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Key to Locations in Class Listings (all in Berkeley)
ARTHRITIS RELIEF Chair class. Easy movement, self-massage and acupressure help with arthritis difficulties and increases overall sense of well-being.
ART HISTORY Using the lives and times of the great artists, issues in Western Art History and discussed. Lecture, discussions, slides, films, books, museum outings.
BILINGUAL CONVERSATION Mandarin and English. Mandarin speaking students study and learn English language skills through conversation and grammar excercises.
CERAMICS Will acquaint the student with hand-building techniques and decorating low-fire clay in terms of the practical and the aesthetic. Techniques include pinch, coil, slab methods. The use of molds, decorating techniques and glazing are also covered. Class open to beginners as well as advanced students.
COMPUTER PROJECTS For students with basic to advanced computer skills. Internet research, on-line purchasing, email and attachments, as well as scanning, use of flash drives, manipulating digital images, producing word documents, CD copying, and DVD viewing and recording. One-on-one on-going support. Special focus sessions TBA.
COMPUTER WORKSHOP This class provides self-paced instruction in mastering basic computer operations, using the Internet, word processing, graphics and photos. Ongoing support for projects like flyers, info search, photos, and email. Special focus sessions to be arranged.
CRITICAL VIEWING Examine the art and craft(iness) of short films, documentaries, the TV episode, commercials, etc. One or two short productions are viewed each week and the remainder of the session is spent in a discussion using DVD technology to carefully RE-view.
CURRENT EVENTS This is a discussion group aimed at keeping all involved on top of the current "hot-button" issues. Diverse points of view are encouraged and respected. Explore social, political and economic issues in the news.
FELDENKRAIS Gentle, slow-moving class done lying on mats. Increased awareness leads to easier, more comfortable and pleasurable movement. Mats provided.
FILM Discussion and critical viewing of films from a wide range of style, genre and period.
FUN, FITNESS & DANCE Full body workout: aerobic activity,warm-up, dance, strength training, floor work to cool down.
IYENGAR YOGA The major poses, modified for the abilities of seniors; breathing techniques; and relaxation with meditation features. Content covers relevant anatomy, function, and applications to everyday living. All levels of ability can participate. Yoga enhances strength, flexibility, balance and a sense of well-being.
LATIN AEROBICS Stretch and strengthening exercises followed by learning latin dances.
LINE AEROBICS/DANCE Various levels. Introduction and review of current line dances. At NBSC Country Western Line Dance emphasis on a variety of genre: Cha-cha, rumba, waltz, and two-step. No partner necessary. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels offered. At SBSC two levels of Soul Line Dance are offered.
LIVING PLANET Using films, speakers, handouts, fieldtrips and class discussion, this course gives an introduction to the wildlife, biology and ecology of our home planet Earth.
MATURE DRIVERS CLASS Drivers 55 and over. Reduce auto insurance premium by completing the 8 hour course. Covers California traffic laws, defensive driving techniques. Certficate good for three years. Fee includes certificate. Sign up in person in the Main Office at BAS.
MEDITATION AND GENTLE YOGA You will learn ways of moving, breathing and being still, which have only one purpose: To make you healthier and happier. Anyone who is able to sit and stand can benefit from this class.
MOVING QI Learn to promote relaxation and increase circulation through acupressure and movement. Improve your balance, release tension and develop your strength. Learn traditional Asian methods for balancing the energy related to back pain, blood pressure, indigestion and other issues. This class promotes well-being and physical and emotional vitality.
MUSIC APPRECIATION Emphasis on a survey of the lives, times and music of the great classical composers.
PARKINSON'S DISEASE MOVEMENT Based on John Argue's Parkinson's and the Art of Movement, class is designed to help with balance, flexibility and improved mobility.
POETRY WORKSHOP A safe place in which to write and share your work. Topics and exercises to help you write with skill and spontaneity. All skill levels are welcome
SHORT STORIES & ESSAYS Reading and discussion of contemporary short-short stories and essays. Together we learn not only to become more exacting readers, but also to bring to the table the relevant ideas and personal experiences that will shed light on these short works.
SPANISH CONVERSATION & CULTURE Learn to speak Spanish with exercises, songs, and new vocabulary and grammar. For those with some exposure to Spanish. Improve Spanish skills by discussing food, culture, music and current events. Class conducted in Spanish.
TAI-CHI A physical and meditative approach to well-being attained by a series of simple, quiet and relaxed body movement. Tai Chi Chih is based on "floating" hand/arm movements while rocking slowly back and forth with one leg in front of the other. Goals: body awareness, muscle relaxation to improve circulation of blood/lymph, and stress reduction.
TAP DANCE Various levels of tap dance as both aerobic and artistic movement progressing to a student performance.
UKULELE & SINGING Learn to play and accompany yourself while singing.
WATER AEROBICS Learn elements of body conditioning while engaging in low-impact water exercises. Warm up, pool activities, shower. Additional City of Berkeley pool fee applies.
WORLD LITERATURE Course will vary from poetry to drama to novels beginning with a two-semester reading of DON QUXOTE including film material.
YOGA Provides opportunities to increase range of motion, strength and stamina. Coordination, balance, posture, breathing, and tension reduction are emphasized. Cognitive skills and body awareness are enhanced through poses and movements. Focus is on gentle stretches of muscle tissue and tendons/ligaments for the prevention of premature rigidity of the muscular system. Mats are required. Focus is placed on gaining these abilities safely at a rate suitable for each student.
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