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FITNESS & WELLNESS PART TWO 100 REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org T'ai Chi: Dynamics of Yin & Yang (age 16 & up) As an introduction to the principles of T'ai Chi, this class includes breath work, structural dynamics, walking, play with the diagram of yin and yang, and the ABCs of energy cultivation. Exercises open energy channels, stabilize the knees, loosen the hips, foster internal power, relaxation, and concentration. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Kathleen Cusick Fees: $88(R) $116(N) (7 classes) 120429 Wed Jan 9–Feb 20 6:30–7:45 p.m. T'ai Chi: Heavy Ball (age 16 & up) Condition your muscles, nourish your spine, strengthen your core and improve your Qi! As a complement to form practice, heavy ball enhances push-hands abilities while increasing power and grip strength-an excellent foundation for further study of Taijiquan. Come with a two to eight- pound medicine ball depending on your prior conditioning. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Kathleen Cusick Fees: $88(R) $116(N) (7 classes) 120430 Wed Feb 27–Apr 10 6:30–7:45 p.m. T'ai Chi: Yang Style, Experienced (age 16 & up) This class is devoted to corrections and enrichment of the choreography and underlying principles of the Yang Style long form. This class is open to students who have studied most or all of the form. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Kathleen Cusick Fees: $88(R) $116(N) (7 classes) 120431 Wed Apr 17–May 29 6:30–7:45 p.m. Pilates Mat Pilates (age 16 & up) ☯ Strengthen back, chest, arms, abdominals, hips, and thighs using a series of mat exercises. This low stress method of physical and mental conditioning that utilizes the deepest muscles in the body creates a strong core, a more streamlined shape, and greater balance and flexibility. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Paula Machado Fees: $77(R) $98(N) (7 classes) 120663 Tue Jan 15–Feb 26 6–7 p.m. Fees: $66(R) $84(N) (6 classes) 120664 Tue Mar 5–Apr 9 6–7 p.m. 120665 Tue Apr 23–May 28 6–7 p.m. Pilates Barre (age 18 & up) ☯ Tone, stretch, and shape! Combine barre exercises such as plies, tendus, grande battements and Pilates floor exercises such as the one hundred, roll up, and the teaser for a great low impact workout. No experience needed. Location: Middle Creek Community Center Instructor: Stacy Smith Fees: $66(R) $84(N) (6 classes) 120121 Tue Jan 15–Feb 19 6–7 p.m. Fees: $77(R) $98(N) (7 classes) 120122 Tue Feb 26–Apr 9 6–7 p.m. 120124 Tue Apr 16–May 28 6–7 p.m. T'ai Chi T'ai Chi: Yang Style, Beginning (age 16 & up) Discover the benefits of T'ai Chi, an ancient movement art practiced for health, relaxation, and self-defense. The widely popular Yang style is characterized by generous circles and smooth, strong postures. Learn the fundamentals of stance, alignment and energy cultivation, as well as the traditional Yang family style long form. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Kathleen Cusick Fees: $88(R) $116(N) (7 classes) 120414 Wed Jan 9–Feb 20 7:45–9:05 p.m. 120415 Wed Feb 27–Apr 10 7:45–9:05 p.m. 120416 Wed Apr 17–May 29 7:45–9:05 p.m. PILATES BARRE