Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 60 Karate for GenXers Learn at a slower pace and ease into martial arts with no belts or gradings. Learn or re-learn martial arts history and techniques with a great group of like-minded people. Instructor: Shima Karate Staff Sun, Apr 6-27 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 138749 Sun, May 4-25 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 138754 Sun, Jun 1-22 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 138757 Sun, Jul 6-27 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 138758 Shima Karate (3032 Barons Rd) Reduce Stress & Pain Using the Alexander Technique This technique is an embodied approach to increase body awareness and to reduce stress, tension and pain. Learn strategies to change habitual posture and movement that will result in upright poise, effortless movement, better energy, improved well-being and ease in body and mind! Please bring 3 to 4 paperback books to class and wear comfortable clothes. Instructor: Heike Walker Mon, May 5 & 12 | 3:30-5 pm | $50/2 | 135860 Bowen Park Complex People Living with Parkinson’s Using the Alexander Technique Gain better coping skills with postural challenges and day-to-day living if you are suffering from Parkinson’s. Increased body awareness assists in gaining more balance and a better sense of the body. This technique assists in enhancing muscle tone for less rigidity, less tremors and more fluidity in movement. Care partners are welcome in this class (also need to pay the fee.) Please bring a few paperback books to class and a yoga mat. If you have any questions, please contact the instructor, Heike Walker, at 778-245-1750 or heike@balanceartsstudio.com. Instructor: Heike Walker Mon,May 26-Jun 16 | 3:30-5 pm | $80/4 | 135861 Bowen Park Complex M ke Move a Ladies Golf Learn the fundamentals of the golf swing, including short game, long game and putting. On-course golf instruction and etiquette is also included. Equipment is available if needed. This class has a 6 to 1 student to coach ratio. Instructor: Bebab Park Golf Course Staff Thu, Apr 24-May 15 | 10 am-12 pm | $199/4 | 139087 Beban Park Golf Course Iaido - Intro to Japanese Sword Art Iaido is a Japanese martial art with a long history. It is referred to as a “moving zen” because of its focus on precise, controlled fluid movements. In this non-competitive atmosphere, use the Samurai sword and Iaido’s age-old techniques to experience and further develop your mind, body and spirit. Instructor: Peter Gunstone Mon, Apr 7-May 26 | 7:30-9:30 pm | $66/6 | 137217 Mon, Jun 2-Jul 28 | 7:30-9:30 pm | $88/8 | 137411 Beban Park Social Centre Standing & Walking Qigong Qigong is a moving meditation based on the ancient theory that the intentionally guided flow of energy through the body holistically restores vitality and regulates the functions of the mind, body and breath. Standing and walking Qigong will help to reduce stress and anxiety and increase muscular stability. Instructor: Monica Lux Thu, May 1-29 | 6-7 pm | $55/5 | 137574 Thu, Jun 5-Jul 3 | 6-7 pm | $55/5 | 137575 Neck Point Park (Finn Beach) Shotokan Karate Caution! Enrolment in this program can lead to increased levels of fitness and a desire to do pushups. There is no room for couch potatoes in the dynamic martial art of Shotokan Karate. This art of self-defence strengthens all aspects of health and fitness. Whether you are a beginner or returning to training, the benefits remain the same. Make new friends while you develop your karate skills in this safe and positive training environment. Instructor: Mike Ciurka (6th degree black belt) Tue, Apr 1-May 27 | 7-8 pm | $72/9 | 136393 Bowen Park Complex Taekwondo with Master Kim This program emphasizes self-discipline, confidence and concentration. Grand Master Kim strives to maximize your potential by maintaining traditional foundation based upon physical well-being and mental integrity. Our highly qualified 9th degree black belt Grand Master can help you become strong in mind, body and spirit. Instructor: Master Kim, World Taekwondo Academy Mon, Apr 7 & 14 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 138531 Wed, Apr 9 & 16 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 138533 Mon, May 12 & 26 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 141058 World Taekwondo Academy (4300 Wellington Rd) Adult Introductory Taekwondo NEW! Looking for a fun way to stay fit, make friends and build confidence? Try Taekwondo with Master Moy, a 7th Dan Black Belt with global experience! Our class offers a supportive community where you’ll develop strength, respect and teamwork. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, join us in a motivating environment focused on growth and success! Instructor: Master Moy Sun, Apr 6-27 | 12:45-1:45 pm | $24/3 | 137929 Sun, May 4-25 | 12:45-1:45 pm | $32/4 | 137930 Sun, Jun 8-29 | 12:45-1:45 pm | $32/4 | 137931 Bowen Park Complex Thu, Apr 3-24 | 6:45-7:45 pm | $32/4 | 137953 Thu, May 1-22 | 6:45-7:45 pm | $32/4 | 137952 Thu, Jun 5-26 | 6:45-7:45 pm | $32/4 | 137954 Beban Park Social Centre Karate for Adults In this introduction to karate, students learn traditional karate training, sparring and self- defense. Fitness, strength development and flexibility are also part of the curriculum. Instructor: Shima Karate Staff M/W, Apr 7-16 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 138782 M/W, May 5-14 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 138783 M/W, Jun 2-11 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 138784 M/W, Jul 7-6 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 138785 Shima Karate (3032 Barons Rd)
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