Spring Adult Classes Offered At The Community Center

Registration is underway for adult classes at the Laurelhurst Community Center.
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Register online, in-person at the Community Center Monday through Friday 9-2pm or by calling 684-7529.

The Spring Brochure lists all classes and programs at Laurelhurst, Magnuson and Ravenna-Eckstein Community Centers.

Here are a list of the adult classes for ages 18 and over:

ADULT EVENING POTTERY
Several clay projects will be introduced using both handbuilding and throwing on the wheel techniques. Practice your skills making clay objects while learning how to make tiles, cups,
bowls, and more in a fun and informative setting. No class 5/25.
Instructor: Liang-Yin Chen
4/6-6/15 Mon 6:30-8:30 pm $200  #131877


BARRE CONDITIONING
This course features light weights and isometrics and is easy on the joints. Each class consists of exercises done at the barre and on the floor and incorporates Pilates, yoga, weights, stretching,
and intense muscle work to fatigue. All levels welcome. No class 4/14, 4/16, or 4/17.
Instructor: Laura Martin
3/31-6/9 Tue 10:30-11:30 am $150  #131858
6/23-9/1 Tue 10:30-11:30 am $165  #131884
4/2-6/11 Thu 9:30-10:30 am $150  #131859
6/25-9/3 Thu 9:30-10:30 am $165  #131885
4/3-6/12 Fri 9:30-10:30 am $150  #131860


CARDIO PILATES
The class includes upper & lower body exercises and balance techniques. Participants must have taken beginner class to register for intermediate/ advanced class. No class 4/14.
Instructor: Laura Martin
3/31-6/9 Tue 9:30-10:30 am $150  #131861
6/23-9/1 Tue 9:30-10:30 am $165  #131886


CORE AND MORE: PILATES AND YOGA
This class incorporates Pilates with more variations and a faster pace. Participants will use magic circle, bands, and light weights. No class 4/16.
Instructor: Laura Martin
4/2-6/11 Thu 10:30-11:30 am $150  #131862
6/25-9/3 Thu 10:30-11:30 am $165  #131887


TAI-CHI CHUAN-BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE
Come and learn this "internal" Chinese martial art (beginning Yang style short form) which promotes health by reducing bodily tension and stress, improves balance and coordination, increases joint flexibility and calms the mind.
Instructor: Mark D. Johnson
4/1-5/6 Wed 7-8 pm $66  #131863
5/13-6/17 Wed 7-8 pm $66  #131864


AMERICAN MAHJONG FOR BEGINNERS
Mahjong originated in China. It was discovered by the West around 1920 and immediately became
popular in America. It bears a great resemblance in play to certain card games, namely those of the Rummy family. Rules are based on newly published guidelines from The National Mahjong League. This class will introduce beginners to the basic rules and regulations of the game.
Instructor: Yuri Nishiyama
3/31-4/21 Tue 11 am-Noon $25  #131865
4/28-5/19 Tue 11 am-Noon $25  #131866
5/26-6/16 Tue 11 am-Noon $25  #131867


COMPASSION CULTIVATION TRAINING
Compassion is an innate human quality exemplified by our instinct to care for vulnerable humans
and animals. Compassion also involves recognizing our own suffering and that of others, emotionally sharing it, and developing the desire to alleviate suffering.  Research shows that compassion makes us happier, strengthens our connections with others, improves mental and physical health, and increases resilience. But in our fast-paced, stressful modern life, the heart and mind are often neglected. To help us face life’s challenges, compassion must be re-cultivated.  In this 8 week program learn how to settle the mind through meditation/mindfulness, cultivate compassion and kindness towards loved ones and oneself, realize common humanity by cultivating compassion
towards others.
Instructors: Irakli Soulakvelidze and Katy Dalakishvili
4/16-6/4 Thu 11:30-1:30 pm $80  #131883