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Tai Chi for Health- Friday

Tai Chi is an effective exercise to improve health and well-being. Join us for a 6-week session to exercise your entire body and strengthen your mind. The central focus of Tai Chi is to enable the qi, a life force, to flow smoothly and powerfully throughout the body benefiting improved health and balance, increased flexibility and strength, and reduced stress.

Youth Basketball (Ages 11-13)

Youth Basketball returns this Winter! Our 6 week youth league is designed to enhance basketball skill and understanding in a team environment. This league is an introduction to basketball rules and team skill through play. Designed to enhance our co-ed participant's aptitude, skills and confidence. Games will run on weeknights Monday-Thursday and practices will be on Saturdays. Game and practice locations will be based on age group and will be released when the season schedule is created. Practices begin December 11. Registration deadline is November 19th.

Youth Basketball (Ages 14-18)

Youth Basketball returns this Winter! Our 6 week youth league is designed to enhance basketball skill and understanding in a team environment. This league is an introduction to basketball rules and team skill through play. Designed to enhance our co-ed participant's aptitude, skills and confidence. Games will run on weeknights Monday-Thursday and practices will be on Saturdays. Game and practice locations will be based on age group and will be released when the season schedule is created. Practices begin December 11. Registration deadline is November 19th.

Youth Basketball (Ages 8-10)

Youth Basketball returns this Winter! Our 6 week youth league is designed to enhance basketball skill and understanding in a team environment. This league is an introduction to basketball rules and team skill through play. Designed to enhance our co-ed participant's aptitude, skills and confidence. Games will run on weeknights Monday-Thursday and practices will be on Saturdays. Game and practice locations will be based on age group and will be released when the season schedule is created. Practices begin December 11. Registration deadline is November 19th.

K9: Intro to Canine Fitness

Did you know?...Keeping your dog fit, flexible, and mentally stimulated helps extend their lifespan and quality of life? In this class we will explore the foundation elements and principles behind canine fitness work...the how's, why's, in's, and outs of all things fitness related. There will be a few props/equipment needs for this class that will be discussed the first week. Dogs should be 6 months or older and injury free to participate in this class.

HELP! My Dog Has Hit the Teenage Phase!

Has your puppy forgotten all it knew? Maybe acting a bit like a teenager? Pushing boundaries, testing the waters? Or maybe you are in between needing puppy training and being ready for your CGC? This can be a challenging time to navigate! In this class we will work on skills that will help you survive their "teenage phase" and keep them on the right track to being that fantastic companion we know they can be!This class will be held at Central Cultural and Educational Complex.

Karate (Mon & Thurs)

Students will learn techniques including kicking, punching, blocking, sparring and partner work. Emphasis is on philosophy and discipline of the martial arts to increase students self-confidence and physical condition. This challenging program is for ages 7 through adults and will help participants lead a healthier life. ($25 one time Karate association fee taken at door for first time students.)Instructor: Goochland Silkisondan Karate

Karate (Mon)

Students will learn techniques including kicking, punching, blocking, sparring and partner work. Emphasis is on philosophy and discipline of the martial arts to increase students self-confidence and physical condition. This challenging program is for ages 7 through adults and will help participants lead a healthier life. ($25 one time Karate association fee taken at door for first time students.)Instructor: Goochland Silkisondan Karate

CGC/Therapy Dog Prep Class

Students in this class will have had prior basic manners training with their dog. Dogs should know basic skills such as: sit, down, stay/wait, recall. Teams should have a good working/training relationship prior to enrolling in this class. This class will prepare teams who are interested in testing for their AKC Canine Good Citizen and/or Alliance of Therapy Dog certification. Testing may be done at the end of the 6-week session.

HELP! My Dog Has Hit the Teenage Phase!

Has your puppy forgotten all it knew? Maybe acting a bit like a teenager? Pushing boundaries, testing the waters? Or maybe you are in between needing puppy training and being ready for your CGC? This can be a challenging time to navigate! In this class we will work on skills that will help you survive their "teenage phase" and keep them on the right track to being that fantastic companion we know they can be!

Strength Training

Come work on building your strength! This class is for ages 12+ and is for anyone looking for a way to get into, or returning to, the world of fitness.

Puppy 101

Calling all puppies! In this class we will work on your training foundation with your new puppy! Skills will include name recognition, sit/stay, down/stay, mat/place work, recalls, plus fun games and other ways to keep your young puppy on the right path.

Tricks! For Pups!

Are you looking for fun ways to connect with your dog? Tricks is the perfect answer for that! From the beginning of tricks, to more advanced tricks, this class will walk you through a variety of fun training with your pup! Testing for trick titles through AKC or DMWYD available over the course of the session!

Beginning Ballet & Creative Movement

Beginning Ballet and Creative Movement teaches young dancers balance, coordination, basic dance technique, and classroom etiquette. Students will work on leaps, turns, flexibility and rhythm, using fun music and games. Dancers should wear a leotard, tights, or dance pants and ballet shoes.

Open Ballet & Creative Movement

This class offers a wider age rage and will explore various styles of dance including ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Beginners and more experienced dancers are welcome. This class is meant to be fun, improve basic dance techniques and be a great form of exercise for kids!

Karate (Thurs)

Students will learn techniques including kicking, punching, blocking, sparring and partner work. Emphasis is on philosophy and discipline of the martial arts to increase students self-confidence and physical condition. This challenging program is for ages 7 through adults and will help participants lead a healthier life. ($25 one time Karate association fee taken at door for first time students.)Instructor: Goochland Silkisondan Karate

Strength Training- Saturday

Come work on building your strength! This class is for ages 12+ and is for anyone looking for a way to get into, or returning to, the world of fitness.

Hatha Yoga

Hatha yoga incorporates poses, breathing, and deep relaxation. Participants should bring their own mat. This class will be held in the aerobics studio located at the Goochland Sports Complex (1800 Sandy Hook Road). There is no class on January 31.