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WA-HI Judo
Judo is many things to different people. It is a fun sport, an art, a discipline, a recreational or social activity, a fitness program, a means of self-defense and for many a way of life. Judo comes from a fighting system in Japan founded in 1882 by Jigoro Kano and is a refinement of the art of Jujitsu. Professor Jigoro Kano said, “One belongs to a group and nation and must work peacefully with others from other nations for the welfare of society. There must be a rapport-a meeting of the minds-which requires constant effort. Therefore, to this end, one must first develop oneself in order to work with others for the common good.” Use your energy virtuously. Come explore this great concept. Ages 16 and older.
Date: Tues, Apr 7-Jun 2
Time: 3:30-5:00pm
Place: Kennewick HS, Wrestling Room
Instructor: Oscar Garnica
Class: 700 Class Fee: $75
Awareness Through Movement
Feel better! Explore slow, gentle movements for better flexibility, range of motion, stress reduction and increasing mobility through the Feldenkrais Method®. You will receive individual help with positions and stretching. Lessons will be done lying or sitting. Wear comfortable clothing and if preferred, bring a mat for the floor. Visit www.feldenkrais.com. Minimum 10.
Class: 701
Date: Tues, Apr 7-21
Class: 702
Date: Tues, May 19-Jun 2
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: Sunset View Elem. Gym
Class Fee: $39
Realign Abundance Workshop
This workshop introduces many popular energy techniques such as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), SET (Simple Energy Techniques, and others. These are taught using acupressure points on the hands, head and collar-bone area of the chest to help relieve pain, alleviate stress and anxiety. Attendees will be taught where the basic points are, how they can achieve various results themselves without the aid of a practitioner. They are commonly used in conjunction with sports and performance training, especially with golf and weight training. The techniques are simple, natural and when used with purpose offer many wonderful benefits. A workbook is available for purchase for $25 but it is not required.
Class: 703
Date: Thur, Apr 9
Class: 704
Date: Thur, Apr 30
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: Southridge HS, Rm D125
Instructor: Anne Wendt
Class Fee: $15
Overcoming Low Back Pain
This class will teach you strategies to reduce the postural stress to your back and exercises which develop core muscle endurance, the fitness factor linked to low incidence of low back pain. Wear comfortable clothes and bring an exercise mat or towel.
Date: Sat, May 2
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Place: 200 S. Dayton, Kennewick
Instructor: George Such, D.C.
Class: 705 Class Fee: $15
Self-Defense for Women
Feel safer! Empower yourself and learn self-protection and personal safety techniques. Increase self-confidence and self-esteem while improving body tone, flexibility and balance. Please note: tech-niques are taught full strength, as they would be used. Women ages 15 and older. Handouts.
Date: Thur, Apr 9-May 14
Time: 7:30-9:00pm
Place: Kempo Karate, 516 E 1st, D2—Kenn.-1st & Gum—Business faces Gum (Call for directions)
Instructor: John Stewart & Assoc.
Class: 706 Class Fee: $55
Adult, Child and Infant CPR with AED
Help someone breathe in an emergency. In a relaxed and interactive environment, learn CPR and how to use an automatic external defibrillator (AED). Students will practice on adult and infant mannequins, and AED trainers. Upon successful completion, students will receive laminated certification cards, laminated basic life support and two-year CPR card from the American Safety and Health Institute and valuable handouts. Pay instructor $15 supply fee. Limit 20.
Date: Sat, May 16
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Place: Medical Arts Bldg., 750 Swift Blvd., Ste. 8, Richland
Instructor: Sharon Burns
Class: 707 Class Fee: $19
Personal Survival Kit
Learn to make your own survival kit. Everyone needs a different type of kit for their activities. Whether you want one for back--packing or for your car, the basics are the same: signaling, fire and light, navigation, water and food, shelter and protection, knives and tools, and medical. Class includes some hands-on practice starting fires without matches, making your own fire starter, signaling with a mirror (weather permitting!) and more. Remember—survival kits are not good luck charms—you need to practice using the tools! Limit 10, ages 16 and older. Bring a bandana.
Date: Sat, May 16
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Place: 200 S. Dayton, Kennewick
Instructor: Connie Estep
Class: 708 Class Fee: $19
Basic Math
In this very basic class, we will study the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and mixed numbers. We will also cover metric conversions, ratio, proportion, percentages and geometric formulas. Special attention is devoted to fractions. No text required—all materials provided.
Date: Mon, Apr 6-Jun 1 (No class May 25)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 525
Instructor: Duane Farris
Class: 709 Class Fee: $84
Algebra—the Fundamentals
Do you need to learn algebra but think it will be too difficult? Need help “helping” your children with their homework? This friendly and supportive class is for those who want to learn algebra for the first time or those who need to “brush up.” Lectures, overheads and practice problems with answers provided. This is a great class for those who need to prepare for college math classes and don’t want to do it on their own. No text required—all materials provided.
Date: Thur, Apr 9-May 28
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 525
Instructor: Duane Farris
Class: 710 Class Fee: $84
Foster Care
Have You Ever Considered It?
Every day there are children in our area that are without a safe and nurturing home. Are you willing to open your home to children with special needs or challenges? What is required of you—licensing, space needs, what training is available, support provided, compensation, and much more. Foster parents come from all backgrounds but all have a love for children to share. Come learn if this valuable service is something you and your family could provide. The handout provided will truly give you the ability to make this very important decision.
Date: Mon, Apr 13
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: 1313 N. Young, Ste. E, Kennewick
Instructor: Tamera Ralston
Class: 711 Class Fee: $15