ENL-955 SSAC-Favorite Poems

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Favorite Poems | Share, read, and discuss favorite poems, building on the Favorite Poem Project created by Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky. Poetry has a double nature: both inward, close to one's heart and memory, and outward, reflecting communal aspects of culture and public concerns. Because of poetry's dual nature, this course will incorporate participants' favorite poems as well as the work of poets from other countries around the world. We will map our personal and community search for meaning and connection.

HTH-943 ONLN-Latin Cardio Dance

Section Info: Online | Latin Cardio Dance | No class May 22, 29 and June 5 | Come and join Sandra for a cardiovascular workout with easy-to-follow dance steps. We will be dancing to a mix of World music like salsa, cumbia, merengue, middle eastern, tango, and more! The class will start with a warm-up, stretching and balance. Students will then progress from basic dance steps to intermediate. Open to anyone who wants to have fun and dance for an hour. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Fridays from 8-9 am is mandatory for section 203.

HTH-934 ANSR-Intermediate Mat Yoga

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Intermediate Mat Yoga | This yoga class is intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation. This class is not recommended for beginners.

HTH-934 ONLN-Beg, Intermed Mat Yoga

Section Info: Online | Beginner, Intermediate Mat Yoga| This yoga class is beginner/intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation. Suggested equipment: a non-slip "sticky" mat; a belt, strap, or old tie; two yoga blocks. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 8:30-9:45 a.m. is mandatory for section 205.

HTH-934 ONLN-Beg, Intermed Mat Yoga

Section Info: Online | Beginner, Intermediate Mat Yoga | This yoga class is beginner/intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation. Suggested equipment: a non-slip "sticky" mat; a belt, strap, or old tie; two yoga blocks. | Note: Beginner/Intermediate Mat Yoga. Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 8:30-9:45 a.m. is mandatory for section 206.

HTH-934 SCSC-Intermediate Mat Yoga

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Intermediate Mat Yoga | This yoga class is intermediate. The postures always begin with a gentle version with the option to continue to more challenging positions. Postures are held a little longer than in the beginner class and any relaxation between postures is shorter. This class includes some discussion on the philosophy of yoga as well as an introduction to yoga breathing and meditation.

BNS-907 Pasadena-Ceramics 2

Section Info: Pasadena | Design, Marketing and Art of Ceramics II | No class May 8 and June 19 | Enjoy creating ceramics pieces to give as gifts, keep for yourself, or sell to others. Leave the firing and glazing to us! Take the finished work home. Note: Supplies are not included in the Senior cycle fee. A supply list of recommended supplies will be available the first day of class.

HTH-929 ASRC-Self Defense

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class May 25 | 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-Tai Chi

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Tai Chi | No class May 25 | This course provides instruction on improving and maintaining health through education and awareness of movement and balance concepts and practices. Topics include muscle groups, fall prevention, maintaining and improving coordination, and improved balance.

HTH-929 COSR-Self Defense

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class May 25 | 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 PASD-Self Defense

Section Info: Pasadena 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 PSRC-Comprehensive Tai Chi

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Comprehensive Tai Chi | This continuing education course provides instruction on improving and maintaining health through education and awareness of movement and balance concepts and practices. Topics include muscle groups, fall prevention, maintaining and improving coordination, and improving balance.

HTH-929 PSRC-Self Defense

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class May 25 | 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-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class April 14, 16, or 21 | 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. Thursdays include time in the fitness center. 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 202.