Adult Activities

CARDIO CARMA
DAYS: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays Ongoing
TIME: 6 - 7 pm    Location: Nelson Center
This class is for men & women age 16 & up.
You will increase cardio, strength, & flexibility and reduce stress.
Get fit with this hi/low aerobic exercise class.  
It is appropriate for all levels of fitness. Join anytime .  
Bring water & a mat or towel
INSTRUCTOR: Rachel Carma ONeill      
Call Rachel to register 996-9106
ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor ~ AFAA Certified Personal Trainer


BALLROOM DANCING
INSTRUCTOR:: Lisa Harbin  LOCATION: Nelson Center 
Lessons & Practice Dance: $30/month  $20/students    Practice Dance Only: $5 
No partner required   Register & pay 1st night of each month

February - RUMBA
Lessons: Monday, February 2,9,16  TIME: 7:15 - 8:00 pm
Practice Dance: Monday, February 23 TIME: 7:30 - 9:00 
Learn how to dance to the smooth sound of the Blues.  West coast swing is a very versatile dance and can be adapted to several musical styles. 

March - LATIN SERIES
Lessons:  Monday, March 9, 16, 23  TIME: 7:15 - 8:00
Practice Dance: Monday, March 30TIME: 7:30 - 9:00 
Rumba, also known as the dance of love, is the perfect Valentine's Day dance. 

 April - TANGO
Lessons: Monday, April 6, 13, 20      TIME: 7:15 - 8:00 pm
Learn the Tango, one of the most dramatic ballroom dances.  You can always tell tango music so it's easy to get out on the dance floor.

 May - COUNTRY 2 STEP/LINE DANCES
Lessons: Monday, May 4, 11, 18   TIME: 7:15—8:00 pm
Practice Dance: Monday, May 25   TIME: 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Love country music?  Want to look great at the local dances?  Circle the dance floor with this  high energy fun partner dance.  Also we will add in a few line dances you can do all by yourself.  This will be a really fun session.

June—SHAG
Lessons:  Monday, June 8, 15, 22  TIME: 7:15 - 8:00
Practice Dance: Monday, June 29  TIME: 7:30 - 9:00  
Like Beach Music?  Shaggin' on the Boulevard?  Get ready for summer fun.

PRACTICE DANCES 
Mondays, Feb 23, March 30, April 27, May 25  TIME: 7:30 - 9:00 pm
If you already know how to dance and just want a chance to enjoy a night out, our practice dances may be just what you're looking for!  Each month will highlight the “dance of the month” but we will play a variety of music so you can practice all your moves.   No partner required.  $5/person/dance

DOG OBEDIENCE
DATES: Tuesdays Feb 24th - April 14th TIME: Class I:  6 - 7 pm  Class II: 7:15 - 8:15 pm
 For dogs 12 weeks to 7 years & all their human family
Does your dog need to learn the basic commands to be a safe
and well mannered pet? Your dog will learn to sit, come, down, stay & more.
The whole family is encouraged to attend
Maximum: 12 dogs each class INSTRUCTOR: Helene Dodge,  Certified Search & Rescue Dog Handler  
Contact Helene at 263-6342 to register, for more information on the class, & the type of leash & collar

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
DATES: Tuesday & Wednesday, April 21st & 22nd  TIME: 1-5 pm Both Days
LOCATION: Nelson Center
If you’re 55 or older take this 2 day course to sharpen your driving skills
Auto insurance discounts available (check with your agency).
FEE (payable to AARP): $12 AARP member  $14 non member
Call 263-7130 to register  (Maximum 20)

HAVING IT ALL TOGETHER IN THE GAME OF LIFE IS AS EASY AS 1 , 2 , 3
DATES: Wednesdays, Feb. 25th - March 25th TIME: 7 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center
Learn the habits of success through a systematic training program in
motivational strategies for life planning. What do you want to do in your life?  
How do you get there?  Develop an “Action Plan” .  Age: Adult    Minimum: 6  Maximum: 50
Instructor: JoeAnn Mitchell, Founding president & CEO of Mitchenterprises
Call 263-7130 to register Dealine to register: Feb 18th

RUN YOUR LIFE LIKE A BUSINESS - AND PROFIT FROM IT!
DATES: Thursdays, Feb. 26th - March 26th  TIME: 7 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center
Develop your organizational structure with YOU as President.
This class will show you how!  The process of transcending
your “life as a business” into a bonifide business venture is made SIMPLE.  
Age: Adult     Minimum: 6  Maximum: 50
Call 263-7130 to register by Feb 18th
Instructor: JoeAnn Mitchell, Founding President & CEO of Mitchenterprises


SILVER SMITH -BRACELET
DATE: Tuesday, Feb 17th  TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $40
INSTRUCTOR: Liz McCormack    www.justliz.net
Make a cuff bracelet using techniques of hammering, wire wrapping, & twisting.
Some experience necessary. Materials included. Call 263-7130 to register by Feb. 11th

BASIC TECHNIQUES of SILVER SMITHING
DATE: Tuesday, March 17th  TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $40
INSTRUCTOR: Liz McCormack    www.justliz.net  
Learn the art of silver smithing- hammer, wrap, & design your own piece.
Make & take home a beautiful sterling silver pendant & earrings      
To register call 263-7130 by March 11th

BASIC BEADED BRACELET
DATE: Thursday, March 19th  TIME: 6:30 pm  FEE: $25
LOCATION: Nelson Center AGES: 13 & up
Make a bracelet & learn the techniques necessary to make your  own
bead creations. Take home a finished product.     INSTRUCTOR: Denise Harvey    
Call NCPRD to register & give your preference of bead color & silver or gold
 Deadline to resiter: March 12th

The ART of BASIC KNITTING
DATE: Class I  Mondays, Feb 23rd - March 16th   TIME: 10 am - 12 noon
      Class II Tuensdays, Feb. 24th - March 17th TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center   FEE: $45
Learn to create a scarf using 2 sticks (knitting needles) and fancy string (yarn).
Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off.
Learn to read patterns and understand the knitting language and abbreviations.
Relax while creating something beautiful and useful.   
Ages: 15 & up   Bring size 11 needles & worsted weight yarn or purchase supplies at the first class for $12  
Instructor: Marilyn Scott   To register call 263-7130 Deadline to register: Feb 16th
 
ADVANCED KNITTING
DATE: Monday, MArch 23rd  TIME: 10 am - 12 noon  
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $20
Take this one day class to bring your knitting skills to the next level.
Learn “yarn overs” & intro to cables. Bring your own knitting project and materials.
Instructor: Marilyn Scott      To register call 263-7130 by March 16th

CLASSES FOR YOUR HEALTH

MEDITATION
DATE: Wednesday, Feb 18th  TIME: 7-8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $12
INSTRUCTOR: Bindu Johnson
Control Stress ~ Normalize Blood pressure ~ Find Inner Peace and Balance ~
Reduce Muscle Tension   Join us to learn more about mediation and how you can
incorporate simple techniques into your daily life to create a
greater sense of well being,physically, mentally & emotionally. 
Call 263-7130 to register by Feb 11th

BREATHE
DATE: Wednesday, March 25th  TIME: 7 - 8:30 pm
LOACTION: Nelson Center  FEE: $12
INSTRUCTOR: Bindu Johnson
Discharge Stress ~ Lower Blood pressure ~
Sleep More Soundly ~ Increase Energy and Improve Concentration   
We’ll learn the mechanics of breathing and learn practices that can
and will restore a greater sense of well-being and heightened physical and mental functioning.  
Call 263-7130 to register by March 18th

INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION
DATE: April 22nd TIME: 7-8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $15
INSTRUCTOR: Bindu Johnson
Discover the difference between Primary & Secondary Nutrition
learn about foods that can create increased health, vitality, & wellness
Explore lifestyle choices that can enhance health & well-being
Learn about bio-individuality and why one diet doesn’t work for everyone.
Empower yourself to make healthier choices and begin to create a healthier, happier, more fulfilled experience.       Call 263-7130 to register
Call 263-7130 to register by April 15th

SUGAR BLUES
DATE: May 27th TIME: 7-8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $12
INSTRUCTOR: Bindu Johnson
Explore the impact of sugar on your health and well-being
physically, mentally, and emotionally..and learn tools
that will reduce the amount of sugar in your diet without the deprivation of being on a diet.
Call 263-7130 to register by May 20th

NATURAL CURES FOR HEADACHES
DATE: Tuesday, March 10th  TIME: 7-8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center  FEE: $10
INSTRUCTOR: Brian Prax, Dr of Chiropractic
Learn real techniques, treatments and natural cures for the relieving
and/or curing of the most common headaches – all kinds of headaches from Migraines to Tension. 
Come with your open mind and get ready to change your life forever. 
What do you have to lose...your headache?
To register call 263-7130 by March 3rd

STAY FIT WHILE YOU SIT
DATE: Tuesday, March 24th  TIME: 7-8:30 pm
LOCATION: Nelson Center   FEE: $10
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Brian Prax – Dr of Chiropractic.
Find out if your workstation and habits may be creating poor posture leading to stress,
 neck pain or back pain.  Learn how to analyze your workspace.
Learn easy and fun at–your–workstation stretches and exercises
you can do to reduce or even eliminate your neck pain, headaches,
lower back pain and between-the-shoulder-blade pain with
To register call 263-7130 by March 17th

NCPRD EXERCISE SCHEDULE AT
NELSON PHYSICAL THERAPY & FITNESS

NCPRD is teaming up with NPT to offer the following exercise classes at a great rate.
LOCATION: NPT 1543 Beech Grove Rd. CALL 434. 361. 2650  to register -mention NCPRD.
Yoga & Nia classes are $14/class or $144 for a package of 12 classes ($12/class)

YOGA CLASSES  
Instructor; Bindu Johnson  Tuesday & Thursdays  10:15- 11:45am
Instructor- Agnes Schrider,PT   Thursdays  4:30- 6pm

NIA Class 
Instructor: Betty Kerr  Saturdays 9:30am- 10:30am

Tae Kwon Do
Instructor: Josh Copson    Adult Classes  Sundays 4- 6pm    $55/month
                                            Children's Classes  Fridays  4-5:30pm  $45/month


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