CRE-912 ONLN-Chinese Calligraphy

Section Info: Online | Chinese Calligraphy | Chinese calligraphy is a refined art form with five main styles, from informal to elegant. Characters express balance, proportion, and rhythm through precise stroke order and spacing. Influenced by Zen Buddhism and Taoism, the practice is meditative. Students will also explore exhibition opportunities and potential markets for their work. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 313.

CRE-912 PASD-Acrylics

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Acrylics | In this class, students will learn skills to paint a variety of nature scenes on elements from nature including rocks, driftwood, oysters shells, crab shells and more. Advanced and beginner students are welcome. Class is designed to be a relaxing and fun exploration of painting and art! Please come to the first session to see examples of painted elements and discuss supplies. Acrylic paints and brushes are required for this class. All nature elements will be provided by the instructor.

CRE-912 PASD-One Stroke Paint

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | One Stroke Painting | Designed for experienced students, this class deepens practice of One Stroke techniques including flat, U, daisy, bud, teardrop, petal, shell, and leaf strokes. Materials, marketing, and selling finished projects are also discussed. Supply needs are reviewed in the first session; purchasing beforehand is not recommended.

CRE-912 SCSC-Drawing

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Drawing | Scott Clarke is an accomplished local artist specializing in good art classes that combine laughter, creativity and motivation. Throughout his inspiring ten-week course, you will explore a different facet of drawing from still life and perspective to caricature and cartooning and MORE!

CRE-912 SSAC-Chinese Brush Painting

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Chinese Brush Painting | Learn fundamental Chinese calligraphy and brush techniques to paint orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum in the sumi-e tradition. Students experiment with ink, color, and brushwork while exploring the mind body connection and artistic expression. Suitable for beginners or those improving skills; art venues and sales potential are also discussed.

CRE-913 SSAC-Drawing and Painting

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Drawing and Painting | Participants will complete several art projects of their own choosing, such as still life, portrait, and landscape, in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No previous art experience is required. Drawing basics such as line, value, light and shadow, linear perspective, and portrait proportions will be covered using pencil, eraser and drawing paper. Color basics such as primary, secondary, tertiary, complementary, and neutral colors, tint, tone, and shade will be covered using acrylic paint and oil pastel on drawing paper.

HTH-926 COSR-Aerobics and Strength

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Aerobics and Strength | This class begins with 20-30 minutes of cardio movement to raise the heart rate and get blood pumping. This is followed by a mixture of conditioning training to help tone the body using a combination of hand weights, bands, small balls, and a chair to build core strength, balance, and tone. This is truly a complete body workout!

HTH-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class Aug 4 and 6 | This class improves balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength using weights, balls, bands, bars, and a mat or chair. We begin with a warm-up and stretch, followed by low-impact aerobics to raise the heart rate. Strength and cardio segments alternate, ending with core work and stretching. All major muscle groups are trained for a total-body workout-set to great music.

HTH-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class Aug 4 and 6 | This class improves balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength using weights, balls, bands, bars, and a mat or chair. We begin with a warm-up and stretch, followed by low-impact aerobics to raise the heart rate. Strength and cardio segments alternate, ending with core work and stretching. All major muscle groups are trained for a total-body workout-set to great music.

HTH-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class Aug 4 and 6 | This class improves balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength using weights, balls, bands, bars, and a mat or chair. We begin with a warm-up and stretch, followed by low-impact aerobics to raise the heart rate. Strength and cardio segments alternate, ending with core work and stretching. All major muscle groups are trained for a total-body workout-set to great music.

HTH-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class Aug 4 and 6 | This class improves balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength using weights, balls, bands, bars, and a mat or chair. We begin with a warm-up and stretch, followed by low-impact aerobics to raise the heart rate. Strength and cardio segments alternate, ending with core work and stretching. All major muscle groups are trained for a total-body workout-set to great music.

HTH-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class Aug 4 and 6 | This class improves balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength using weights, balls, bands, bars, and a mat or chair. We begin with a warm-up and stretch, followed by low-impact aerobics to raise the heart rate. Strength and cardio segments alternate, ending with core work and stretching. All major muscle groups are trained for a total-body workout-set to great music.

HTH-926 ONLN-Aerobics and Strength

Section Info: Online | Aerobics and Strength | This upbeat cardio class warms the muscles and gets the blood flowing. We then stretch to elongate muscles, ligaments, tendons, and spine, focusing on correct posture by lifting from the sternum and crown of the head. Maintaining good posture helps with balance and fall prevention. Light hand weights and chair routines strengthen the upper and lower body. Each workout is unique and set to great music! | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. is mandatory for section 301.

HTH-928 ANSR-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Beginner Tai Chi | No class Sept 7 | This beginner Tai Chi class introduces a gentle standing exercise based on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form taught by Cheng Man-ching. Slow, flowing movements and deep breathing improve balance, strength, and relaxation while supporting cardiovascular health, joint comfort, mobility, and overall mental and physical wellbeing.

HTH-928 ANSR-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Beginner Tai Chi | No class Sept 7 | This beginner Tai Chi class introduces a gentle standing exercise based on the Yang Style Simplified Short Form taught by Cheng Man-ching. Slow, flowing movements and deep breathing improve balance, strength, and relaxation while supporting cardiovascular health, joint comfort, mobility, and overall mental and physical wellbeing.