CRE-913 ONLN-Painting

Section Info: Online | Painting | This course offers intermediate and experienced oil or acrylic painters the chance to refine their skills in composition, design, and execution. The instructor provides lectures and individualized guidance. Previous painting experience is recommended. Students will learn to evaluate and improve their own work, painting their own subjects or images selected by the instructor. The course emphasizes working from photographs, taking creative risks, and developing individuality. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 12:30- 3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 303.

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.

HOR-903 ONLN-Beyond Basic Gardening

Section Info: Online | Beyond Basic Gardening | Build upon basic gardening skills to identify ornamental and native plants for propagation as well as indoor seed starting. Learn specific techniques for pruning trees, shrubs, and perennials. Discuss soil building, watering, mulching, and year-round care of your landscape. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 301.

HOR-903 ONLN-Beyond Basic Gardening

Section Info: Online | Beyond Basic Gardening | Build upon basic gardening skills to identify ornamental and native plants for propagation as well as indoor seed starting. Learn specific techniques for pruning trees, shrubs, and perennials. Discuss soil building, watering, mulching, and year-round care of your landscape. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 10-11 a.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.

HTH-928 ONLN | Gentle Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Gentle Tai Chi | Tai Chi offers well-documented health benefits, including improved blood pressure, balance, focus, strength, flexibility, endurance, bone density, and immune function, with anti-aging effects. This ancient, mindful movement practice suits all fitness levels-beginners build strong foundations, while experienced students refine skills. Movements are typically done standing but can be modified for seated practice. No equipment is needed; just wear loose, comfortable clothing. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 10-11a.m. is mandatory for section 303.

HTH-928 ONLN-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Beginner Tai Chi | 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. | Note: Beginner Tai Chi. Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 309.

HTH-928 PASD | TaiChi for Hlth and Wel

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Tai Chi for Health and Wellness | Tai Chi offers well-documented health benefits, including improved blood pressure, balance, focus, strength, flexibility, endurance, bone density, and immune function, with anti-aging effects. This ancient, mindful movement practice suits all fitness levels-beginners build strong foundations, while experienced students refine skills. Movements are typically done standing but can be modified for seated practice. No equipment is needed; just wear loose, comfortable clothing.

HTH-928 SCSC-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: South County 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 SCSC-Beginner Tai Chi

Section Info: South County 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 SCSC-Self Defense

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-928 SCSC-Self Defense

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-929 ASRC-Self Defense

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class September 7 | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-929 ASRC-Self Defense

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class September 7 | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.