Winter 2022 Classes
Class Registration
Please note that the registration procedures have been modified.
Visit the Registration & Policies page to learn how to register.
January
NEW CLASSES!
A Dance Practice for You
Come one, come all to practice your favorite dances! These sessions are for you to enjoy, socialize, and dance to many different types of genres, such as, swing, foxtrot, waltz, 2-step, cha cha and more Latin dances. Music is played by CD’s. I am here to help with any dance moves during this practice time. Join me and have fun! SUPPLIES: Bring your own snacks and drinks. Drop-in fee $5.
Fee: Member $5/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6179 1/23 Sun 4PM CH-PVR
6180 2/27 Sun 4PM CH-PVR
6182 3/27 Sun 4PM CH-PVR
6181 4/24 Sun 4PM CH-PVR
NEW CLASSES!
Intermediate Tap
This class will focus on footwork and technique. For intermediate and advanced dancers, the emphasis will be on improving the clarity of sound and execution. SUPPLIES: Bring tap shoes. Drop-in fee $10.
Fee: Member $24(3), $32(4), $40(5)/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6175 1/12-26 Wed 10:30AM SRS-CRUZ
6176 2/2-23 Wed 10:30AM SRS-CRUZ
6177 3/2-30 Wed 10:30AM SRS-CRUZ
6178 4/6-27 Wed 10:30AM SRS-CRUZ
UPDATED INFORMATION
Tai Chi Wu Style Beginners
Learn the first section of the Wu Style Tai Chi form. Great for improved balance, relaxation, mind-body movement, meditation, improved state of health and well-being. UPDATED DATES: New start and end dates. NO CLASS January 31st and March 7th.
Fee: Member $85/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6065 1/17-3/21 Mon 9AM EC-AUD
UPDATED INFORMATION
Tai Chi Wu Style Beginners
Continuing to learn the Wu Style Tai Chi form. You are welcome to take this class if you have had a class with me previously- regardless if you have practiced or not. Great for improved balance, relaxation, mind-body movement meditation, improved state of health and well-being. UPDATED DATES: New start and end dates. NO CLASS January 31st and March 7th.
Fee: Member $85/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5484 1/17-3/21 Mon 10AM EC-AUD
UPDATED INFORMATION
Gentle Alignment Yoga
An all-levels class designed to develop self-awareness and strength for a stable foundation in your practice. We will explore how to feel your personal alignment within each pose to assist your development of better balance and strength both on and off your mat. A combination of seated, standing and lying poses will be used. Micheline is a certified yoga teacher, having taught professionally since 1985. Her blended style is eclectic, drawing from the teachings of many yoga styles. Her emphasis is based on the teachings of B.K.S. lyengar’s principles of alignment. SUPPLIES: Blocks, strap, blanket. Drop-in fee $10. UPDATED TIME: Class ends at 10:15am.
Fee: Member $28(4), $35(5)/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5978 1/3-31 Mon 9AM LC-AGAV
5979 2/7-28 Mon 9AM LC-AGAV
5980 3/7-28 Mon 9AM LC-AGAV
5981 4/4-25 Mon 9AM LC-AGAV
UPDATED INFORMATION
Landscaping with Desert Natives
Landscape your home with desert natives and reap the benefits of low water use, attracting native birds, and minimize maintenance. Instructor is a Landscape Architect, Certified Arborist and has accumulated over 30 years of gardening experience in the Green Valley area. Material fee of $5 payable to instructor at class.
Fee: Member $30/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5898 1/18 Tue 9:00AM LC-IRWD
Stretch, Strength, Stabilize
In my classes you will learn specific Esizes to promote whole body bilateral correction and alignment and establish functional strength and balance. You will likely learn some anatomy too! We look to create a practice that will help and even eliminate body pains, stiffness, chronic pain from injuries and postural issues. Call Beth with questions or concerns 520-318-9590. I am certified as an Egoscue Pain Free and a massage therapist with over 30 years of experience. I’ve been teaching with GVR for eight years with great success. SUPPLIES: Yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks (soft, 4x6x8), and 1 yoga strap, NO jeans or belts please. Drop-in fee $28.
Fee: Member $96(4), $120(5)/Non-Member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5584 1/5-26 Wed 10:30AM CR-AMADO
5585 2/2-23 Wed 10:30AM CR-AMADO
5586 3/2-30 Wed 10:30AM CR-AMADO
5587 4/6-27 Wed 10:30AM CR-AMADO
5588 1/3-31 Mon 2:00PM CR-AMADO
5589 *2/7-28 Mon 2:00PM CR-AMADO
5590 3/7-28 Mon 2:00PM CR-AMADO
5591 4/4-25 Mon 2:00PM CR-AMADO
* Except February 14th; class will be held at LC-CTWD only on this date.
NEW CLASSES!
Introduction to the Clay Studio
This class is required for Clay Studio Membership. PLEASE NOTE: You must attend all sessions in order to join the Clay Studio.
This class will cover all knowledge necessary to become a responsible member of the Clay Studio by covering safe use of clay, as well as, essential studio operations. You will play with clay to learn basic hand building skills, but no projects will be completed. Material fee of $10 paid to the instructor the first day of class. Tools, clay and materials are provided for use during the class. SUPPLIES: Bring an apron or wear old clothing. A notepad, pen/pencil, and a small plastic jar with screw lid, are necessary for successful completion of Introduction to the Clay Studio. To prepare, please refer to our website www.claystudiogvaz.com for video links to be viewed before the first class. You may also review our other membership requirements by reviewing our membership form.
Member fee: $45 Classes: 3
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6150 1/10-17 Mon/Wed *12:30PM/8:30AM SRS-STU
6151 2/7-14 Mon/Wed *12:30PM/8:30AM SRS-STU
6152 3/7-14 Mon/Wed *12:30PM/8:30AM SRS-STU
6153 4/4-11 Mon/Wed *12:30PM/8:30AM SRS-STU
*First two classes start at 12:30pm, last day of each session starts at 8:30am. Please email classes@gvrec.org with any questions.
UPDATED INFORMATION
Yoga Release
Yoga Release is a blend of Yin and Subtle Yoga. This practice will help to calm the nervous system, improve breathing, and increase body/mind connection through mindfulness in movement, meditation, breath practice and awareness of self. Movements are slow, positions are held for longer periods of time, allowing for a more meditative practice overall. SUPPLIES: Please bring your own yoga mat. Drop-in fee $7.
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5929 1/3-31 Mon/Wed 6PM LC-JNPR
5930 2/2-28 Mon/Wed 6PM LC-JNPR
5931 3/2-30 Mon/Wed 6PM LC-JNPR
5932 4/4-27 Mon/Wed 6PM LC-JNPR
Yoga for Beginners
This class is designed as an introduction to the practice of yoga. The basic, foundational yoga postures will be practiced to align, strengthen, and promote flexibility in the body. We’ll incorporate breathing techniques and meditation as well. This class will move at a slow pace, as the focus will be on assisting you in building a strong yoga foundation. If you have never practiced yoga before, or if you have practiced in the past, and want to renew your practice, this is the class for you. SUPPLIES: Bring a yoga mat with you. If you have yoga blocks and blanket, bring those as well. Drop-in fee $10.
Fee: Member $20/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6097 1/8-29 Sat 8AM LC-JNPR
6098 2/5-26 Sat 8AM LC-JNPR
6099 3/5-26 Sat 8AM LC-JNPR
NEW CLASSES!
Motion Pictures Worth Discussing
Films today are better than ever. Last year over 700 films were released world-wide. Because of digital photography, independent film makers can now produce full length films which rival those of major studios. In this class you will watch six different films and then discuss them with the instructor. The group discussion sessions follow each film and are designed to help you better understand the directors’ and actors’ intent and techniques. All films are English subtitled.
Fee: Member $50/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5955 1/3-2/7 Mon 1:00PM DH-AUD
(January 17th class held in WC-RM2)
5956 2/14-3/23 Mon 1:00PM DH-AUD
(February 23rd and March 23rd Wednesdays classes)
LOCATION CHANGE!
Pilates Mat
Pilates mat-based exercises are based on the principles of breathing, concentration, focus, precision, centering and flow. Pilates will help you develop better body awareness, postural improvement, balance, flexibility, core strength and muscle tone. Instructor may introduce small accessory equipment. SUPPLIES: Bring a mat and small pillow or towel, if needed for head support. Instructor: Serenity Pilates Instructors
Fee: Member $36/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6091 1/10-31 Mon 8:30AM CR-AMADO
6092 2/7-28 Mon 8:30AM CR-AMADO
6093 3/7-28 Mon 8:30AM CR-AMADO
6094 4/4-25 Mon 8:30AM CR-AMADO
NEW CLASSES!
1,2,3,4
No need for a partner! Exercise by learning footwork only/practicing popular dances; Waltz, Foxtrot, Salsa, Rumba, Swing, Country, etc. Dance to improve and maintain balance, fitness, posture, core toning, brain function, and more! Additionally, learn to identify what dance goes with what genre of music. Come join me for some fun! Bring your own water bottle. SUPPLIES: Wear non-stick, smooth soled shoes. Drop-in fee $8.
Fee: Member $32(4), $40(5)/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5867 1/4-25 Tues 10:30AM CH-PVR
5869 2/1-22 Tues 10:30AM CH-PVR
5870 3/1-29 Tues 10:30AM CH-PVR
5871 4/5-26 Tues 10:30AM CH-PVR
NEW START DATE!
Modern Square Dancing
Square dancing, “Friendship Set to Music,” one of the greatest social dance forms. Make new friends, dance to interesting choreography – Variety of music, suited to anybody’s taste (Pop, Rock, Modern, Country, Standards, Traditional, etc.). Have fun exercising your mind and body. Great for cardio-vascular & agility. Modern version of this American Traditional Dance, not like you imagined. Singles, couples, no dancing experience? Two left feet? Everybody is welcome, join the fun! Taught by nationally known caller/instructor Rick Gittelman. Please note: CR# 5275 – Open through Jan 20th, CR# 5284 – Open through March 10th. Drop-in fee $8.
Fee: Member $80/Non-member +10
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
5275 1/11-2/17 Tues & Thurs 3PM CH-PVR
5284 3/1-4/7 Tues & Thurs 3PM CH-PVR
NEW CLASSES!
Formed Collars in Silver and Copper
(Intermediate Level) Prerequisites: Learn to Use the Torch class, Metalsmith Tools class, or verified experience AND GVR Lapidary Club membership. We will use metal forming tools and mandrels to shape heavy gauge half round silver and copper wire to make 2 neck collars. These are necklaces that can be worn alone or used to hang a pendant. Material fee of $35 paid to instructor.
Member fee: $25
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6145 1/13 Thurs 2:30PM DH-LAP
6146 2/18 Fri 2:30PM DH-LAP
February
NEW CLASSES!
Beyond Basics
Prerequisite: Must be a member of GVR Clay Studio. Are you wanting to expand your clay knowledge?
Beyond Basics is a four-week class geared towards Clay Studio members who have just completed orientation, or have been out of the studio for a while, and need a refresher course. Learn methods of clay building to create projects and learn more in-depth procedures of the Clay Studio. We will cover making trays, use of textures, adding handles to projects, use of templates and patterns, creating a mug with handle, making a lidded box, coil building, and use of extruder. You will also receive demos on sculptures and use of plaster molds. A tour of the kiln room and learning how the kiln process works is included.
Member fee: $75 Classes: 4
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6155 2/3-24 Thurs 11:00AM SRS-HAND
6156 3/3-24 Thurs 11:00AM SRS-HAND
6157 4/7-28 Thurs 11:00AM SRS-HAND
Southwest Storyteller
Come play in clay and join us as we have fun building a Southwest Storyteller with kids climbing all over a seated adult figure. It’s a fun and easy project to use the techniques learned in your Introduction to the Clay Studio. Call me if you need instructions on how to make a shard 10″ x 10″ square. My phone number is in the membership book at the Clay Studio. SUPPLIES: One unopened bag of Redstone or Speckled Buff clay. Bring basic clay tools and one round loop tool #7205. One feather texture brush tool #7003 and a clear film bag; buy at Clay Studio. Front/back of old t-shirt to keep creation moist. Bring a finished shard 10 x 10 to class.
Member fee: $60 Classes: 4
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6154 2/2-23 Wed 8:30AM SRS-HAND
March
April
NEW CLASS!
Basic Chain Maille Bracelet
BEGINNING LEVEL- Chain Maille is the art of adding links of a chain or jump rings together to make a pattern for jewelry. You will learn 2 patterns in forming bracelets. You will learn about wire gauge, hardness, and shapes used. Material fee of $40 paid to instructor at first class. Materials include: jump rings, clasps, and tools to keep.
Fee: Member $45
CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION
6159 4/11-14 Mon/Thurs 1:00PM EC-STU
To receive a catalog in the mail, send an 8½ x 11 self-addressed stamped envelope (include FIVE (5), $0.55 cent stamps) to:
| Green Valley Recreation Attn: Class Catalog PO Box 586 Green Valley, AZ 85622-0586 |
Please specify on the bottom left of the envelope: “Summer”, “Fall” or “Winter” so you receive the catalog for the appropriate session.
Course Catalogs are published three times a year and are available in April for Summer, late-August for the Fall Session, and late-November for the Winter Session. Registration dates are listed in each catalog.