Retaining Gen X and Gen Y 2908.101
10/3 - 10/28
$175
Technology Update with Gareth Mitchell
10/17 – 10/21 $ 45
2927.101
Online Teaching COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Certificate in Online Teaching
2904.101
10/17 – 12/2
$495
Become a Certified Online Instructor (COI)
2904.102
10/17 – 12/2
$795
Advanced Teaching Online
2904.103
10/17 – 10/21
$195
Designing Online Instruction
2904.104
10/31 - 11/4
$195
Building Online Learning Communities
2904.105
11/28 - 12/2
$195
Business Skills
(Includes 3 classses listed below)
COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Business Research Certificate
2903.101
9/6 – 12/2
$495
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Introduction to Business Research
9/6 - 9/30
Business Statistics
10/3 - 10/28
Qualitative Business Research
11/7 - 12/2
FALL 2011 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
eMarketing
Social Media COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Social Media for Business Certificate
2901.101
9/6 – 12/2
495
Introduction to Social Media
2901.102
9/6 – 9/30
$195
Marketing Using Social Media
2901.103
10/3 - 10/28
$195
Integrating Social Media in Your Organization
2901.104
11/7 - 12/2
$195
Supervisory & Leadership Certificate COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Supervisory & Leadership Certificate
2905.101
9/6 - 10/28
$395
Virtual Meeting Planner Certificate COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
DATES
FEE
Virtual Meeting Planner
2907.101
9/6 - 11/15
$795
LEED Green Associate Exam COURSE TITLE
CLASS ID#
Green Buildings and Preparing for the 2909.101 LEED Green Associate Exam
DATES
FEE
9/6 - 10/28
$695
Complete course descriptions are online at www.aareced.com/reced.onlineclasses
Cook Healthy – Eat Right At St. Joe’s - You Do The Cooking! All Classes taught by Registered Dieticians at the SJMHS Ellen Thompson Women’s Health Center. Would you like to volunteer to help at a future St. Joe’s cooking class? Call 734-712-5467. Scholarship recipients pay $20.
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Save $5 off each class when the same person enrolls in 4 or more cooking classes.
Fantastic Fish 1 Did you know eating fish regularly can decrease your risk of heart disease? Learn how to select and cook a variety of fish using different techniques. Recipes include: Crisp Crusted Catfish, Fisherman's Stew, Poached Salmon with White Wine and Dill, Shrimp Salad with Spinach, Herbed Halibut Filets en Papillote. This class is a great choice for people with high blood pressure or high cholesterol or anyone who wants to improve their health. Instructor: Denise Marecki, R.D. 1 class. ID# 1659.101 10/6 FEE: $45 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Vegan Cooking
Thursday WHC Kitchen
NEW!
Are you interested in cutting back on animal products? Would you like to eat more fiber and less fat? Try this new vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free class. Recipes include: Roasted Red Pepper Walnut Dip, Ginger Red Lentils with Pasta, Tempting Tempeh, and Mocha Pudding Cake. Instructor: Denise Marecki, R.D. 1 class. ID# 1657.101 10/20 FEE: $45 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Healthy Holidays
NEW!
Thursday WHC Kitchen
Recipes
Healthy eating during the holidays shouldn’t be a hassle! Learn how to make special, creative dishes that still meet your health goals. Recipes include: Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Parmesan Pita Chips, Chili Glazed Meatballs, Sesame-Lemon Greens, Pumpkin Custard and Pecan Pie. Instructor: Denise Marecki, R.D. 1 class. ID# 1666.101 11/3 FEE: $45 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Fantastic Fish 2
NEW!
Thursday WHC Kitchen
Recipes
If you enjoyed Fantastic Fish 1, you must take this class! Eating more fish will lower your cholesterol and blood pressure and make your heart healthy. Recipes include: Grecian Tuna Steak, Cajun Catfish, Tomato Parmesan Grouper, Baked Salmon Patties, Zucchini Carpacchio and Peanut Butter Pie! Instructor: Denise Marecki, R.D. 1 class. ID# 1652.101 11/17 Thursday FEE: $45 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM WHC Kitchen
Around the World in Healthy Ways - Thai Eat healthy with ethnic flair! Discover how to cook healthy versions of famous Thai dishes. You cook and eat a meal that includes Thai Noodle Soup, Shrimp Pad Thai, Curried Coconut Chicken and a Tropical Coconut and Lime Shake. Instructor: Denise Marecki, R.D. 1 class. ID# 1654.101 12/1 FEE: $45 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday WHC Kitchen
SHARON SHELDON RETURNS THIS FALL WITH TWO NEW CLASSES!
Harvest Party
NEW!
VEGETARIAN Enjoy the fall bounty of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs. Sharon will share some of her favorite recipes with you to celebrate the fall harvest. Enjoy Baked Eggplant Rolls with Marinara Sauce, a Smooth and Simple Corn Soup, Mixed Herb Bean Salad, and Apple Carrot Oatbran Muffins. Take advantage of all the fall harvest has to offer. 1 class. ID# 1674.101 9/27 FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Real Meals in 30 Minutes
Tuesday Whole Foods Kitchen NEW!
Families are so busy that it is hard to put a healthy meal on the table during the week. Sharon is going to make it a little easier for you as she offers three quick and healthy meals your family is sure to love! REAL MEAL #1 CrunchBaked Chicken Fingers, Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges and Sesame Stir-fried Spinach; REAL MEAL #2 Teriyaki Salmon, Pineapple Rice and Chili Mint Cucumber Salad; REAL MEAL #3 Pizza with Roasted Peppers, Onions and Goat Cheese served with a Tangy Spinach Salad. Instructor: Sharon Sheldon. 1 class. ID# 1676.101 10/24 Monday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Whole Foods Kitchen
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Hands-On Fun in the Kitchen Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Register for 4 or more qualifying cooking classes and save $5 off each class.
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ID# 1690.101 10/27 FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
If you love coffee don’t miss this opportunity to explore authentic European methods for making espresso drinks from an experienced barista. Have fun in this hands-on workshop and discover how to taste the difference! You will learn everything there is to know about good coffee from the bean to the cup. Scholarship recipients pay $15. Instructor: Natalie Park, owner Coffee House Creamery. 1 class. ID# 1668.101 ID# 1668.102 ID# 1668.103 FEE: $35
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Ages 5 & up with Adult. Cupcakes are all the rage! Now you can learn how to use piping, fondant accents and other techniques to make beautiful cupcakes for your Halloween parties. Easy and fun designs will transform your cupcakes into works of art. Take home your gorgeous decorated cupcakes and some delicious recipes to try at home. Bring a dozen medium plain cupcakes. All decorating supplies included. Fee registers adult and one child. Scholarship recipients pay $15. Instructor: Jyothi Abrahams, Wilton Cake Decorating specialist. 1 class.
Coffee: Bean to Cup
Tea Basics Black tea, green tea, white tea, herbal, rooibos, oolong... What is the difference? Sample them all and discover the unique character of each one. Learn how to store and brew them properly so they always taste perfect! You will also discuss tea selections, food pairings and taste some delicious tea-infused deserts to round out your fabulous teafilled afternoon. Scholarship recipients pay $15. Instructor: Natalie Park, owner Coffee House Creamery. 1 class. ID# 1669.101 10/23 ID# 1669.102 11/13 FEE: $35 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
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Ages 5 & up with Adult. Building a gingerbread house with your child is a wonderful family tradition. Support base, cookie pieces, frosting and all decorating supplies are provided. Learn the secrets to making a house that will weather through the season in one piece. Registration fee pays for one adult and one child. Scholarship recipients pay $20. Instructor: Cathy Myles. 1 class. Wednesday Huron, Room 6219
ANDY KWON, OWNER BIWAKO SUSHI
Basic Sushi Rolls
PARTICIPANTS FROM LAST YEAR’S CLASS SHOW OFF THEIR CREATIONS
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Explore tips and techniques for making the popular California Roll taught by an experienced sushi chef. This westernized version of sushi starts with Japanese vinegar seasoned rice combined with vegetables and seafood and then rolled in a seaweed wrapper. Learn how to prepare the ingredients to make a uniform roll. Discover the importance of rice and seasoning it to perfection. Take home all the sushi rolls you make and your own bamboo rolling mat. Scholarship recipients pay $20. 1 class. ID# 1696.101 10/20 Thursday ID# 1696.102 11/17 Thursday FEE: $45 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Huron, Room 6219
Cooking With Bill Register for 4 or more qualifying cooking classes and save $5 off each class. Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Tailgater Snacks
NEW!
Great tailgate appetizers can make even a losing game seem worth it. The key is to know what to make ahead so you can enjoy the time with your friends. Bill Loomis’s winning recipes start with a twist on Buffalo wings: Thai Chicken Wings with Two Sauces. Enjoy two wraps, one for meat lovers and one for vegetarians: Shredded Pork and Coleslaw Wraps and Veggie Eggplant with Feta Cheese Wraps. For quick eats everyone will help Bill make One Bite Mini Paninis. And for dessert Caramel Macadamia Nut Rice Krispy Treats. Scholarship recipients pay $20. 1 class. ID# 1651.101 10/5 Wednesday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Whole Foods Kitchen
Great Soups for Cold Nights What could be better on a dark autumn night than a bowl of homemade soup? Bill presents five heartwarming soups from the simple to more complex. Get your taste buds ready for classic French Onion, a Cream of Mushroom, Corn and Bacon Chowder, Curried Cauliflower with Hazelnuts and Orange Fennel soup. Scholarship recipients pay $20. 1 class. ID# 1685.101 10/19 Wednesday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Huron, Room 6219
Michigan Autumn Dinner Michigan cuisine really shines in the autumn, and this class is everything Michigan. You start with an appetizer made with Pinconning cheese, followed with a Cream of Wild Mushroom soup and a Pear Salad with mixed greens. The main event is a delicious Hemingway Pan-fried Trout and for dessert, a Honey Crisp Apple Tart. Enjoy all Michigan has to offer. Scholarship recipients pay $20. 1 class. ID# 1692.101 11/1 Tuesday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Whole Foods Kitchen
Back to Basics More than ever before, people are eating out at restaurants and fast food drive-thrus. But nothing beats a home cooked dinner. Revisit simple weekday meals, made from scratch, that are inexpensive and healthy for you. Recipes include: Spaghetti with Meatballs, Double Crispy Fried Chicken, Deviled Salmon Patties, and the classic Mac and Cheese. For dessert, enjoy something deliciously simple - Baked Pears in butterscotch sauce. Your family won’t want to go out to dinner anymore. Scholarship recipients repay $20. 1 class. ID# 1655.101 11/16 Wednesday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Huron, Room 6219
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The Italian Way Register for 4 or more qualifying cooking classes and save $5 off each class.
Preserving for Winter - The Italian Way
NEW!
HANDS-ON A good Italian cook uses fresh herbs and ingredients to create her/his recipes. How do you manage in the winter? Let Francesca show you how to prepare herbs, and vegetables to use all winter long. Learn to make a variety of Pestos that are easy to freeze. Discover a favorite Italian pickle, giardiniera Emiliana, that you can enjoy all year. Bring containers to take home your bounty. 1 class. ID# 1672.101 10/8 FEE: $45 10:00 AM – 12 Noon
Saturday WHC Kitchen
Pizza & Calzones - The Neapolitan Way Try pizza made the Neapolitan way with home made dough and sauces, stuffed or fried, then covered with Italian style toppings. This is not your usual baked pizza. You won't want to miss this authentic treat from Francesca's native homeland. End the evening with a refreshing Pineapple Sorbet. 1 class. ID# 1675.101 10/25 FEE: $45 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Italian Zuppe
NEW!
Tuesday Whole Foods Kitchen
Recipes!
Nothing says comfort on a cool fall night like a bowl of hot steamy soup. Francesca will introduce you to three hearty Italian favorites: Ribollita - Tuscan style vegetable soup; Garbanzo bean soup made with chunks of pork bits, prosciutto in a tomato broth base; and an Italian Chicken Vegetable Soup. Finally you are introduced to the perfect "go with" - a ricotta and currant cake topped with a fruit spread. 1 class. ID# 1671.101 11/7 FEE: $45 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday Whole Foods Kitchen
Eggplant Parmesan - An Italian Classic VEGETARIAN Three Italian classic baked dishes will keep your family well-fed this fall. Eggplant Parmesan - sliced eggplant is grilled, then baked in a tomato basil sauce and layered with cheeses. Next sliced and fried zucchini is layered with tomatoes, bread crumbs and cheese to create a Zucchini Parmigiana. Finally an Artichoke Tort, baked with cheeses is presented on a bed of lettuce. The ingredients are simple, but the art of combining them with the right herbs and other ingredients makes it 100% Italian. 1 class. ID# 1677.101 11/28 FEE: $45 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday Whole Foods Kitchen
“Francesca is an excellent teacher; so knowledgeable, kind and authentic. Love her classes!” Audrey Schwimmer 8
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FRANCESCA IS JUST BACK FROM ITALY AND CAN’T WAIT TO SHARE NEW RECIPES WITH YOU!
Homemade Italian Sausage HANDS-ON Sausage is the base ingredient for many delicious Italian recipes. Discover how to make sausage the Neapolitan way. First help create a spicy sausage that will be sauteed in white wine and served over spaghetti tossed with olive oil and garlic. The mild sausage you make with fennel seeds will be cooked in a tomato sauce and served with pasta. Gain tips and secrets for the best casings to use, where to buy them and how to fill them. Enjoy eating the sausage that Francesca will serve up in traditional Italian dishes. 1 class. ID# 1630.101 11/22 FEE: $45 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Italian Pasta & Sauces
Tuesday WHC Kitchen NEW!
2-Day Format
HANDS-ON Spend two evenings in the kitchen with Francesca making handmade pasta and delicious sauces. The first night you will create homemade ravioli filled with wild mushrooms, pappardelle pasta, and strascinati, an eggless pasta. The second night, master the art of creating savory sauces to enjoy on your pasta. A classic tomato wine sauce will adorn your ravioli. A creamy white sauce with peas and proscuitto perfectly matches your pappardelle. Finally, a tomato sauce with fresh Italian sausage. Bring containers to take home the leftovers. Scholarship recipients pay $35. 2 classes. ID# 1629.101 12/13 – 12/14 FEE: $85 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday WHC Kitchen
More Cooking Classes
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Register for 4 or more qualifying cooking classes and save $5 off each class. Scholarship recipients pay $20 for cooking classes unless otherwise indicated.
INDIA
Lamb Vindaloo Vindaloo is a hot, spicy dish that originates from the Goa region of India. It has become a popular dish served in Indian restaurants made using coconut vinegar and lots of hot red chili peppers. Payasam is a thick rice pudding of molasses, coconut milk, and cardamon garnished with cashews and raisins. Instructor: Jyothi Abraham. 1 class. ID# 1686.101 9/30 Friday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Whole Foods Kitchen
Aloo Gobi HANDS-ON/ VEGETARIAN Aloo (potato) and Gobi (cauliflower) make up a dish that is an everyday staple in Indian homes. The traditional spicing of tumeric, curry leaves, ginger, garlic, onion, cilantro, and cumin give this dry dish its special flavor. Have fun making Chapathi, the common unleavened bread made from whole grain wheat. Master the technique of turning the bread on the traditional tava pan to bake it evenly. Afterwards enjoy a classic Mango Lassi made by blending fruit with yogurt that will cool your palate. Instructor: Jyothi Abrahams. 1 class. ID# 1678.101 10/13 Thursday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Huron, Room 6219
Murg Shai Korma
JYOTHI TEACHES TRADITIONAL INDIAN COOKING
NEW!
Korma is a mild, creamy chicken curry thickened with ground nuts. It claims its origins in the Mughlai cuisine of the 16th century. Food of this cuisine, popular in parts of northern India, is rich and heavily influenced by neighboring Muslim cultures. Served over plain white basmati rice. Instructor: Jyothi Abraham. 1 class. ID# 1670.101 11/10 Thursday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Huron, Room 6219
Malai Kofta VEGETARIAN Malai Kofta is the vegetarian alternative to meatballs made from potatoes and vegetables and served in a thick creamy sauce. It goes very well with Jeera Rice, simply spiced with cumin. Gajar Ka Halwa is a sweet dessert to finish the meal made from carrots and milk. Discover the delights of this classic Indian meal traditionally prepared for your enjoyment. Instructor: Jyothi Abrahams. 1 class. ID# 1665.101 12/8 Thursday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Whole Foods Kitchen
Dessert Raw Desserts
NEW!
Just in time for the holidays! You don’t need to bake to make desserts for your family. You can make delicious desserts easily prepared in 15 minutes or less, with fresh fruit, natural sweeteners and nuts. All recipes are gluten free. Recipes include: a Chocolate Parfait, Apple Almond Crunch, and a Berry Tart. Instructor: Amanda Klain, owner Love Fresh. 1 class. ID# 1680.101 11/14 Monday FEE: $39 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Whole Foods Kitchen
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Computers & Technology
MS Word 2007 - Beyond Basics
Private Computer Lessons – Windows
Expand your understanding of the many features, shortcuts, and uses for MS Word 2007. Learn to work with tables, tabs, bullets and numbering. Work with multiple documents and special tools. Instructor: Patricia Na. 4 weeks.
Patricia Na is now available for private computer lessons. She is a patient, experienced teacher who has been teaching for Rec&Ed for over 10 years. Use the ID# below to register. The instructor will call to set up your training time. Sorry no discounts accepted.
ID# 1207.101 9/29 - 10/20 FEE: $99 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
New to computers? What better way to get started than with private lessons in your home, on your computer. Learn about computer terminology, setting up and managing your email and using the Internet. ID# 1224.101 FEE: $179 (3 hours instruction) ID# 1299.101 FEE: $59 (additional hours)
MS Word 2007 - Getting Started Private lessons are a great way for beginners to learn the basics of word processing. Learn to enter, edit, and format text. Create and work with Word files, menus, toolbars and special features. ID# 1206.101 FEE: $179 (3 hours instruction) ID# 1299.101 FEE: $59 (additional hours)
Open Topics Prefer to learn one-on-one rather than in a class? Sign up for inhome private lessons on anything from Word, Excel, PowerPoint, digital photos, organizing files and more. ID# 1203.101 FEE: $179 (3 hours instruction) ID# 1299.101 FEE: $59 (additional hours)
THANKS!
The Recreational Advisory Commission (RAC) is a citizen’s advisory group that helps REC & ED deliver the best programs possible for our residents. Shannon Kos, Chair Tom George, Vice-Chair Tim Berla, PAC Liaison Annie-Norah Beveridge Susan Ball Sheila Calhoun
Rick Dekeon Joe Erhardt Mary Jo Gray Arjun Kalra Joanne Kimata Betty Wier
For comments, suggestions, concerns, etc., contact RAC at rec_advisory@aaps.k12.mi.us or mail to RAC, Rec&Ed, 1515 S. Seventh St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
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Thursday WISD Computer Lab
MS Excel 2007 - In the Beginning
Window Basics - Meet the Mouse & More
RAC Members
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
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MS Excel is a powerful software tool that helps you create spreadsheets to organize, analyze, and share important information. Instructor: Patricia Na. 4 weeks. ID# 1209.101 10/3 - 10/24 FEE: $99 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday WISD Computer Lab
MS Excel 2007 - Beyond Basics Master Excel functions including creating a worksheet, rows and columns, formatting data, formulas, and sorting are covered. Instructor: Patricia Na. 4 weeks. ID# 1209.102 11/7 - 11/28 FEE: $99 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday WISD Computer Lab
MS PowerPoint Create presentations that include graphics, colorful backgrounds, enhanced text and special effects quickly and easily. Instructor: Patricia Na. 4 weeks. ID# 1213.101 10/27 - 11/17 FEE: $99 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday WISD Computer Lab
Technology Update for Non-Techies Are you feeling “technologically challenged"? Ready to catch up with your grandkids? Discover Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Skype, Google, sharing photos, instant messaging, text messaging, Smart phones, and MP3 players. They are not just for kids anymore! Instructor: Patricia Na. 3 weeks. ID# 1215.101 10/5 - 10/19 FEE: $59 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room D212
iWhat? iPads, iPhones & iPod Touch– do you own one of these hot products but don't know how to use it? Maybe you're thinking of getting one and want to determine if it's for you. Learn how to navigate your way around these popular Apple products. Discover how to load your music, download apps, set up your e-mail and much more. If you have a laptop and an iPad or iPhone, feel free to bring them with you, but they are NOT required for class. Instructor: Patricia Na. 3 weeks. ID# 1235.101 11/2 - 11/16 FEE: $59 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room D213
Digital Cameras Photos: From Camera to Computer They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Using the free program Picassa, get hands-on experience organizing photos. Learn to adjust color and brightness, crop, rotate, remove red-eye and work with special effects. Explore options for printing and sharing your photos, and discuss some of the latest photo products available online. This is the perfect follow up class for those who have taken Digital Cameras: Compact. Bring your digital camera and connecting cords. Instructor: Patricia Na. 3 weeks. ID# 1222.101 11/15 – 11/29 FEE: $59 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Private Computer Lessons – Mac Jim Monkiewicz has been working on Macs for almost 30 years and can teach you everything you need to know about Macs in your own home, on your own computer. Jim will call you after you register to set up a meeting time that fits your schedule. Sorry, no discounts accepted. Suggested Topics: • Make the Switch - Windows to Mac • iLife Suite (iPhoto, iMovie, iWeb, iDVD, etc) • iWorks (Pages, Numbers, Keynotes) • Mac: Tips, Tricks, Shortcuts ID# 1233.101 ID# 1233.102
FEE: $159 (3 hours instruction) FEE: $55 (additional hours)
See Digital Photography Classes for Kids on page 48.
Tuesday WISD, Computer Lab
Digital Camera: Compact Take this class if your digital camera is small enough to accompany you everywhere. Learn how to take, review, and edit photographs with your compact digital camera. Master simple techniques that will dramatically improve your own picture taking. Understand your camera's basic features including: automatic and programmed settings, and how to navigate the camera's menus. Bring your compact camera, manual, and charged batteries. Instructor: Larry Works, professional photographer. 4 weeks. ID# 1254.101 9/27 – 10/18 FEE: $79 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday Pioneer, Room E105
Digital Camera: DSLR As you progress from a compact camera to a DSLR the tools and features become more sophisticated. With complete control of camera settings and optics you learn and practice how to photograph in most common situations. DSLR basic features are covered: white balance, histograms, exposure controls, and lighting are combined with lens selection to improve your picture results. Bring your DSLR camera, manual, and charged batteries. Instructor: Larry Works, professional photographer. 4 weeks. ID# 1254.102 11/1 – 11/22 FEE: $99 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday Pioneer, Room E105
Meet the New Rec&Ed Instructor Larry Works has been taking photographs since he was a child. He uses it to share interests with others and provide income for himself. His insatiable curiosity in all things technical takes him in wildly divergent directions with fun results.
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Finance 55 & over
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
You-Can-Do-It Retirement Planning
Road Map to Retirement
Master the skill of selecting and monitoring a variety of investments including stocks, bonds, mutual funds and annuities. Obtain answers to the questions: How much do I need to save? How much can I withdraw each year? Should I pay off my house? And more. Discover what to look for when choosing a financial advisor. Identify your investment goals and discover guidelines for when to get into the market and when to take out your profits. Instructor: RetirementProject.org 1 class. ID# 1939.101 9/28 Wednesday FEE: $99 Individual 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212 ID# 1939.102 FEE: $150 Couple
Develop a road map for retirement! Know when you can retire, how much you need to save, and how much you need to earn on your investments. Discover how to create income that will achieve and maintain your desired lifestyle in retirement and last for the rest of your life. Learn how to make your retirement plan work for you and how you can and should participate in your financial plan. Instructor: Michael Rautiola or Adam Finch Certified Financial Planner. 3 weeks. ID# 1928.101 10/10 – 10/24 Monday FEE: $35 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
401(k) & 403 (b): Tips, Tricks, & Secrets
NEW!
Understand more about how your retirement accounts work after you experience this eye opening presentation. Go beyond basic asset allocation and buy and hold strategies. Maximize your outcomes by grasping the professional techniques you learn. Discover the truth about target-date-funds, boosting your contributions and weathering the turbulent times. Instructor: RetirementProject.org 1 class. ID# 1929.101 10/3 Monday FEE: $25 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
Conservative Investing on a Fixed Income Are you living on a fixed income and worried about low interest rates? Improve your chances by learning how to find and negotiate the best CD rates. Enhance your knowledge of which bonds to use and which ones to avoid. Learn to spot costly annuity sales tactics and protect yourself from inflation. Position yourself to build a retirement paycheck with dividend-paying stocks. Instructor: RetirementProject.org 1 class. ID# 1933.101 10/6 Thursday FEE: $25 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
Estate Planning Basics Probate, health care and estate tax laws have recently changed! Prevent your assets from going through probate. Protect them from estate and capital gains taxes. Retain control of your affairs and learn how to protect yourself against the cost of long term care. Attorneys from Estate Planning Services, P.C., will teach you about medical and financial powers of attorney, wills, and living trusts. Receive a free personal affairs organizer. 1 class. ID# 1915.101 10/20 Thursday FEE: $25 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
Protect Your Assets The average cost of nursing home care in Michigan is $6,191 per month. Neither health insurance nor Medicare pay for such care. Learn how you can avoid losing your life savings to long-term care costs. Instructor: Attorneys from Estate Planning Services, P.C., members of the Elder Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. 1 class. ID# 1916.101 12/6 Tuesday FEE: $25 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
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Retirement Wellness Too many people start their first day of retirement with a finance plan but nothing else. Don't let this happen to you. You will enjoy this fun and creative approach to retirement. Learn to replace your work identity, stay socially connected, physically active and healthy. Create your own Retirement Wellness Plan and build a retirement curious list. Change your life forever by answering three revealing questions. Instructor: RetirementProject.org 1 class. ID# 1934.101 10/18 Tuesday FEE: $29 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
Countdown to Retirement How long until you retire? 5 years? 3 years? 1 year? Were you forced to delay your retirement because of the stock market rollercoaster or plunged into early retirement due to the deflated job market? The decisions you make in early retirement are crucial to your long-range success. Discover how to withdraw funds after retirement safely and how to weather future stock market ups and downs. Instructor: Barbara Tucker, Insight Financial Group. 2 classes. ID# 1936.101 11/9 – 11/16 Wednesday FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room D212 Additional person: $10
Mystery Shopping Imagine getting paid to shop, dine and travel. Mystery Shopping is perfect if you would like to supplement your current income and have fun doing it. Understand what mystery shopping merchandising, auditing and exit interviews are and what skills are required to become a shopper. Discover leads for assignments and how to get started. MYSTERY SHOPPING ADVANCED Ignite your current business with hands-on experience researching the Internet for sites that provide lists of companies that hire Mystery Shoppers. Have all your questions answered by an experienced, successful shopper. Prerequisite: Internet experience and some mystery shopping knowledge. Instructor: Ronda L. Ackerson. 1 class. ID# 1976.101 10/17 Monday FEE: $29 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Pioneer, Room D212 ID# 1976.102 10/17 Monday: Advanced FEE: $29 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D210 SAVE $5 OFF EACH CLASS WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR BOTH.
Finance Continued Pearls of Wisdom: Financial Planning for Women
Getting Paid to Talk
Like a good set of pearls, the wisdom gained in this workshop will stand the test of time. Through an interactive video-based format you discover how to make smart financial decisions in many of the areas women typically face during their lifetime. Benefit from a unique opportunity to discuss financial issues and ask questions in an informal, supportive setting. In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness month Mass Mutual will make a research donation for each person who attends. Instructor Barbara Tucker, Insight Financial Group. 2 classes. ID# 1930.101 10/18 – 10/25 Tuesday FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room D213 Additional person: $10
Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? Explore the field of voice-over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the Internet. Learn how to prepare a great demo, and what it takes to be successful in this exciting field. Class participants will have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of the Voicecoaches.com producer! Instructor: Voice Coach Staff. 1 class.
Financial Planning For Everyone People of all ages can benefit from financial planning. It is just as important for young adults and young families as it is for people closer to their retirement. In these times of tight money knowledge of financial planning is crucial to a financially secure future. Embrace this opportunity to become informed about managing your finances and ask questions in a small group setting. Instructor: Barbara Tucker, Insight Financial Group delivers financial information in plain language without all the industry jargon. 2 classes. ID# 1925.101 9/28 – 10/5 Wednesday FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room D213 Additional person: $10
ID# 1971.101 10/18 Tuesday FEE: $29 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Rec&Ed Conference
Selling on eBay Listing items on eBay is easy - but mistakes made by beginners can be costly. Learn to avoid the pitfalls. If you haven’t taken this class in a couple of years it may be time to educate yourself on all the new rules and features eBay has put into practice recently. A $14 materials fee will be collected at the first class for the student guide handbook. Instructor: Bruce Koldys, Certified eBay Specialist. 2 classes. ID# 1913.101 10/6 – 10/13 FEE: $49 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday Pioneer, D213
ID# 1913.102 11/5 - 11/12 FEE: $49 9:30 AM – 12 Noon
Saturday Rec&Ed Lounge
Home & Garden
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Buying a Home in Today’s Market
The Secret Life of Michigan Birds
Buying your first home is a major investment and an exciting time. Receive a broad overview of all aspects involved in purchasing a home. Determine your price range. Review conventional and alternate financing, working with realtors, negotiating sales agreements, and logistics of actual purchase. Instructor: Maria Gilbert, Charles Reinhart Co. and guest speakers. 2 classes.
Get up close and personal with Michigan's backyard birds. Go beyond the Field Guide's descriptions for a more in depth look at the most common species found across Washtenaw County. Learn to identify and attract these birds to your own backyard. Come to understand their habits, history in the area and hidden lives. Instructor: Jamie Platt is an avid Ornithologist and wants to share his passion with you. 2 classes.
ID# 1922.101 FEE: $35
10/11 – 10/18 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Additional person: $10
Tuesday Pioneer, Room D205
Gain the knowledge and tools you need to negotiate the best rates and closing costs for your next mortgage. Explore a number of different loan programs including how to pay off your loan faster and pay less interest. Discover how bank owned and foreclosure properties work. A mortgage financing manual is included for free. Instructor: Mike Hyman, Vice President, Goldstar Mortgage. 2 classes. 10/17 – 10/24 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Additional person: $10
Wednesday Pioneer, Room D207
Bicycle Maintenance 101
Insight to Mortgage Financing
ID# 1921.101 FEE: $35
ID# 1689.101 9/28 – 10/5 FEE: $35 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
NEW!
Monday Pioneer, Room D213
Keep your bicycle fine tuned and rolling smoothly. Understand how to adjust and maintain your bike in this fun hands-on workshop. Learn how to diagnose problems, fix a flat tire, adjust brakes and gears and true a wheel. Bring your bike to work on and any tools you may have. Instructor: Clark McCall has over 40 years experience fixing bikes. 3 weeks. ID# 1641.101 9/28 – 10/12 FEE: $49 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday Slauson, Rec Room
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Home & Garden Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Meet the New Rec&Ed Teacher!
Lindsay Winkler
Paint Like a Pro Painting is the most common home improvement project tackled by the average homeowner. Receive hands-on experience as you discover the right way to use the tools of the trade. A painting contractor with over 20 years of experience will teach you how to repair walls, caulk, tape, and choose the correct materials and tools. Save money by doing it yourself and take pride in completing a professional job. Students will paint a room in this hands-on class. Instructor: Gene Firn, DIY Painting Instructors Network. 4 weeks. ID# 1643.101 10/3 - 10/24 FEE: $79 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday TBA
Wall Repair: Plaster & Drywall
“I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend who enjoys sharing my passion for the home and how it makes you feel. I believe your home should be a reflection of who lives there and function the way the family needs it to - not a cookie cutter or designer showplace.”
Save money - do it yourself. Discover how the pros do it. Learn to fix cracks, small holes, nail pops and more. Understand what products to choose and how to apply them. Techniques for both plaster and dry wall are covered. Benefit from hands-on experience using the instructors “portable wall” classroom. All tools and materials supplied. Instructor: Carl Newmeyer, At Your Service Home Maintenance. 1 class. ID# 1648.101 10/15 FEE: $39 9:00 AM – 12 Noon
Saturday Rec&Ed Conference
Mount Anything to Your Walls Do your pictures hang crooked? Is the towel bar in your bathroom pulling out of the wall? Discover simple, fool proof methods to attach anything securely to your interior walls. Get hands-on practice using the instructors "portable wall" classroom. Techniques for both plaster and dry wall are covered. All tools and materials supplied. Instructor: Carl Newmeyer, At Your Service Home Maintenance. 1 class. ID# 1647.101 11/2 FEE: $39 9:00 AM – 12 Noon
Saturday Rec&Ed Conference
Holiday Decorations With Natural Objects
NEW!
Craft your own small holiday wreath, pine cone tree and hanging ornament to get your house ready for the winter holidays. You will use all natural materials such as preserved greens, dried flowers, pine cones, pods and berries. Ideas for additional holiday decorations will be discussed. Materials fee: $10 due to instructors at class. Instructors: Merrill Crocket and Rita Hermann, Old Friends. 1 class. ID# 1712.101 11/3 FEE: $29 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Interior Design Basics
NEW!
Does your home decor look tired and dated? In need of some change, but don’t know where to begin? Are you afraid of color? By learning the simple elements and principles of design, mixed in with a little color theory, you can gain the confidence you need to tackle your latest design dilemma! Instructor: Lindsay Winkler, professional interior design consultant and instructor. 8 weeks. ID# 1649.101 9/26 – 11/14 FEE: $129 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday Pioneer, Room D115
This Holiday: Decorate NEW! Like a Professional The holidays are stressful enough without having to worry about the decorations! Decorate in a jiffy with the look of a professional. Discover easy tree design techniques, how to take the décor into other rooms of the home without breaking the bank, and thinking outside the box using items you may already have. You can even translate these techniques and tips into décor for other holidays by simply changing the theme! Make this year's holiday season stress free, take this class! Instructor: Lindsay Winkler, professional interior design consultant and instructor. 1 class. ID# 1650.101 11/12 FEE: $35 10:00 AM – 12 Noon
Saturday Pioneer, Room E107
Languages Languages Persons ages 14 & up are welcome to enroll unless otherwise stated
Spanish Ages 18-Adult. Instructor: Clara I. Gonzalez. Text: Level 1 & 2: La Cartilla $15 available from instructor in class ID# 1509.101 FEE: $119 ID# 1509.102 FEE: $119
LEVEL 1 9/26 – 11/14 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM LEVEL 2 9/27 – 11/15 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Monday CAB, Room B Tuesday CAB, Room C
ID# 1510.101 FEE: $119 ID# 1510.102 FEE: $119
LEVEL 1 9/26 – 11/14 6:30PM – 8:00PM LEVEL 2 9/27 – 11/15 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday Pioneer, Room D 113 Tuesdsay Pioneer, Room D113
Spanish Review & Conversation Instructor: Clara I. Gonzalez. Pre-requisite: Lev. 2 or teacher permission. Concentrate on speaking and listening skills including vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. This class is a good bridge between Lev. 2 & 3. ID# 1508.101 FEE: $119
9/29 – 11/17 Thursday 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CAB, Room C
ID# 1508.102 FEE: $119
9/29 – 11/17 Thursday 6:00 PM – 7:25 PM Pioneer, Room D113
La Tertulia Read and discuss literature in Spanish. Prerequisite: Level 3 or teacher permission. Book: TBA ID# 1511.101 FEE: $119
9/29 – 11/17 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday Pioneer, Room D113
Italian Instructor: Heidi Benson Text: 30 Days to Great Italian. ID# 1516.101 LEVEL 1 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday ID# 1516.102 LEVEL 2 9/29 – 11/17 Thursday FEE: $119 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Pioneer, Room D111
Japanese Instructor: Kiyoe Ise. Text: Japanese for Busy People Revised Edition ID# 1514.101 LEVEL 1 9/26 – 11/14 Monday ID# 1514.102 LEVEL 2 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $119 7:00 PM – 8:30PM Pioneer, Room D205
French Instructor: Marian Laughlin Text: 30 Days to Great French (Lev.1 & 2 only) ID# 1512.101 LEVEL 1 9/26 – 11/14 Monday FEE: $119 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Pioneer, Room D211 ID# 1512.102 LEVEL 2 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $119 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Pioneer, Room D211 ID# 1512.103 LEVEL 3 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $119 7:35 PM – 9:05 PM Pioneer, Room D211
American Sign Language Instructor: Brooke Germansky, MS American School for Deaf. Text: Learning American Sign Language: Levels I & II by Tom L. Humphries and Carol A. Padden. ID# 1542.101 LEVEL 1 9/27 – 11/15 FEE: $119 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ID# 1542.102 LEVEL 3 9/27 – 11/15 FEE: $119 7:35 PM – 9:05 PM
Tuesday Pioneer, Room D207 Tuesday Pioneer, Room D207
Chinese Characters for Beginners
NEW!
Chinese characters have their own stories to tell. Discover the origins of each character. Knowing the basic radicals, meanings, and cultural background of each character makes it easier to remember. This class is especially helpful when taken in tandem with a Chinese language course, however no prior knowledge of Chinese language is required. Instructor: Alice Chang, native speaker. This class is especially helpful when taken in tandem with a Chinese language course. ID# 1505.101 9/26 – 11/14 FEE: $119 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday Pioneer, Room D207
Private lessons are available for all levels. ID# 1504.101 4 hours minimum FEE: $159 ID# 1504.102 Additional hour FEE: $40
ESL
Students receive a certificate at the end of the class
4 Skills Beginners through intermediate level students improve their English through speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension. Text: TBA in class. Instructor: Stephanie Wichmann, MA. 5 weeks. ID# 1538.101 Beginning 9/27 – 10/27 Tues,Thurs ID# 1538.102 Intermediate 11/1 – 12/8 Tues,Thurs FEE: $119 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CAB, Room C ID# 1539.101 Beginning 9/27 – 10/27 Tues,Thurs ID# 1539.102 Intermediate 11/1 - 12/8 Tues,Thurs FEE: $119 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Pioneer, Rm 115
American English Pronunciation Work on your American English pronunciation to improve your spoken communication in daily-life situations. This new skill will build your confidence in the workplace, social situations and on the telephone. Sounds, rhythm and intonation of spoken English are practiced. American idioms and how they fit into cultural speech are also explored. Open to beginning and intermediate students. Instructor: Stephanie Wichmann, MA. 5 weeks. ID# 1537.101 9/30 – 10/28 ID# 1537.102 11/4 – 12/9 FEE: $59 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Friday Friday CAB, Room C
ID# 1535.101 9/27 – 10/27 ID# 1535.102 11/1 – 12/8 FEE: $119 7:35 PM – 9:05 PM
Tuesday, Thursday Tuesday, Thursday Pioneer, Room D115
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Personal Enrichment
Meet the Teacher! Frances Kai-Hwa Wang
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
How To Get Where You Want To Be
NEW!
Creating an extraordinary life requires intention, focus, strategy, action, and support. If you have a gap between where you are today and where you want to be, this session will help you bridge that gap and produce positive results in your life and career through a proprietary 5-step process. Instructor: Jennifer Bailey, Life Coach & Speaker. 2 classes.
Frances is a secondgeneration Chinese American from California who now divides her time between Michigan and the Big Island of Hawaii. She is a popular speaker on Asian Pacific American and multicultural issues.
ID# 1682.101 9/27 – 10/4 Tuesday FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212
5 Habits for an Organized Office
NEW!
Is that information you need buried under the pile of paper on your desk? Can't locate that email that has the address for your next appointment? Whether your office is at home or part of a small business or corporate building you can benefit from these 5 simple habits. Keep your office organized for optimal efficiency. Take less time and get more done! Instructor: Carolyn Anderson-Fermann, Simply Organized Life. 1 class. ID# 1615.101 10/28 FEE: $25 10:00 AM - 12 Noon
Friday Rec&Ed Conference
Improvisation for Non-Actors Improvisation is not only for comedians and actors. This skill can help you in music, teaching, business presentations and more. Experience a variety of improvisational games and exercises in a supportive atmosphere that are designed to encourage creativity and innovation. Hone your skill and just have fun! Instructor: Mike Fedel, MA. 6 weeks. ID# 1631.101 10/4 – 11/8 ID# 1631.102 10/12 – 11/16 FEE: $79 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday Wednesday Pioneer, Room D117
Genealogy: Climbing Your Family Tree Are you related to some important historical figure? What "black sheep" are lurking in the background of your family tree? Build your family tree as you discover how to gather basic information, locate public records, and navigate Internet resources. The instructor has a passion for genealogy and has been researching her own family for years. Learn how to overcome obstacles and avoid common pitfalls as she guides you through your research project. Instructor: Katherine Willson. 8 weeks. ID# 1656.101 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $79 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Pioneer, Room D209
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Chinese Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
NEW!
The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival is one of the most important holidays in the Chinese calendar. It celebrates the end of the harvest season when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. Embrace the history and traditions, learn about and taste moon cakes, hear stories of the Moon Lady and the Jade Rabbit, and complete a Chinese paper cutting craft. (Appropriate for all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult). 1 class. ID# 1623.101 FEE: $35 ID# 1623.102 FEE: $59
9/21: INDIVIDUAL Wednesday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM King, Media Center 9/21: FAMILY OF 4 Wednesday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM King, Media Center
Beyond Tiger Mothering
NEW!
Understand hands-on strategies for preparing your children for the 21st century and a global market. Raise confident children with cultural sensitivity, languages, positive self-esteem, and math skills. Discover effective techniques for instilling your academic and cultural values while making your child believe that being different is “cool”. 1 class. ID# 1622.101 10/12 Wednesday FEE: $29 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM King, Media Center
Multicultural Toolbox
NEW!
Strategies for Raising Bilingual Children with Culture and Pride How do you teach your children about their cultural heritage? Discover tools, strategies, and resources you can use to build positive self-esteem and ethnic identity. Incorporate the teaching of culture and values into everyday life in America and prepare your children for racism. Explore the importance of teaching your child two or three languages. 1 class. ID# 1624.101 11/2 Wednesday FEE: $29 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM King, Media Center
Games
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Mah-Jongg Ages 12-Adult. This game is so much fun it is addictive! Discover a simplified version of this ancient Chinese game that resembles gin rummy but uses colorful tiles instead of cards. The game requires skill, strategy, and calculations. Instructor: Stuart Baggaley. 4 weeks. ID# 1625.101 10/5 – 10/26 Wednesday FEE: $49 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Rec&Ed Lounge
Bridge For Beginners Bridge has been called the world’s greatest card game. Players return to the table time and again for the mental challenge, the competition, and the company of others who share their love of the game. Learn basic bidding in the Standard American system with modern treatments. Instructor: Ray Gentz. 10 weeks. ID# 1634.101 9/27 – 11/29 Tuesday FEE: $109 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Rec&Ed Conference
Dog Agility Training Have some fun and enhance your relationship with your dog. Experience an introduction to the performance and handling of all equipment and obstacles used in dog agility. Safety of dog and handler and a positive reinforcement environment are maintained. Class work will be appropriate to the experience level of each participant. Dogs will remain on leash in this class. Dogs must be at least 3 months old, socialized with other dogs, and have all veterinary recommended vaccinations to attend. Please state breed, age, and name of dog at time of registration. Instructor: Debbie Harrison, Agility Synergy, LLC. 6 weeks. ID# 1612.101 10/13 - 11/17 FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday Copper Leaf Crossing
Dog Training with Michelle McCarthy Dog Training Fundamentals 1 Whether your dog is 10 weeks old or 10 years old, a well-trained dog makes a pleasant companion. This unique class combines puppies and adult dogs to teach obedience using positive reinforcement clicker training methods. All dogs must be comfortable around strange dogs and people. There will be off leash playtime for puppies at the end of each class. Instructor: Michelle McCarthy, K9 Home Schooling. 6 weeks. ID# 1601.101 6:15PM – 7:15PM ID# 1601.102 7:30PM – 8:30PM FEE: $125 9/28 – 11/2
Wednesday Wednesday Abbot, Gym
Charm School for Dogs Want to own the perfectly charming dog? This workshop focuses on modifying problem behaviors you may be experiencing with your dog. You learn calming techniques, socialization strategies, how to deal with over excitement, timid reactions, excessive barking, jumping on people and much more. Dogs and their owners must have completed Pup Start or Dog Training 1 or have prior instructor approval to enroll in this class. THIS CLASS IS NOT FOR DOGS THAT HAVE SHOWN AGGRESSION TOWARDS PEOPLE OR OTHER DOGS. Instructor: Michelle Mc Carthy, K9 Home Schooling. 3 weeks. ID# 1607.101 11/16 – 12/7 FEE: $75 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
Pawsitive Comfort
Wednesday Abbot, Gym
NEW!
SPECIAL DOGS FOR SPECIAL KIDS – FREE Social Support Therapy Dogs are life changing for children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities or chronic health conditions. They are often partnered with clinicians in a variety of medical settings where they can improve therapy outcomes. For the special needs child these dogs offer companionship, emotional support, encourage social interaction with others, encourage exercise, and teach responsibility and empathy. Discover how a therapy trained dog might improve your child's life. Presenters: Michelle McCarthy, trainer of therapy dogs and Dr. Mark Bowers, pediatric psychologist. 1 class. ID# 1603.101 9/13 FEE: FREE 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday WISD, Vogel Room
Join Us for Adult Team Sports Baseball
Rec&Ed adult sports programs offer adults living or working in the Ann Arbor area a great opportunity Basketball to stay fit, socialize and have a great time using city-owned parks and school facilities for their Kickball recreational needs. All leagues are set up by skill Softball level to maintain parity and make for more evenly Pickleball balanced contests. Volleyball
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Art
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Jewelry & Metal Working BEGINNING & CONTINUING Jewelry Designer and Metalsmith Idelle Hammond Sass will teach you to make jewelry that is polished, riveted or textured by etching and roller printing. You will be introduced to jewelry tools such as the flex shaft, disc cutters, a hydraulic press, torches and hammers. Using brass, copper and silver, you will design and make several pieces including a formed cuff bracelet in copper. Continuing students will be introduced to new techniques such as sweat soldering and stone setting. No scholarships or discounts accepted for this class, with the exception of BOEs. 8 weeks. ID# 2166.101 FEE: $279
9/27-11/15 Tuesday 6:30 PM-9:00 PM Idelle’s Studio
ID# 2166.102 FEE: $279
9/29-11/17 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Thursday Idelle’s Studio
Ceramics Grades 7-Adult. Learn techniques of tile making, slab construction, sculpture, press molding, wheel throwing, coiling, extrusions, and glazes. Students may create 5-6 medium to large pieces. Beginning and continuing students welcome in any class. Open studio on Fridays 7:00 PM-9:00 PM is available for any currently enrolled student to finish projects started in class. Scholarship recipients pay $55 (adult); $50 (youth); Seniors and 50% scholarship recipients pay $173. Instructor: William Schultz. 10 weeks. FEE: $295 Location: CAB CLASS ID#
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DATE
TIME
2198.101
Sunday
9/25 – 11/27
12 Noon – 3:00 PM
2198.102
Tuesday
9/27 – 11/28
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
2198.103
Thursday
9/29 – 11/30
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
2198.104 Friday 9/30 – 12/2 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
SEE PAGE 45 FOR PARENT/CHILD CERAMICS.
Altered Scrapbooking
ID# 2120.101 10/2 – 10/16 Sunday FEE: $55 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Pioneer, Room E105
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9/24 – 11/12 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
ID# 2180.101 10/18 – 11/8 FEE: $189 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday Pioneer, Room E101
Introduction to Furnace Glass Blowing Get a taste of what it’s like to study furnace glass working in this introductory class. Using a steel rod, you learn to draw molten glass from a furnace, add color and manipulate the shape to form beautiful paperweights, drawer pulls, bottle stoppers and small vessels. You can expect to make 2 to 8 pieces per week depending on complexity. Instructor Annette Baron has 20 years of experience creating glass art. No scholarships or discounts accepted for this class, with the exception of BOE’s. 4 weeks. ID# 2138.101 9/24 – 10/15 FEE: $299 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday Baron Glassworks
ID# 2138.102 FEE: $299
Saturday Baron Glassworks
10/29 – 11/19 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fused and Slump Glass Using plate glass and an extensive color palette, you will fuse and mold them together. Annette Baron will teach you how to melt wine bottles to make a cheese tray. Make up to four original pieces: a hanging tile, bowl, platter, or other idea that sparks your interest. Safety glasses are required. Material fee of $20 is payable to instructor at first class. 4 weeks. ID# 2138.103 9/25 – 10/16 Sunday FEE: $189 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Baron Glassworks
SEE PAGE 20 FOR CRASH GLASS MOSAICS.
Make stylish cards for upcoming holidays! Join Katherine Willson for lots of fun creating new card designs each week. Explore a wide variety of beginning and intermediate techniques such as the use of handmade specialty papers, rubber stamps, embossing powders, die cutting machines, and your own photos. See receipt for supply list. 10 weeks. ID# 2156.101 9/29 – 12/8 FEE: $105 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday CAB, Room C
Mixed-Media Paper Arts
NEW!
Refresh, recycle and refurbish! Turn something old into something new. Find a piece of furniture in your basement or garage and create a whimsical masterpiece. The finished piece will be a unique addition to your home décor. A materials fee of $5 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Additional supply list will be given. Instructor: Crystal Westfield. 8 weeks. ID# 2194.101 FEE: $115
Would you like to make a stained glass panel for your home? You are introduced to the copper foil technique of stained glass and learn basic steps to create your own work of art. During the first class, you build a sun catcher and over the following weeks, a stained glass panel. No prior experience necessary. Materials and tools will be provided. Instructor: Connie Carello. 4 weeks.
Holiday Greeting Cards
NEW!
Keep the memories alive of the people and things you love the most! This class is scrapbooking in the 3-D form. You will create a unique exploding box, a blooming album, matchbox cards, and holiday cards. This workshop will teach you how to think outside of the page protector, experiment with layers and make the most out of all your supplies. Instructor: Crystal Westfield. 3 classes.
Painted Furniture
Stained Glass
Saturday Pioneer, Room E105
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Local artist Katherine Willson offers fun and playful evenings filled with hands-on demonstrations of a wide variety of mixed-media art techniques. In these stress-free sessions, students will experiment with the many different materials and techniques used in paper arts projects such as artist trading cards, altered books, collage, and book making. A $15 materials fee paid to the instructor at the first class. 10 weeks. ID# 2136.101 9/28 – 12/7 FEE: $105 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM
Wednesday CAB, Room B
Watercolor: Beginning
Acrylic Painting Beginner and Continuing
Explore a variety of techniques using this dynamic medium. Challenge your mind while developing a solid foundation in watercolor painting. In each class, the instructor introduces a new watercolor technique and design concepts such as color integration, tonal contrast and composition. A $20 materials fee is payable to instructor at the first class. See receipt for additional supply list. Instructor: Jennifer Wolf. 10 weeks.
Acrylic paint was introduced in the 1950s and since then has dominated the arts. It has been accepted by artists as a viable alternative to oil paint. It is extremely versatile and fast-drying Beginner students will learn basic painting techniques, color theory, and color mixing. Continuing students will further understand mixed media applications, abstract painting techniques, mixing colors, and advanced color theory. Instructor: Mary Thiefels. 10 weeks.
ID# 2182.101 9/29 – 12/8 FEE: $139 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday CAB, Room B
Watercolor: Continuing Join other watercolor students as you work on independent projects in a supportive, encouraging environment. Instructor offers guidance as needed, including technical help, problem solving, and goal setting. Participants must have completed one semester of beginning instruction or the equivalent and be able to work independently. Instructor: Jennifer Wolf. 10 weeks. ID# 2182.102 FEE: $139
9/29 – 12/8 Thursday 12:15 PM – 2:15 PM CAB, Room B
Monday CAB, Room B
Painting with Oil Pastels You can achieve beautiful effects with oil pastel by mixing, blending, and layering colors. Oil pastels have a wide range of beautiful colors to work with. Compared with traditional pastels, which are harder and have a chalk-like consistency, oil pastels are soft, oily and are a more "painterly" medium. Learn Oil Pastel techniques and apply them to painting landscapes, animals, and portraits. Materials cost of $15 will be payable to instructor at class. Instructor: Andrea Inostroza. 10 weeks. ID# 2152.101 9/27 – 11/29 Tuesday FEE: $139 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CAB, Room B
Watercolor: Outdoors Enjoy fall colors with this 4-session workshop. Intermediate to experienced painters welcome. Class will meet outdoors in easily accessible locations in the Ann Arbor area. Instructor: Jennifer Wolf. 4 classes. ID# 2182.103 9/12 – 9/21 FEE: $55 10:00 AM – 12 Noon
ID# 2188.101 9/26 – 11/28 FEE: $189 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday & Wednesday Meet at County Farm Park
Learn to Draw: Beginning and Continuing Instructor Crystal Westfield gently introduces you to basic drawing techniques. You will explore line, shape, tone, texture, perspective, and composition. All skill levels are welcome. Continuing students work on how to draw light, shadows, and texture in portraits, interiors, and landscapes. 10 weeks. ID# 2186.101 9/26 – 12/5 FEE: $139 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday Pioneer, Room E105
Creative Drawing with Colored Pencil Join Barbara Goodsitt, professional illustrator and member of the Colored Pencil Society of America, as she shows you how to create stunning paintings from the point of a pencil with this versatile medium You learn basic techniques and explore the creative possibilities of colored pencils when blended with mixed media. 6 weeks. ID# 2118.101 9/27 – 11/1 Tuesday FEE: $85 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM CAB, Room B
“Barbara Goodsitt is sensitive to personal preferences, flexible and encouraging.” A class participant
Life Drawing
NEW!
Ages 18-Adult. Life Drawing also called Figure drawing, is drawing the naked human form. Figure drawing has been the cornerstone of artistic training. Focusing on the human figure will train your brain to be able to draw almost anything. You will develop your hand-eye abilities as you draw with pencil and pastels. This class is for you if you are just beginning or an experienced artist. A model fee of $35 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: well known artist Carlye Crisler. 10 weeks. ID# 2190.101 10/5 – 12/14 Wednesday FEE: $189 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room E101
Costume Drawing
NEW!
It’s always fun to draw the figure, but in this class you will add hats, dresses, and flourishes of colorful ruffles and fabric to the model. This adds a sophisticated dimension to your figure drawing. Any experience level is welcome. A model fee of $35 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: well known artist Carlye Crisler. 10 weeks.
CARLYE CRISLER SELF-PORTRAIT
ID# 2190.102 10/6 – 12/15 Thursday FEE: $189 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room E101
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Art Classes with Susan Wright
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Needlefelting Frenzy
Yarn Play: Knit or Crochet
Ages 18-Adult. The stress-relieving benefits of needlefelting are amazing! Explore vast possibilities by using materials such as wool roving and fleece, yarn, felted wool sweaters and recycled wool clothing. Hand-held single and multi-needle holders will be used as well the Instructor’s needle felting machines to make a variety of decorative or wearable items. No experience is necessary. Scholarship recipients pay $30. Senior discount and 50% scholarship recipients pay $47. 5 weeks.
Ages 18-Adult. Do you need a refresher for turning yarn into a functional object or do you want to learn the basic techniques? Learn how to knit or crochet, read a pattern, expand your stitch repertoire, practice increase and decrease methods, or simply get the instruction that will assist you with your chosen project. See receipt for list of materials. 10 weeks.
ID# 2181.101 9/24 – 10/22 Saturday FEE: $69 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Wright Studio
Holiday Gift Making Extravaganza
NEW!
Ages 18-Adult. This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to utilize every resource possible to make as many gifts as you can in the most amazing art studio in Michigan! The possibilities include glass ornaments, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. No experience is necessary. . 3 classes. ID# 2181.102 11/5 – 11/26 Saturday FEE: $115 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Wright Studio
Crash Glass Mosaics
NEW!
Ages 18-Adult. Experiment with this fascinating material and its endless possibilities! These mosaics will be made from broken Safety or Tempered Glass which have thin fracture lines running through them that creates the distinctive look. The glass is clear so the mosaic is made interesting by a variety of unusual techniques. All supplies will be provided. 7 weeks. ID# 2181.103 12/6 – 1/18 Tues & Wed FEE: $165 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Wright Studio
SEE PAGE 18 FOR MORE GLASS CLASSES.
ID# 2161.101 FEE: $119
9/20 – 11/22 Tuesday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Wright Studio
ID# 2161.102 FEE: $119
9/22 – 12/1 Thursday 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Wright Studio
Mosaic Mania Ages 18-Adult. Immerse yourself in the artist’s studio where “tons” of colorful ceramic, glass, and granite fragments await your hand to transform them into a mirror, wall hanging or flower pot. You work with ceramic tiles, marble, granite, pottery, dishes and glass, embedding the tesserae directly into mortar, then grouting to fill in the gaps. Scholarship recipients pay $60. Senior discount and 50% scholarship recipients pay $152 ; (Sec 102 $127). 8-10 weeks. ID# 2132.101 FEE: $249
9/19 – 11/21 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday Wright Studio
ID# 2132.102 FEE: $199
9/20 – 11/8 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Tuesday Wright Studio
ID# 2132.103 FEE: $249
9/22 – 12/1 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday Wright Studio
ID# 2132.104 FEE: $249
9/25 – 12/4 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday Wright Studio
“Excellent instructor, a wealth of expertise” A Class Participant
Girls Nite Out Ages 18-Adult. Join the fun and laughter in this congenial group setting and create unique works of art. Try something different each week! Explore finger painting, beading, Dipsy Doodles, block printing, mosaic, dye transfer on fabric and more. New projects are introduced each term. Scholarship recipients pay $44. Senior discount and 50% scholarship recipients pay $89. 10 weeks. ID# 2128.101 FEE: $139
9/21 – 11/23 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday Wright Studio
“Susan is much fun and the women involved are so great” A Class Participant
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SUSAN WRIGHT WITH PARTICIPANT
Textiles Quilting 101
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
NEW!
Master the time-honored tradition of quilting. Your instructor will guide you through every step of the way as you build a small, machinesewn quilt in the “Hearts and Stars” pattern. Learn how to properly cut shapes, layer and bind. Materials list on receipt. Machines provided. Prerequisite: Know how to use sewing machine and sew a straight seam. Instructor: Benedette Palazzola. 5 weeks. ID# 1752.101 10/4 – 11/1 FEE: $89 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Embroidery Designs
Tuesday Tappan, Room 374
NEW!
Embroidery with a modern twist. You will be taught basic stitches and tricks that make your piece look more complicated than it actually is. Projects range from hoop embroidery projects, tribal necklaces, note cards, French knots, sunburst pillows, and tea towels. Materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: Sheila Nicholas. 7 weeks.
Sew it Up! Did you know that sewing is good for you, mentally and physically? Sewing allows you to relax from the everyday pressures of life. It enhances your self-esteem when you demonstrate your creativity. Create simple projects and learn to read and use patterns, safely use sewing machines, and develop basic sewing skills. Continuing students are welcome to enroll and build on their basic skills Sewing machines provided. You provide the fabric, scissors, pins and pattern. Materials list on the receipt. Instructor: Anne Reinstein, owner of All Sewn Up! 6 weeks. ID# 1749.101 10/6 – 11/10 FEE: $149 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
ID# 2174.101 FEE: $65
9/28 – 11/9 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday CAB, Room C
Wood
ID# 2174.102 FEE: $65
9/28 – 11/9 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday CAB, Room C
Woodworking With Power
Digital Silk Painting A 3,000-year-old tradition meets 21st century technology. Print and paint onto lustrous silk. Experiment with physical and virtual layering and learn to mount and mat your work for framing. No silk painting experience is needed; recent working knowledge of Photoshop, or Photoshop Elements is necessary. A laptop is helpful, otherwise bring copies of your images on CD or SD card. Materials fee of $35 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: Nancy Mckay. 4 classes. ID# 2171.101 10/26 – 11/16 FEE: $95 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday Pattengill, Art Room
Sumptuous Silk Scarves Witness the magic of fine French dyes flowing over the surface of silk. Learn fun and easy ways to create 3 stunning scarves. Pattern them with Shibori (Japanese tie dye), Shaving Cream, and a few other surprise ingredients. A $20 materials fee is payable to instructor at first class. Fee includes 3 oblong scarves. Instructor: Nancy Mckay is a well-known local artist with a strong knowledge in silk painting and textile art. See receipt for additional information. 3 classes. ID# 2171.102 9/27 – 10/11 Tuesday FEE: $79 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pattengill, Art Room ID# 2171.103 10/13 – 10/27 FEE: $79 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday Pattengill, Art Room
“Nancy’s laid back approach helped everyone achieve success.” A Class Participant
Thursday Tappan, Room 374
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Have you always wanted to try working with wood but were intimidated by the power tools you have to use? This class is an introduction to woodworking and the safe use of various power tools used in the creation of wood projects. Start with a simple toolbox and move on to a small table. All the tools and safety goggles will be provided. Students should bring wood remnants to the first class. Instructor: Mark Williams. 8 weeks. ID# 1711.101 9/28 – 11/16 FEE: $149 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday Tappan, Room 191
Hand Tool Woodworking Imagine woodworking without the noise and intimidation of power tools. Work with the instructor to identify your project and design. Learn common joinery methods including mortise, tenon, and dovetail joints. Traditional layout techniques employing gauges and dividers will be employed. Joints will be cut with backsaws, planes, and chisels. Use the tools provided or bring your own. Projects might include: making your own tools and toolbox, a workbench, or small piece of furniture. Instructor: Jamey Armine, member SE Michigan Woodworkers Club. 8 weeks. ID# 1709.101 9/27 – 11/15 FEE: $149 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday Tappan, Room 191
Woodworking Open Lab This class provides supervised access to the woodworking lab for experienced students. You will work independently on a project of your choice. Bring all of your own materials to class. A working knowledge of the power tools used in woodworking is expected Supervisor: Joe Kyle, experienced woodcrafter. 10 weeks. ID# 1713.101 9/29 – 12/8 FEE: $99 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday Tappan, Room 191
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Drama Acting Workshop
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
NEW!
Join veteran actor Russell Rabb as he shares over 10 years of experience. This class provides you with a foundation used by many actors in the business today. The audition is most important when securing any acting role, in theatre, film, commercials, and voice overs. Students will learn basic do's and don'ts and how to prepare for a successful audition. Beginners and experts are welcome. 7 weeks. ID# 2310.101 10/12 – 11/30 Wednesday FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM REC&ED Conference Room
Stand-Up Comedy 101&102: Individuals with a good sense of humor, an open mind, and an itch in their funny bone, will appreciate this class. Comedy 101, student yucksters will learn how to write jokes, where to find material, stage presence, valuable techniques and endless tricks of the trade. You will walk away ready to step on any stage or at least be the funniest person at the water cooler. No experience necessary to join this class of wild n' crazies. Comedy 102 is designed to help you achieve excellence on stage and write killer material. Taught by seasoned professional standup comedian and actor Russell Rabb. 8 weeks. ID# 2314.101 10/3 – 11/28 FEE: $139 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Monday: Comedy 101 REC&ED Conference Room
ID# 2314.102 10/3 – 11/28 FEE: $149 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Monday: Comedy 102 REC&ED Conference Room
“My confidence increased and I learned in a supportive environment how to grow from my mistakes. I would highly recommend the class” Ellen Shannon
Cinema Club Mad about movies? Join our friendly film discussion group and share your enthusiasm! You'll see contemporary dramas, comedies and even documentaries -- including foreign films and independent American movies -- and participate in illuminating discussions led by your instructor. No need to be an expert; everyone is welcome! Explore story, technique and meaning. Class fee includes cost of tickets. Scholarship recipients pay $43; Seniors pay $69. Instructor: Mark Ziemba, former editor of Current Arts and Entertainment magazine. 6 weeks. ID# 2308.101 9/14 – 10/19 Wednesday FEE: $99 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM Michigan Theater ID# 2308.102 11/2 – 12/14 Wednesday FEE: $99 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM Michigan Theater
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Movie Night: Billy Wilder’s Lost Weekends
NEW!
Was Billy Wilder a clever screenwriter, a prolific film director or an unblinking observer? He penned the perfect comedy in "Some Like It Hot," but he also explored sexism ("The Apartment"), addiction ("Lost Weekend"), celebrity ("Sunset Boulevard"), the media ("Ace in the Hole") and cheating ("Double Indemnity"). As part of an ongoing film series, the instructor provides useful background, screens choice films and hosts fascinating discussions about story, technique and meaning. Instructor Andy Jentzen is a Detroit Second City graduate, improvisational comedian, director and actor. 6 weeks. ID#2315.101 9/15 – 10/20 Thursday FEE: $85 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Pioneer, Room D 203
Movie Night: Screen Sirens I
NEW!
Classic Hollywood has given us glamorous actresses with beauty, wit and style. Each week we'll enjoy a different blonde bombshell in one of her best films, including Marilyn Monroe in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes," Jean Harlow in "Libeled Lady" and Grace Kelly in "To Catch a Thief." As part of an ongoing film series, the instructor provides useful background, screens choice films and hosts fascinating discussions about story, technique and meaning. Instuctor Anne Rhoades is a Performance Network theater instructor and Brass Tacks theater ensemble member. 6 weeks. ID# 2315.102 11/3 – 12/15 FEE: $85 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Thursday Pioneer, Room D203
Literary Arts Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Writing From Your Dreams
NEW!
Format
ONE-DAY WORKSHOP Your dreams provide a wealth of potential material to enhance your writing. Translate your dreams into stories, poetry or plays. Discover ways you can induce a dreamlike state when awake. Exercises will include interactive group writing, sparking creativity from each others' dreams and creating a collective work. Feel free to bring props from your other creative endeavors (ie. visual arts or acoustical instruments.) Instructor: Irena Nagler, Hopwood Award winner. 1 class. ID# 1710.101 10/12 Wednesday FEE: $35 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM CAB, Room C ID# 1710.102 11/2 FEE: $35 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday Northside, Media Ctr.
Publish Locally, Get Read Globally Do you have a story, poem, or book sitting in your drawer or the back of your mind? Learn local options for publishing online and on paper. Explore the best fit for your creative piece, how to most effectively submit your work to local editors, and how to determine the popularity of an online publication. You will also receive an excellent list of local online and paper publications. Instructor: Debbie Eisenberg Merion, M.S.W., is an award-winning author, writing consultant and college English instructor. 1 class. ID# 1707.101 11/22 Tuesday FEE: $35 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room E107
Literary Arts Continued Your Life As Story
Music Continued
Your written story validates and celebrates who you are. Discover where to begin, what to write about and when to include dialogue. Explore if, when and how to publish your life story. This is a wonderful class, whether you have never written or are looking for a creative boost. Instructor: Pat Kuessner, teacher, writer, editor, publisher. 4 weeks. ID# 1708.101 10/26 – 11/16 Wednesday FEE: $79 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CAB, Room B
"Pat K. always encourages us to write more & read our stories to classmates. This is the fourth time for me." T. Fournier
Creative Writing Workshop NEW NIGHT! NEW LOCATION! Inspiration is contagious! Share your unique voice with other like-minded writers to generate new ideas or support your work in progress. Brush up on your writing techniques as you explore creative fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, and other student driven topics each week. Resources and in-class writing exercises will get your creative juices flowing. Open to writers at every level. Instructor: Susan Ashmore, M.A. 8 weeks. ID# 1726.101 9/27 – 11/15 FEE: $119 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Finish Your Fiction
Tuesday Tappan, Media Center
NEW!
Stalled with your short story? Can't get past the first five chapters of your book? Or maybe you need to rewrite but want the support and encouragement of fellow writers? Bring your work-in-progress to brainstorm, set realistic goals and write, write, write. Benefit from the feedback of your fellow writers and finally bring that story closer to a reality. Instructor: Susan Ashmore, M.A. 8 weeks. ID# 1705.101 FEE: $119
9/29 – 11/17 Thursday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tappan, Media Center
Vocal Music Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Fundamentals of Singing Are you a singer who would like to improve your voice? Do you run out of breath, strain on high notes, or feel you don't have enough control? Breath, resonance, pitch, and diction will be studied and applied to a variety of musical genres to help you meet your individual vocal goals in a small group, supportive atmosphere. The ADVANCED class is performance oriented. Singers prepare a song to perform for the class each week for critique. Materials fee: $15 due to instructor at first class. Instructor: Kelly Close, MA, VMTR has over 25 years experience performing and teaching a wide variety of genres. 8 weeks. ID# 1740.101 9/27 – 11/15 FEE: $129 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: Beginning AA Open @ Mack, Music Room
ID# 1740.102 9/27 – 11/15 FEE: $129 7:40 PM – 9:10 PM
Tuesday: Advanced AA Open @ Mack, Music Room
Civic Chorus - Fall Ann Arbor Civic Chorus is for adult singers with previous choral experience who want to rediscover the joy of making music with others. The Chorus sings musical selections from the classical, pop, jazz, folk, Broadway, and modern styles and performs two concerts annually. Members of the Chorus will tour Salzburg, Austria and Tuebingen, Germany in the summer of 2012. This tour is not a requirement for participation in the Chorus. New to the Chorus? Email lindajones4@mac. com. Concert- 12/11. Scholarship recipients pay $30. Musical Director: Linda Jones. 13 weeks ID# 1770.101 9/12 – 12/5 FEE: $109 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sound Singing Workshop
Monday Skyline, Choral Room
NEW!
Expressing yourself through your voice can be a joyful experience, however many retreat to a place of inner terror when asked to speak or sing publicly. Discover how to fall in love with your own voice. The instructor will lead you through a series of sounding experiences in this yoga inspired workshop. Overcome your fears and self judgment to sing songs with the group which will fill your heart with laughter and love. Instructor: Jody Tull. 3 weeks. ID# 1751.101 9/17 - 10/1 ID# 1751.102 10/22 – 11/5 ID# 1751.103 11/19 – 12/3 FEE: $49 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bicycle Choir
Saturday Saturday Saturday Be in Awe Studio
NEW!
Love bicycling? Love to sing (not necessarily at the same time)? The Ann Arbor Bicycle Choir is for you. The group performs several times a year at events that relate to bicycling, green transportation, sustainable communities, or health. Songs are set to familiar melodies and sung in 3 or 4-part harmony. Group singing experience is helpful but not necessary. The core mission of the group is to promote bicycling and have fun. Rehearsals take place once a week with sporadic performances throughout the year. Director: TBA. 10 weeks. ID# 1775.101 9/28 – 12/7 FEE: $69 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday Slauson, Choral Room
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Instrumental Music Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
MusIQ Club: Beginning Piano
Beginning Guitar Grades 9-Adult. -Want to play the guitar? No previous musical experience required. Learn chords, charts and tablature. Strumming patterns are also covered. You will leave this class knowing a few chords and able to play a few songs. This is a great introduction to this popular musical instrument. Bring your guitar to the first class. Guitar rental is available – call Karen at 734-665-0375. Instructor: Alex Johnson. 4 weeks. ID# 1754.101 10/8 – 10/29 Saturday FEE: $79 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM Ann Arbor Music Center
Electric Blues Jam Intensive blues study for anyone with basic skills (or greater) on Guitar, Bass, Keyboards, Drums, Harmonica or Saxophone. During this weekly, 90-minute session students discover the fundamentals, origins and many variations of the blues. Each class will have time devoted to guided listening, videos of live performances and of course playing. The main goal of this course is to form a band, learn and rehearse a set of classic blues tunes and prepare for performance. Instructor: Dave Sharp. 4 weeks. ID# 1755.101 9/27 - 10/18 Tuesday FEE: $119 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Ann Arbor Music Center
Instant Piano Grades 9 - Adult. In just 3 hours you can learn to play the piano! This fast-start method uses chords so after just one session you will know enough to play several simple pop tunes. Take home a practice CD and workbook so you can continue to perfect the technique at home. If you can find middle C on the piano keyboard you are ready to take this class. Instructor: Michael Glenn, Just Once Classes. 1 class. ID# 1750.101 11/2 FEE: $35 6:00 PM – 9:15 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room E107
Grades 9 - Adult. Learn one of music's deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on sheet music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing-all expressed in everyday language. Open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Materials fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for workbook and practice DVD. Instructor: Michael Glenn, Just Once Classes. 1 class. 11/9 6:00 PM – 9:15 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room E107
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"This was a great class. I enjoyed the visual as well as auditory music scenes." V. Gaynor
Meet the New Teacher! Kevin Devine Kevin is an experienced entertainer and award winning song writer.
Songwriter's Boot Camp
Play by Ear
ID# 1750.102 FEE: $35
Grades 6 – Adult. Discover a fun, new, iinnovative approach to learning to play piano! This class features individualized instruction in a group setting, using computer technology connected to electronic piano keyboards. You progress from level to level at your own pace, learning to play the piano with both hands, read music, improvise and compose. An experienced music teacher will guide you through the training in a small group class. This class is fun, self-paced and open to students with little or no musical background. Instructor: Warren McArthur, MA 7 weeks. ID# 1736.101 10/11 – 11/29 Tuesday FEE: $195 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Bach, Media Center
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Grades 10-Adult. Got a drawer full of scribbled poems that you have always meant to put to music? Think you may have the next big hit but don't know a thing about copyrights, publishing, or promoting a song? Time for some basic training. Bring an open mind and open ears, your original songs, lyrics or ideas, a musical instrument, (if you play one) and a small recording device (if you own one). Instructor: Kevin Devine. 1 class. ID# 1742.101 10/8 Saturday FEE: $59 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Rec&Ed Conference
Making Money in Entertainment
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Grades 10-Adult It takes more than talent to make it in the entertainment field - you also need to know how to run a business. Discover the fundamentals and proven strategies for success from a veteran entertainer. He will guide you through the steps of branding, marketing, landing gigs, negotiating contracts, pricing, publicizing, getting and using feedback. This practical hands-on workshop will get you on the path to your own success in your entertainment career. Open to all types of performing artists who wish to make their talents pay off. Instructor: Kevin Devine. 1 class. ID# 1744.101 10/15 Saturday FEE: $59 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Rec&Ed Conference
Couples Dance Classes Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
CLASS ID#
DANCE
INSTRUCTOR
DAY
TIME
PARTNER REQUIRED
FEE
2262.101
Rumba
Sue Bareis
Mon
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM 9/26 – 11/28 Forsythe Cafeteria
Partner
$89
2262.102
West Coast Swing
Sue Bareis
Mon
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM 9/26 – 11/28 Forsythe Cafeteria
Partner
$89
2262.103
Foxtrot/Swing
Sue Bareis
Wed
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 9/28 – 12/7
Clague Upper Gym
Partner
$89
2262.104
Intermediate I Prereq: Basics of Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing
Sue Bareis
Wed
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM 9/28 – 12/7
Clague Upper Gym
Partner
$89
2262.105
Intermediate 2 Prereq: Dance continuity Foxtrot/Waltz
Sue Bareis
Wed
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 9/28 – 12/7
Clague Upper Gym
Partner
$89
2262.106
Swing Sampler East & West Coast Lindy Hop
Louise Tamres
Tue
6:30 PM – 7:25 PM 9/27 – 11/29 Forsythe Cafeteria
Partner
$89
2262.107
Latin Sampler: Cha Cha, Merengue, Rumba, Salsa
Louise Tamres
Tue
8:30 PM – 9:25 PM 9/27 – 11/29 Forsythe Cafeteria
Partner
$89
2262.108
International Ballroom & Latin I Dances may include Foxtrot, Waltz, Latin & others
Dorian Deaver Sun
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM 10/2 – 12/11 CAB Room D
No Partner
$95
2262.109
International Ballroom & Latin I
Dorian Deaver Sun
5:05 PM – 6:05 PM 10/2 – 12/11 CAB Room D
Partner
$95
2262.110
International Ballroom & Latin II
Dorian Deaver Sun
6:10 PM – 7:10 PM 10/2 – 12/11 CAB Room D
Partner
$95
2262.111
Ballroom Hustle
Dorian Deaver Sat
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 10/1 – 12/10 Dorian’s Studio
Partner
$95
Fee is per individual. 10 weeks.
DATES
LOCATION
Wedding Dance Prepare for that special day! Learn steps that can be used in your bridal dance, at the reception, and at other social gatherings. Foxtrot, Rumba, and Swing are a few of the dances taught. This class is fun for the entire bridal party and friends. Partner Required. Fee is per individual. Instructor: Dorian Deaver, Member of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. 10 weeks. ID# 2262.112 10/2 – 12/11 Sunday FEE: $95 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM CAB, Room D
Social Dance 101 A few easy dance steps are all you need to get on the dance floor. Louise Tamres introduces you to the basics of Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Tango, Waltz, Night Club, Slow Dancing, and Disco. 10 weeks. ID# 2262.113 FEE: $89
9/27 – 11/29 Tuesday 7:30 PM – 8:25 PM Forsythe, Cafeteria
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Dance Classes Ballet Grades 7-Adult. The timeless movements of ballet can be yours! Each class includes working at the barre, center work, and basic choreography. The curriculum is based on the Cecchetti method, which is a progressive approach in learning ballet. Level II class is for you if you have had two years of previous ballet or with instructor recommendation. Pointe Practice class includes barre warm-ups and center floor practice. Instructor: Dianna Edmonson. 11-13 weeks. ID# 2298.101 FEE: $95
9/26 – 12/5 5:20 PM – 6:15 PM
Monday: Level I CAB, Room D
ID# 2298.102 FEE: $115
9/29 – 12/29 6:35 PM – 7:35 PM
Thursday: Level II CAB, Room D
ID# 2298.103 FEE: $109
9/24 – 12/17 3:25 PM – 4:25 PM
Saturday: Pointe Practice CAB, Room D
See youth section page 47 for Cecchetti Practice class grades 3-Adult.
Belly Dance Belly Dance is a beautiful and expressive art form and great exercise. It is enjoyed by people of every age and body type. Beginner I Learn basic movements, step combinations and a simple choreography with emphasis on posture and safe body mechanics. Beginner II You expand and perfect the basic movements learned in Beginning I with emphasis on technique. Instructor: Mary Weed (101, 103 ); Nancy Goings (102, 104) 10 weeks. FEE: $89 LOCATION: CAB CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DATES
DAY
TIME
2294.101
Beg. I
9/30 – 12/9
Friday
11:00 PM – 12 Noon
2294.102
Beg. I
9/28 – 12/7
Wednes.
8:10 PM – 9:10 PM
2294.103
Beg. II
9/30 – 12/9
Friday
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
2294.104
Beg. II
9/29 – 12/8
Thursday
7:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Bollyfit & Bollyfit Belly
Break Dance Break a sweat dancing to the latest beats! Local and popular dancer Maurice Archer brings his energy to REC&ED to teach you break dance moves in a friendly, and fun environment. 10 weeks. ID# 2276.101 9/29-12/8 FEE: $89 7:15 PM-8:15 PM
Thursday Stone School, Gym
Hip Hop Grades 8-Adult. Come move to the groove and dance to the latest hiphop and pop beats. Learn challenging choreography filled with style and energy. Get a great workout and learn one of today’s most popular forms of dance. Previous dance experience is recommended. Company sec 102 is a performance dance team. Instructor recommendation is required. Artistic Director: Gina Danene Thompson. 12 weeks. ID# 2288.101 FEE: $109 ID# 2288.102 FEE: $109
9/27 – 12/13 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: Hip Hop CAB, Room D
9/26 – 12/12 7:05 PM – 8:05 PM
Monday: Company CAB, Room D
Hip Hop Master & Workshop Classes
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Grades 6-Adult. Join Gina Danene Thompson, artistic director of Pure Dance Ensemble, and Maurice Archer of Geechi Crue to learn amazing new choreo-graphy and classic and cutting edge b boy moves. Select a one day Master class or three day workshop or try both for an added dance experience. Previous dance experience recommended. ID# 2288.103 FEE: $19 ID# 2288.104 FEE: $59
11/26 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: Master Class CAB, Room D
1/2 – 1/5 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mon., Wed., Thurs. Workshop CAB, Room D
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Fitness that’s fun! Do you dream of an energizing fitness class that's a spa experience not an exercise to be dreaded? Bolly Fit is the fitness through dance sensation that is dazzling Michigan. BOLLYFIT combines artistic elements of Bollywood, classical, and Bhangra styles in a dynamic dance experience. No dance experience necessary, BOLLYFIT BELLY fuses Bollywood with Middle Eastern dance styles It has everything in BotlyFit plus a core focus on strengthening the abs in a fun and naturalway with the fluidity of belly dancing. Instructor Anuja Rajendra is Creator, CEO and Artistic Director of BollyFit. 10 weeks. ID# 2193.101 9/27 – 11/29 Tuesday: Bollyfit FEE: $119 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM CAB, Room D ID# 2193.102 9/29 – 12/8 Thursday: Bollyfit Belly FEE: $119 11:00 AM – 12 Noon Dakota Building ID# 2193.103 Register for both classes for $189
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Line Dance Line dancing provides a fun way to workout and is great exercise. This dance class is for everyone at any level. You learn line dances and move to a variety of popular music. Instructor: Earleen Wolford. 10 weeks. ID# 2234.101 9/26 – 11/28 Monday FEE: $89 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM Scarlett, Cafeteria
Tap Many adults find that tap dancing helps to enhance their memory and mind/body connection. Instructor: Yung-Lien Chang. 10 weeks. ID# 2268.101 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday: Tap I FEE: $85 6:10 PM – 7:05 PM CAB, Room D
Tuesday CAB, Room D
9/30 – 12/9 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Friday: Level I CAB, Room D
ID# 2202.102 FEE: $89
9/26 – 11/28 8:15 PM – 9:15 PM
Monday: Level II CAB, Room D
ID# 2282.101 FEE: $109
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Brain Dance, developed by movement specialist Anne Green Gilbert, consists of a series of patterns that have been found beneficial to reorganizing the central nervous system. By completing these movement sequences, we can fill in the missing gaps in our neurological development due to aging, illness, environment, trauma and head injury. Benefits include improved mood, reduced stress and increased alertness. For those with balance challenges, Brain Dance can be done sitting in a chair or lying down. Instructor: Beverly Robinson. 6 weeks. 9/27 – 11/1 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
ID# 2202.101 FEE: 89
In this popular class, artistic director Gina Thompson brings her unique style and choreography to teach you the latest moves in dance. Classic techniques in jazz, funk, and hip hop are taught. A high energy warmup featuring strengthening, core work, and yoga stretches offers you a great workout. 12 weeks.
"Instructor Chang is very spirited and spontaneous. She adapts to the level of the student." Dorte Junker
ID# 2256.101 FEE: $65
Grades 8-Adult. Irish dance has grown in popularity, largely due to the worldwide success of Riverdance and Lord of the Dance. Level I You learn soft shoe jigs and reels, as well as one or two choreographed routines. LEVEL II Prerequisite: Students should be proficient in the fundamentals of Irish dance. Instructor Anna Zielinski is a dancer for the Liem Irish Dance Group, University of Michigan. 10 weeks.
Jazz Fusion
ID# 2268.102 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday: Tap II FEE: $85 7:10 PM – 8:05 PM CAB, Room D
Brain Dance: A Therapeutic Dance
Irish Dance
Latin Formation
Pain-free Knees
Wednesday Dorian’s Dance Studio
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
Instructor: Dale Jensen, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner.
Eliminate Neck Pain
NEW!
9/29 – 10/27 Thursday 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM AA Preschool, Gym
NEW!
ID#2203.101 9/28 – 12/7 FEE: $89 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Find relief from painful knees by engaging your brain and body in effective Feldenkrais Method® movement sequences. Discover how flexibility in your spine, hips, ankles, and even your shoulders can reduce or eliminate strain on your knees. This is a whole-body approach to resolving your knee pain. Develop awareness of how ineffective movement patterns strain your knees and replace them with better organized, more comfortable options. Learn to coordinate smooth movement of all your leg joints and improve standing, walking, running, biking, and more! 5 weeks. ID# 1845.101 FEE: $59
Tuesday CAB, Room D
Popular ballroom instructor Dorian Deaver teaches you Latin formations in which you dance in various configurations such as circles and lines. This synchronized choreography is learned as a group and is similar to a line-style dance. 10 weeks.
Health & Wellness Feldenkrais Method® Series
9/27 – 12/13 7:35 PM – 8:35 PM
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Would you like to get rid of that “pain in your neck”? Relax your tense, overworked shoulders? Find relief from chronic jaw tension? Learn gentle, effective movement sequences you can do at home or at the office to relieve your pain and tension. With the teacher's guidance you begin to identify the underlying causes of these problems and make your discomfort a thing of the past. 5 weeks. ID# 1847.101 FEE: $59
11/3 – 12/8 Thursday 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM AA Preschool, Gym
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Tai Chi Chuan with Master Young
Happy Sweetest Day! Couples Massage
Yang-style Tai Chi is taught as a vehicle to motivate you to integrate your mind, body and spirit in a way that improves your overall health and interactive quality with the world around you. Through movement, meditation and breath work you learn to cultivate energy as you work through the poses of Tai Chi. Regular practice can improve, balance, coordination, and confidence. Instructor: Wasentha Young. 10 weeks.
Sign up with a friend or partner for a massage workshop that’s both relaxing and energizing. Learn to give and receive a therapeutic massage using techniques from an experienced massage therapist. Wear comfortable clothing and bring 2 pillows and a blanket. Oils and creams optional. Fee enrolls 2 people. Instructor: Jim McGinity, Certified Massage Therapist. 1 class.
ID# 1821.101 9/26 –11/28 Monday: Beginning FEE: $119 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Peaceful Dragon ID# 1823.101 9/28 – 11/30 Wednesday: Continuing FEE: $119 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Peaceful Dragon
Introduction to Energy Work
ID# 1880.101 10/15 Saturday FEE: $59 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Scarlett, Media Center
Discover how you can bring your energy centers into balance and feel better. Relax! Learn stretches and how to apply self-acupressure for your neck, shoulders, lower back, and legs. Release tension and feel your body’s flow of energy. This is a great way to unwind after your workday. Instructor: Master Wasentha Young. 10 weeks. ID# 1831.101 9/29 – 12/8 FEE: $119 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Heal Your Digestive System
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Thursday Peaceful Dragon
You've heard the expression, "You are what you eat." More specifically, you are what you absorb. Sixty percent of your body's immune system lives in your digestive tract. Problems like inflammatory bowel disease, allergies, eczema, Crohn's disease, sinus and asthma are directly influenced by a compromised digestive system. Explore basic strategies for healing your digestive and immune system, the use of digestive enzymes, probiotics, healthy eating lifestyles, and the importance of vitamin D and essential fatty acids. Instructor: Gary Merel, M.S.L.Ac. 1 class. ID# 1832.101 FEE: $19
9/28 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room D205
Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and thyroxine: four powerful hormones that have a wide-ranging effect on reproduction, menopause, blood pressure, weight loss, healthy sexual function, bone loss and many other essential functions of life. Explore ways to safely balance these hormones using holistic, sustainable and natural methods. Instructor: Gary Merel, M.S.L.Ac. 1 class. ID# 1833.101 FEE: $19
10/19 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room D205
"I really liked the interaction between class attendees and instructor, plus great handouts." C. Rose
It is estimated that as many as 1 in 4 people has a food allergy or sensitivity and it is increasing among infants and children at an alarming rate. Often testing for a food allergy can be problematic. Review the eight most common allergies, including gluten, eggs, milk, soy and peanut allergies. Topics include the use of digestive enzymes, elimination diets, restoring the immune system and supplements to heal the digestive tract. If you have a food allergy, you can still have a healthy and happy eating lifestyle. Instructor: Gary Merel, M.S.L.Ac. 1 class. 11/16 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday Pioneer, Room D205
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Transform your life by becoming more present and mindful. Through the practice of insight meditation you increase your ability to be aware of and more comfortable with your own thoughts, emotions and body. Discover how to live more joyfully and openly. This class is designed for those new to insight meditation and those who would like to review the basics. Meditation may be practiced in a chair but you may bring a mat and cushion or blanket and pillows as desired. Instructor: Lisa Zucker and Julie Wolcott. 8 weeks. ID# 1816.101 9/29 – 11/17 FEE: $79 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Understanding Food Allergies
ID# 1828.101 FEE: $19
Beginning Insight Meditation
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Thursday Forsythe, Media Center
Acupressure: Press Away Your Stress
NEW!
Acupressure is an ancient healing art that strengthens resistance to disease and promotes wellness. Discover how you can press your stress away, relieve pain, increase circulation, and stimulate the body's natural self-curative abilities with just the touch of your own fingers. Explore simple techniques to use on yourself and loved ones in this informative and rejuvenating class. Instructor: Mariah Newborne, certified practitioner. 1 class. ID# 1812.101 10/24 FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday Rec&Ed Lounge
Advanced Thyroid Problems
Tai-Ki
NEW & UPDATED INFORMATION Do you find your thyroid medication is no longer working for you? Many people with low or high thyroid symptoms actually have an autoimmune disease causing the symptoms. Come find out what can be done when vitamins, herbs, and medication have not been working. Instructor: Dan Geck, D.C. 1 class. ID# 1835.101 10/13 Thursday FEE: $19 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212
Tai-Ki is a slow movement art, similar to the many styles of Chinese Tai Chi Chuan, however it is rooted in the martial arts and exercise traditions of Okinawa and Japan. Moving slowly and calmly through the sequences of movement you will find you can reduce stress and dissipate tension. Regular practice will help you gain focus, improve flexibility and balance, and increase your breathing capacity. Join this class to learn an art that is practiced all over the world to improve health. Sensei: Nigel Kerr. 6 weeks.
Lose the Belly Fat
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Many people diet and exercise really hard to get the weight off, but find limited success. Discover how today's environment can sabotage your efforts to lose weight. Learn about the 6 fat-burning hormones and the 3 fat-storing hormones that must be balanced in order to turn the body into a fat burning machine 24 hours per day. Instructor: Dan Geck, D.C. 1 class. ID# 1834.101 11/10 Thursday FEE: $19 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Pioneer, Room D212
SLIM U™ Seminar (Previously “Lose it Fast, Lose it Forever”) NEW CONDENSED FORMAT – MORE HOURS OF MATERIAL! Molly lost 60+ lbs, Keith lost 110+ lbs, Jacquata lost 90+ lbs… How did they do it? With NBC’s most successful Biggest Loser and Jillian Michaels’ protégé, Pete Thomas! In his engaging motivational and educational style Pete will teach you the secrets to permanent weight loss! Don’t spend another year dreading the upcoming holidays. Give yourself the gift of good health! Finally… learn how to lose weight and maintain your weight-loss…forever! Materials fee $25 for workbook. 6 weeks. ID# 1853.101 9/26 –10/31 Monday FEE: $195 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM AA Preschool Tiogo Rm
SLIM U™ BOOT CAMP Designed to kick your butt and knock off the pounds with a variety of fat-shredding cardio and strength training exercises. Whether you’re working out for the first time or you want to take your workouts to the next level, get the results you’re looking for 3 days a week for 9 weeks! An unbeatable price for unbeatable results! visit www.PeteThomasOnline.com for more details, equipment, requirements, etc. ID# 1856.101 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tuesday/Thursday 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Saturday FEE: $249 10/4 – 11/29 Scarlett Cafeteria ID# 1858.101 SLIM U™ Seminar & BOOT CAMP BUNDLE FEE: $375 10/4 – 11/29 Scarlett Cafeteria
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ID# 1826.101 9/26 - 10/31 FEE: $69 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Monday Bach, MP Room
ID# 1826.102 11/7 - 12/12 FEE: $69 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Monday Bach, MP Room
Parenting Parenting 101
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Newborn to 3 months. Parenting is a lifelong responsibility that doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Acquire the knowledge and skills you need to become a confident and positive parent. New parents are guided through the developmental stages of their infant. Gain a fuller understanding of your baby’s emotional, cognitive and physical needs in this friendly, comfortable workshop designed for you. Instructor: Marilyn Jeffs, R.N. M.P.H. Fee enrolls both parents. Babies welcome. 8 weeks. ID# 1805.101 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $249 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM AA Preschool, Room D108
Toddlers: Setting Limits
MOLLY & SEAN LOST A COMBINED TOTAL OF 140 LBS
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Toddlerhood is a very exciting and challenging time. You survived the first year of your baby’s life and now they’re off and running while you’re wondering what comes next! Develop skills to set appropriate limits and boundaries for your busy toddler. Discover a variety of discipline techniques to guide you while raising your child with positive self esteem. Text: Your Child’s Self Esteem by Dorothy Corkville Briggs. Instructor: Marilyn Jeffs, R.N. M.P.H. Fee enrolls both parents. 2 classes. ID# 1806.101 10/6 – 10/13 Thursday FEE: $59 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM AA Preschool, Room D108
Toddlers: Toilet Learning
SLIM U $500 Weight Loss Challenge - Enroll in SLIM U™ BOOT CAMP or the SLIM U™ Bundle and lose the most weight by the end of the program to win $500.
734-994-2300, ext. 53203
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By now you dread daily diaper changing and dream about the day when your child will be “potty trained.” Define your own child’s signs that they are ready for this next big step. Learn how to avoid the pitfalls of starting too early. Discover proven ways to help your toddler master this new skill. Instructor: Marilyn Jeffs, R.N. M.P.H. Fee enrolls both parents. 2 classes. ID# 1807.101 11/3 – 11/10 Thursday FEE: $59 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM AA Preschool, Room D108
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Fitness
Enroll in any 2 Fitness classes, get fit and save $5. Enroll in any 3 Fitness classes, get more fit and save $10. (Metabolic Makeover, Spinning, Power Kick excluded)
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53149 or 53233
Fitness classes are for grade 10 to adult, men and women. It is recommended that you have a physical examination by a physician before beginning an exercise program if you are over 35, pregnant or if you haven’t been physically active for the past several months. PERSONAL FITNESS LEVELS 1: Beginning 2: Adv. Beginning 3: Intermediate 4: Intermediate Advanced 5: Advanced
Instructor Donna Kujat teaching Water Aerobics.
All Rec&Ed instructors are certified fitness instructors.
World Dance Workout
LEVEL 2-5. Join us for a fun and invigorating total body workout. You'll sweat to high energy world-beat music while combining dance moves from around the world, including West African dance. You will practice other exercises to tone, strengthen, stretch and release. Everyone welcome. Please bring water bottle, mat and light hand weights. Instructor: Sandy Pierani. 10 weeks. ID# 3105.101 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday FEE: $75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Community, Gym
Cardio Interval & Pilates Exercise 101
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LEVEL 1-2. Do you feel the need to exercise, but don’t know where to start? This gentle approach to exercise will improve your strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, posture and balance. Move to energizing music, then relax to soothing music as you feel any tension or stress melt away. You need to be able to get down to and up from the floor. Please bring mat, water bottle and clean indoor only fitness shoes. Instructor: Dianna Edmonson. 10 weeks. ID# 3119.101 9/29 – 12/8 Thursday FEE: $59 12 Noon – 12:45 PM CAB, Dance Studio
NIA Fitness LEVEL 1-3. Explore soulful movement through this mind body form of fitness done barefoot to music. NIA fits all body types and works for all ages. It's great for cardiovascular conditioning and overall agility. Please bring a water bottle. Instructor: Teresa Myers. 10 weeks. ID# 3114.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Community, Gym
Cardio Dance and Pilates
LEVEL 1-4. Work toward your lifetime fitness goals while experiencing the joy of music, dance and camaraderie. You'll get a combination of low impact aerobics for cardiovascular work and Pilates for strength and flexibility. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. Instructor: Jenine "Chip" Grover, M.Ed, over 25 years experience (102, 104, 106) Joy Morris (101, 103, 105). 10 weeks. ID# 3108.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Thurston, Gym ID# 3108.102 FEE: $75 ID# 3108.103 FEE: $75
9/27 – 12/6 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday Eberwhite, Gym
9/28 – 12/7 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday Thurston, Gym
ID# 3108.104 FEE: $75
9/29 – 12/8 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday Eberwhite, Gym
ID# 3108.105 FEE: $145
9/26 – 12/7 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Monday, Wednesday Thurston, Gym
ID# 3108.106 FEE: $145
9/27 – 12/8 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday,Thursday Eberwhite, Gym
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LEVEL 1-4. Do you like to have fun while working out? You’ll get a great workout in a motivating group atmosphere with interval training, light weight training and Pilates matwork. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and light hand weights. Instructor: Amy Leighton. 10 weeks. ID# 3102.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Scarlett, Cafeteria ID# 3102.102 9/28 – 12/7 FEE: $75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday Scarlett, Cafeteria
Cardio Boot Camp LEVEL 3-5. Experience a high intensity, military-style workout with movements from kickboxing, dance and more. You'll challenge your strength, speed and stamina with interval training techniques. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and light hand weights. Instructor: Donna Kujat, CPT, over 20 years experience. 10 weeks. ID# 3106.101 9/27 – 12/6 Tuesday FEE: $75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM AA Open@Mack, Gym ID# 3106.102 FEE: $75
9/29 – 12/8 Thursday 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM AA Open@Mack, Gym
ID# 3106.103 FEE: $145
9/27 – 12/8 Tuesday, Thursday 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM AA Open@Mack, Gym
Balanced Body Conditioning
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LEVEL 1-5. Do you want to improve your strength and balance? This class has a perfect mix of traditional and non traditional strength training exercises to keep the work load interesting and effective. You will work your muscles from a wide variety of angles for a complete and thorough challenge. Balance and flexibility work included. Please bring a mat, hand weights and water bottle. Instructor: Donna Kujat, over 20 years experience. 10 weeks. ID# 3133.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $79 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Bach, Gym
Pilates Matwork
LEVEL 1-5. Are you looking for a mind-body workout that will strengthen, lengthen, stretch and tone your body? Improve your muscular endurance and flexibility with an emphasis on core body mat work. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. Instructor: Stephanie Riegle. 10 weeks. ID# 3112.101 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday: Level 3-5 FEE: $79 6:05 PM -7:05 PM Bach, Gym
ID# 3112.102 FEE: $79
9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday Level 1-3 7:15 PM -8:15 PM Bach, Gym
Weight Training LEVEL 1-5. You'll tone up, trim down and build strength when you learn the basic weight training principles. Flexibility and core body work done in each class. Instructor: Cheryl Gulbranson, CPT, over 30 years experience. 10 weeks. ID# 3124.101 9/27 – 12/6 Tuesday FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Skyline, Weight Room
Yoga Pilates LEVEL 2-5. Looking for an intense mind body practice done to music that will challenge your whole body while calming your mind? Weight training through the use of your own body weight will increase your lean body mass while improving your strength, flexibility, balance and posture. Prior yoga or Pilates experience is recommended. Practiced barefoot. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. Wednesday is a “flow style” class. Instructor: Victoria Cendrowski, M.Ed, over 35 years experience. 10 weeks. ID# 3110.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $95 9:15 AM – 10:30 AM CAB, Dance Studio ID# 3110.102 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday – Flow Style FEE: $95 9:15 AM – 10:30 AM CAB, Dance Studio ID# 3110.103 9/30 – 12/9 Friday FEE: $95 9:15 AM – 10:30 AM CAB, Dance Studio
Power Yoga Pilates LEVEL 2-5. Get a well balanced workout for your whole body while keeping your mind focused with this invigorating mind-body practice done to music. Flowing poses improve cardio, strength, flexibility, balance and posture. Various options will be demonstrated, you can easily create your own workout. Any yoga or Pilates experience is recommended. Bring a yoga sticky mat and water bottle. Practiced barefoot. Instructor: Chelsea Cendrowski. 9 weeks. ID# 3130.101 9/27 – 12/6 Tuesday FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Community, Gym
ID 3130.102 FEE: $85
9/29 – 12/1 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Thursday Community, Gym
Circuit & Pilates LEVEL 2-5. Get 2 workouts in 1. Timed circuits using machines and free weights for cardio and strength followed by a Pilates-based workout focusing on core muscle strength and flexibility. Please bring a pilates mat, water bottle, and wear fitness shoes. Instructor: Cheryl Gulbranson, CPT, over 30 years experience. 10 weeks. ID# 3116.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $99 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM Huron, Weight Room
Circuit & Yoga LEVEL 2-5. You will get 2 workouts in 1. Timed circuits using machines and free weights for cardio and strength, followed by a power yoga workout to enhance cardio, strength and flexibility. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle and fitness shoes. Instructor: Cheryl Gulbranson, CPT, over 30 years experience. 10 weeks. ID# 3126.101 10/1– 12/10 Saturday FEE: $99 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM Huron, Weight Room
ID# 3124.102 FEE: $85
9/27 – 12/6 Tuesday 7:05 PM – 8:05 PM Skyline, Weight Room
ID# 3124.103 FEE: $85
9/29 – 12/8 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday Skyline, Weight Room
ID# 3124.104 FEE: $85
9/29 – 12/8 7:05 PM – 8:05 PM
Thursday Skyline, Weight Room
ID# 3124.105 10/1 – 12/10 Saturday FEE: $85 9:20 AM – 10:20 AM Huron, Weight Room
Personal Training LEVEL 1-5. Do you want personal attention to help you meet your fitness goals? Whether you need to lose weight, train for an athletic event or just get into better shape, this is for you! Private, semi-private and small group (3-4 people) sessions are available. Certified Personal Trainer: Mark A. Harris, CPT. Classes meet at Community Fitness room. 3 classes. Mondays. FEE: $149. CLASS ID#
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3123.101
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
10/10 – 10/24
3123.102
5:05 PM – 6:05 PM
10/10 – 10/24
3123.103
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
11/7 – 11/21
3123.104
5:05 PM – 6:05 PM
11/7 – 11/21 “Mark Harris is an enthusiastic &
knowledgeable instructor. He designed an excercise program to suit my needs that I can do on my own.” A Class Participant
Nordic Walking Workshop
LEVEL 1-5. This activity is based on cross-country skiing, but without snow. Learn and experience proper technique while engaging both upper and lower body muscles, stretching techniques are also taught. This is very effective for burning calories and building cardio-vascular fitness for all ages and levels of ability. Bring your own water bottle. Training poles are provided by the instructor or bring your own. Instructor: Inge Gaiser. ID# 3103.101 10/1 (rain date 10/8) Saturday FEE: $25 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Huron, Parking Lot
Deep Water Aerobics LEVEL 1-4. This non-impact class includes both aerobics and deepwater conditioning. Stretching and strengthening included. Various flotation devices (water noodles) provided or bring your own. Must be comfortable in deep water. Instructor: Amy McCullough. 8 weeks. ID# 3122.101 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $65 7:05 PM – 8:05 PM Scarlett, Pool ID# 3122.102 9/29 – 11/17 Thursday FEE: $65 7:05 PM – 8:05 PM Scarlett, Pool
REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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Water Aerobics LEVEL 1-4. You'll experience the fun of a water exercise program including low-impact aerobic conditioning, stretching and strengthening. Everyone is welcome! Participant needs to be able to enter and exit the pool without assistance (for swimmers and non-swimmers). Instructors: Donna Kujat (102, 104), Amy McCullough (101, 103). 8 weeks. ID# 3120.101 9/27 – 11/15 Tuesday FEE: $65 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Scarlett, Pool ID# 3120.102 FEE: $65
9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday 6:00 PM– 7:00 PM Forsythe, Pool
ID# 3120.103 FEE: $65
9/29 – 11/17 Thursday 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Scarlett, Pool
ID# 3120.104 FEE: $65
10/1 – 11/19 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Saturday Scarlett, Pool
LEVEL 1-4. Join the Pool Party! Do your favorite Latin dance moves but in the water. No need to worry about keeping up the pace or sore joints. In Aqua Zumba movements are much slower compared to dance routines in a Zumba class, due to the water resistance. This workout is full of cardio-conditioning, body toning and fun! Remember to bring a water bottle, towel, swim suit and aqua shoes! Instructor: Mesha Terrell, over 20 years experience. 8 weeks. ID# 3141.101 9/26 – 11/14 Monday FEE: $69 6:00 PM– 7:00 PM Scarlett, Pool
Zumba
LEVEL 1-4. Ditch the workout, join the party! If you like Latin dance and international zest, you'll love Zumba! Interval and resistance training are combined to give you a great cardiovascular workout. Wear fitness shoes and bring a water bottle. Instructors: Sandy Pierani (101), Tanya Smith (102), Mesha Terrell (103), Doris Farrugia (104). 10 weeks. ID# 3140.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Bryant, Gym Wednesday Wines, Gym
ID# 3140.103 9/30 – 12/9 FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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LEVEL 1-5. Do you want to exercise while spending time with your child? Stroller Strides provides a total body workout for moms of stroller-age children (approx. 6-weeks to 4 years). The workout combines a power walk with intervals of toning and cardio. You’ll use exercise tubing, the environment (e.g., benches and stairs), and the stroller for a fun and social exercise program. Children remain in their strollers, but are involved with songs and creative drills. Please bring a mat and water bottle. Please no umbrella strollers. Instructor: Taryn Gal. 6 weeks. ID# 3117.101 9/29 – 11/3 Thursday FEE: $55 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Forsythe, Parking Lot
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ID# 3115.102 FEE: $69
9/26– 11/14 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Monday: Level 1-5 Bodies in Balance Studio
ID# 3115.103 FEE: $69
9/27 – 11/15 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Tuesday: Level 1-5 Bodies in Balance Studio
ID# 3115.104 FEE: $69
9/30 – 11/18 5:45 PM – 6:30PM
Friday: Level 1-5 Bodies in Balance Studio
Power Kick
Aqua Zumba
ID# 3140.102 9/28 – 12/7 FEE: $85 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ages 13 - Adult. LEVEL 1-5. If you can sit on a bicycle, you can do this. Spinning® is a cardio-vascular workout on specially designed stationary bikes. A certified instructor uses music, imagery, and goal setting to simulate a ride on the open road and guides you through changing terrain. All levels welcome. Instructors: Elmo Morales (101), Carolyn Gersh (102), Susan Morales (103, Lisa Steele (104). 8 weeks. ID# 3115.101 9/24 – 11/12 Saturday: Level 1-3 FEE: $69 9:30 AM-10:15 AM Bodies in Balance Studio
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LEVEL 1-5. Are you looking for a total body workout that totally kicks butt? How about a way to increase your stamina, flexibility, and strength while listening to your favorite dance music? You’ll use basic kickboxing, martial arts and self-defense moves with professional heavy bags to get a great fat-burning, muscle toning workout done to music. Instructor: Jibril Naeem. 8 weeks. ID# 3113.101 9/29 – 11/17 Thursday FEE: $75 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM BalancePoint Fitness
Metabolic Makeover LEVEL 1-5. Are you looking for that extra something in a class? This awesome boot camp style workout has a new, metabolism-boosting nutritional goal each week. Take small steps for greater long-term success! All fitness levels welcome! Exercises will be modified as necessary. Taught by Lynda Gronlund, ACE certified personal trainer. 8 weeks. ID# 3118.101 9/29 – 11/17 Thursday FEE: $ 75 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM BalancePoint Fitness
Meet the Rec&Ed Teacher! STEPHANIE RIEGLE has an MS in exercise science and physiology from Miami University. She began her professional career as an Aquatics Director working at the University of Minnesota and later at the University of Georgia, where she managed the staff and facilities, and taught water aerobics, swimming, lifeguarding, first aid and CPR. Stephanie is a certified Pilates instructor and Red Cross certified lifeguard. She joined the staff at REC&ED in 1999 teaching water aerobics, and began teaching Pilates in 2002. She earned her PhD in Higher Education Administration at the University of Michigan and currently works as an administrator at U of M and teaches Pilates Matwork for REC&ED.
Yoga
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53233
Yoga classes are for adult men and women. It helps you become more aware of your body’s posture, alignment and patterns of movement. It makes the body more flexible and helps you relax even in the midst of a stress stricken environment. This is one of the foremost reasons why people want to start practice of Yoga; to feel fitter and be more energetic, happier and peaceful. It is recommended that you have permission from your physician to do yoga if you are pregnant or have potential health conditions, as a precaution to starting an exercise regimen.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL : 1: Beginning 2: Adv. Beginning 3: Intermediate 4: Intermediate Advanced 5: Advanced.
David Rosenberg, is a certified instructor with over 18 years
Vinyasa Power
NEW!
LEVEL 2-4. Through this fun, invigorating and challenging practice you will purify and detoxify your body as you strengthen and lengthen the muscles. It is an athletic form of yoga that flows through a range of poses such as balancing, twists, deep stretches, inversions and a restorative savasana to end the class. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor Lauren Crimando. 10 weeks. ID# 3718.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $79 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Northside, Gym
Yoga Flow* LEVEL 3-4. Are you looking for a challenging practice that connects breath with movement to take the mind and body on an exhilarating journey? Here it is. Increase your strength and flexibility in a fun Vinyasa style practice. Moderate to advanced postures used. Previous yoga experience recommended. Please bring a yoga mat. Teacher: Ita Reyes CYI. 8 weeks. ID# 3714.101 9/29 – 11/17 FEE: $89 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Thursday Ita Yoga Studio
ID# 3714.102 FEE: $89
Saturday Ita Yoga Studio
10/1 – 11/19 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
experience teaching Yoga
Slow Flow & Restore Yoga *
Iyengar Yoga LEVEL 1-3. Experience invigorating yoga postures using the methods of BKS Iyengar to strengthen the body, create a feeling of well-being, reduce stress, and release tension through physical activity and meditation. You need to be able to get down to and up from the floor. The use of yoga props (provided or bring your own) and individualized teaching are emphasized so students of varying experience, ages, flexibility and strength can participate together. Please bring yoga mat. Instructor: David Rosenberg, certified instructor with over 18 years experience. 11 weeks. ID# 3706.101 9/26 – 12/12 Monday FEE: $119 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Stone School, Commons ID# 3706.102 9/28 – 12/14 Wednesday FEE: $119 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Stone School, Commons ID# 3706.103 9/24 – 12/10 Saturday FEE: $119 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Stone School, Commons
Vinyasa Flow This flowing form of Hatha Yoga is the most popular yoga in the U.S.! Vinyasa Flow is a great yoga for all levels from beginners to the more advanced practitioners. It integrates the mind, body and breath into one practice. You move through fluid transitional movements, using synchronized breathing, to connect the sustained postures to create heat. This is a challenging and empowering yoga that emphasis breath connection, core strength and body awareness. Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor Lauren Crimando. 10 weeks. ID# 3717.101 9/27 – 12/6 FEE: $79 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday Lakewood, Gym
LEVEL 2 Are you looking for a practice that connects breath and movement at a slower pace, paying attention to held postures to build strength and endurance. Learn to connect to your practice and let go of the stresses of your daily routine. Some experience useful but not necessary if you have an active lifestyle. Please bring a yoga mat. Teacher: Ita Reyes, CYI. 8 weeks. ID# 3715.101 9/26 – 11/14 FEE: $89 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM ID# 3715.102 9/28 – 11/16 FEE: $89 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Monday Ita Yoga Studio Wednesday Ita Yoga Studio
Gentle Yoga * LEVEL 1- 2. Gentle Yoga is a great way to learn the poses and increase flexibility at a calmer pace. You’ll focus on relaxation, breathing exercises (pranayama) and gentle poses (asanas) to return flexibility to your body. Whether you are brand new to yoga or looking for a more gentle approach, you will experience the benefits of this class. Please bring a yoga mat. Teacher: Ita Reyes, CYI. 8 weeks. ID# 3716.101 9/26 – 11/14 FEE: $89 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Monday Ita Yoga Studio
ID# 3716.102 9/26 – 11/14 FEE: $89 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday Ita Yoga Studio
ID# 3716.103 9/29 – 11/17 FEE: $89 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday Ita Yoga Studio
*Enroll in 2 classes held at Ita Yoga Studio, save $19. *Enroll in 3 classes held at Ita Yoga Studio, save $38.
More Yoga classes are on page 34. REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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Meet the Teacher! Sondra O’Donnell
Basic Yoga Pace: MODERATE. Intensity: MODERATE. Re-balance your body and increase your energy through basic yoga. You will use standing and seated poses, along with breath work to release tension from the body and mind. Basic Yoga is recommended for everybody. Please bring a yoga mat. Teacher: Sondra O’Donnell ERYT 500, Sun Moon Yoga Director. 11 weeks. ID# 3703.101 9/27 – 12/6 FEE: $135 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Tuesday Sun Moon Yoga Studio
Yoga for Strength Pace: RAPIDLY FLOWING. Intensity: STRONG. Do you want a lively, invigorating yoga practice that builds strength while increasing flexibility and releasing tension then this is for you. This well-rounded Vinyasa style yoga promotes strength, flexibility and clarity of mind. Focusing on breath and movement through postures fills you with energy and helps you mentally to feel totally alive. Please bring a yoga mat. Teacher: Sondra O’Donnell ERYT 500, Sun Moon Yoga Director. 11 weeks. ID# 3704.101 9/26 – 12/5 FEE: $135 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
Monday Sun Moon Yoga Studio
ID# 3704.102 9/22 – 2/8 FEE: $135 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Thursday Sun Moon Yoga Studio
Therapeutic Yoga
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NEW! Teen Yoga Ages 11-18. Develop balance and confidence for better self-understanding, strength and flexibility to meet challenges with inner calm. Yoga helps teens develop healthy bodies and healthy attitudes toward themselves, their families and peers and toward the world around them. Instructor: Sun Moon Yoga staff. 10 weeks.
Family Yoga
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Pace: SLOW. Intensity: GENTLE. Soothe tension throughout your body and strengthen and maintain the health of your spine and back muscles. You will learn yoga techniques that help increase flexibility in tight and restricted muscles and joints that inhibit the use of the spine and strengthen the muscles that support the back. Please bring a yoga mat. Teacher: Sondra O’Donnell ERYT 500. 11 weeks. ID# 3702.101 9/26 – 12/5 Monday FEE: $135 7:45 PM – 9:00 PM Sun Moon Yoga Studio ID# 3702.102 9/22 – 12/8 Thursday FEE: $135 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Sun Moon Yoga Studio
ID# 3709.101 9/22 – 12/8 FEE: $135 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Connect together through this positive and playful yoga class that uses group postures, stories and games to explore yoga breath, postures, and techniques. Deepen your awareness, improve health and deepen your family relationship. Fee is per family of 2, additional member fee; $69. Instructor: Sun Moon Yoga Staff. 11 weeks. EC
Better Back Yoga
Pace: SLOW Intensity: GENTLE. If you have aches, pains or stiffness you can find relief through this gentle yoga that is specifically designed to make your body a more comfortable place to be. Great for Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, headaches, back pain or all-over soothing stress release. Taught by Janine Polley RN, RYT. 11 weeks.
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Sun Moon Yoga is directed by Sondra O’Donnell, ERYT 500. She is also the founder of both the 200-level and 500-level Multidimensional Yoga Therapy Teacher Certification Programs, the first Registered Yoga School in Ann Arbor and one of the first State-Licensed Yoga Programs in Michigan. She has trained many prominent teachers locally and has conducted trainings and workshops worldwide. She has 20 years’ experience serving the yoga community. Her teachings incorporate extensive knowledge of the physical body with a keen insight of the philosophy of yoga.
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ID# 3708.101 9/24 – 12/3 FEE: $135 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Additional Child: $69
Saturday Sun Moon Yoga Studio
Martial Arts Aikido
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53233
Ages 14-Adult. Learn to fly -- and land without getting hurt! Aikido is a form of Japanese Budo based on the philosophy and martial arts of the Japanese Samurai. Aikido, the way of harmony, involves redirecting an attack using throws, pins, in a fun, noncompetitive atmosphere. BEGINNING Basic throws, pins and break falls are introduced to you while you work at your own pace. CONTINUING You continue to work on beginning skills and add more advanced break falls and weapons techniques. Loose workout clothing is recommended. Instructor: Wade Davis, Aikido Yoshokai Assoc. of North America. 10-12 weeks. CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
DATES
LOCATION
FEE
3310.101
Beginning
Monday
9/19 – 11/28 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
TIME
Scarlett, Upper Gym
$85
3310.102
Beginning
Thursday
9/22 – 12/1
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Scarlett, Upper Gym
$85
3310.103
Continuing
Monday
9/19 – 12/12
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Scarlett, Upper Gym
$129
3310.104
Continuing
Thursday
9/22 – 12/15
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Scarlett, Upper Gym
$129
Sanchin-Ryu Karate: Family or Individual FAMILIES Ages 4 and up with parent, fee is per family of 2 or more. This program is set in a non-competitive and informative atmosphere that allows parents and children to learn together. Through Sanchin-Ryu Karate, you and your child will build self-confidence, understand stress management and increase composure and self-defense awareness. Physical techniques are taught with drills and exercises for a positive self-defense education. You will learn to use your whole body, so size is not important. INDIVIDUAL Grade 9 - Adult. Training is designed to empower you with the knowledge that can save your life. You will learn a broad range of techniques, strikes, how to get out of grabs and more! Both courses can be repeated to increase your knowledge and technique. Instructor: Jason Wikaryasz, certified instructor with 3rd Degree Black Belt. 6 weeks. CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
DATES
TIME
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3318.101
Family
Tuesday
9/27 – 11/1: Session I
7:30 PM – 8:15 PM
Forsythe, Annex
$55
3318.102
Family
Tuesday
11/8 – 12/13: Session II
7:30 PM – 8:15 PM
Forsythe, Annex
$55
3318.103
Individual
Tuesday
9/27 – 11/1: Session I
8:15 PM – 9:00 PM
Forsythe, Annex
$29
3318.104
Individual
Tuesday
11/8 – 12/13: Session II
8:15 PM – 9:00 PM
Forsythe, Annex
$29
Adult Self-Defense Are you looking for an exciting and informative self-defense class that prepares you for almost anything? You’ll learn how to prevent violence and defend yourself and your children and spouse from bare hands attacks, guns and knives. Men and women welcome, no experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothes. Instructor: Joel Pitti, 4th degree black belt and over 15 years of teaching experience. 8 weeks. ID# 3314.101 9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday FEE: $ 79 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM PKSA Karate
Golf
Golf: Skills and Fitness
NEW!
Volleyball
734-994-2300, ext. 53254
Co-rec Instructional Volleyball league Age 18 & older. Looking for something fun to do with friends or a way to meet new people? Sign up for the Instructional League on your own or with friends. Perfect for beginning and intermediate players. After you enroll you will be placed on teams for league play. Teams play 3 games with time for instructional drills with the coach. One-hour games start no earlier than 7 PM and end no later than 10:30 PM. Each player will receive an exact game schedule. Instructor: Mark Comstock. ID# 5632.112 9/26 – 11/28 FEE: $45 1 hour games Non-residents fee: $50
Monday Slauson, Upper Gym
Grades 9 - Adult. Want to play a better game of golf and feel better doing it? You will learn skill drills and fitness exercises that you can do between now and next spring to improve your game and fitness. Whether you are new to golf or are a continuing player, in just four classes you can improve your full swing, putting, chipping and pitching. The fifth class is taught inside to show you all you can do at home or at a gym to improve your game. Instructor: Debbie Williams-Hoak, Head Teaching Professional at Lake Forest Golf Academy and former LGPA Tour Player. 5 weeks. ID# 3480.101 9/21 – 10/19 Wednesday FEE: $ 75 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Lake Forest Golf Club
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Scuba & Snorkeling Huron Scuba, Snorkel & Adventure Travel
Divers Incorporated
For cost, information and registration 734-994-3483. www.huronscuba.com
For cost, information and registration call 734-971-7770. www.diversinc.com
National Geographic™ or PADI Open Water Diver Programs
Ages 10 & Up. Beginners enjoy an adventure in scuba diving, with three evenings of pool diving and games and three shorter evenings of classroom discussions. Weekend and private course scheduling is available. Certification dives can be completed locally or during one of our adventure travel group trips around the world. 1-3 weeks.
Introductory Scuba Diving Evening - Taste Test for Scuba
Ages 8 & Up. Huron Scuba’s teachers invite you to attend an exciting evening of scuba diving in a local pool. No prior experience or certification is necessary. This opportunity for family fun is a great way to spend an evening together and provides an excellent head start towards becoming a certified scuba diver. You bring smiles and swimsuits, Huron Scuba will provide the rest.
Huron Scuba’s S3 Program - Secrets to Successful Snorkeling
Ages 6 & Up. This is an entertaining and informative program where you will learn and apply personal water sport safety techniques and snorkeling skills. Designed to be fun for beginners as well as informative for experienced snorkeler. Upon completion you are ready for snorkeling around the world with added confidence and success. Private classes are available. 1-2 sessions.
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Exploring Clay Together, 45
Finding the College that Fits, 52 The Art of Writing a Winning College Application Essay, 52 Write Your Best College Admission Essay & Application, 52 Write and Edit a Winning College Admission Essay, 52 Bully Proofing (Prepare Your Child for Bullies), 53 Parent/Child Swim classes, 56
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Ages 10 & Up. This is a comprehensive and stress free way to learn to scuba dive. The classroom and pool portions of this program are completed during five 4-hour sessions usually one night per week for five weeks. Each evening allows beginners to learn about scuba diving in the classroom followed by pool diving in a relaxing, un-hurried atmosphere. This program prepares you to complete your open water certification dives, which can be done locally or at any PADI Dive center worldwide. Course costs start at $249.
PADI eLearning National Geographic Open Water Diver Course
Ages 10 & Up. You start online at www.diversinc.com/elearning working at your own pace and continue with an instructor learning to scuba dive in the pool. This course can be completed in as little as 2 days and it can get you ready within almost any schedule. This all-inclusive course takes you from start to finish and starts, on average, every two weeks regardless of the number of participants. Pricing starts at $120 per person. Call for details.
PADI National Geographic Open Water Diver Programs
Ages 10 & Up. The most complete way to learn to scuba dive the PADI National Geographic Way. You join an elite group of explorers, adventurers and conservationists. This all-inclusive course takes you from start to finish and starts, on average, every 3 weeks regardless of the number of participants.
PADI Snorkeling Course
Ages 8 & Up. Get more out of your snorkeling experience on your next travel adventure! The PADI snorkeling course is an easy way for you to get a private session with a certified PADI Instructor. We will even provide you with the equipment. Offered almost every week – One evening session. Course cost $85
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FALL 2011 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
PADI Digital Water Photography Course
Ages 8 & Up. Whether you scuba dive or a snorkel, this course teaches you the basics of shooting pictures underwater. We provide the camera, the instruction and the equipment. You provide your enthusiasm and creativity towards this enjoyable pastime. This course is offered once a month, one session. Course cost: $75
PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience
Ages 8 & Up. This one night program allows you and your friends an opportunity to try scuba. On the evening of the program, an instructor will teach you a little about the equipment, some techniques for success and then we will give you the opportunity to learn to dive in the pool. We provide all the equipment and when you show up on time, we give you a coupon good for $50 towards the price of the full scuba course just for participating. Program includes a lecture, video presentation, equipment fitting, and pool session where you learn to breathe underwater. Offered at least once a month. Course cost: $25
Swimming
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53232 Email: recedswim@aaps.k12.mi.us
Open Therapeutic Swim
Instructional Swim Grades 6-Adult. Skill Levels: BEGINNER Work on the basics of swimming. ADVANCED BEGINNER Prerequisites: Swim comfortably on your back and 10 yards on your front using basic arm stroke. The goal of this class is to get comfortable in deep water. INTERMEDIATE Prerequisite: Comfortable in deep water. You continue to improve your strokes and learn basic swim workouts. ADVANCED Prerequisites: Swim 50 yards of front stroke, back stroke, and breast stroke, as well as tread water. Coach will tailor workouts to meet your specific needs. Perfect for triathletes or those looking for fitness swimming. 8 weeks. ID# 3520.101 9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday: Beginner FEE: $85 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Forsythe, Pool ID# 3520.102 9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday: Adv. Begin. FEE: $85 7:50 PM – 8:35 PM Forsythe, Pool ID# 3520.103 FEE: $85 ID# 3520.104 FEE: $85
9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday: Intermed. 7:50 PM – 8:35 PM Forsythe, Pool 9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday: Advanced 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Forsythe, Pool
Tennis
Grades 10-Adult. High Point pool is a therapeutic pool (water temperature between 88 – 96 degrees) that is beneficial if you have any type of arthritis or other physical ailment/impairment. Kick boards and noodles will be available; you can also bring your own equipment. The pool space will be kept open, no lane lines. Registrations are not accepted on site. 8 weeks. ID# 3530.101 9/30 – 11/18 Friday FEE: $45 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM High Point, Pool
Private and Semi-Private Lessons Classes are $120 for four 30-minute private sessions or $80 per participant for four 30-minute semi-private sessions with 2-3 people. Various pools, times, and instructors are available. Call the Rec&Ed Swim program phone line, 734-994-2300 ext. 53232, for more information and to schedule convenient times. Due to the large volume of calls we receive, you may need to leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53243
Please read the player level descriptions below carefully to place yourself in the correct class. Registered participants may check out a loaner tennis racquet from the Rec&Ed office one week prior to start of class. For Varsity Tennis Center classes participants must wear tennis court shoes with non-marking soles. For all classes, no running shoes please. REC&ED Tennis follows the USTA Code of Conduct. Player Level Descriptions: BEGINNER: Little or no experience; will learn basic stroke mechanics of forehand, backhand, volley, serve; footwork, rules, and scoring. ADVANCED BEGINNER: Can briefly rally the ball with forehand and backhand, can serve over net; will review and improve groundstrokes, volleys, serve, footwork and learn overheads and approach shots. INTERMEDIATE: Can rally from the baseline fairly consistently, feels comfortable at net hitting volleys and overheads, serves consistently; will work on perfecting all strokes, improving confidence, consistency, strategy and tactics. ADVANCED: Can consistently rally the ball deep, hit with direction and spin, have dependable shots, serve with control; advanced practice drills, games, strategy, tactics and match play.
Email: shadigiv@aaps.k12.mi.us
Cardio Tennis (ADVANCED BEGINNER TO ADVANCED) Get fit moving and grooving on court while hitting hundrends of balls! This fun, fast-paced, aerobic tennis workout is for players at the advanced beginner level and higher (no beginners please). A great way to improve your footwork too! Check out www.cardiotennis.com for more information. Women's Clinic I (ADVANCED BEGINNER NTRP 2.5) Continue developing your game through instructional drilling, coaching, live ball feeding games and doubles match play. Great for NTRP 2.5 league players! Women's Clinic II (ADVANCED BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE, NTRP 3.0) Continue developing your game through instructional drilling, coaching, live ball feeding games and doubles match play. Great for NTRP 3.0 league players! Players Clinic I (INTERMEDIATE-COED, NTRP 3.0-3.5) Classes include speciality drills, play-based games, and match play. Instructor's permission required. Players Clinic II (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED-COED, NTRP 3.5 AND HIGHER) Classes include speciality drills, play-based games, and match play. Instructor's permission required. Players Clinic III (ADVANCED-COED, NTRP 4.0-4.5) Classes include speciality drills, play-based games, and match play. Instructor's permission required.
Instructional Classes See player level descriptions above for correct class placement. Outdoor fall classes are located at Pioneer High School on the 4 courts near the flagpole entrance. 5 weeks. Chippewa Club classes are indoors. 6 weeks. CLASSS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
TIME
#CLASSES
FEE
3602.101
Beginner
Sunday
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 9/18 - 10/16
DATES
Pioneer
LOCATION
5
$79
3602.102
Advanced Beginner
Sunday
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
9/18 - 10/16
Pioneer
5
$79
3602.103
Intermediate
Sunday
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
9/18 - 10/16
Pioneer
5
$79
3602.151
Beginner
Wednesday
12 Noon -1:30 PM
11/2 – 12/14
Chippewa Club
6
$115
3602.152
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Wednesday
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
11/2 – 12/14
Chippewa Club
6
$115
More Tennis on page 38. REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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TENNIS CONTINUED
Cardio Tennis
6 weeks.
CLASS ID#
DAY
TIME
DATES
LOCATION
FEE
3606.101
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
9/20 – 10/25
UM Varsity
$85
3606.102
Thursday
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
9/22 – 10/27
UM Varsity
$85
3606.103
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
11/1 – 12/13
UM Varsity
$85
3606.104
Thursday
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
11/3 – 12/15
UM Varsity
$85
3606.111
Sunday
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
10/30– 12/11
UM Varsity
$99
3606.112
Sunday
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
10/30– 12/11
UM Varsity
$99
Morning Clinics (Indoor) at Varsity Tennis Center Day Clinics at Varsity Tennis Center are taught by our Head Tennis Professional, Fode Camara. See course descriptions on page 37. 6 weeks.
Session I
Rec&Ed HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL FODE CAMARA
CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
TIME
DATES
FEE
3602.111
Women’s Clinic II (NTRP 3.0)
Monday
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
9/19 – 10/24
$125
3602.112
Women’s Clinic I (NTRP 2.5)
Monday
10:30 AM – 12 Noon
9/19 – 10/24
$125
3602.113
Women’s Clinic I (NTRP 2.5)
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
9/21 – 10/26
$125
3602.114
Women’s Clinic II (NTRP 3.0)
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 12 Noon
9/21 – 10/26
$125
3604.101
Players Clinic I (NTRP 3.0-3.5)
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 12 Noon
9/20 – 10/25
$139
3604.102
Players Clinic II (NTRP 3.5 & higher)
Thursday
10:00 AM – 12 Noon
9/22 – 10/27
$139
Session II CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
TIME
DATES
FEE
3602.121
Women’s Clinic II (NTRP 3.0)
Monday
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
10/31 – 12/12
$125
3602.122
Women’s Clinic I (NTRP 2.5)
Monday
10:30 AM – 12 Noon
10/31 – 12/12
$125
3602.123
Women’s Clinic I (NTRP 2.5)
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
11/2 – 12/14
$125
3602.124
Women’s Clinic II (NTRP 3.0)
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 12 Noon
11/2 – 12/14
$125
3602.125
Women’s Clinic (NTRP 2.0-2.5)
Friday
10:30 AM – 12 Noon
11/4 – 12/16
$125
3604.111
Players Clinic I (NTRP 3.0-3.5)
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 12 Noon
11/1 – 12/13
$139
3604.112
Players Clinic II (NTRP 3.5 & higher)
Thursday
10:00 AM – 12 Noon
11/3 – 12/15
$139
3604.103
Players Clinic III (NTRP 4.0-4.5)
Monday
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
10/17 – 11/21
$179
“America’s future walks through the doors of our schools each day.” – Mary Jean LeTendre, U.S. Educator and government official
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Ann Arbor Public Schools Tuition Pre-School Ann Arbor Public Schools is pleased to offer an early childhood education program open to 4 year olds in the district. The programs are available at Thurston Elementary, 2300 Prairie, and Allen Elementary, 2650 Towner. To download our brochure and application form, go to aareced.com and click on “Childcare & Tuition Preschool”.
FALL 2011 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
Adapted Recreation
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
These classes are for adults and children with mental or physical challenges.
Cooking Cooperatively Grades 11-Adult. Increase your independence! Learn basic kitchen safety and measuring techniques while creating simple meals. Food safety and cleanliness will be emphasized. A wonderful opportunity for those in independent living situations. Enjoy eating the meal you learn to cook each week. At the end of the session take home a booklet of the recipes used. Scholarship recipients pay $45. 8 weeks. Instructor: Nan Nelson. ID# 6102.101 9/28 – 11/16 Wednesday FEE: $95 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM High Point, YA Kitchen
Dance, Dance, Dance
NEW!
Grades 11-Adult.Enjoy the pleasure of moving as you increase coordination, body awareness and confidence in this adapted dance workshop. Each session will begin with “BrainDance”, a series of movement patterns that integrate the brain, reduce stress and increase mental alertness. Engage in unique dance experiences through the use of colorful props and a variety of musical and dance styles. Individual expression is greatly encouraged and the environment is fun, safe and positive! Instructor:Beverly Robinson. 4 weeks. ID# 6107.101 10/5– 10/26 Wednesday FEE: $39 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CAB, Room D
Dinner & A Movie Grades 11-Adult. Enjoy movies? Like to eat? Join us for a fun evening where you make simple meals and watch a new flick each week. Classic movies to new releases are shown. Afterwards, you become the critic during the “Thumbs Up or Down” discussion! Scholarship recipients pay $45. Instructors: Marie Tisdale & Joan Clauss. 8 weeks. ID# 6118.101 9/29 – 11/17 Thursday FEE: $125 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM High Point, YA Kitchen
Private Adaptive Swim Sessions Fee: $120 for four 30-minute private lessons. Register by calling 734-994-2300, ext. 53232 Grades 1-Adult. You receive private instruction or therapeutic swim sessions. One instructor per student. Rec&Ed will reserve space at High Point pool on Friday evenings for private adaptive swim sessions. Individual registration numbers will be assigned at the time these sessions are scheduled. Due to the large volume of calls we receive, you may need to leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible. Group home staff, family or friends are responsible for the personal care of their participant in the locker room (toiletry, changing clothes, showering, etc.) and may be asked to assist participant in and out of the pool. 4 weeks.
Strike Force Bowling Grades 11 - Adult. Bowling is a great way to meet friends and get exercise. Fee includes up to two games per week and an official Strike Force t-shirt. Staff and volunteers will assist you in ball selection and a good time. Receive a personalized trophy or medal at the last class party. Scholarship recipients pay $65 if you rent bowling shoes, $53 if you have your own shoes. Please indicate your t-shirt size when you register. Instructors: Tom Ellison and Nan Nelson. 12 weeks. ID# 6112.101 9/26 – 12/12 Monday: Rent shoes FEE: $139 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Colonial Lanes ID# 6112.102 FEE: $129
9/26 – 12/12 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Monday: Have shoes Colonial Lanes
Adaptive Scuba Ages 10-Adult. Recreational Scuba Diving for Individuals w/Challenges. This adventure in scuba diving takes people with physical or mental challenges anywhere from a Discover Scuba experience up to a full certification for scuba diving. Your adventure could include certification as diver with PADI and/or Handicapped Scuba Association. As the name says, we can adapt to almost anything! This exciting opportunity will open up a whole new weightless world of recreational activities and opportunities that you can enjoy with family and friends. Each course will be built to your needs. Call Huron Scuba at 734-994-3483.
TOPSoccer Ages 6-20. Young people with disabilities receive training to play soccer in a caring coaching environment. Generally the participant to staff ratio will be one-to-one. The training program consists of practice drills and small sided games or scrimmages with weekly themes (e.g. dribbling, passing, shooting, integration.) Participants will receive a t-shirt and a certificate of completion at the end of the season. Offered through a joint program between The University of Michigan, Rec&Ed and Michigan Jaguars. 5 weeks. ID# 3410.101 9/30 – 10/28 Friday FEE: $50 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Tappan, Upper Field
REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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First Steps Washtenaw Did you know a child’s brain is 85% developed in the first 5 years of life? Every experience helps develop this foundation. First Steps is based on Parents as Teachers and is open to all families with children from birth until kindergarten. Our mission is to provide the information, support and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.
First Steps is more than classes! Family Membership Includes: FUN AND EXCITING CLASSES to help children socialize with others. The fee includes one adult/child class per week, per family.
Check out our evening and Saturday classes! Additional classes may be added for $94 for the 13-week session.
PARENT EDUCATORS who provide an introductory visit for all new families, are available to share age-appropriate child development and parenting information and address your parenting concerns. SCREENINGS for your child using the Ages & Stages Questionnaire. This tool helps you observe your child’s developing skills. NEWSLETTERS are found on our website. You will find news about First Steps and helpful parenting tips for you!
3 EASY STEPS TO ENROLL 1. Attend an orientation (listed below) 2. Fill out paperwork and choose a class at the orientation 3. Pay your fee for Fall 2011
RESOURCE NETWORK that links your family to other community services and supports.
The fee for all these supports (including classes) is just $145 for our 13-week Fall Session. Partial and full scholarships are available through AAPS Rec&Ed. Go to www.reced.aaps.k12.mi.us/reced.home/scholarships to download application directions and form.
Attend the First Steps Orientation & Registration Learn about our program and class sites followed by a question and answer session. You can register at the orientation, which takes about an hour. Check out more details online at www.aaps.k12.mi.us/firststeps.home/joining. If you are a continuing First Steps family, check with Sherri for your registration procedures.
FALL Classes! September 12 - December 17 No classes 11/21-11/27
Fall Orientation Dates Wednesday, August 31 at 4:30 PM Wednesday, September 7 at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 10 at 9:30 AM
Orientation Location The AAPS Preschool & Family Center Families living outside the Ann Arbor School District are welcome to participate although they are not eligible for our scholarship program.
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FALL 2011 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
2775 Boardwalk Dr. (N. of Eisenhower Parkway)
Call 734-994-2300, ext 53186
First Steps Classes for Babies, Preschoolers... & their Parents! Baby & Me Together Time
6 week-crawling. 1 hour class. Learning begins at birth. Discover ways to interact with your baby through music, movement and games. Class includes discussing practical developmental information. It’s a great way to meet other families and connect with your baby.
Curious WiggleWorms
Crawling-walking. 1 hour class. Encourage your child's natural curiosity and practice emerging skills together with fun-filled explorations of tunnels, puppets, songs, musical activities and more. Also participate in discussions covering a variety of developmental topics. NEW!
ExZone en Español
1-5 years. 1 hour class. Do you know a little Spanish and want to learn more with your child? Is Spanish is your first language? All are welcome to learn and share together. Open play format (ExZone) with a theme to practice words each week. Our circletime includes songs and stories in both English and Spanish.
Toddler Ex Zone
NEW!
12-24 months. 1 hour class. Exactly like Exploration Zone only this class is shorter and just for 1 year olds. Activities to explore include art projects, dramatic play, puzzles, blocks, climbing and plenty of time to work on social skills. Class ends with a short circletime of songs, fingerplays and a story. No siblings please.
Fun-at-One
Exploration Zone
Birth-5 years. 1½ hour class. Afternoon, evening and Saturday classes are now called Family Fun! A wide variety of activities to explore: art projects, dramatic play, puzzles, blocks, climbing and plenty of time to work on social skills. A simple snack is offered and it ends with a circletime of songs, fingerplays and a story. Wonderful practice for preschool. Siblings are always welcome!
First Steps to Reading
Walking-24 months. 1 hour class. There will be new experiences with gross motor skills using simple apparatus and group activities. Join us for freeplay with large motor equipment followed by appealing teacher-directed activities using songs, movement and books.
2½- 5 years. 1 hour class. Children, with an adult, learn pre-literacy skills through hands-on projects, stories, group activities and more. Families may take part one time only as the class is repeated every session. First Steps to Reading is held at Bryant Elementary School and is funded by a grant from Target stores.
Movement and More
Family Fun!
24-36 months. 1 hour class. Build on skills learned in Fun at 1 with additional songs, imaginative play and lots of movement and musical activities. Free play on exciting equipment and fun with parachutes, windwands, balls and puppets.
Kids-in-Motion
2-5 years. 1 hour class. This class offers a combination of free choice and teacher-created activities. Children work on motor skills, including jumping and climbing, and utilize a variety of wonderful gym equipment. There is a different focus each week and activities are repeated as we add new ones. Be prepared to MOVE! Siblings are welcome.
Exploring Science & Nature
3- years. 1 hour class. Children discover the natural world through themed free play, stories, songs and activities. Each week is different, covering everything from dinosaurs and archaeology to insects and backyard animals. Create a nature notebook to take home! An $8 materials fee, collected at the first class, helps provide high quality materials.
Birth-5 years. 1½ hour class. Looking for something relaxing to do in the evening or on Saturday? Try this new twist on an ExZone class. Multi-age fun for the whole family. Lots of different activities offered each week so children can choose what to do: art projects, easel painting, playdough, puzzles and games. We always end with a circletime filled with movement, music and stories.
Drop Everything & Play
NEW!
Birth-5 years. 1 hour class. Looking for activities for you and your children in the late afternoon? This time of day can seem very long! Sign up for Drop Everything and join us for fun in our playroom and in the gym at the Family Center. Climbing, jumping, crawling, playing, painting, and making new friends will keep your child happy and active. Class ends with a short circletime.
Movers & Shakers
Birth-5 years. 1 hour class. Using movement and music, this musical class encourages you and your child(ren) to get moving together. We begin with 15 minutes of freeplay and move to 45 minutes of comfortable teacher-led activities. While this class is great for siblings, it also works for 1 child. Be prepared for lots of action while you help your child practice listening, following directions and taking turns during this fun-filled class.
For more information go to www.aaps.k12.mi.us/firststeps.home and choose class schedule REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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Preschool Art Questions? Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
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Creative Me Ages 3-5. Children’s creativity shines in this class! Your child makes new and unique art projects each term. This class is an independent experience. Instructor: Debbie Walters. 10 weeks. ID# 2107.101 9/27 – 11/29 Tuesday FEE: $89 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM CAB, Room B
ID# 2107.102 FEE: $89
9/29 – 12/8 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Thursday CAB, Room B
Movement & Art Story Book Adventures
NEW!
Ages 3-5. Stories come to life as your child participates in songs, movement, and fun art projects based around a new book each week. Examples of stories your child may hear are The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Napping House, Chicka Chicka, Boom, Boom, and many more. Projects and stories are different each term. This class is an independent experience. 10 weeks. ID# 2105.101 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday FEE: $95 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM CAB, Room B
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ID# 2109.101 FEE: $89
9/26 – 11/28 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
Monday CAB, Room B
FALL 2011 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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Ages 2-5 & Adult. A new treasure awaits your child each week! Together you and your child paint and decorate a pre-made item. This may be a ceramic piggy bank, bobble head, treasure box, animal shapes, or a surprise. You and your child will have fun embellishing your “treasure” with paint, ribbon, glitter and sequins. End each class by decorating a gift bag, box, or pretty paper to carry home your creation. Scholarship recipients pay $20. Instructor: Debbie Walters. 6 weeks ID# 2150.101 9/28 – 11/2 Wednesday FEE: $75 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM CAB, Room B
FUN!
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9/27 – 11/29 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM Additional Child $79
Little Treasures & Me
FAMIL
Ages 2-5 & Adult. Have fun painting together! Children and caregivers work side-by-side mixing colors and exploring different ways of painting. Your child has fun as he/she develops fine motor skills and learns about color and painting techniques. Instructor: Debbie Walters. 10 weeks. ID# 2151.101 FEE: $89
Ages 3-5. Does your child love to play with paint? Leave the clean-up to us, and you too will love to see your child painting. Mixing colors, various painting techniques and fun unique projects are the focus of this class. Your child’s creativity and imagination flow as they create their own works of art. This class is an independent experience. Instructor: Debbie Walters. 10 weeks.
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Ages 2-4 & Adult. Creating together can be fun in this delightful art class! Children and parent/caregiver work together to complete a variety of unique and creative art projects using a wide selection of materials such as paints, glue, glitter, and beads. Projects are age appropriate and help in the development of fine motor skills. Each term new projects are introduced. Instructors: Susan Wright (101) and Debbie Walters (201). 10 weeks. ID# 2103.101 9/24 – 12/3 Saturday FEE: $89 11:15 AM – 12 Noon CAB, Room B Additional Child $79 ID# 2103.102 9/26 – 11/28 Monday FEE: $89 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM CAB, Room B Additional Child $79
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Green Art Fun
NEW!
Ages 3-5. Create art using reusable and recycled materials such as milk jug caps, plastic tubs, laundry caps, and much more. Children are introduced to a creative way of making their environmental footprint! Instructor: Stephanie Carlson. 10 weeks.
ID# 2104.101 FEE: $89
9/30 – 12/9 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Friday CAB, Room B
Questions? Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Make and Shake: Toy Story or Never Land
NEW!
Ages 3-5. It’s a little art, a little dance, and a lot of fun with a theme. This combination class will help your child develop fine and gross motor skills. Class begins with your child creating fun art projects. then participating in creative movement activities. Select from a Toy Story theme or a Never Land theme. This class is an independent experience. Instructors: Susan Wright and Emily Rogers (101); Debbie Walters and Kelly Hunter-Bryner(102). 8 weeks. ID# 2210.101 9/24 – 11/12 Sat: Never Land FEE: $99 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM CAB, Room B ID# 2210.102 9/29 – 11/17 Thursday: Toy Story FEE: $99 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM CAB, Room B
Preschool Dance
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Creative Dancer
Tiny Tappers
Ages 3–5. This is a great class for boys and girls where your child discovers a new way to dance through role playing and free movement exercises. A variety of props and popular children’s music makes this class extra special. This class is an independent experience. Instructors: Emily Rogers (101); Stephanie Carlson (102); Kelly Hunter-Bryner (103). 10 weeks. ID# 2217.101 9/24 – 12/3 Saturday FEE: $79 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM CAB, Room D ID# 2217.102 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday FEE: $69 4:20 PM – 4:55 PM CAB, Room D
Ages 3–5. Creating sounds with their feet delights children! Your child will enjoy making tap sounds while being introduced to basic tap. This class is an independent experience. Tap shoes required. Instructors: Emily Rogers (101); Annie Pilbeam (102). 10 weeks.
ID# 2217.103 9/29 – 12/8 Thursday FEE: $79 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM CAB, Room D
Age 3. Does your child pretend to be a ballerina? Then he or she will love this introduction to the graceful movements of ballet! Children explore the basic movements of dance designed to teach balance and coordination. Hops, skips, and gallops are introduced in across the floor exercises. This class is an independent experience. Instructors: Dianna Edmonson (101, 102, 104); Emily Rogers (103). 10-11 weeks. CLASS ID#
DAY
DATE
2213.101
Saturday
9/24 – 12/10 11:40 AM – 12:25 PM
TIME
FEE
Monday
9/26 – 12/5
2213.103
Tuesday
9/27 – 11/29 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
2213.104 Thursday 9/29 – 12/15 2:55 PM – 3:40 PM
Dance Together
DAY
DATE
TIME
$89
2212.101
Saturday
9/24 – 12/10
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
$79
2212.102
Monday
9/26 – 12/5
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
$89
2212.103
Thursday
9/29 – 12/15
3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
2212.104 PreBallet II
Monday
9/26 – 12/5
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
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Ages 4-5. Learning ballet helps children develop balance, coordination, and stamina. In this traditional-style class created for the older preschooler, students begin to develop basic ballet skills and utilize them in a choreographed routine. PREBALLET II: Prerequisite: Must have had at least 2 terms of PreBallet. Instructor: Dianna Edmonson. 11 weeks. FEE: $89 Location: CAB, Room D. CLASS ID#
9/24 – 12/3 Saturday 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM CAB, Room B Additional Child: $59 9/28 – 12/8 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM Additional Child: $59
9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM CAB, Room D
$89
D Ages 2-4 & Adult. You and your child explore a variety of creative movement activities designed to develop gross and fine motor skills! Children are encouraged to use their imagination as they move to popular children’s music. Lots of amazing props and parachute time add to your child’s enjoyment. Instructors: Emily Rogers (101); Kelly Hunter-Bryner (102). 10 weeks.
ID# 2209.101 FEE: $79 ID# 2209.102 FEE: $79
ID# 2219.102 FEE: $79
PreBallet
Hello Toes Ballet
2213.102
ID# 2219.101 9/27 – 11/29 Tuesday FEE: $79 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM CAB, Room D
Preschool Language Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53248
Preschool & Kindergarten Spanish & French Ages 3 ½ -6. Young children love to learn Spanish while playing, singing, and moving their bodies. They enjoy jumping while counting numbers, playing “follow the leader” and creating simple craft projects. Toys, colorful flashcards and lots of music are part of this fun and interactive class. Scholarship recipients pay $15. Instructor: Language Adventure staff. 8 weeks.
ID# 1407.101 FEE: $95
10/10 – 11/28 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Monday: Spanish Bryant, Room 207
ID# 1407.102 FEE: $95
10/14 – 12/9 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Friday: French Bryant, Room 207
REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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Preschool Sports Preschool Soccer
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53233
FEE: $69
3 to 5 years olds (preschoolers), must be 3 by start of class. A great Preschooler starter soccer program. Children begin to learn the basics of soccer using FUNdamental games, exercises and imagination. Young players will develop motor skills, balance and movement in a soccer environment. Please wear appropriate shoes (gym shoes) and bring a ball (Size 3). Instructors: British Elite Soccer Training staff. 5 weeks. CLASS ID#
DAY
DATES
TIME
LOCATION
3407.101
Tuesday
9/20 – 10/18
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Allmendinger Park
3407.102
Tuesday
9/20 – 10/18
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Allmendinger Park
3407.103
Wednesday
9/21 – 10/19
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Allmendinger Park
3407.104
Wednesday
9/21 – 10/19
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Allmendinger Park
3407.105
Thursday
9/22 – 10/20
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Allmendinger Park
3407.106
Thursday
9/22 – 10/20
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Allmendinger Park
3407.107
Friday
9/23 – 10/21
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Allmendinger Park
3407.108
Friday
9/23 – 10/21
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Allmendinger Park
Saturday
9/17 – 10/15
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Scarlett, Field
3407.109
THANK YOU BURNS PARK PLAYERS For Making a Difference in our Community!
See page 35 for adult Martial Arts classes, and Sanchin Ryu Karate for families! Youth Martial Arts classes are on page 53.
Little Ninjas Karate Ages 4-K. Focus, memory, teamwork, discipline, self-control, fitness, balance, and coordination are the focus of this introductory karate class. This is taught through exciting and fun games and activities. Wear loose comfortable clothing. Instructor: Professional Karate Schools of America instructors. 7 weeks. ID# 3313.101 9/30 – 11/18 FEE: $29 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Friday PKSA Dojang
ID# 3313.102 10/1 – 11/19 FEE: $29 12 Noon – 12:30 PM
Saturday PKSA Dojang
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Rec&Ed appreciates the Burns Park Players for their generous contribution to the Rec&Ed Scholarship Fund. Their support provides scholarships for low income children to participate in Rec&Ed Performing Arts classes. If you would like to contribute to the Scholarship Fund, check the box to donate $1 on the registration form. A single $1 donation helps income-challenged participants receive a discount on their Rec&Ed classes. With your support, we also offer full scholarships for teens, school-age youth and preschoolers. Call 734-994-2300.
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Grades K-6 & Adult. Fee is per pair. Your child and you explore joint and individual projects. Parents and children learn classical techniques of tile making, slab construction, sculpture, press molding, coiling, and glazes. Fee includes glazing and firing of 3-6 medium to large pieces. Fee includes material costs. Scholarship recipients pay $50 per child. 50% recipients pay $133 per child (102); $113 (103). Instructor: William Schultz. 9-10 weeks. ID# 2199.101 9/25 – 11/27 Sunday FEE: $215 10:00 AM – 12 Noon CAB, Room A Additional Child Fee $175
Grades K-3. More than just drawing and painting, everyone is an artist in this class where kids create a variety of art projects. Your child is introduced to various techniques of drawing and painting, and gets to experiment with a variety of paints, such as watercolor, tempera, and pastels. In addition, your young artist will create amazing 3D art. Instructor: Andrea Inostroza. 10 weeks. ID# 2155.101 9/28 – 12/7 Wednesday FEE: $89 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM CAB, Room B
Drawing and Painting: Middle and High School Artist Andrea Inostroza will help you develop your artistic and creative ability. The options are endless as students can choose to draw and/ or paint using mediums such as charcoals, pastels, or watercolors. Students receive individual support in a group setting and are helped to complete projects while exploring the basics of drawing and painting. 10 weeks. ID# 2149.101 9/26 – 11/28 Monday FEE: $105 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM CAB, Room C
ID# 2199.102 9/25 – 11/27 Sunday FEE: $215 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM CAB, Room A Additional Child Fee $175 ID# 2199.103 9/25 – 12/1 Thursday FEE: $175 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM CAB, Room A Additional Child Fee $149
Embroidery for Kids
Grades 2-6. Your child can choose 2D art which consists of drawing and painting using a variety of paints and colored pencils or mixed media in which your child makes a variety of 3D art projects. Supervision is provided from 3:45-4:00 for Lakewood students. $5 Materials Fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: Michelle Kaucheck. 4 weeks. ID# 2113.101 10/4 – 10/25 Tuesday: 2D Art FEE: $49 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Lakewood, Room 108
NEW!
Grades 2-6. Embroidery is a great stepping stone to sewing! Kids will learn basic stitches and select a hoop project that can transform into a pillow, bookmark, or wall hanging. A materials fee of $12 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: Sheila Nicholas. 7 weeks. ID# 2174.103 9/26 – 11/7 Monday FEE: $59 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM CAB, Room C
Youth Art After School Artful Explorers
FUN!
Kids and Art
ID# 2113.102 FEE: $49
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Exploring Clay Together
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Youth Art
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Embroidery for Kids
NEW!
Grades 2-5. Embroidery is a great stepping stone to sewing! Kids will learn basic stitches and select a hoop project that can transform into a pillow, bookmark, or wall hanging. A materials fee of $12 is payable to the instructor at the first class. Instructor: Sheila Nicholas. 7 weeks. ID# 2174.104 9/30-11/11 Friday FEE: $59 3:50 PM-4:50 PM Wines, Art Room
11/15 – 12/6 Tuesday: Mixed Media 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Lakewood, Room 108
Drawing and Painting FEE:$95 Time: 3:50-4:50 Instructor: Andrea Inostroza. 10 weeks. CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DATES
GR
DAY
2153.101
Bryant, Art Room
9/26 – 11/28
K-2
Monday
2153.102
Logan, Art Room
9/27 – 12/6
1-5
Tuesday
2153.103
Bach, Art Room
9/28 – 12/7
1-5
Wednesday
2153.104
Pattengill, Art Room
9/29 – 12/8
3-5
Thursday
2153.105
Angell, Art Room
9/30 – 12/9
1-5
Friday
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Youth Music
MusIQ Club: Children’s Music Journey Grades K-5. Interactive animated computer software with electronic piano keyboards are used to teach students with little or no piano playing experience. Students progress from level to level at their own pace learning to play piano with both hands, read music, improvise and compose. They learn concepts of Rhythm, Ear Training, and the Musical Alphabet. The emphasis is always on having fun, no matter what the student’s abilities or musical background. Instructor: MusIQ Club staff. 7 weeks.
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53203
ID# 1312.101 10/11 – 11/29 FEE: $169 3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Tuesday Bach, Media Center
ID# 1312.102 10/11 – 11/29 FEE: $169 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday Bach, Media Center
Little Bands Keyboard Lab FEE: $169 Grades K-2. This fun and exciting class is a great introduction to basic piano skills. Students learn piano keyboard, music theory, and composition with popular and curriculum songs utilizing the Little Bands Schools unique method of teaching. A performance at the end of the semester will give students a chance to demonstrate the skills and songs they learned. Instructor: Little Bands School staff. 7 weeks. CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
TIME
DATES
1312.103
Carpenter, Art Room
Monday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/10 – 11/28
1312.104
Eberwhite, Room 200
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/11 – 11/29
1312.105
King, Art Room
Wednesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/12 – 11/30
1312.106
Logan, Art Room
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/13 – 12/1
1312.107
Thurston, Art Room
Friday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/14 – 12/2
Drum Circle FEE: $139 Grades 2-5. Joyous and life-changing experience for all who participate! Students learn to play different drums and rhythms from around the world and how the different parts fit together to make beautiful music. The drum circle is a wonderful and exciting way to learn about music, culture and playing together. It is exhilarating, yet relaxing, and helps to students gain focus, self-confidence, cooperation, improvisation and creativity. Instructor: Little Bands School staff. 7 weeks.
Celebrate with Rec&Ed! We offer themed parties to fit your child’s interest: • Pirates • Princess • Fairies • Webkinz • Dance • Art Music .....and more!
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CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
TIME
DATES
1312.108
Allen, Music Room
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/13 – 12/1
1312.109
Dicken, Music Room
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/11 – 11/29
1312.110
Lakewood, Art Room
Wednesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/12 – 11/30
1312.111
Northside, Music Room
Monday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/10 – 11/28
1312.112
Pattengill, Music Room
Friday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/14 – 12/2
Little Bands Guitar
FEE: $169
Grades 3-5. Students will learn the basics of guitar, music theory, and composition while participating in this fun and interactive guitar class. Students will follow a detailed curriculum of popular songs and curriculum songs utilizing the Little Bands Schools unique method of teaching. A performance at the end of the semester will give students a chance to demonstrate the skills and songs they have learned. This fun and exciting class is a great introduction to guitar. Instructor: Little Bands School staff. 7 weeks. CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
TIME
DATES
1312.113
Abbot, Art Room
Monday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/10 – 11/28
1312.114
Bach, Media Center
Friday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/14 – 12/2
1312.115
King, Art Room
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/13 – 12/1
1312.116
Logan, Art Room
Wednesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/12 – 11/30
1312.117
Thurston, Art Room
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/11 – 11/29
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Youth Dance
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Ballet Your child explores the fundamentals of ballet in this traditional-style class. Cecchetti Class gives students the opportunity to train with the instructor to test before the Cecchetti Council of America and receive certificate upon passing. Several sessions are required before taking exam. Instructor recommendation is required for section 103. Instructor: Dianna Edmonson. 11-13 weeks. Location: Cultural Arts Building (CAB). CLASS ID#
LEVEL
GR/AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
2223.101
Ballet Beginner
Gr. K-3
Saturday
9/24 – 12/10
1:20 PM – 2:15 PM $95
2223.102
Cecchetti Primary 1& 2
Ages 4-6
Thursday
9/29 – 12/29
4:35 PM – 5:30 PM $109
2223.103
Cecchetti Primary 3-Gr 1 Gr. K-6
Thursday
9/29 – 12/29
5:35 PM – 6:30 PM $109
2223.104
Cecchetti Practice
Gr. 3-Adult Saturday
9/24 – 12/17
2:20 PM – 3:20 PM $109
Break Dance Grades 1-5. Popular Break Dance instructor Maurice Archer is fun, enthusiastic, and energetic. He will teach your child America’s most popular dance.10 weeks. ID# 2253.101 9/25 – 12/4 Sunday FEE: $79 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM CAB, Room D
Dance Pop Dance class is a great way for your child to develop flexibility, endurance, and self-confidence. Your child learns the latest dance moves and jazz steps. Instructor: Lissa Kryska (101); Amy Thurlow (102). 10 weeks. ID# 2218.101 9/25 – 12/4 Sunday: Gr K-2 FEE: $79 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM CAB, Room D ID# 2218.102 9/30 – 12/9 FEE: $89 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Friday: Gr 3-6 CAB, Room D
FEE
Irish Dance Grades 3-7. Irish Dance is a popular traditional folk dance that has become a dance for all ages and cultures. Your child learns the basics of Irish dance softshoe, jigs, reels, and a simple choreographed routine. Instructor: Anna Zielinski. 10 weeks. ID# 2202.103 9/30 – 12/9 Friday FEE: $79 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM CAB, Room D
Hip Hop with Gina Grades 4-7. Artistic director Gina Danene Thompson brings her extensive training and unique individual style to teaching routines filled with style and energy. This exciting dance program features Hip Hop and Jazz moves. 12 weeks. ID#2231.101 9/26 – 12/12 Monday: FEE: $95 6:20 PM – 7:05 PM CAB, Room D
See page 26 for Hip Hop Workshop Classes for Grades 6-Adult.
Youth Dance After School
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
Dance class is a great way for your child to develop flexibility, endurance, and self-confidence. This class was created for fans of the latest dance music. Our dance instructors teach your child the latest dance moves and jazz steps. 10-12 weeks. CLASS ID#
CLASS
LOCATION
GR
TIME
DAY
DATE
INSTRUCTOR
FEE
2218.112
Dance Pop
Pattengill, Gym
3-5
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Monday
9/26 – 11/28
Amy Thurlow
$89
2218.103
Dance Pop
King, MPR
2-5
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Monday
9/26 – 12/12
Gina Thompson
$95
2218.104
Dance Pop
Logan, Gym
1-4
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Monday
9/26 – 11/28
Vikki Moss
$79
2218.105
Dance Pop
Bach, Gym
1-4
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Tuesday
9/27 – 12/6
Amy Thurlow
$89
2218.106
Dance Pop
Eberwhite, Gym
2-5
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Tuesday
9/27 – 12/13
Gina Thompson
$89
2218.107
Dance Pop
Dicken, Gym
1-4
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Wednesday
9/28 – 12/7
Amy Thurlow
$89
2218.108
Dance Pop
Thurston, Gym
1-4
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Wednesday
9/28 – 12/7
Vikki Moss
$79
2218.109
Dance Pop
Bryant, Gym
K-2
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Thursday
9/29 – 12/8
Amy Thurlow
$89
2218.110
Dance Pop
Wines, Gym
2-5
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Thursday
9/29 – 12/15
Gina Thompson
$89
2218.111
Dance Pop
Abbot, Gym
1-4
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Friday
9/30 – 12/9
Vikki Moss
$79
2253.102
Break Dance
Burns Park, Gym
1-5
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Monday
9/26 – 11/28
Maurice Archer
$ 79
2253.103
Break Dance
Northside, Gym
1-5
3:50 PM – 4:35 PM
Thursday
9/29 – 12/8
Maurice Archer
$ 79
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Youth LEGO
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53248
LEGO Classes Think outside the box! Challenge your minds! Be prepared for the world of technology! Complete descriptions are online. Instructor: Brain Monkeys staff. 7 weeks. FEE: $129 LEGO Mindstorms Robotics: Mayan Adventure Students learn how programming works and see the robots perform the task to solve the mysteries. LEGO Mindstorms Robotics: Green City Students learn the fundamentals of programming through hands-on activities relating to green energy all while using the LEGO Mindstorms Robotics Kits. Robotics with LEGO Mindstorms Using the LEGO Mindstorms NXT robot kits, students program their robots to follow multi-step programs.
PID Robotics Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID), will be introduced. Students will study and design systems ranging from self-steering ships to automated French fry factories. LEGO Creations with Digital Designer Everyone has used LEGO bricks to create and invent everything from cars to castles but what if you could actual see your designs before you built them? With the special design software, students will become their own LEGO building architect. Making Things Move: LEGO Robotics Fantastic Contraptions Students will learn, build, and design everything from speedy dragsters to powerful towing machines. Build a Rubik’s Cube Solver and a Tic-Tac-Toe Playing Robot! Students learn how the robots are designed, what makes them think and how to use them.
CLASS ID#
LOCATION
GR
TOPIC
DAY
TIME
DATES
1313.101
Pattengill, Cafetorium
3-5
Mayan Adventure
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/27 – 11/15
1313.102
Wines, Media Center
3-5
Mayan Adventure
Monday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
10/3 – 11/21
1313.103
Angell, Art Room
3-5
Green City
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/27 – 11/15
1313.104
Bach, Art Room
3-5
Green City
Wednesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/28 – 11/9
1313.105
Haisley, Art Room
3-5
Robotics with LEGO Mindstorms
Friday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/30 – 11/11
1313.106
King, Multipurpose Room
4-7
PID Robotics
Monday
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
10/3 – 11/21
1313.107
Bryant, Art Room
K-2
Digital Designer
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/29 – 11/10
1313.108
Lawton, Room 114
1-3
Digital Designer
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/29 – 11/10
1313.109
Eberwhite, Media Center
3-5
Fantastic Contraptions
Friday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/30 – 11/11
3-6
Rubik’s Cube Solver
Saturday
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
10/1 – 11/12
1313.110 Forsythe, Cafeteria
Youth Enrichment Want to Take Cool Pictures?
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53228
NEW!
Grades 6-8. Taking cool pictures will be easier, and more fun, after you take this class. You will learn how a camera works and use some simple ideas to make really cool pictures. Basic camera features like automatic and programmed settings, and navigating the camera menu will be discussed. There will be photography assignments between classes in addition to in-class practice. Bring any digital camera (compact or DSLR), your manual and charged batteries. Instructor: Larry Works, professional photographer. 6 weeks. ID# 1265.101 10/11 – 11/22 Tuesday FEE: $59 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM AAOpen@Mack Media Center
LEGO ROBOTICS CHALLENGE YOUR MIND
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Youth Chess Youth Chess with Mr. Garrison
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53248
7 weeks. FEE: $99
Mr. Garrison has been teaching chess to children since 1996. His teams have won numerous state championships. King elementary has won the K-5 state team championships four years in a row (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011)! Thurston was 2nd in the state in 2011.Mr. Garrison is ranked #1 overall game player out of more than 20,000 players at www.littlegolem.net one of the internets’ leading thinking games website. He is also the number one ranked player in the world at the strategy game “Breakthrough”, and one of his long time chess students is ranked #2! BEGINNING LEVEL 1: Grades K-6. No experience is necessary. Students will learn opening strategies and important ending techniques and will be introduced to the basic tactics (fork, pin, discovery). BEGINNING LEVEL 2: Grades K-8. Students learn how to attack the king, how to use combinations, defensive ideas and more tactics and endings. Students are introduced to chess clocks and scorekeeping. BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE: Grades K-8. For students with little or no experience in chess. Students are introduced to the basic history of chess, opening principles, tactics, basic endgame techniques, and tournament preparedness. INTERMEDIATE: Grades K-9. For students who are familiar with forks, pins, discovery and understand checkmate. Students are prepared for tournament play and learn some of the finer points of chess. INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED: Grades K-9. For students who are familiar with forks, pins, discovery and understand checkmate. Players review Grandmaster chess games and continue to work on tactics and endings. ADVANCED: Grades K-9. This class is for truly advanced players. Students should have a USCF rating. Students will learn how to analyze games and will learn the finer points of chess opening theory. Students will learn how to study chess for selfimprovement.
Morning Chess
Chess for Parents
Are you afraid that your kids will beat you in chess? Take this class to learn the strategies of the game so you can play well against your child. You will find out about various websites and software tools that help with understanding how to play chess. You may even become able to help your child with chess homework! Designed for parents of children who take Rec&Ed chess classes. Instructor: Ray Garrison. 1 class. ID# 1313.100 10/20 Thursday FEE: $19 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Logan, Art Room
TIME: 7:45 AM – 8:45 AM
CLASS ID#
CLASS LEVEL
DAY
DATES
LOCATION
1317.101
Intermed/Advanced
Tuesday
10/4 – 11/22
King, MPR
1317.111
Intermed/Advanced
Tuesday
11/29 – 1/31
King, MPR
1317.112
Beginning/Intermed
Wednesday 11/30 – 2/1
Bach, Media Center
1317.103
Beginning/Intermed
Friday
10/7 – 11/18
Thurston, Media Center
1317.113
Beginning/Intermed
Friday
12/2 – 2/3
Thurston, Media Center
Evening Chess
NEW!
New students are required to purchase a “Chess Tactics Workbook” on the first day of class for $14.
CLASS ID#
CLASS LEVEL
DAY
TIME
DATES
LOCATION
1317.104
Beginning Level 1
Tuesday
5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
10/4 – 11/22
King, Multipurpose Room
1317.114
Beginning Level 2
Tuesday
5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
11/29 – 1/31
King, Multipurpose Room
1317.105
Intermediate/Advanced
Tuesday
7:15 PM – 8:30 PM
10/4 – 11/22
Thurston, Media Center
1317.115
Advanced
Tuesday
7:15 PM – 8:30 PM
11/29 – 1/31
Thurston, Media Center
1317.106
Beginning/Intermediate
Wednesday
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
10/5 –11/16
Lakewood, Media Center
1317.116
Beginning/Intermediate
Wednesday
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
11/30 –2/1
Lakewood, Media Center
1317.107
Intermediate
Thursday
5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
10/6 – 11/17
Logan, Art Room
1317.117
Beginning Level 1
Thursday
5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
12/1 – 2/2
Logan, Art Room
1317.118
Intermediate/Advanced
Thursday
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
12/1 – 2/2
Logan, Art Room
1317.109
Intermediate/Advanced
Friday
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
10/7 – 11/18
Lawton, Media Center
1317.119
Intermediate/Advanced
Friday
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
12/2 – 2/3
Lawton, Media Center
More Chess on page 50
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Youth Chess with All The King’s Men BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE: Chess rules and basic tactics are reviewed. Students then delve deeper into more advanced tactics, short and long range strategies, and preparation for tournament play. INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED: Experienced students explore tactical play, short and long-term planning, mating patterns, and game analysis. Students learn tournament play using USCF rules.
AFTERSCHOOL CHESS Grades K-5. Students are required to purchase a workbook for $14 on the first day of class. Instructor: All the King’s Men staff . 7 weeks Time: 3:50 PM – 4:50 PM FEE: $95 CLASS ID#
LOCATION
CLASS LEVEL
DAY
DATES
1321.101
Angell, Media Center
Beg/Intermed
Thursday
10/6 – 11/17
1321.111
Angell Media Center
Beg/Intermed
Thursday
12/1 – 2/2
1321.102
Angell, Media Center
Intermed/Adv
Friday
10/7 – 11/18
1321.112
Angell, Media Center
Intermed/Adv
Friday
12/2 – 2/3
1321.103
Burns Park, Auditorium
Beg/Intermed
Tuesday
10/4 – 11/22
1321.113
Burns Park, Auditorium
Beg/Intermed
Tuesday
11/29 – 1/31
1321.104
Carpenter, Media Center Beg/Intermed
Wednesday
10/5 – 11/16
1321.114
Carpenter, Media Center Beg/Intermed
Wednesday
11/30 – 2/1
1321.105
Dicken, Media Center
Beg/Intermed
Thursday
10/6 – 11/17
1321.115
Dicken, Media Center
Beg/Intermed
Thursday
12/1 – 2/2
1321.106
Dicken, Room 112
Intermed/Adv
Wednesday
10/5 – 11/16
1321.116
Dicken, Room 112
Intermed/Adv
Wednesday
11/30 – 2/1
1321.107
Haisley, MPR
Beg/Intermed
Monday
10/3 – 11/21
1321.117
Haisley, MPR
Beg/Intermed
Monday
11/28 – 1/30
1321.108
Lawton, Media Center
Beg/Intermed
Friday
10/7 – 11/18
1321.118
Lawton, Media Center
Beg/Intermed
Friday
12/2 – 2/3
See page 49 for a NEW CLASS “Chess for Parents”
MORNING CHESS Level: Beginner/Intermediate Time: 7:45AM-8:45AM FEE: $95
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CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
DATES
1321.109
Pittsfield, MPR
Monday
10/3 – 11/21
1321.119
Pittsfield, MPR
Monday
11/28 – 1/30
1321.120
Lakewood, MC
Tuesday
10/4 – 11/22
1321.130
Lakewood, MC
Tuesday
11/29 – 1/31
1321.121
Allen, Media Center
Wednesday
10/5 –11/16
1321.131
Allen, Media Center
Wednesday
11/30 –2/1
1321.122
Abbot, MPR
Thursday
10/6 – 11/17
1321.132
Abbot, MPR
Thursday
12/1 – 2/2
1321.123
Wines, Media Center Friday
10/7 – 11/18
1321.133
Wines, Media Center Friday
12/2 – 2/3
Youth Language Chinese Language
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53248
FEE: $239
Grades K-5. Students learn Chinese language and culture through games, songs, rhymes, character writing and daily conversation based on a highly interactive curriculum. From greetings to school life, time, weather, hobbies transportation and travel, students will head off on an awesome Chinese language learning journey. Continuing students will further develop their language and communication skills with new materials. 20 weeks. CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
DATES
TIME
INSTRUCTOR
1408.101
AA Open, Art Room
Thursday
10/13 – 3/22
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Alice Chang
1408.102
Bach, Art Room
Tuesday
10/11 – 3/27
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Yujing Kung
1408.103
Dicken, Music Room
Friday
10/14 – 3/30
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Alice Chang
1408.104
Eberwhite, Room 100
Monday
10/10 – 3/26
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Fan Wu
1408.105
Haisley, Music Room
Monday
10/10 – 3/26
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Alice Chang
1408.106
King, Media Center
Wednesday
10/12 – 3/28
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Yujing Kung
1408.107
Northside, Art Room
Tuesday
10/11 – 3/27
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Alice Chang
1408.108
Pattengill, Cafetorium
Wednesday
10/12 – 3/28
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
Alice Chang
Spanish, French and German
BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE LEVELS
NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS WELCOME!
Grades 1-5. Learn and practice speaking Spanish, French or German while being immersed in the culture! Language Adventure’s curriculum will equip your child with vocabulary, phrases and dialogs necessary to carry on daily conversations. Games, songs and hands-on culture projects are also part of this fun and highly interactive class. Each student receives a workbook according to his/her language level. Instructor: Language Adventure staff. 20 weeks: Scholarship recipients pay $45. 10 weeks: $129, Scholarship recipients pay $25. 10 or 20 weeks. CLASS ID
LOCATION
LANG.
DAY
DATES
TIME
FEE
1401.101
Allen, Room 109
Spanish
Thursday
10/13 - 1/12
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.102
Angell, Cafeteria
Spanish
Wednesday
10/12 – 12/21
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.103
Bach, Media Center
Spanish
Thursday
10/13 – 1/12
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.104
Carpenter, Art Room
Spanish
Tuesday
10/11 – 1/10
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.105
Dicken, Art Room
Spanish
Tuesday
10/11 – 3/27
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$239
1401.106
Eberwhite, Room 102
Spanish
Wednesday
10/12 – 3/28
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$239
1401.107
Haisley, Music Room
Spanish
Friday
10/14 – 1/13
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.108
King, Media Center
Spanish
Monday
10/10 – 4/9
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$239
1401.109
Lakewood, Media Ctr
Spanish
Wednesday
10/12 – 12/21
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.110
Lawton, Media Center
Spanish
Monday
10/10 – 12/19
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.111
Northside, Art Room
Spanish
Thursday
10/13 – 1/12
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.112
Thurston, Art Room
Spanish
Monday
10/10 – 12/12
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$129
1401.113
Wines, Room 100
Spanish
Tuesday
10/11 – 3/27
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
$239
1401.114
Eberwhite, Room 102
Adv. Spanish
Wednesday
10/12 – 3/28
**4:00 PM – 5:00 PM $239
1403.101
Burns Park, Aud.
French
Wednesday
10/12 – 3/28
**4:00 PM – 5:00 PM $239
1403.102
King, Media Center
French
Friday
10/14 – 1/13
**4:00 PM – 5:00 PM $129
1403.103
Wines, Room 100
French
Thursday
10/13 – 1/12
**4:00 PM – 5:00 PM $129
1405.101
Dicken, Media Center
German
Friday
10/14 – 1/13
**4:00 PM – 5:00 PM $129
**Supervision starts at 3:45pm.
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Study Skills ACT Preparation Workshop Grades 10-12. Enrolling in the ACT Preparation Workshop helps you prepare to successfully take the ACT test. This workshop is for students taking the ACT during the remainder of the calendar year. The best method for scoring well on the ACT and replacing anxiety with confidence is to be knowledgeable and well prepared. Information and strategies for each section of the test are included. Bring a CALCULATOR and a WATCH WITH A SECOND HAND. A manual is provided for each participant as part of the fee. Scholarship recipients pay $20. Instructor: Great Lakes Educational Group staff. 1 class. ID# 1329.101 10/15 Saturday FEE: $79 9:00 AM – 12 Noon Clague, Media Center ID# 1329.102 12/3 Saturday FEE: $79 9:00 AM – 12 Noon Clague, Media Center
SAT/ACT Essay Workshop Grades 10-12. Learn how to organize and write a persuasive essay within the allotted time. The scorer’s rubric will be analyzed so you will understand exactly what is expected within your essay. You will practice writing an essay and receive instructor feedback about ways to improve your writing for the test. Scholarship recipients pay $20. Instructor: Great Lakes Educational Group staff. 1 class. ID# 1335.101 10/8 Saturday FEE: $79 9:00 AM – 12 Noon Clague, Media Center
Finding for the College that Fits Parents & Students (Grades 9-12) together. Parents and students are faced with a myriad of choices about college. Let John help you and your student find and identify the resources in your family's search for the right college. Discussion will include what your student needs and wants from school, location, admissions possibilities and finances. This class is intended for parents and students to attend together. Instructor: John B. Boshoven, M.A., M.S.W. 1 class. ID# 1337.101 10/12 Wednesday FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Community, Room 213
Paying for the College that Fits Parents & Students (Grades 9-12) together. Find out where money for college comes from and how to get your fair share. Families will learn about sources of aid, the FAFSA, the College Scholarship Search Profile (CSS), and scholarship searches. Instructor provides resources to help find financial assistance for college. Instructor: John B. Boshoven, M.A., M.S.W. 1 class. ID# 1341.101 10/19 Wednesday FEE: $29 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Community, Room 213
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Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53248
The Art of Writing a Winning College Application Essay Parents & Students (Grades 9-12) together. College admissions officers spend minutes reading an essay, so how can yours be as impressive as Mt. Everest—strong and memorable—and not an anonymous anthill? Learn the answer in this one-session class. You’ll discover easy techniques to bring out your unique writing voice, and engaging ways to emphasize your strengths without bragging. Discuss and take home samples of winning essays. Expect to leave class energized, with a jumpstart on your essay. Instructor: Debbie Eisenberg Merion. 1 class. ID# 1339.101 10/13 Thursday FEE: $35 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Community, Room 213
Write and Edit a Winning College Application Essay Parents & Students (Grades 9-12) together. In the first session of this two-session class, learn the secrets to bringing out your unique writing voice and emphasizing your strengths without bragging, and then start writing. Continue drafting essays at home after the first session and bring your drafts to the second session for feedback and editing tips. Handouts include samples of winning essays. Instructor: Debbie Eisenberg Merion. 2 classes. ID# 1339.102 9/27, 10/4 Tuesday FEE: $69 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Community, Room 213
Write Your Best College Admission Essays & Applications Grades 10-12 (Parents welcome!) What do you say in an essay and application that will reveal your unique, positive qualities? What are colleges looking for? With the competition for college admission tougher than ever, well-composed essays and applications can often make the difference. With actual examples, learn what makes a compelling essay and application and how to highlight your own characteristics. Optional: Bring 2 copies of a draft for possible feedback. If you haven’t begun, this class will get you going.Instructor: Liza Atreya. 1 class. ID# 1338.101 9/28 Wednesday FEE: $39 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room D210 ID# 1338.102 10/22 FEE: $39 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Saturday Clague, Media Center
ACT SUCCESS Grades 10-12. ACT SUCCESS prepares students for all five sections on the ACT Test: English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, and Writing. Students learn the rules, strategies, and test-taking skills necessary for success. Students work with real ACT practice tests and numerous skill builders to further enhance their test-taking abilities. Of the students who complete the ACT SUCCESS class, 95% increase their ACT scores! Book and material fee ($45) will be collected on the first day. Scholarship recipients pay $45. Instructor: Great Lakes Educational Group staff. 7 weeks. ID# 1329.111 1/12 – 3/1/12 Thursday FEE: $389 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Pioneer, Room D212
Youth Martial Arts
Sanchin-Ryu’s Karate & Self-Defense for Kids Grades K-8. Get two courses in one: Sanchin-Ryu Karate & Self-Defense and Project: Secure Child (child safety). Children will be trained with proven, age-appropriate techniques that are necessary for kids to protect themselves from attackers. Class is set in a fun, yet structured environment. Children will achieve great self-confidence and leadership skills through the physical techniques, mental strategies, drills and exercises. Children focus on healthy attitudes rather than perfection! An ongoing course, you work at your own pace. Instructor: Sensei Jason Wikaryasz, certified instructor with 3rd Degree Black Belt. 6 weeks.
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53233
ID# 3319.101 FEE: $29
9/27 – 11/1 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday Forsythe, Gym Annex
ID# 3319.102 FEE: $29
11/8 – 12/13 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday Forsythe, Gym Annex
Kids Power Karate
Junior Jujitsu/Judo
Grades 1-6. Self-defense, physical fitness, conflict resolution, teamwork and anti-kidnapping techniques are the emphasis of this traditional training class. Specifically designed for children to learn prevention, and respect for themselves and others. Wear loose comfortable clothing. nstructor: Professional Karate Schools of America instructors. 7 weeks.
Grades 8-12. We have developed Junior Judo/Jujitsu, sports that are practiced throughout the world, to instill a strong understanding of the basics of self-defense using play-based activities as well as standard teaching processes. Both the sports of Judo and Jujitsu strongly encourage the development of the mind as well as the body with emphasis on active problem solving skills. Although this class will teach students to defend against striking attacks, we never teach striking techniques. Instructor: Frank Gerlitz, PhD. 5 Blackbelt Judo, 7 Blackbelt Jujitsu. 7 weeks. ID# 3316.101 10/1 – 11/12 Saturday FEE: $ 59 2:20 PM – 3:20 PM Scarlett, Upper Gym
ID# 3312.101 9/30 – 11/18 FEE: $35 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM ID# 3312.102 10/1 – 11/19 FEE: $35 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
Friday PKSA Dojang Saturday PKSA Dojang
Grades 1-8. Learn to fly – and land without getting hurt! Aikido is a form of Japanese Budo based on the philosophy and martial arts of the Japanese Samurai. Aikido, the way of harmony, involves redirecting an attack by using throws and pins in a fun, noncompetitive atmosphere. You will learn to fall safely, plus thowing and locking techniques. You’ll practice movements that improve flexibility, focus and self control. Instructor: Wade Davis, Aikido Yoshokai Assoc. of North America. 10 weeks.
Parent/youth ages 5-12. Play-based activities and FAMIL D role-playing are used to practice Judo/Jujitsu based self-defense techniques. They will help your child become more self confident, learn self control all while improving your parent-child relationship. Your child will develop physical problem-solving skills that can transfer to many areas of their lives and introduces them to a lifelong sport. Instructor: Frank Gerlitz, PhD. 5 Blackbelt Judo, 7 Blackbelt Jujitsu. 7 weeks. ID# 3315.101 10/1 – 11/12 Saturday FEE: $ 59 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM Scarlett, Upper Gym
9/19 – 11/28 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
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Monday Scarlett, Upper Gym
Youth Yoga Kids Yoga
FUN!
ID# 3311.101 FEE: $69
&E
Bully Proofing Y
Aikido
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53248
FEE: $59
Yoga provides a positive channel to excessive energy and emotional overload. Using fun yoga postures, music and sound therapy, children develop flexibility and strength. Mats provided or bring your own. 8 weeks. CLASS ID#
GR
LOCATION
DAY
TIME
DATES
INSTRUCTOR
3705.101
K-5
Ann Arbor Open, Aud.
Monday
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 10/17 – 12/5
Lauren Crimando
3705.102
K-2
Bryant, Gym
Friday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM 10/7 – 12/16
Nydia Quiroga
3705.103
K-5
Burns Park, Music Rm.
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM 10/6 – 12/15
Nydia Quiroga
3705.104
K-5
Northside, Gym
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM 10/11 – 12/6
Lauren Crimando
3705.105
3-5
Pattengill, MPR
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM 10/13 – 12/8
Lauren Crimando
3705.106
K-5
Wines, Gym
Wednesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM 10/12 – 12/7
Lauren Crimando
See page 31 for NEW “Teen Yoga” and “Family Yoga”
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Instructional Sports
Call 734-994-2300 ext. 53233
Baton Twirling Girls and Boys. Grades K-8. New or experienced twirlers are welcome. Do you want to learn a new way to express your school spirit? Individual and group routines with marching and twirling are taught. Perform for family and friends! You will have the opportunity to participate in an annual recital/awards presentation and parades (not included with the class). If you need a baton, they are measured the first day and the $27 fee paid to the coach. Instructor: Jenney Gordon, owner Jenney Lynn's Baton Twirling Academy. 5-6 weeks. Classes meet in the school gym. CLASS ID#
LOCATION
GR
DAY
TIME
DATES
FEE
3430.101
Haisely
K-8
Thursday
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
9/29 – 11/3
$49
3430.102
Haisley
K-8
Thursday
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
11/10 – 12/15
$45
3430.103
Burns Park
K-5
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/29 – 11/3
$49
3430.104
Burns Park
K-5
Thursday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
11/10 – 12/15
$45
3430.105
Pattengill
3-8
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
9/27 – 11/1
$49
3430.106
Pattengill
3-8
Tuesday
3:50 PM – 4:50 PM
11/15 – 12/13
$45
3430.107
Slauson
6-8
Friday
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
9/30 – 11/4
$49
3430.108
Slauson
6-8
Friday
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
11/11 – 12/16
$45
Gymnastics FEE: $85 Boys and Girls, Ages 4-Kindergarten and Grades 1-5. Gymnastics incorporates strength, flexibility, speed, balance, coordination, discipline and self-esteem into a fun skill building activity. A combination of floor exercises, vaulting, balance beam, uneven bars and wedge mat is practiced. Your child will progress at his/ her own rate. AGE 4-K AND LEVEL 1 (Grades 1-5) skill practiced appropriate for age and experience level. LEVEL II (Grades 1-5) Prerequisite: Able to demonstrate a Cartwheel. LEVEL III (Grades 1-5) Prerequisite: Able to demonstrate a back walkover. Instructors: Tumble Tot Gymnastics staff. 9 weeks. CLASS ID #
LEVEL
DAY
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
3201.101
Ages 4-K
Tuesday
9/27 – 11/22
5:45 PM – 6:30 PM
Clague, Upper Gym
3201.102
Level II and III
Tuesday
9/27 – 11/22
6:35 PM – 7:35 PM
Clague, Upper Gym
3201.103
Ages 4-K
Saturday
9/24 – 11/19
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM Scarlett, Upper Gym
3201.104
Level I and II
Saturday
9/24 – 11/19
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM Scarlett, Upper Gym
3201.105
Lev II and III
Saturday
9/24 – 11/19
12 Noon – 1:00 PM
Flag Football Instructional League FEE: $99 Grades K-2. Do you want your child to have fun and be safe learning how to play football? We will teach your child everything they need to learn about football without the contact - we use flags! Your child will learn about offensive and defensive strategies, teamwork skills, and sportsmanship in a fun, pressure free program. Each day will consist of a short practice followed with an actual game! Small player/coach ratio, 8:1 or less. The idea behind this is to learn and practice in a game environment. Each player receives a t-shirt! 6 weeks. Location: Forsythe. DAY
DATE
TIME
3404.101
CLASS ID #
K
Sunday
9/18 – 10/23
12 Noon – 1:00 PM
3404.102
1
Sunday
9/18 – 10/23
1:05 PM – 2:05 PM
3404.103
2
Sunday
9/18 – 10/23
2:10 PM – 3:10 PM
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Scarlett, Upper Gym
After School Sports
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53233
Do you want to learn a new sport or improve your skills in the sport you love to play? Then join us after school. All levels welcome! New players will catch on to the fundamentals quickly through drills and practice. Lesson plans are adjusted accordingly to each players skill level so every child improves! Teamwork and sportsmanship are emphasized. Instructors: One on One Soccer Sports. 8-10 weeks.
TIME: 3:50 PM–4:50 PM LOCATION: School Gym
After School Lacrosse
Grades 1-5. FEE: $79
CLASS D
LOCATION
DAY
DATES
3403.101
Bach
Monday
9/26 – 11/14
3403.102
Eberwhite
Monday
9/26 – 11/18
3403.103
Lakewood
Thursday
9/29 – 11/17
3403.104
Pittsfield
Wednesday
9/28 – 11/15
After School Kicks Soccer
Grades K-5.
FEE: $79
CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DATE
DAY
3401.101
Allen
9/28 – 11/16
Wednesday
3401.102
Bryant
9/27 – 11/22
Tuesday
3401.103
Lawton
9/28 – 11/16
Wednesday
3401.104
Lakewood
9/30 - 11/18
Friday
3401.105
Thurston
9/29 - 11/17
Thursday
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We use running to help prepare girls for a lifetime of self respect and healthy living. Over the course of a 10week season our volunteer coaches teach lifeskill lessons such as handling bullies, dealing with body image and the media, making healthy decisions and contributing to the community. Along the way, the girls train together to run in a 3.1 mile run.
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After School Hoops Basketball
Grades 1-5. FEE: $99
CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
DATE
3402.101
Allen
Tuesday
9/27 – 12/6
3402.102
Angell
Thursday
9/29 – 12/9
3402.103
Burns Park
Friday
9/30 – 12/9
3402.104
Dicken
Thursday
9/29 – 12/8
3402.105
Eberwhite
Thursday
9/29 – 12/8
3402.106
Haisley
Monday
9/26 – 11/28
3402.107
Logan
Friday
9/30 – 12/9
3402.108
Wines
Tuesday
9/27 – 12/6
After School Flag Football
Grades K-5.
FEE: $79
CLASS ID#
LOCATION
DAY
DATES
3405.101
Abbot
Tuesday
9/27 - 11/22
3405.102
Lawton
Monday
9/26 - 11/14
3405.103
Northside
Wednesday
9/28 - 11/16
3405.104
Pattengill
Wednesday
9/28 - 11/16
3405.105
Wines
Monday
9/26 - 11/14
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Youth Swim
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53232 Email: recedswim@aaps.k12.mi.us
For more information on our Aquatics Program visit our newly updated website at www.aareced.com.
Pre-K Swim Ages 3-4 years only. Your preschool-age child will focus on blowing bubbles, splashing, and other basic movements through the use of songs and games. His or her enjoyment of the water will greatly increase and your child will be better prepared for our Learn To Swim levels. This is an independent experience, designed for young children who are already comfortable in the water without a parent. 8 weeks. ID# 3501.114 FEE: $65
9/30– 11/18 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Friday High Point, Pool
ID# 3501.115 FEE: $65
9/30– 11/18 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Friday High Point, Pool
POOL WATER DEPTHS Forsythe Pool: 3’6” to 10’ Scarlett Pool: 3’6” to 10’ High Point Pool: 2’10” to 6’
Private and Semi-private Swim Lessons
Parent/Child Classes EC &
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Fee per child. These classes require at least one adult to accompany each child in water. D FAMIL E Please Note: If your child is not 100% toilet-trained they will need to wear a swim diaper. 7- 8 weeks. INFANT/TOT Parent/child class. Children, from 6 months to 3 years of age, will learn water adjustment, kicking, and getting their face splashed. Parents and children bond with songs and rhymes that help children feel comfortable in the water. PRESCHOOL Parent/child class for 3-5 yr olds. Children will practice basic water adjustment skills and preliminary aquatic skills, and gain independence through the use of games and songs. Children work on skills that prepare them for participation in instructor-led levels. Emphasis is on building confidence and independence from the parent. CLASS ID#
LEVEL
LOCATION
DAY
TIME
DATES
FEE
3506.101
Infant/Tot
Scarlett
Saturday
10:00 AM – 10:35 AM
9/24 – 11/12
$65
3506.103
Infant/Tot
Scarlett
Saturday
10:40 AM – 11:15 AM
9/24 – 11/12
$65
3501.101
Infant/Tot
Forsythe
Monday
6:40 PM – 7:15 PM
9/26 – 11/14
$65
3506.104
Preschool
Forsythe
Tuesday
5:30 PM – 6:05 PM
9/27 – 11/15
$59
Classes are $120 for four 30-minute private sessions or $80 per participant for four 30-minute semi-private sessions. Various pools, times, and instructors are available. Call the Rec&Ed Swim program at 734-994-2300 ext. 53232, for more information and to schedule convenient times. Due to the large volume of calls we receive, you may need to leave a message and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.
Diving Classes Students need to be able to swim one full length of the pool and tread water for one minute in the deep end to take any of these classes. A test of these skills will be given on the first day. If this test is not passed, a refund credit for the class will placed on your account. BEGINNING DIVING You will focus on diving fundamentals and will be introduced to diving from the edge of the pool, working up to a front line-up and a one-step hurdle off the board. Stretches and dry-land exercises will be practiced as well. No prior diving experience necessary. 8 weeks ADVANCED BEGINNING DIVING You will continue lo work on diving skills. Dives taught will include an up-and-over dive, tuck jump, and a back line-up off the board. Comfort with a line-up and one-step hurdle is necessary prior to attending this class. Stretches and dry-land exercises will be practiced as well. 8 weeks. INTERMEDIATE DIVING You will be coached in the basics of the back dive, front tuck, and front pike. A front flip and an inward dive may also be taught, depending on the comfort and interest of the students. Comfort with a one-step hurdle, front line-up, upand-over dive, and supported back line-up is necessary prior to attending this class. Stretches and dry-land exercises will be practiced as well. 8 weeks. CLASS ID#
DIVING LEVEL
LOCATION
DAY
TIME
DATES
FEE
3501.111
Beginning
Skyline
Saturday
12 Noon – 12:45 PM
9/24 – 11/12
$85
3501.112
Advanced Beginning
Skyline
Saturday
12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
9/24 – 11/12
$85
3501.113
Intermediate
Skyline
Saturday
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
9/24 – 11/12
$85
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LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS
Please read the swim level descriptions below carefully for correct class placement. Participants must have the required skill to participate in the selected class. Note that we can no longer transfer participants to lower level classes. If you have questions regarding swim levels call 734-994-2300 ext. 53232. For complete descriptions please see: www.aaps.k12.mi.us/reced.instr _prog/children_s_swim_lessons LEVEL 1 Age: 4-6 Requirement: must be comfortable in water without a parent. LEVEL 1.5 Age: 7-10 Requirement: must be comfortable in water without a parent. LEVEL 2 Age: 4+ Requirement: must be comfortable with head or face in water and have overcome their fear of water. LEVEL 3 Age: 5+ Requirement: must be able to front and back float independently and take 1-2 strokes by themselves. LEVEL 4 Age: 6+ Requirement: must be able to swim independently half the width of the pool (5yds) while using side breathing. LEVEL 5 Age: 7+ Requirement: must be able to swim independently the full width of the pool with proper front and backstroke technique. LEVEL 6 Age: 7+ Requirement: must be able to swim independently the full width of the pool with proper technique, and be comfortable swimming in the deep end. LEVEL 7 Age: 8+ Requirement: must be able to swim half the length of the pool using 3 major strokes, and butterfly width of the pool. LEVEL 8 Age: 8+ Requirement: must be able to swim the full length of the pool using 3 major strokes, and butterfly half the length of the pool. LEVEL 9 Age: 9+ Requirement: must be able to swim 2 full lengths (50yds) of 3 major strokes, and 1 full length of butterfly, with good technique, and have endurance to swim continuously for 1 hour.
Scarlett – Saturday Lessons FEE: $65
Dates: 9/24 –11/12
Forsythe - Monday Lessons FEE: $65 Dates: 9/26 – 11/14
8 classes.
CLASS ID#
LEVEL
TIME
3511.101
Level 1.5
7:20 PM – 7:55 PM
3521.101
Level 2
6:00 PM – 6:35 PM
3531.101
Level 3
6:00 PM – 6:35 PM
3541.101
Level 4
7:20 PM – 7:55 PM
3551.101
Level 5
6:40 PM – 7:15 PM
Forsythe - Tuesday & Thursday Lessons FEE: Session I, II: $55 Session III: $49 1st Session 9/27 – 10/13 6 classes. 2nd Session 10/20 – 11/10 6 classes. 3rd Session 11/29 – 12/13 5 classes.
1ST
2ND
LEVEL
TIME
3516.105
3516.115
3516.125
3RD
Level 1
6:50 PM – 7:25 PM
3526.105
3526.115
3526.125
Level 2
6:10 PM – 6:45 PM
3536.105
3536.115
3536.125
Level 3
6:50 PM – 7:25 PM
3546.105
3546.115
3546.125
Level 4
6:10 PM – 6:45 PM
3576.105
3576.115
3576.125
Level 7
5:30 PM – 6:05 PM
Competitive Swim – Session I, II: $65 Session III: $59 3596.105
3596.115
3596.125 Level 9
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
8 classes.
Scarlett – Wednesday Lessons
CLASS ID#
LEVEL
TIME
3516.101
Level 1
11:20 AM – 11:55 AM
3516.102
Level 1
12:40 PM – 1:15 PM
CLASS ID#
LEVEL
TIMES
3526.101
Level 2
12 Noon – 12:35 PM
3515.106
Level 1
5:55 PM – 6:30 PM
Level 2
5:15 PM – 5:50 PM
FEE: $65
Dates: 9/28 – 11/16
8 classes.
3526.102
Level 2
1:20 PM – 1:55 PM
3525.106
3536.101
Level 3
11:20 AM – 11:55 AM
3525.116
Level 2
6:35 PM – 7:10 PM
3536.102
Level 3
12:40 PM – 1:15 PM
3535.106
Level 3
5:55 PM – 6:30 PM
3536.103
Level 3
1:20 PM – 1:55 PM
3545.106
Level 4
5:15 PM – 5:50 PM
3546.101
Level 4
12 Noon – 12:35 PM
3555.106
Level 5
7:15 PM – 7:50 PM
Level 6
7:15 PM – 7:50 PM
Level 8
6:35 PM – 7:10 PM
3556.101
Level 5
10:40 AM – 11:15 AM
3565.106
3566.101
Level 6
10:00 AM – 10:35 AM
3585.106
Water Polo Water Polo Boys and Girls, Grades 5-8. Beginning to advanced players welcome. You’ll have a great time learning or improving your water polo game through instruction on individual skills, team fundamentals and scrimmaging. Head Coaches: Evan Koohan and Justin Thoresen, Huron Water Polo. 8 weeks. ID# 3597.101 9/26 – 11/14 Monday FEE: $45 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Huron, Pool
REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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Youth Tennis
Call 734-994-2300, ext. 53243 Email: shadigiv@aaps.k12.mi.us
Player Level Descriptions: MIGHTY MITE (Ages 5-7) Learn basic stroke fundamentals and improve hand-eye coordination in a fun games-based approach to tennis. “Short” racquets provided by instructors on-court. Instructors incorporate new USTA QuickStart curriculum. BEGINNER (Ages 8-10, and 11-15) (Offered in Spring, Summer, Fall) Little or no experience; will learn basic stroke mechanics of forehand, backhand, volley, serve, as well as scoring and basic rules. BEGINNER II (Ages 8-15) (Offered in Summer, Fall, Winter) Beginner class or equivalent; will continue to refine strokes and build confidence, agility and consistency. ADVANCED BEGINNER (Ages 9-15) Prerequisite: Beginner or equivalent - can rally the ball using both forehand and backhand from mid to backcourt, hit volleys and serve (inconsistently); will review and improve all strokes, learn more about rules by playing interactive live ball games. INTERMEDIATE (Ages 9-15) Prerequisite: Advanced Beginner - can rally from the baseline fairly consistently, feels comfortable at net hitting volleys and overheads, serves fairly consistently from baseline; will work on perfecting all strokes, confidence and consistency, begin match play, and strategy. 6 weeks. Classes include instruction, drills, fun games, fitness, agility and team building exercises. Please read the player level descriptions and age levels above carefully for correct class placement. Registered participants ages 8+ may check out a free loaner tennis racquet from the office one week prior to the start of class. 6 weeks.
Instructional Tennis Classes (Outdoors) CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
TIME
DATES
LOCATION
FEE
3603.101
Mighty Mite
Mon/Wed
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
9/19 – 10/5
Clague
$75
3601.101
Beginner (Ages 11-15)
Mon/Wed
4:45 PM – 6:00 PM
9/19 – 10/5
Forsythe
$79
3601.102
Beginner
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
9/19 – 10/5
Clague
$79
3601.103
Beginner (Ages 8-10)
Tues/Thurs
5:00 PM – 6:15 PM
9/20 – 10/6
Tappan
$79
3601.104
Begin II/Adv Beg
Tues/Thurs
6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
9/20 – 10/6
Tappan
$79
3601.105
Intermediate
Mon/Wed
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
9/19 – 10/5
Forsythe
$85
Instructional Tennis Classes (Indoors) Participants must wear athletic shoes with non-marking soles. CLASS ID#
LEVEL
DAY
TIME
DATES
LOCATION
FEE
3603.111
Mighty Mite
Sunday
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
10/30 – 12/11
UM Varsity
$89
3601.111
Beginner II/Adv Beg
Sunday
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
10/30 – 12/11
UM Varsity
$105
3601.112
Intermediate
Sunday
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
10/30 – 12/11
UM Varsity
$105
Team Tennis First practice includes a skills assessment for proper team placement. Practices are outdoor with no indoor back-up. Registration for Indoor Team Tennis program with USTA travel team matches will be posted online in October. 8 classes. PURPLE TEAM (Ages 9-14, Intermediate) Prerequisite: Intermediate instructional class or equivalent. Players can serve and rally full court fairly consistently. Purple Team players drill, incorporate net play, match etiquette, strategy and play singles and doubles matches. Great tennis experience for intermediate skill level, middle school/upper elementary players. RED TEAM (Ages 10-14, Advanced) Prerequisite: Purple Team experience or equivalent. Players consistently serve and rally from the baseline, have proficient net skills, and can comfortably play singles and doubles matches. Participants eligible to play competitively indoors in the late fall and winter on our 14 &Under USTA Junior Tennis travel team (Ann Arbor Aces). GOLD TEAM (Ages 13-17, Intermediate-Advanced) Prerequisite: Red Team, JV tennis experience, or equivalent. Participants are encouraged to play competitively on our 18 & Under USTA Junior travel tennis team indoors in the late fall and winter. With Gold Team practice and competitive match play, participants should feel confident playing JV high school tennis. CLASS ID#
3608.101 3608.102 3608.103
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LEVEL
DAY & TIME
Purple Team
Sunday: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
(Intermediate)
Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Red Team
Sunday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
(Advanced)
Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Gold Team
Sunday: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
(Interm. & Adv)
Thursday: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
DATES
9/18 – 10/11
LOCATION
FEE
Huron
$129
Forsythe 9/18 – 10/12
Huron
$139
UM Varsity 9/18 – 10/13
FALL 2011 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
Pioneer UM Varsity
$139
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Processing begins September 6 Mail your form and payment to Rec&Ed 1515 S. Seventh St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Starting September 6, call 734-994-2300, ext. 53275 between 8 AM-4:30 PM, to register and pay by credit card. Sorry, no scholarship discounts can be accepted by phone. Due to the volume of calls, you may need to leave a message
Starting September 6 Fax your form to to 734-994-1454 Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Bring your form to the Rec&Ed office starting September 6, Mon-Fri 8 AM-4:30 PM or use the 24 hour Lobby Drop Box. The lobby light will come on when you open the door.
Rec&Ed POLICIES & INFORMATION Refund/Credit Policy
You’re entitled to a full refund as a credit on your Rec&Ed account if you submit your cancellation request at least three days prior to the start of the first day of the class or activity by email to refunds@aaps. k12.mi.us or by dropping off your request at our office or by mail to REC&ED Refund Request, 1515 S. 7th St., Ann Arbor, 48103. Program offerings cancelled by Rec&Ed will be fully refunded via credit card or check, based on your original payment method. See the complete refund policy at www.aareced.com/reced.home/reced.catalog/ refund_policies
Wait List Policy
Scholarship Program
Fee waivers (scholarships) are available to permanent residents of the Ann Arbor Public School District. Scholarship application and detailed information is available at the Rec&Ed office or online at www.aareced. com/reced.home/scholarships.
Senior Adult Discounts
Residents of the Ann Arbor Public School District age 65 and older are eligible for a 50% discount on one class per term. The discount does not apply to co-sponsored classes, material and supply charges, field trips or tickets to performances.
Participants who register after a class has reached its maximum enrollment will be placed on a wait list and will be contacted when an opening is available. Please do not attend the class for which you are wait-listed until you are notified by our office.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Weather & Facility Cancellation Hotlines
Allergies
Rec&Ed activities for youth programs will be cancelled when the Civil Preparedness office issues a severe weather or tornado Warning. When a school is closed due to power loss or other facility problems, the Rec&Ed activities in that school are cancelled. Check our website at www.aareced.com or call 734-994-2300 followed by the extension below. Department-wide
ext. 53114
Swim
ext. 53116
Team Sports
ext. 53115
Tennis
ext. 53117
Sports Camps/Classes
ext.53119
Fitness
ext. 53132
Access to programs and facilities is intended to be non-discriminatory. Please call at least four weeks in advance if you are requesting a special accommodation. For more information call 734-994-2300, ext. 53219. Rec&Ed staff follow the Ann Arbor Schools' No Nut Snack and Nutrition policy. If you receive a message or see a sign indicating that a building, or area in a building is nut or dairy-free, please be respectful of that rule. If your child has any allergies or medical conditions of which we should be aware, please indicate at registration. If your child has an allergy action plan, please let us know at least 4 weeks in advance of your child's participation in the camp or class. For more information call 734-9942300 ext. 53219.
Detailed Course Descriptions and More Information
Additional information, complete descriptions, directions and no class dates can be found at www.aareced.com. Select Online Registration.
Fall Registration forms are on pages 60 & 61. REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.AARECED.COM
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C E R ED &
FALL 2011 REGISTRATION FORM PLEASE PRINT AND FILL OUT COMPLETELY. USE SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH PAYOR
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Residency: Is your primary residence within the Ann Arbor Public School District? Yes q No q Do you have a current Rec&Ed scholarship? Yes q No q Pending q ID#________________ Change in address or phone for registrant since last registration? Yes q No q Change in address or phone for payor since last registration? Yes q No q
CLASS CLASS & & CAMP CAMP SELECTIONS SELECTIONS CLASS/CAMP ID#
Office Use
Batch # _________ Trans # _________
#2 #1 PARTICIPANT PARTICIPANT INFORMATION INFORMATION
CLASS/CAMP TITLE
Office Use
FEE FIRST NAME _______________________________________________ LAST NAME ________________________________________________
q CK q CA q CC q CR
ADDRESS_______________________________CITY ________________ # _____________ ST ______ ZIP ______________ PHONE __________________________ BIRTHDATE_______________ GENDER: M q F q GRADE ___________ SCHOOL CHILD WILL ATTEND IN FALL 11 ______________________________
REQUIRED INFORMATION: FOR YOUTH ENROLLING IN CLASS OR CAMP
Total $__________ Disc. ___________
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME _________________________________________________________________ PHONE: (__________) __________________________________ DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE ANY ALLERGIES OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS? q NO q YES (EXPLAIN) _____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ DATE ___________________________ SIGNATURE ______________________________________________
CLASS & CAMP SELECTIONS CLASS/CAMP ID#
#2 PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
CLASS/CAMP TITLE
Office Use
FEE FIRST NAME _______________________________________________ LAST NAME ________________________________________________
q CK q CA q CC q CR
ADDRESS_______________________________CITY ________________
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ST ______ ZIP ______________ PHONE __________________________
Total $__________
BIRTHDATE_______________ GENDER: M q F q GRADE ___________
Disc. ___________
SCHOOL CHILD WILL ATTEND IN FALL 11 ______________________________ REQUIRED INFORMATION: FOR YOUTH ENROLLING IN CLASS OR CAMP
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME _________________________________________________________________ PHONE: (__________) __________________________________ DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE ANY ALLERGIES OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS? q NO q YES (EXPLAIN) _____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ DATE ___________________________ SIGNATURE ______________________________________________
Payor Name
(Person paying for classes(es) activities
FIRST NAME _____________________________________ LAST NAME____________________________________________________
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STREET
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HOME PHONE (_______) ________________________________ WORK PHONE (_________)__________________________________ EMAIL ____________________________________________________________ BIRTHDATE________________ GENDER: M q F q
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q CHECK q CREDIT CARD q SCHOLARSHIP # __________________ q CREDIT ON Rec&Ed ACCOUNT
Name _________________________________________________________________________________________ Print your name exactly as it appears on the credit card q VISA q Mastercard q AM EXPRESS Total Fee (Required) $ ________________________________________ Sorry we cannot accept debit cards at this time Card # _____________________________________________ Exp. Date _____________ CVV# ________________ 3-DIGIT SECURITY CODE
SIGNATURE (REQUIRED) __________________________________________________________________________ I agree to pay above total amount according to the card issuers agreement and the Rec&Ed Refund/Credit policy as listed in this catalog.
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Make check payable to: AAPS (ANN ARBOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS) Do not send cash.
ADDRESS _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
PAYMENT METHOD:
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q $1 donation to the Rec&Ed Scholarship Fund
Amount Paid: $_______________
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FALL 2011 REGISTRATION FORM PLEASE PRINT AND FILL OUT COMPLETELY. USE SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH PAYOR
______ of _______
Residency: Is your primary residence within the Ann Arbor Public School District? Yes q No q Do you have a current Rec&Ed scholarship? Yes q No q Pending q ID#________________ Change in address or phone for registrant since last registration? Yes q No q Change in address or phone for payor since last registration? Yes q No q
CLASS CLASS & & CAMP CAMP SELECTIONS SELECTIONS CLASS/CAMP ID#
Office Use
Batch # _________ Trans # _________
#2 #1 PARTICIPANT PARTICIPANT INFORMATION INFORMATION
CLASS/CAMP TITLE
Office Use
FEE FIRST NAME _______________________________________________ LAST NAME ________________________________________________
q CK q CA q CC q CR
ADDRESS_______________________________CITY ________________ # _____________ ST ______ ZIP ______________ PHONE __________________________ BIRTHDATE_______________ GENDER: M q F q GRADE ___________ SCHOOL CHILD WILL ATTEND IN FALL 11 ______________________________
REQUIRED INFORMATION: FOR YOUTH ENROLLING IN CLASS OR CAMP
Total $__________ Disc. ___________
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME _________________________________________________________________ PHONE: (__________) __________________________________ DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE ANY ALLERGIES OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS? q NO q YES (EXPLAIN) _____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ DATE ___________________________ SIGNATURE ______________________________________________
CLASS & CAMP SELECTIONS CLASS/CAMP ID#
#2 PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
CLASS/CAMP TITLE
Office Use
FEE FIRST NAME _______________________________________________ LAST NAME ________________________________________________
q CK q CA q CC q CR
ADDRESS_______________________________CITY ________________
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ST ______ ZIP ______________ PHONE __________________________
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BIRTHDATE_______________ GENDER: M q F q GRADE ___________
Disc. ___________
SCHOOL CHILD WILL ATTEND IN FALL 11 ______________________________ REQUIRED INFORMATION: FOR YOUTH ENROLLING IN CLASS OR CAMP
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME _________________________________________________________________ PHONE: (__________) __________________________________ DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE ANY ALLERGIES OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS? q NO q YES (EXPLAIN) _____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ DATE ___________________________ SIGNATURE ______________________________________________
Payor Name
(Person paying for classes(es) activities
FIRST NAME _____________________________________ LAST NAME____________________________________________________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ STREET
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Make check payable to: AAPS (ANN ARBOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS) Do not send cash.
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CITY ST ZIP
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q CHECK q CREDIT CARD q SCHOLARSHIP # __________________ q CREDIT ON Rec&Ed ACCOUNT
Name _________________________________________________________________________________________ Print your name exactly as it appears on the credit card q VISA q Mastercard q AM EXPRESS Total Fee (Required) $ ________________________________________ Sorry we cannot accept debit cards at this time Card # _____________________________________________ Exp. Date _____________ CVV# ________________ 3-DIGIT SECURITY CODE
SIGNATURE (REQUIRED) __________________________________________________________________________
q $1 donation to the Rec&Ed Scholarship Fund Amount Paid: $_______________
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Mail entire form to: Rec&Ed FALL 2011 1515 S. Seventh St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103
I agree to pay above total amount according to the card issuers agreement and the Rec&Ed Refund/Credit policy as listed in this catalog.
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Rec&Ed Class Map Key Rec&Ed Locations
Other Rec&Ed Class Sites
Rec&Ed Office/Conference Room, Classrooms and Lounge 1515 S. Seventh, E Wing, Pioneer (E-7) Enter at Pioneer High Dr. off 7th Street Ann Arbor Preschool & Family Center (G-9) 2775 Boardwalk CAB- Eberbach Cultural Arts Building (G-7) 1220 S. Forest St, at corner of Wells Street High Point 1735 S. Wagner Road (A-7) WISD-Washtenaw Intermediate School District (A-8) 1819 S. Wagner Road
Elementary Schools Abbot Allen Angell Bach Bryant Burns Park Carpenter Dicken Eberwhite Haisley King Lakewood Lawton Logan Ann Arbor Open @ Mack Mitchell Northside Pattengill Pittsfield Thurston Wines
Middle Schools Clague Forsythe Scarlett Slauson Tappan
High Schools Community Huron Pioneer Roberto Clemente Skyline Stone School
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2670 Sequoia Parkway 2560 Towner Boulevard 1608 S. University 600 W. Jefferson 2150 Santa Rosa Drive 1414 Wells Street 4250 Central Boulevard 2135 Runnymede 800 Soule 825 Duncan 3800 Waldenwood Drive 344 Gralake 2250 S. Seventh 2685 Traver 920 Miller 3550 Pittsview 912 Barton Drive 2100 Crestland Drive 2543 Pittsfield Boulevard 2300 Prairie 1701 Newport Road
2616 Nixon Road 1655 Newport Road 3300 Lorraine 1019 W. Washington 2251 E. Stadium Boulevard
(B-4) (I-9) (H-6) (F-5) (I-10) (H-7) (N-9) (C-7) (E-6) (C-4) (M-5) (B-5) (D-8) (J-2) (F-4) (K-10) (H-3) (I-8) (L-9) (K-2) (E-3)
(K-2) (E-3) (K-10) (D-5) (I-7)
401 N. Division (F-5) 2727 Fuller Road (K-5) 601 W. Stadium Boulevard (E-7) 4377 Textile Road (N-12) 2552 N. Maple Road (B-3) 2800 Stone School Road (I-9)
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A. Allmendinger Park....................................................................... (E-7) Pauline Street, between S. Seventh and Main B. Ann Arbor Music Center............................................................ (F-6) 317 S. Ashley C. BalancePoint Fitness ...............................................................(D-11) 3770 Plaza Drive, Suite 1 D. Be in Awe Studio.......................................................................... (H-4) 1632 Broadway E. Bodies in Balance .........................................................................(G-5) 211 E. Ann Street F. The Chippewa Club .................................................................... (O-9) 2525 Golfside Road G. Coffee House Creamery ............................................................(A-4) 3790 Jackson Road H. Colonial Lanes Bowling ...........................................................(H-8) 1950 S. Industrial Highway I. Copper Leaf Crossing ............................................................. (A-12) 4940 Ann Arbor-Saline Road J. County Farm Park ....................................................................... (K-9) 2960 Washtenaw K. Dorian’s Studio............................................................................(D-10) L. Dakota Building......................................................................... (D-7) 1785 West Stadium M. Ita Yoga Studio............................................................................. (K-3) 2745 Plymouth Road N. Michigan Theater......................................................................... (G-6) 605 East Liberty Street O. Peaceful Dragon School ..........................................................(C-7) 1945 Pauline, Suite B P. PKSA Dojang ...............................................................................(D-11) 3770 Plaza Drive, Suite 2 Q. Sun Moon Yoga Studio.............................................................. (F-5) 404 W. Huron R. UM Varsity Tennis Center .........................................................(G-9) 2250 S. State Street S. WHC: Ellen Thompson Women’s Health Center........... (O-8) 5320 Elliott Drive, campus St. Joseph Mercy Hospital T. Whole Food Market .................................................................... (K-8) 3135 Washtenaw Avenue U. Wright Studio ............................................................................... (H-8) 1386 Coler OTHER LOCATIONS Baron Glassworks, 838 Railroad Street, Ypsilanti
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Rec&Ed Youth Team Sports Make sure your family is on the mailing list for the Rec&Ed Youth Team Sports your kids want to play this year!
Our teams are well-coached by fair and enthusiastic volunteers who strive to give all of the participants a well-rounded and enjoyable team-building and learning experience. If you would like to be added to our mailing list for any of the following sports for boys and girls, complete this form and mail or fax it to Rec&Ed Youth Sports. If your child participated in a youth sport last season, you are automatically on the mailing list for that sport.
Check all sports that apply:
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YOUTH #1 NAME _________________________________________________________ ADDRESS________________________________________________________________ CITY_______________________________________ ZIP __________________________ PHONE __________________________________________________________________ BIRTHDATE__________________________ GRADE __________
GENDER: M q F q
EMAIL ___________________________________________________________________
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YOUTH #2 NAME _________________________________________________________ ADDRESS________________________________________________________________ CITY_______________________________________ ZIP __________________________ PHONE __________________________________________________________________
c Winter Youth Indoor Soccer - Boys & Girls, grades 1-5
BIRTHDATE__________________________ GRADE __________
c Winter Youth Basketball - Boys & Girls, grades 4-8
GENDER: M q F q
EMAIL ___________________________________________________________________
c Winter High School Basketball - Boys & Girls, grades 9-12 c Spring Youth Flag Football - Boys & Girls, grades 3-8 c Spring Youth Field Hockey - Boys & Girls, grades 3-8 c Spring Youth Soccer - Boys & Girls, grades K-8 c Summer Kindergarten T-Ball, Boys & Girls, grade K c Summer Baseball - Boys & Girls, grades 1-8
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YOUTH #3 NAME _________________________________________________________ ADDRESS________________________________________________________________ CITY_______________________________________ ZIP __________________________
c Summer Softball - Girls, grades 1-8
PHONE __________________________________________________________________
c Summer High School Volleyball - Girls, grades 9-12
BIRTHDATE__________________________ GRADE __________
c Fall Youth Volleyball - Boys & Girls, grades 4-9
EMAIL ___________________________________________________________________
GENDER: M q F q
c Fall Youth Field Hockey - Boys & Girls, grades 3-6 c Fall Youth Lacrosse - Boys & Girls, grades 3-8 c Fall Youth Soccer - Boys & Girls, grades K-8 c Fall Youth Basketball - Boys & Girls, grades 2-4
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MAIL TO: Rec&Ed Youth Sports FAX TO: 734-994-1454 1515 S. Seventh St. (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM only) Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Click here for Youth Team Sports website!
YOUTH #4 NAME _________________________________________________________ ADDRESS________________________________________________________________ CITY_______________________________________ ZIP __________________________ PHONE __________________________________________________________________ BIRTHDATE__________________________ GRADE __________
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