Adult Activities
CARDIO CARMA
DAYS: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays Ongoing
TIME: 6 – 7 pm Location: Nelson Center
This class is for men & women age 16 & up.
You will increase cardio, strength, & flexibility and reduce stress.
Get fit with this hi/low aerobic exercise class.
It is appropriate for all levels of fitness. Join anytime .
Bring water & a mat or towel
INSTRUCTOR: Rachel Carma ONeill
Call Rachel to register 996-9106
ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor ~ AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
PERSONAL TRAINING CLASS
Small group strength training. Limited enrollment. All levels of fitness.
DATES/TIMES/FEES: Rachel ONeill 996-9106
LOCATION: Nelson Center
BALLROOM DANCING
INSTRUCTOR:: Lisa Harbin LOCATION: Nelson Center
Lessons & Practice Dance: $30/month $20/students Practice Dance Only: $5
No partner required Register & pay 1st night of each month
February – FOXTROT
Lessons: Monday, February 1, 8, 15 TIME: 7:15 – 8:00 pm
Practice Dance: Monday, February 22 TIME: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Not too sure about dance lessons? This is the month to start. Foxtrot is a smooth dance that glides around the dance floor. Great for beginners.
March - WEST COAST SWING
Lessons: Monday, March 8, 15, 22 TIME: 7:15 – 8:00 pm (No lesson March 1)
Practice Dance: Monday, March 29 TIME: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
West Coast Swing is one of the most popular dances in this area. You can dance it to a wide variety of music. A great dance to really strut your stuff!
April – WALTZ
Lessons: Monday, April 5, 12, 19 TIME: 7:15 – 8:00 pm
Practice Dance: Monday, April 26 TIME: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Waltz is a beautiful smooth dance that lends itself to romance.
Imagine dancing this spring in the cool of the evening to waltz music!
May - EAST COAST SWING
Lessons: Monday, May 3, 10, 17 TIME 7:15 - 8:00 pm
Practice Dance: Monday, May 24 TIME: 7:30 – 9:00
East Coast Swing is the sister dance of the Jitterbug. Lots of fun, lively music helps keep this dance alive and kickin’!
PRACTICE DANCES
Monday: February 22, March 29, April 26, May 24 TIME: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Nelson County now has a great place to practice dancing. If you already know how to dance and just want a chance to enjoy a night out, our practice dances may be just what you’re looking for! Each month will highlight the “dance of the month” but we will play a variety of music
so you can practice all your moves. No partner required.
CROCHETING
If you know how to crochet & would like to get together with others to share ideas, patterns, talk, etc. please call NCPRD at 263-7130.
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
Take this 2 day course to sharpen your driving skills
DATE: Tuesday & Wednesday, April 13 & 14 TIME: 1-5 pm
(must attend both days) age: 55 & OLDER
LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $10 (payable to AARP)
(Maximum 20)
NATURAL CURES FOR HEADACHES
If you or someone you love suffers from Headaches, you will learn real techniques, treatments and natural cures for the relieving and/or curing of the most common headaches – all kinds of headaches from Migraines to Tension. Come with your open mind and get ready to change your life forever.
What do you have to lose…your headache?
DATE: Wednesday, March 10th TIME:7-9 pm FEE:$10
LOCATION: Nelson Center INSTRUCTOR: Brian Prax, Dr of Chiropractic
To register call 263-7130 by March 2nd Minimum: 6 Maximum: 20
NATURAL MOTHERING with DR JENNIFER
Ever wonder what we do when one of our kids takes a fall and skins her knee?What about fevers? Burns? Headaches? Learn natural alternatives to thesecommon childhood traumas and many more. Dr. Jennifer has experienceas a mom and 13 years as a chiropractor specializing in children.TOPICS TO INCLUDE: Create your own Natural Home First Aid Kit,Importance of Home Time and Rhythm, Creating Time for unstructured play,Balancing Life, Work and Family, How Everything Effects our Health, & moreMinimum: 6 Maximum: 20 Call 263-7130 Register & pay by March 16th DATE: Wednesday, March 24th TIME: 7-8:30 pm LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $10
DOG OBEDIENCE
For dogs 12 weeks to 7 years & all their human family
Does your dog need to learn the basic commands to be a safe
and well mannered pet? Your dog will learn to sit, come, down, stay & more. The whole family is encouraged to attend Maximum: 12 dogs each class INSTRUCTOR: Helene Dodge, Certified Search & Rescue Dog Handler Contact Helene at 263-6342 to register, for more information on the class, & the type of leash & collar needed
DATE: Tuesdays, February 23rd – April 13th TIME: Class I 6:30 Class II 7:45 LOCATION: Nelson Center
GOAL PLANNING FOR SUCCESS WORKSHOP SERIES
INSTRUCTOR: Ron Fandetti, Green Fire Associates
Are you achieving the results you want in your life? Have you identified goals that are important to you? Do you have a plan to achieve those goals?
In this series of workshops, you will learn a simple and powerful process that can help you achieve your personal and professional goals. You will learn a formula for personal success and a goal planning process that can be applied universally to any aspect of your life. By the end of the series, you will have established an action plan to achieve at least one goal that you have identified as important to achieve. Fee includes workbook
DATE: Wednesdays, February 24th – March 17th TIME: 7-8 pm LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $35 (includes workbook)
INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR ENERGY
Learn how to reduce or eliminate your dependence on grid supplied power and immediately reduce your power bill.
Objectives: 1)Learn how to reduce energy consumption without compromising usage 2)Learn how to properly audit your own home 3)Learn basic solar components and their use 4)Learn basic tenets of “siting”your solar system(optimal placement of system for best solar exposure)
General power reduction strategies will also be discussed, after you take this class you will be saving $25+ on your monthly power bill if you go forward with the recommendations!
For all ages, no special skills are required Fee includes a Kill a Watt meter
DATE: February 27th TIME 10-11:30 am LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $35 (includes meter)
SILVER SMITHING
Learn the art of silver smithing- hammer, wrap, & design your own piece.
Make & take home a beautiful sterling silver pendant & earrings
INSTRUCTOR: Liz McCormack www.justliz.net
To register call 263-7130 Payment due Feb 18th
DATE: Thursday, February 25th TIME: 6:30-8:30 LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $40
SPRING TIME RUBBER STAMPING
Learn how to use rubber stamps on different medias. Using ink pads,
markers, and water color pencils to put together cards and/or a scrapbook page. Start with a card & make other projects INSTRUCTOR: Regina Maloney
Minimum: 4 Max: 15 Call 263-7130 to register
DATE: Thursday, March 11th TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 pm LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $25
MUSIC 101 It’s Never Too Late
Unravel the Mystery of Reading Music and Understanding Basic Music Theory
Do you play an instrument by ear but wish you could also read music?
Have you always wanted to learn how to read music and learn to play an instrument, Did you quit taking those forced music lessons when you were a kid and now you realize that it is something you would like to return to – by choice?
Then this is the class for you!
This class is designed for the adult learner, who wants to unravel the mystery of reading music and begin to understand the “language of music.” You will complete this class with a general understanding of basic music theory along with many resources to continue to improve on your skills. All adults are welcome! You need not play an instrument and NO previous music experience is necessary.
Fee includes 8 classes & all materials INSTRUCTOR: Connie Muscenti
Minimum: 6 Maximum: 12 Adults Only – ages 18 and up Call to register: 361-0440
DATE: Wednesdays (8 classes), February 24th – April 14th TIME: 7:15-8 pm LOCATION: Nelson Center FEE: $80
POETRY CRITIQUE
Fellow poets, join a supportive poetry critique group designed to help improve your capabilities through gentle constructive criticism, the sharing of ideas,
accomplishments, & concerns. For those of all writing levels who are interested in being published or advancement of your craft. FEE: Small monthly donation Call 263-7130 to register by Feb 16th
DATE: Starting February 23rd 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month. TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 pm LOCATION: Nelson Center