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Martial Arts

ADULT KUNG FU (14 years & over)

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO ADULT (13 years & over) Self-defense techniques will also be taught. This fast-paced, intense program provides excellent phys- ical activity for all ages and can be adapted to individual needs. Certified by World Taekwondo Federation, Canadian Taekwondo Federation and BC Taekwondo Federation. Instructor: Richard Dobbs #47502 Tuesdays & Thursdays January 8 - March 14 7:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $180/20 KARATE Karate is a great way to improve overall health and fitness at any age through physical condition- ing and self defense techniques. Safe and encouraging practice of blocks, kicks, punches and evasive moves will develop confidence, improve concentration and relieve stress! Courtenay Karate teaches traditional shito-ryu karate with NCCP certified instruction and expertise sanctioned by Karate Canada and Karate BC (an annual fee will be collected in class). No class February 18. Instructor: Brenda Bombini & Todd Robertson #47530 Mondays & Thursdays January 7 - March 14 7:30 - 9:15 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $146/19

TAI CHI (50 years & over)

Applied Body Mechanics Ving Tsun is a tested system of Chinese Box- ing that emphasizes small move- ments for maximum results. This class is skill-based training in an encouraging, safe and non-threat- ening environment. Practitioners will develop fast hands and good body structure through progres- sive sparring drills and pad work. No class February 16, 18 & 20. Instructor: Corny Martens #47197 Mondays & Wednesdays 8:00 - 10:00 pm & Saturdays

EVENING TAI CHI The slow, fluid movements of Tai Chi reduce tension and stress, improve balance, coordination, and concentration, as well as mus- cle resiliency and joint flexibility. Tai Chi helps to increase energy and provides an overall sense of well-being. Instructor: Albert Balbon #47500 Thursdays January 10 - March 28 7:15 - 8:15 pm Lewis Meeting Room $96/12 Derived from the martial arts, tai chi is composed of slow, deliber- ate movements, meditation, and deep breathing, which enhance physical health and emotional well-being. Tai chi improves overall fitness, coordination, and agility. People who practice tai chi on a regular basis tend to have good posture, flexibility, and range of motion, are more mentally alert, and sleep more soundly. Instructor: Ivy Wang Wednesdays January 9 - March 27 #47499 9:00 - 10:00 am #47497 10:00 - 11:00 am #47498 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Native Sons Lower Hall $144/12 RecreationAccess Apply for coupon books that provide healthy lifestyle opportunities to residents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics

COURTENAY ADULT

10:30 am - 12:00 pm January 5 - March 30 8:00 - 10:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $270/2 days per week $405/3 days per week

See page 42 - 43 for children’s martial arts programs

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