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ADULT TAEKWONDO 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 #45514 Tuesdays & Thursdays April 10 - June 21 7:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $199/22 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 May 21. Instructor: Brenda Bombini & Todd Robertson #45663 Mondays & Thursdays April 9 - June 21

Martial Arts

ADULT KUNG FU 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 May 21 & June 11. Instructor: Corny Martens #45513 Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Activity Room $405/36 (3 classes/week) $270/24 (2 classes/week) $135/12 (1 class/week) RecreationAccess Apply for coupon books that provide healthy lifestyle opportunities to residents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics April 4 - June 30 8:00 - 10:00 pm Native Sons Hall Saturdays

TAI CHI 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 over- all fitness, coordination, and agil- ity. 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 April 11 - June 27 #45630 9:00 - 10:00 am level 2 #45629 10:00 - 11:00 am level 1 #45631 11:15 am - 12:15 pm level 3 Native Sons Hall $144/12

COURTENAY ADULT

7:30 - 9:15 pm Lewis MP Hall $146/21

EVENING TAI CHI The slow, fluid movements of Tai Chi reduce tension and stress, im- proves balance, coordination, and concentration, as well as muscle resil- iency and joint flexibility. Tai Chi helps to increase energy and provides an overall sense of well-being. Instructor: Albert Balbon #45632 Thursdays April 12 - June 28 7:15 - 8:15 pm Lewis Meeting Room $96/12

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