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FITNESS & WELLNESS REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org 79 PART TWO Qigong: 18 Immortals (age 16 & up) Promote flexibility, muscle tone, bone strength, deep breathing, relaxation, and enjoyment of life with Qigong. Learn movements matched with breath and mental focus designed to cultivate personal energy. Dynamic yet meditative, these exercises are the traditional foundation of Shaolin martial arts, and foster health, fitness, and well- being. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Kathleen Cusick Fees: $88(R) $116 (N) (7 classes) 88939 Wed Oct 21–Dec 17 6:30–7:45 p.m. (no class Nov 11, 25) STRETCHING Mommy & Me Stretch & Exercise (age 3 & up with parent) Stretch and exercise with your child! Reduce stress and enjoy a great workout! All levels welcome. Taught by an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor with a Masters degree in Public Health. Rate listed is for a parent and child. For each additional child, there is a $4 charge per class. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Judy Liu, MPH Fees: $57(R) $74(N) (6 classes) 87247 Mon Sep 14–Oct 19 10:40–11:40 a.m. 87248 Mon Nov 2–Dec 7 10:40–11:40 a.m. T'AI-CHI T'ai Chi: Yang Style, Beginning (age 16 & up) Discover the benefits of T'ai Chi, and 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: $76(R) $100(N) (6 classes) 88940 Wed Sep 9–Oct 14 7:45–9:05 p.m. NEW! Whole Body Yogilates (age 18 & up) ☯ Take the unifying spirit of yoga and the powerful, therapeutic value of Pilates, fuse them together in one system and you get Yogilates! Yogilates is a combination of toning exercises from Pilates and poses and stretches from yoga. It's the best of both, increasing flexibility and balance and building muscle endurance. Location: Middle Creek Community Center Instructor: Stacy Smith Fees: $54(R) $71(N) (6 classes) 88567 Fri Sep 18–Oct 23 1:30–2:30 p.m. Fees: $45(R) $58(N) (5 classes) 88568 Fri Oct 30–Dec 4 1:30–2:30 p.m. QIGONG Qigong: 5 Animal Frolics (age 16 & up) Cultivate your personal energy with Qigong. The 5 Animal Frolics are gentle exercises imitating the spirit and movements of the crane, bear, monkey, deer, and tiger. Accompanied by deep, relaxed breathing, they have been practiced in China for 1,800 years to strengthen the body, promote balance, and celebrate life. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Kathleen Cusick Fees: $76(R) $100(N) (6 classes) 88938 Wed Sep 9–Oct 14 6:30–7:45 p.m. Need a break at lunch? Want to unwind from a long day at work? Or maybe you just need to take time for you! Take a walk or a jog on the Herb Young Community Center treadmills. Cary Residents $1/visit Non-resident $2/visit Facility Hours: Monday-Friday | 9 a.m. -10 p.m. Saturday | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Herb Young Community Center 101 Wilkinson Avenue | (919) 460-4965 JOIN US FOR A WALK!