Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation | Summer 2020

Sizzling Seniors A dynamic non-impact aerobics class that encourages the active senior to develop cardiovascular/respiratory conditioning, endurance, strength, flexibility and coordination. Drop-ins welcome. Classes run M/W/F from 8:30AM – 9:30AM. Questions: email [email protected] . Instructor: Beverly Myers Location: Los Gatos Youth Recreation Center – Room B Tai Chi Chuan The gentle movements of Yang style Tai Chi are practiced by millions of people for health, relaxation, and self-defense. Tai Chi is originally a martial art with applications of the movements for everyday self-defense. Instructor: Ken Andrade TAI CHI CHUAN I: This course focuses on the first seven movements of the Yang Style Long Form, which are then tied into a self-contained and complete practice that students can do at home. TAI CHI CHUAN II: This course is open to students who have completed a Tai Chi Chuan class or know the first section of the Yang Style Form. This is an ongoing class that meets year-round where students learn the complete 108 movement Yang Style Long Form. Location: Los Gatos Youth Recreation Center – Room A Tai Chi Chuan I Thu. 7:30PM – 8:30PM 10 mtgs. 6/25 – 8/27 $116 Tai Chi Chuan II Thu. 8:30PM – 9:30PM 10 mtgs. 6/25 – 8/27 $116 Yang Family Tai Chi Mingyang is the director of Yang Family Tai Chi Affiliated School in San Jose. He is a certified instructor of Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan traditional 103 form. NO CLASS: 5/20, 5/23, 7/1, 7/4. Instructor: Mingyang Li BEGINNER: This class is for those who have little knowledge of the Yang Family Tai Chi. They will start to learn the basic skills of Yang Family Tai Chi and the first section of 103 Hand Form. Students will learn 16 movements throughout the class. INTERMEDIATE: After students have completed the “Beginner’s” course, they will be able to continue learning the rest of the 103 Hand Form of Yang Family Tai Chi. TEST PREPARATION: Students who have completed 103 Hand Form, and want to take the Rank 1 test. Students will polish their 103 movements under the guidance of the teacher. Location: Joan Pisani Community Center – Patio Room Beginner Wed. 9:00AM – 10:00AM 11 mtgs 5/6 – 7/29 $142 Intermediate Wed. 10:00AM – 11:00AM 11 mtgs 5/6 – 7/29 $142 Test Preparation Wed. 11:00AM – 12:00PM 11 mtgs 5/6 – 7/29 $142 Location: Prospect Center – Friendship Hall Beginner Sat. 10:30AM – 11:30AM 11 mtgs 5/9 – 8/1 $142 Intermediate Sat. 11:30AM – 12:30PM 11 mtgs 5/9 – 8/1 $142 Chen Taiji BEGINNER: Emphasizing basic principles and body alignment for Tai chi through Wuji Quigog (standing meditation). Classes start with Silk Reeling Exercises, a set of spiral stretches and rotations to open all the joints and promote muscle relaxation and flexibility, before instruction begins in the 1st form of Chen Tai chi. ADVANCED: Exploring the internal energy of the 1st and 2nd form postures in depth, integrating with the external movements. Applications for the postures will be covered. Students have the option of learning these weapons: Jian (straight sword) and Dao (saber). Drop-in fee: $20. NO CLASS: 7/4. Instructor: Kathleen McCarty Location: Joan Pisani Community Center – Multipurpose Room Beginner Sat. 10:45AM – 11:45AM 8 mtgs. 6/13 – 8/8 $112 Advanced Sat. 11:45AM – 12:45PM 8 mtgs. 6/13 – 8/8 $112 STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Body Conditioning Gain strength, balance, flexibility, and stamina with exercises that are safe, effective and FUN. Modifications easily made to accommodate injuries and other movement limitations. Special emphasis is placed on good alignment for more ease of movement in class and in life! Please bring a mat or towel, weights and water to class. Drop-in fee: $10. Instructor: Marian Chiaramonte Location: Joan Pisani Community Center – Dance Studio M/W 9:00AM – 10:00AM 9 mtgs. 6/1 – 6/29 $72 M/W 9:00AM – 10:00AM 9 mtgs. 7/1 – 7/29 $72 M/W 9:00AM – 10:00AM 8 mtgs. 8/3 – 8/26 $64 Buff Bones Buff Bones is a medically-endorsed system of movement for bone and joint health. It leverages bone-strengthening & balance techniques along with Pilates, functional movement, strength training & therapeutic exercise. Toning your arms, hips, back & abs, the Buff Bones system also improves posture, is adaptable to varying levels, & is even safe for those with osteoporosis. Please bring a yoga/Pilates mat, small weights (2-3 lbs) and a small towel. Footwear: barefoot or non-slip socks. Drop-in fee: $20. NO CLASS: 7/6. Instructor: Alexis Iwasaki Location: Los Gatos Youth Recreation Center – Room A Mon. 9:30AM – 10:30AM 4 mtgs. 6/22 – 7/20 $54 Mon. 9:30AM – 10:30AM 4 mtgs. 7/27 – 8/17 $54 For Registration Information, see page 1 Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation | Summer 2020 63 ADULTS