LIFE LONG LEARNING PROGRAM
for Adult 55 and Older

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Note that there is now a $30 per class per semester registration fee.
Schedules subject to change. Call or visit the location to verify.

Key to Locations in Class Listings (all in Berkeley)
BAS
Berkeley Adult School
1701 San Pablo Ave.
510.644.6130

JASEB
Japanese American Services of the East Bay
1710 Carleton St.
510.883.1106

JCC
Jewish Community Center of the East Bay
1414 Walnut St.
510.848.0237

NBSC
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst St.
510.981.5190
REDWOOD
Redwood Gardens
2951 Derby St.
510.549.2210

SBSC
South Berkeley Senior Center
2939 Ellis St.
510.981.5170

SCL
Strawberry Creek Lodge
1329 Addison St.
510.841.8330

WBSC
West Berkeley Senior Center
1900 6th St.
510.981.5180
BCP (Berkeley City Pools)
King Pool
1700 Hopkins
510.644.8518

West Campus Pool
Addison and Bonar
510.644.8520

Willard Pool
Telegraph and Derby
510.644.8519

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ARTHRITIS RELIEF
Chair class. Easy movement, self-massage and acupressure help with arthritis difficulties and increases overall sense of well-being.
Code
Location
Time
Day
08-491-122
NBSC
10:45am-12:15pm
Tu

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.
08-111-142
NBSC
2:00-4:00pm
Th

BILINGUAL CONVERSATION
Mandarin and English. Mandarin speaking students study and learn English language skills through conversation and grammar excercises.
08-854-122
NBSC
1:00-2:30pm
Tu

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.
08-140-112
SBSC
1:00-3:00pm
M
08-140-232 NBSC 10:00am-12:00pm W
08-140-332 SBSC 1:00-3:00pm W

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.
08-320-102 SBSC 12:00-1:30pm M

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.
08-310-102 SBSC 9:00-11:00am M
08-310-202 WBSC 9:00-11:00am Tu
08-310-302 SBSC 1:00-3:00pm W
08-310-402 SBSC 9:00-11:00am Th

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.
08-710-112
JCC
1:00-2:30pm
M

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.
08-600-342
NBSC
10:00am-11:00pm
Th
08-600-242 JCC 1:00-2:00pm Th

FELDENKRAIS
Gentle, slow-moving class done lying on mats. Increased awareness leads to easier, more comfortable and pleasurable movement. Mats provided.
08-440-132
JCC - Int class
10:15-11:45am
W
08-440-232 JCC - Beg class 11:45am-12:45pm W

FILM
Discussion and critical viewing of films from a wide range of style, genre and period.
08-725-222
SCL
6:45-8:45pm
Tu
08-700-132 REDWOOD 6:45-8:45pm W
08-700-232 JCC 7:00-9:00PM W

FUN, FITNESS & DANCE
Full body workout: aerobic activity,warm-up, dance, strength training, floor work to cool down.
08-475-142 JCC 9:00-10:30am Th

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.
08-481-122 NBSC 10:00-11:30am Tu
08-481-252 NBSC 10:00-11:30am F

LATIN AEROBICS
Stretch and strengthening exercises followed by learning latin dances.
08-429-132 JSAEB 9:00-10:30am W

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.
08-427-112 NBSC 9:00am-10:30pm M
08-425-122 SBSC (Beg.) 10:30am-12:00pm Tu
08-426-122 SBSC (Int.) 12:30-2:00pm Tu
08-427-242 NBSC 9:00-10:30am Th

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.
08-660-122 NBSC 10:00am-12:00pm Tu

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.
08-001-122
Mature Driver
1:00-5:00pm (9/21 & 9/28)
Tu
08-001-222
Mature Driver
1:00-5:00pm (11/23 & 11/30)
Tu

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.
08-482-322
REDWOOD
10:00-11:30am
Tu
08-482-132 NBSC 10:00-11:30am W

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.
08-410-122 JASEB 9:30-11:00am Tu
08-410-222 JCC 12:00-1:30pm Tu

MUSIC APPRECIATION
Emphasis on a survey of the lives, times and music of the great classical composers.
08-155-122 NBSC 2:00-3:30pm Tu

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.
08-493-142 NBSC 10:00-11:30am Th

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
08-235-142 NBSC 10:00am-12:00pm Th

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.
08-241-142 JCC 11:15am-12:15pm Th

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.
08-900-192 NBSC 12:30-2:00pm W

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.
08-415-112 JASEB 10:00-11:30am M
08-415-232 SBSC 10:00-11:30am W

TAP DANCE
Various levels of tap dance as both aerobic and artistic movement progressing to a student performance.
08-420-142 SBSC 9:00-10:30am Th
08-420-152 NBSC 9:00-10:30am F

UKULELE & SINGING
Learn to play and accompany yourself while singing.
08-422-142 SBSC 12:30-2:00pm Th

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.
08-470-192 BCP 10:30-11:30am M
08-470-392 BCP 10:30-11:30am W

WORLD LITERATURE
Course will vary from poetry to drama to novels beginning with a two-semester reading of DON QUXOTE including film material.
08-221-122 NBSC 10:00am-12:00pm Tu

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.
08-480-282 JASEB 9:30-11:00am Th