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Be Open to New Things • Learn a Skill • Make a New Friend • Get connected Bend Senior Center Bend Senior Center 1600 SE Reed Market Road Located in Larkspur Park • (541) 388-1133 Business Hours Monday-Thursday 8:00 am -4:30 pm • Friday 8:00 am -4:00 pm Closures: Jan. 17, Martin Luther King Day • Feb. 21, President’s Day Join us January 3-7 For Fitness Week Come and Try Any of our Drop in Classes At the Senior Center for Free! Come Explore What We Have to Offer Elder Law Series Yoga Self Defense Garden Circuit Training Getting Started in Health & Fitness Photo Management Short Walks & History Talks Lunch & Learn Series Socal Ballroom Dance Nia Tai Chi for Older Populations PACE-Arthritis Foundation 24 Movement Tai Chi Laughter Yoga Forever Fit Social Drop in Programs Medical Makeover Stand Tall-Don’t Fall Balance Fitness Room Winter/Spring 2011 Pilates & Core Conditioning Functional Conditioning Strength & Weight Training Zumba Book Discussion Group Sleep Well Class ID = District Resident Fee OD = Out-of-District Fee *C = Contract Program 91

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Get Your Groove On! Intro to Social Ballroom Dance Ages: 16 & up #102410.1M January 10 - February 14 #102410.2M March 28 - May 9 M 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Bend Senior Center You CAN dance like a star. Learn basic step patterns and introduction to dance holds in these classes: Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba and East Coast Swing. No partner required; students are encouraged to dance with a variety of partners. Wear non-marking, smooth-soled shoes -- no open-toed shoes. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Beginning Social Ballroom Ages: 16 & up #102415.W1 January 26 - February 18 Foxtrot #102415.W2 March 9 - April 1 Rumba #102415.W3 April 6 - 29 Tango #102415.W4 May 4 - June 3 East Coast Swing (class does not meet May 11 & 13) W 7:00 - 8:30 pm & F 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Dance With Travis Studio 1012 S.E. Cleveland Square Loop Suite 1 Want to take your dancing to the next level? Beginning Social Ballroom features two classes per week; Wednesdays and Fridays. This class encourages many partner changes. No partner needed to attend. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Intermediate - Advanced Social Ballroom Ages: 16 & up #102400.T1 January 25 - February 15 Cha Cha #102400.T2 March 8 - 29 Foxtrot #102400.T3 April 5 - 26 Rumba #102400.T4 May 3 - 24 Tango T 7:00 - 8:30 pm Location: Dance With Travis Studio 1012 S.E. Cleveland Square Loop Suite 1 This is an advanced class that is open to anyone that has taken either two previous group class series or had 10 private lessons. Also, you must have general knowledge of basic normal hold and dance floor etiquette. Enrollment in class may be subject to instructor's discretion. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Intro to Line Dance Ages: 16 & up #102579.1T January 4 - 25 #102579.2T February 1 - 22 #102579.3T March 8 - 29 #102579.4T April 5 - 26 #102579.5T May 3 - 24 Tu 5:30 - 6:30 pm Location: Bend Senior Center Designed for the absolute beginner and beginner with some experience. Each 4 week session will progress from an introduction to a beginning level. No previous experience required. Instructor: Peggy Barnett Fee: $21 ID $29 OD Moderate Beginner Ages: 50 & up January 5 - May 18 (no class February 23, March 1) W 9:15 - 10:30 am Location: Bend Senior Center Designed for the beginner that has some experience with the basic steps but wants a little more challenge. This is a moderately paced progressive class. Basic experience required. Instructor: Peggy Barnett Fee: Fitness Pass or Drop in Intermediate Line Dance Ages: 50 & up January 7 - May 20 (no class February 25, March 3) F 10:15 - 11:30 am Location: Bend Senior Center Designed for those with prior experience wanting a little more challenge. More turns and steps will be added to this fun, progressive class. Instructor: Peggy Barnett Fee: Fitness Pass or Drop in High Intermediate Ages: 50 & up January 3 - May 23 (no class January 17, February 21 or February 28) M 9:15 - 10:30 am Location: Bend Senior Center Designed for the experienced dancer looking for a more advanced, progressive class. Lots of turns, more steps at a faster pace. Instructor: Peggy Barnett Fee: Fitness Pass or Drop in Be Well! Soaring Crane Remedy Routines Qigong Ages: 18 & up #102569.1M January 24 - March 14 M 8:00 - 9:30 am Location: Bend Senior Center Qigong is a self-healing art that combines movement and meditation. Regular practice of qigong can prevent and treat illness, reduce stress, balance the emotions, and integrate body, mind & spirit. Instructor: Steven Foster-Wexler, licensed acupuncturist and certified qigong instructor. Registration deadline 3 days prior to first class. Fee: $56 ID $76 OD *C Soaring Crane Qigong Ages: 18 & up #102568.1M April 4 - May 23 M 8:00 - 9:30 am Location: Bend Senior Center Chinese Soaring Crane Qigong provides a means of directly accessing the healing energy within oneself by coordinating movements and mental focus. The movements are easy to learn. Instructor: Steven Foster-Wexler, licensed acupuncturist and certified qigong instructor. Registration deadline 3 days prior to first class. Fee: $64 ID $86 OD *C T’ai Chi for Older Populations Ages: 50 & up January 3 - May 25 M/W 2:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Bend Senior Center This gentle class uses slow, circular movements to exercise all the muscles of the body and improve range of motion of the joints. Class format is specially designed to meet the needs of students with joint considerations. Fitness passes or drop in fee. Instructor: David Zimmerman 24-Movement T'ai Chi Ages: 18 & up January 3 - May 27 M 5:15 - 6:15 pm F 8:30 - 9:30 am Location: Bend Senior Center For those wishing to further their practice of T'ai Chi, we will learn a portion of the 24 Movement Yang Style T'ai Chi. Fitness passes or drop in fee. Instructor: David Zimmerman Laughter Yoga Ages: 18 & up #102718.1W April 13 - May 18 W 4:30 - 5:30 pm Location: Bend Senior Center Laughter Yoga is a natural, fun and easy way to move yourself toward well being in a supportive environment of self-care and joy. Because no yoga poses are involved, people of all ages and abilities can participate and gain the advantages that laughter and community can provide. Instructor: Deb Melhase, Certified Laughter Yoga Fee: $30 ID $41 OD BSC/JSFC Fitness Pass holders receive a 50% discount when registering for this class at JSFC/ BSC. Get Started in Health and Fitness Ages: 50 & up #102300.1W January 26 - February 18 W/F 10:00 - 11:00 am Location: Bend Senior Center The program includes sessions on getting started in the right exercise class, making healthy food choices and improving your overall well-being. Group meets twice a week for educational sessions that help you to set and achieve your goals. Classes are offered Wednesday and Friday mornings, 10:00- 11:00am. Visit www.bendseniorcenter.org or pick up class information and schedule at the Senior Center. Fee: $40 ID $54 OD Fitness Room at the Bend Senior Center Drop in fee $1 or buy an unlimited monthly fitness room pass for $10. What a deal! The use of the fitness room is included in the monthly fitness pass. Cardio equipment Stationary bikes Hand Weights Strength conditioning equipment Hours: Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday & Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Fitness Room Orientation Ages: 50 & up January 4 - May 24 Tu 10:15 - 11:15 am Orientations are held weekly. They are designed to educate the participant on how to use the equipment and machines. All participants must attend an orientation before using the fitness room and cardio equipment. Orientation fee: $8.00 Risks: Individuals must assume personal responsibility for the risks associated with the fitness room. Appropriate workout attire and shoes are required at all times. Orientation is required before using the fitness equipment. Strength & Conditioning Ages: 50 & up January 4 - May 26 Tu/Th 9:00 - 10:00 am This class is designed to increase muscular strength while improving cardiovascular health. Class will improve posture, range of motion, flexibility, balance, and hand/eye coordination. Instructor: Bill Gauvin Fee: Fitness Pass or Drop In Personalized Circuit Training Ages: 50 & up January 3 - May 25 M/W 1:15 - 2:15 pm Trainer/Instructor will assist participants in individualizing exercises to fit their goals and restrictions to safely and effectively progress. Circuit will include warmup, exercises for strength, flexibility, balance, and cooldown. Feel good and get fit with a lot of individual attention. Instructor has more than 12 years experience working with people with chronic conditions and post-rehabilitation exercise. Instructor: David Zimmerman Fee: Fitness Pass or drop in. Functional Conditioning Ages: 50 & up January 5 - May 25 W 8:45 - 9:45 am Well-rounded workout that combines muscle strengthening, flexibility and balance exercises designed to enhance muscle and bone strength, balance, joint range of motion and mobility. Benefits independent living skills. Instructor: Charlene Schulz Fee: Fitness Pass or drop in. Class Descriptions Forever Fit - Adult 50+ Mondays - Nia- A beautiful total-body class incorporating cardio movement to music from Jazz, Modern Dance, Yoga, Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do and more. Tuesdays - Light and low impact cardio and core conditioning integrating use of exercise balls, chairs and light weights. Bring your own exercise ball. Wednesdays - Build strength, endurance and improve balance. Finish your workout with a session of extended relaxation and gentle stretching to improve flexibility. Thursdays - Continuous light cardio with use of hand weights, bands and tubes to tone and condition muscles while you burn calories and build bone density! Fridays - Gentle Yoga- end your week with this gentle yoga stretch class. Class uses chairs and other props to assist you in your practice. Strength & Conditioning - Ages 50+ This class is designed to increase muscular strength while improving cardiovascular health. Class will help improve posture, range of motion, flexibility, balance, agility, and hand/eye coordination. Personalized Circuit Training - Ages 50+ Trainer/Instructor will assist participants in individualizing exercises to fit their goals and restrictions to safely and effectively progress. Circuit will include warm up, exercises for strength, flexibility, balance and cool down. Feel good and get fit with lots of individual attention. Instructor has more than 12 years experience working with people with chronic conditions and postrehabilitation exercise. P. A.C.E. Arthritis Program - Ages 50+ Designed to help keep joints flexible and strengthen muscles while reducing pain and stiffness. Take control and build a better you! Taught by certified Arthritis Foundation instructor. Stand Tall-Don’t Fall - Ages 50+ Loss of Balance can lead to fear of falling. This can result in a decrease in quality of life. This multi-faceted safe and fun program builds new skills to maintain balance. Taught by certified Arthritis instructor. Tai Chi for Older Populations - Ages 50+ This gentle class uses slow, circular movements to exercise all the muscles of the body and improve range of motion of the joints. Tai Chi relies not on external physical strength, but rather internal awareness to generate a feeling of overall health and vitality. Class format is specially designed to meet the needs of students with joint considerations. Yoga - Ages 18+ Increase energy, flexibility, strength and stamina. Yoga tones and conditions the body while reducing stress and relaxing tense muscles. Each class concludes with a final relaxation period. Class is designed for beginner and intermediate levels. Yoga mats and a blanket are recommended and not provided. Zumba Gold - Ages 50+ Gold classes offer a safe workout with minimal risk of injury. Classes combine flexibility and range of motion exercises while being seated or standing using the chair for balance. Pilates and Core Conditioning - Ages 18+ Make the most of your "indoor" workouts. Pilates focuses on functional movements and on using the "powerhouse" of abdominal muscles, obliques, and the body’s joint stabilizers effectively for healthy movement. Gain strength, flexibility and balance. Class is designed for beginner and intermediate levels, all ages of adulthood Zumba - Ages 18+ A Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance moves. Fun and easy to follow, this class is for dancers as well as non-dancers! Fitness Variety - Ages 50+ This is an introductory and progressive series of group exercise classes that will prepare you to attend our regular weekly sessions. Formats include cardio dance, pilates and core exercise, Tai Chi, functional fitness and more. Yoga & Pilates - Ages 18+ Techniques and benefits of Yoga and Pilates. Yoga will increase flexibility and balance. Pilates increases core strength and lengthens the muscles. Yoga Fundamentals - Ages 18+ Exploration of different styles of yoga. Each week we will focus on a specific type of yoga be it vinyasa flow, yin, restorative, relaxation, heart centered, therapeutics as well as use of props and proper alignment. All levels of experience welcome. Elder Law Series Ages: 18 & up #102701.1R April 5 - May 17 • Tu 5:30 - 7:30 pm Location: Bend Senior Center A seven part series that addresses legal issues that impact the 55+ population. Presented by a consortium of community experts and community partners. Topics include: Top Saving Strategies for these Crazy Times, Retirement Income on the House, Social Security Update- Let’s Go Online, Selecting Competent Professionals to Help Older Persons, Elder Exploitation of Senior Citizens, Strategies for Planning your Estate and Funeral Industry Practices: A Costly and Grave Matter. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Defend Yourself Against Violence Ages: 18 & up #102831.1W March 2 • W 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Bend Senior Center Gain personal confidence by learning the most effective strategies for defending yourself. You’ll learn how to enhance your awareness, assess threats, and manage violent situations. We’ll cover how to recognize threats and de-escalate situations, when legal use of force is warranted, and proven self-defense tactics. Fee: $20 ID $27 OD Short Walks and History Talks Do you long for a stroll in the great outdoors but don’t feel you are up to a rugged hike? Do you want to learn more about the history of Bend and Central Oregon? We have just the program for you. Short Walks and History Talks will introduce you to a 1/2 day program that will include a short walk and a history presentation or a visit to a historical site. You will need sturdy footwear, a small day pack to carry water, a sack lunch and money for an afterhike treat. A walking stick is recommended. Includes van transportation. All trips leave at 9:00am from the Senior Center. Leader: Leslie Olson Ages: 50 & up T 9:00 am - 2:00 pm #102511.01 March 15 High Desert Museum Walk & Talk Fee: $33 ID $40 OD includes admission #102511.02 April 12 Warm Springs Indian Museum Walk & Talk Fee: $33 ID $40 OD includes admission #102511.03 May 17 Lava Lands Visitor Center Walk in Lava Cast Forest Fee: $33 ID $40 OD includes admission #102511.04 Jun 14 Crescent Moon Alpaca Farm Walk & Talk Fee: $24 ID $31 OD Computer Basics Series I Ages: 50 & up #102529.1T January 11 #102529.2T January 18 #102529.3T January 25 #102530.1T April 19 (repeat of January 11) #102530.2T April 26 (repeat of January 18) #102530.3T May 3 (repeat of January 25) Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Focus on Computer Basics classes will help you build a solid foundation to maximize the use of your computer. No experience is necessary. Fee: $27 ID $36 OD *C Windows 7 Laptop Workshop Ages: 50 & up #102523.1M January 31 - February 7 M 9:45 - 11:45 am Have you purchased a new laptop computer recently with Windows 7? Are you having difficulties learning to navigate the libraries, folders or other basics? Bring your own laptop to our special Introduction to Windows 7 class and become a more confident user. No experience is necessary although attending our Focus on Computer Basics series would be a great beginning. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Exploring the Internet Ages: 50 & up #102525.1T February 1 #102525.2T May 10 (Repeat of February 1) Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Learn tips and tricks to find just what you need by using the Internet. From shopping for bargains to answers to your medical questions this class will help! Fee: $27 ID $36 OD *C Focus on Photo Management Ages: 50 & up #102524.1T February 8 - February 15 #102524.2T May 17 - May 24 Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Two part class. Explore how to download digital photos from your camera and send them as attachments by email. Learn to effectively manage your photo files, too! Students will learn in the second class how to edit and enhance photos for better viewing and sharing. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Computer Basics Refresher Ages: 50 & up #102528.1T February 22 • #102528.2T March 15 #102528.3T May 10 Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm We’ll review computer basics and learn new basic tips and tricks. Completion of this course will help prepare you for our other Senior Center computer classes. Fee: $27 ID $36 OD *C Focus on Email Ages: 50 & up #102526.1T March 1 - 8 • Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Two-part class. Discover how easy it is to access information from the Internet and use email to communicate with family and friends. See how to set up a free email account if you don’t have email yet! Learn to attach photos and documents as well as open and save them. Set up folders to manage incoming and outgoing emails. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Focus on Computer File Management Ages: 50 & up #102527.1T March 22 • Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm I created a file and saved it but now I can't find it. Help!!! Learn to manage the information on your computer and understand about disks, jump drives, files and folders. Practice saving, deleting and copying files and find the ones you think you have lost! Fee: $27 ID $36 OD *C Online Photo Book Ages: 50 & up #102521.1T March 29 - April 5 Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Have you seen those marvelous photo books that can be made online with YOUR digital photos? Learn how to create and edit these wonderful memory books. Class price does not include the cost of the book. Completion of the Photo Management series is recommended as a prerequisite for this class. Fee: $49 ID $66 OD *C Focus on Facebook Ages: 50 & up #102520.1T April 12 • Tu 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Become online "friends" with family and people from your present and past by learning to use this most popular Internet product. Connect with your children, grandchildren or friends in a new way! Fee: $27 ID $36 OD *C

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