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Adult Classes MOMMY & ME YOGA (For New Moms and Babies) Hey New Moms! This class is designed especially for you! Join other new moms and their babies for a yoga class that will specifically help you work on re-gaining core strength as well as upper body strength, overall toning, breathing and stress reduction. The instructor, Michelle Wolfson is a certified yoga instructor, Massage Therapist and mother of four. (Recommended for moms of non-walkers and younger.) INSTRUCTOR: Michelle Wolfson TIME: Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Session 1: May 6 - June 24 Session 2: Call for dates COST: $80 per session New!! Core Fusion Core Fusion is a great new combo class that includes a 15 minute low-impact, dance warm-up and ends with a deep 15 minute stretch. Its’ primary focus is on the core muscles: abdominals, back, chest, hips and glutes. Sarah Canfield is a certified yoga instructor and a choreographer/dancer of Coastline Dance. INSTRUCTORS: Sarah Canfield TIME: Fridays, 10:15 – 11:15 am, ongoing COST: Use your Bodyshop Card New!! Jujutsu-Self-Defense/Self-Development (teens - adults) Develop the physical skills needed for self-defense as well as confidence and personal growth with Seibukan Jujutsu. Students will learn effective self-defense against armed, unarmed, single and multiple assailants. The Sensei, William Candelario, has studied martial arts for 24 years, has won numerous tournaments and medals around the world and has chosen Bujutsu and Budo (martial arts and ways) as a way of life and philosophy in the unification of mind, body and spirit. INSTRUCTORS: William Candelario TIME: Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Fridays, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. COST: $80 per month New!! Shorinji Karate (teens - adults) Shorinji Renshinkan Karate emphasizes traditional combat style and evasive self-defense techniques. A practitioner of Shorinji strives to improve their strength, flexibility and connection of mind-body. The Sensei, William Candelario, has studied martial arts for 24 years, has won numerous tournaments and medals around the world and has chosen Bujutsu and Budo (martial arts and ways) as a way of life and philosophy in the unification of mind, body and spirit. INSTRUCTORS: William Candelario TIME: Saturdays, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m., Fridays, 6 - 7 p.m., ongoing COST: $60 per month (once or twice weekly) WOMEN'S BASIC BALLET This is a class for women who have never taken ballet or those who want to review terms and steps. Explained in an easy manner, this is a great yet gentle way to exercise. Includes barre and center steps to classical music. Wear gym or ballet clothes. INSTRUCTOR: Luanice Frank TIME: Fridays, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ongoing 4 week sessions COST: $40 per session BARRE CLASS This great new class, taught by Nurit, is specially designed for women. It's done primarily at the ballet barre, but also includes some center and aerobic exercises. We will concentrate on balance, alignment, placement, coordination and upper body strength. Utilizing principles of dance, the exercises will enhance posture, elongate muscles and improve joint articulation and extension. The instructor, Nurit Krauss was trained at Julliard School, Martha Graham Center and the Joffrey Ballet - Don't Miss This Opportunity! INSTRUCTORS: Nurit Krauss TIME: Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. COST: Use your Bodyshop Card Life Drawing Workshop LOCAL ARTISTS! ART STUDENTS! The YWCA is now offering an affordable, uninstructed figure drawing workshop on Tuesday nights using high quality, diverse models. This is a great opportunity to hone your drawing skills with live models and to meet other artists in a professional, yet comfortable atmosphere. LIMITED ENROLLMENT! COORDINATOR: Dan Horowitz TIME: Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m., Ongoing COST: $40 - 4 sessions (YWCA Members) $44 - 4 sessions (YWCA Non-Members) $12 - single session $10 per night (YWCA Members, must buy 4 night block) $12 per night (Non-Members) Belly Dancing A fabulously fun and creative way for women of all ages to gain or maintain fitness, experience exciting new music and explore new levels of women power! Class will require the use of finger cymbals, veil and music tape, (all available from the instructor). Classes for both beginner and intermediate / advanced students are offered. INSTRUCTOR: Tahiya TIMES: Beginning-Thurs., 6:30- 7:30 p.m., ongoing Intermediate - Thurs, 7:45 - 8:45 p.m. COST: $96 per 8-week session Adult Classes | Body Shop | Health and Fitness | Community Classes |Parents' Corner Children's Classes | General Information | Home Health and Fitness Body Shop Improve the efficiency of your heart and lungs, burn fat, tone your body and have fun! Regular exercise reduces stress, increases flexibility and endurance and can improve your physical and mental state. YWCA Bodyshop classes offer: Certified professional instructors An airy gym with mirrors, microphone system and wood floor Affordable classes Convenient class schedule A comfortable atmosphere for women to get in shape! And now - Body Shop Exclusive! Tone your muscles and strengthen your bones with Dr. Robert and Annette Swezey's "Osteoball" Program - Experience the difference! INSTRUCTORS: Terese Miller, Sharon Donaldson, Nancy Kaufman, Nurit Krauss, Sarah Sullivan, Tara Caroselli, Sarah Canfield and Adelaide McLean COST: $65 for 10 classes $180 for 30 classes *NOTICE - Bodyshop Cards are valid for 3 months NO EXTENSIONS (except for medical disability, to be extended at Program Director's discretion). CLASS KEY CF = Core Fusion - core and lower body strengthening BB = Barre Body class - overall body conditioning class. TLB = Timeless Body GE = Gentle Exercise (aerobic, strength & flexibility suitable for all fitness levels) ST = Step Aerobics S/S = Strong and Stretched ST/I = Step Interval (Using step & resistance equipment to alternate between cardio & strength work.) Y = Yoga Dates & Times Chart for Body Shop    Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat            Y    9:00 am  TLB  ST/I  BB  ST/I   ST(8:45am) 10:45 am GE GE   GE CF(10:15am)  Y(10:30am)  5:15 pm  S/S    S/S        6:30 pm  Y             COMBO BODYSHOP / WEIGHT ROOM CARD You can now purchase a 3 month weight room card along with your Bodyshop Card and SAVE $10!! Adult Classes | Body Shop | Health and Fitness | Community Classes |Parents' Corner Children's Classes | General Information | Home The Timeless Body Join dancer, choreographer and teacher Nurit Krauss and learn about her unique TimeLess Body System. It efficiently combines all elements of fitness into a well-crafted sequence of movement that works the entire body as well as the nervous system. Perfect for all ages and levels of fitness. INSTRUCTOR: Nurit Krauss TIME: Mondays, 9:00 – 10:15 a.m., ongoing COST: Use your Bodyshop Card Gentle Exercise For all ages and most fitness levels. Improve your health with this enjoyable, effective workout targeted to enhance the quality of your life. Class environment is friendly, comfortable, and dare we say, fun. Format includes warm-up, balance skills and challenges, vertical abdominal work, gentle low-impact aerobics, muscular strength endurance exercises plus stretch. (Options offered for those needing a more challenging workout.) Now using the isometric Osteoball-exclusive state-of-the-art exercise tool from the Sweezy Institute! INSTRUCTORS: Terese Miller, ACE Gold Certified Fitness Professional, ACSM & IDEA Member TIME: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:45 -11:45 a.m. COST: $36 per month, unlimited classes or use your Body Shop Card $28 per month for twice weekly Strength Training/Weight Room Fit fitness into you schedule! Our weight room is the Westside's best kept secret! Increase muscle tone, strength, bone density, aerobic capacity with a complete, personalized Strength Training/Weight Room Program. Achieve this exercise on our Universal equipment, free weights and cardio machines. Set up an appointment with our Weight Room consultant and that personalized Strength Training/Weight Room Program based on your goals, and health history is all yours! INSTRUCTORS: Terese Miller, ACE Gold Certified Fitness Professional, ACSM & IDEA Member TIME: Open during regular YWCA hours COST: $45 - initial consultation (must prepay), *$25 - No-Shows! $24 - 1 month, $54 - 3 months Yoga with Bhavani Join Bhavani for a great hatha yoga "flow" class. Bhavani has studied and taught yoga around the world and has been teaching yoga here on the westside for over 20 years with a very loyal following. INSTRUCTOR: Bhavani TIME: Mon., Wed., Fri. - 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. COST: $80 per month Yoga Enjoy the rewards of increased strength, balance, focus, flexibility and relaxation. Excellent for all fitness levels, it has something to offer for everyone. You will be guided through yoga postures using the breath in a comfortable, nurturing environment, by caring and qualified instructors. All classes end with a rejuvenating relaxation period. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or light blanket. INSTRUCTORS: Tara Caroselli, Sarah Canfield, Sarah Sullivan, Adelaide McLean. TIMES: Mon., 6:30 -7:45 p.m., Sat., 10:30 -11:45 a.m., Fri., 8:30 -9:45 a.m. COST: Use your Bodyshop Card Strong And Stretched! This ain't no dance class! Just basic, practical, strength/flexibility training for leisure activities and life. Moves you can use to get stronger, stay limber, improve balance and posture, train core muscles, maintain bone density, burn calories and bust stress! Now using the isometric osteoball, the exclusive state-of-the-art exercise tool from the Sweezy Institute! INSTRUCTORS: Terese Miller, ACE Gold Certified Fitness Professional, ACSM & IDEA Member TIMES: Mon. & Wed., 5:15 -6:15 p.m. COST: Use your Bodyshop card Body Fat Testing Experts agree that body fat testing is a better, more accurate method of determining your fitness level. The anti-obesity initiative started by former U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. C. Everett Koop, has issued an advisory stating that one's body fat percentage is the superior measure of healthy weight. This announcement follows new research supporting body fat percentage as an indicator of health risk. Using the caliper skinfold method, you can learn your body fat and lean body mass levels. Mini-lifestyle consultation with exercise and nutritional recommendations is also included. COST: $10 - YWCA Members / $20 - Non-members Call Sharon Donaldson, A.C.E. Certified Fitness Professional at (310) 452-3881 for an appointment Adult Classes | Body Shop | Health and Fitness | Community Classes |Parents' Corner Children's Classes | General Information | Home Community Classes Girls in Action (GIA) Summer Camp!(Ages 10 - 14) There's nothing like Girl Power! Give your daughter an experience that will enrich her life with lasting friendships and fond memories. GIA Summer Camp will give your daughter a fun filled summer and in a safe, caring environment with other middle school girls. The program includes outdoor activities, field trips and projects that focus on core areas of: self-esteem and personal development, health and fitness, community connection, creative futures, communication skills and cultural awareness. Limited Enrollment! DATES: 4 week summer session, (call for dates) COST: $200 ENROLLMENT: Call Veronica Castro, Director of Youth Development at (310) 452-3881 or email vcastro@smywca.org BHAVANI YOGA FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Cancer can be devastating-emotionally, physically and financially. Come and join Bhavani for this free yoga class every Tuesday. Bhavani, also a cancer survivor, invites you to "breathe" with her and exercise at your own pace. Sponsored in part by Team Survivor and USC/Norris Cancer Center. INSTRUCTOR: Bhavani TIME: Tuesday, 12 noon - 1:15 p.m. (ongoing) Free! (Must be a Team Survivor member). Call Sharon at (310)452-3881 HELP YOUR BONES AND YOUR "Y" GET STRONGER Continue your bone & muscle fitness at home between classes - with OsteoBall.* Your YWCA Santa Monica/Westside receives a donation with every OsteoBall purchased! Give the gift of healthier muscles and bones. Visit ywca.bonefitness.com, or call Toll-Free 1.800.860.3949 Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we will be holding a special event, please call Sharon Donaldson for more information at (310) 452-3881. Free Exercise Classes For Women With Cancer In cooperation with Team Survivor, the YWCA is offering free exercise classes and strength training in addition to Encore for women with cancer. Team Survivor is a non-profit organization that provides free exercise, health education and support programs for women living with cancer. For more information, contact Team Survivor (310)477-4669 or Sharon Donaldson at the YWCA, (310)452-3881 YWCA Week Without Violence October 2009 Join the YWCA as we celebrate the YWCA Week Without Violence, the third week of October. This is a national campaign that focuses on practical alternatives to violence, bringing to our lives a safer, more peaceful and healthy community. Our free events open to the community include; Self-Defense Workshops for children and women, Peaceful Parenting Workshops for parents, Yoga Workshop for adults and Middle-Scool Girl's Leadership Performances. For More Information and Registration Call (310) 452-3881 Adult Classes | Body Shop | Health and Fitness | Community Classes |Parents' Corner Children's Classes | General Information | Home Parents' Corner A Place For Parents: Nurturing Families and Community We believe that every family needs support and a strong sense of community. Connecting with other and building confidence as a parent helps develop strong families. A Place For Parents offers Toddlers/Infants & Me Classes and a variety of Parent Support groups. Caregiver/Teacher Training is also available. The classes provide a stimulating environment in which children can practice new skills through creative play, music making, finger rhymes, dance and parachute play. Parents are able to discuss developmental issues and concerns. Toddler & Me Classes (1-3 year olds) $17 per class, payable in 2 month blocks Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays - 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays - 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. and 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Parent Support Classes (1-3 year old children) Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., (1-3 year old children) Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. $17 per class, payable in 2 month blocks. (3-6 year old children) Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. $20 per class, childcare provided. Cottage Activity Time (2 hour drop-off groups for 2 1/2 yr. olds) This program is based on supporting development through play where social skills and conflict resolution skills are emphasized. We support the separation process between parent and child. Organic snacks are served. Parent support groups available. (Children do not have to be toilet trained) Call Barbara Olinger, M.S.W., Director of Family Development, for more information at (310)452-3881. A Place For Parents: Nurturing Families and Community We believe that every family needs support and a strong sense of community. Connecting with other and building confidence as a parent helps develop strong families. A Place For Parents offers Toddlers/Infants & Me Classes and a variety of Parent Support groups. Caregiver/Teacher Training is also available. The classes provide a stimulating environment in which children can practice new skills through creative play, music making, finger rhymes, dance and parachute play. Parents are able to discuss developmental issues and concerns. New! Tumbling Toddlers! (Ages 2 - 3 1/2) Join the staff of Broadway School of Gymnastics for this parent & me class that give your toddler first time gymnastic skills within a structured learning yet fun environment. All the basics will be covered in addition to social development - don't miss this! INSTRUCTOR: Broadway School of Gymnastics TIME: Wednesday, 11:00am - 11:45am or 12 noon - 12:45pm, ongoing 8 week sessions COST: $96 NEW PROGRAM! BRIT WEST Mommy/Daddy & Me "Soccer 4 Tots" (Ages 2 - 5) Join the leaders of Brit West, one of the best-known and respected soccer coaching organizations in L.A. for this excellent soccer program we are now pleased to offer here at the YWCA. Your child will learn basic soccer skills in this important first step in physical fitness and sports. Balancing, running, jumping, throwing, hopping etc. will be covered as well in this fun program centered around the game of soccer. LIMITED ENROLLMENT! Instructor: Brit West Soccer Time: Fridays, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. (2 - 3 yrs.) 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. (3 - 5 yrs.) Cost: $84 per session   Children's Classes New!! Hip Hop Dance Team (Ages 11 - 18 years) Students will have a blast in this fast paced, fun, high-energy dance class! Girls will learn Hip Hop movement/dance. This class will teach choreography and technique and also emphasize bringing style and personality to the movement. Learn the elements of Hip Hop and the latest dance trends. Students will have the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Students will continue basic dance technique as well. Dance conditioning will be introduced to strengthen the body for more advanced dance training. Veronica Castro is a professional dancer, director and teacher who has taught and performed around the world and has coached a 3-time State Championship Hip Hop team. Instructor: Veronica Castro Call Veronica Castro for more information and registration at (310)452-3881.   Creative Movement / Dance (Ages 3 - 5) Creative movement for children. Children get to create steps after learning basic skills of walk, run, jump, skip, slide, hop and gallop. Children's storylines will be used in each class! INSTRUCTOR: Luanice L. Frank TIME: Fridays, 3:15 - 4:00 p.m., ongoing 8 week sessions COST: $96 "Broadway Stars" (Ages 6-10) BEGINNING GYMNASTICS - FUN & FITNESS! This class is instructed and supervised by the gymnastics leaders from Broadway Gymnastic School. Basic yet progressive gymnastic skills will be taught including floor exercises, vault, bars, balance beam, flexibility and coordination. INSTRUCTORS: Broadway Gymnastic School Staff TIMES: Tues. and/or Thurs., 4:10 -5:00 p.m., ongoing 8 week sessions COST: $96 once a week, for 8 weeks Little Tumbling Stars (Ages 3-5) An excellent class for the active child. Skills such as tumbling, vaulting, balance beam, bar, strength and flexibility are covered. Using mat equipment, locomotor skills and positive reinforcement will be used to help students gain self confidence and to enhance the joy of movement ? Don't Miss This! INSTRUCTORS: Broadway Gymnastic School Staff TIMES: Tues. and/or Thurs., 3:15 -4:00 p.m., ongoing 8 week sessions COST: $96 once a week, for 8 weeks Ballet For Children (Ages 6 - 9) A great class for children who want to learn ballet. Using French ballet terms and working with classical music, children learn ballet, barre and center techniques. Luanice Frank has been teaching dance many years. INSTRUCTOR: Luanice Frank TIME: Fridays, 4:00 - 4:45 p.m., ongoing 8 week sessions COST: $96 Hip Hop & Jazz - New! (Ages 5 - 11) This is a fun, high energy class where boys and girls can express themselves while learning jazz techniques and the latest hip-hop dance moves. Students can even bring their own music to selected classes. Don't Miss This!! INSTRUCTOR: Sarah Romanowsky TIME: Wednesdays, 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. COST: $96 Adult Classes | Body Shop | Health and Fitness | Community Classes |Parents' Corner Children's Classes | General Information | Home Adult Classes | Body Shop | Health and Fitness | Community Classes |Parents' Corner Children's Classes | General Information | Home General Information Registration SIGN UP TODAY! Pre-Registration helps to ensure that the class you wish to take will still be offered and available. Any classes with insufficient enrollment may be cancelled. By Mail or In Person Send payment with the registration form in this brochure or register in person. Register anytime the YWCA is open. The YWCA recommends you consult your physician before participating in any physical program. Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. - Front Desk closes at 7:30 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Schedule may fluctuate due to early a.m. and late p.m. classes - closed for major holidays. Visitors & Guests Membership in the YWCA is required for all classes except for guests and one day seminars. Members or visitors may try one class by paying a guest fee. Anyone may visit a bodyshop or gentle exercise class once at no charge. Refunds No refunds for programs will be issued unless a class is cancelled! Please be aware of this before you enroll! Absences Absence from class does not reduce the cost of operating YWCA programs. For this reason an unavoidable absence does not result in a refund or partial refund of class fees. We cannot pro-rate for the first week of class if a student registers late. Membership (Non-refundable) $35 Adults $25 Seniors 55+ $17 Children Scholarships Limited Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis in exchange for work at the YWCA. See front desk. Showers-Lockers-Sauna Use of YWCA showers, lockers & sauna is limited to women members currently enrolled in YWCA classes. Lockers are available for same-day use, please bring a combination lock. Using the sauna before exercising is not recommended. Donations The YWCA is a non-profit organization. All contributions are eligible for a tax deduction. Gifts of cash, stocks or property are welcome. You may designate your gift to our endowment fund. Please consider the Y when you are in a position to make a contribution. If considering a gift for a special purpose, contact Executive Director, Julia Miele. Arrangements can be made according to your wishes. Thank you in advance for your thoughtful gift. 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