Richland Academy

60+ ArtsSrs FestSr Yoga

Sr Art

60+ Arts: Richland Academy is grateful to the

ea Agency on Aging for their continued support of

our 60+ Program. The number of classes, section

of classes and instructors has increased with the

growing enrollment. All 60+ classes are tuition free.

 

Tai Chi
Caroline Wadsworth , Instructor

By focusing on the health-giving aspect,it is possible to integrate the essential Tai Chi principles to compose an easy-to-learn set suitable for most people. It also keeps the learner's interest by incorporating much deoth from the sun-style into the forms. This program has been put together by medical and Tai Chi experts to combine scientific advances with ancient artistry to improve one's health.

            

              Tai Chi I - Beginner

Thursday 10:30am-11:30am 8 weeks

Summer - June 19 - August 14



Tai Chi II
- Advanced

Pre-Requisite - Must have taken Tai Chi I or have permission of instructor.

Thursday 9:15am-10:15am 8 weeks

Summer - June 19 - August 14



A Matter of Balance

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls.

You will learn to:

  • View falls as controllable
  • Set goals for increasing activity
  • Make changes to reduce fall ricks at home
  • Exercise to increase strength and balance
 

Who should attend?

  • Anyone concerned about falls
  • Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past
  • Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

Tuesday 9:00-11:00am

Summer - June 17 - August 12

Keyboarding Class

Tom Croghan, Instructor -

Intermediate and Cultured Pearls

Josh Cole, Instructor -

Beginners

Just for our seniors...learn keyboard skills, improvisation, popular music styles, sequencing.

               Beginners

               Wednesday 1:30-2:30pm 8 weeks

               Summer - June 18 - August 13

               Intermediate

               Wednesday 9:30-10:30am 8 weeks

               Summer - June 18 - August 13

               Cultured Pearls

               Wednesday 9:30-10:30am 8 weeks

               Summer - June 18 - August 13

               Material Fee: $10.00

 

  

Strut Your Stuff - Boot Camp
Joan Secrest, Instructor

Join one of Mansfield’s legends, Joan Secrest, as she takes you through an enjoyable hour long class of tap and other forms of dance. Tap shoes are not necessary to join this class.

               

               Strut your Stuff will return Fall 0f 2008

               

 

                                Sr Strut

                 

 

 

 

 
 

Stained Glass

John Henney, Instructor

This beginning class will introduce you to the fascinating art of eladed and foiled stained glass. Learn to create your own stained glass. Learn to create your own designs and how to construct a Tiffany shade and stained glass window. Sun catchers are always popular holiday craft items. Some small hand tools that you may have around the house will be needed for this class.

Wednesday 1:00-4:00pm 5 weeks

Summer  June 18 - July 23

Material Fee: $40.00

 

 

Yoga for Seniors
Danielle Stevens , Instructor

Focusing on basic yoga poses and yoga through movement. Benefits include prevention and reversal of osteoporosis, increased flexibility and stress reduction. This is a calm and soothing class that is easy on the joints and improves breathing. A towel or yoga mat is recommended. This class is appropriate for all levels.


Friday 9:15-10:15am 7 weeks

Summer - June 20 - August 8

 

 

Art for Seniors

Jennifer Donley, Instructor

              A new designed art class will

                 return in the Fall 2008.

 


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