This class offers the opportunity to learn and to dance intermediate and advanced level dances from Europe, Asia and The Americas, both partner and non-partner. Questions? Call 408.252.8106. Drop-ins $6 - NO CLASS 11/24

Aikido reflects the ebbs and flows, the curves, waves, and spirals of nature. The inner strength and beauty of the art comes from unity of mind, body and spirit, a state that enables the Aikidoist to blend with the power of an opponent’s attack and return it to its source. Practice is designed to develop Aikido skills, conditioning, self-confidence, and a spirit of cooperation. Because of Aikido’s non-competitive, harmonious philosophy, men, women, and children of all ages can train together in a mutually supportive atmosphere, and at an energy level appropriate for each individual. For more info: 650.329.9007 or www.aikidoatnoon.com
NO CLASS 9/7 & 11/11

This program is referred to as the “Maytag” of all exercise programs. With more than 100 exercises, the class is designed to recondition your body by improving flexibility, core strength, coordination, posture and range of motion, all to the sounds of good music. You will feel invigrated, toned and refreshed. Please note: Marianne Crowder, now a healthy 102 years old, is proof of its value. The program, so successful for 50 years, is now taught by her daughter Susan, who is certified in Health and Fitness, U.C. Berkeley and has wide experience in exercise and dance. Come join us! Questions? Call 925.376-6214.
NO CLASS 9/7 & 10/19

Learn the sensuous movements of this ancient art form while building strength, flexibility and stamina. Bellydancing is for all ages and body types! This class will cover basic bellydance muscle isolations and dance technique, using music and moves from Egypt, Turkey, Iran and North Africa. Bring your bare feet and loose, comfortable pants or a comfortable, full skirt (bare stomach optional). Drop-ins $15
NO CLASS 9/7 & 11/26

Learn the sensuous movements of this ancient art form while building strength, flexibility and stamina. Bellydancing is for all ages and body types! This class will cover basic bellydance muscle isolations and dance technique, using music and moves from Egypt, Turkey, Iran and North Africa. Bring your bare feet and loose, comfortable pants or a comfortable, full skirt (bare stomach optional). Drop-ins $15
NO CLASS 9/7 & 11/26

Yoga is the only type of exercise that lets you feel as if you are working with your body rather than against it. This class will help you build strength and tone muscles, increase flexibility, improve endurance and leave you feeling invigorated and relaxed. Simple and easy to follow exercises for the care of the back are also presented. Designed for beginning and continuing students. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing. NO CLASS 9/7

Two Needles + Yarn= Fun Time. Discover the magic of turning a ball of yarn into a beautiful piece of fabric! You will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Knitting may look complicated, but it’s simple. You’ll be surprise how quickly you’ll finish your project, but don’t worry there are plenty of things to knit! The instructor, Lucia Tedesco, began to knit as a teenager and has not put her needles down since. She also teaches at local yarn stores and schools. You will need to bring a US size 8 single point needles and 2 balls of light-color worsted-weight acrylic or wool yarn to class. Class is located at Allied Arts Guild, 75 Arbor Road Suite N, Menlo Park (650) 799-3365. NO CLASS 11/10

Interested in learning about women’s health and becoming a stronger and healthier woman? The “Healthy and Strong Women” workshop series includes various women’s health topics, such as breast and cervical health, nutrition, physical activity, and overall cancer prevention. Some of the workshop activities include breast health bingo games, hand massage sessions, group discussions, raffle prizes, and an opportunity to meet and interact with other women. These health education classes are free and are available in English and Spanish. Food and prizes are provided for each participant. For more information or to be notified of the next workshop, please contact Isabel Quiñonez at 650-617-7827.

Have you been diagnosed with diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or arthritis? Do you constantly forget to take your medication? Or is your medication giving you side effects? We can help you!! Ravenswood Family Health Center is offering self management workshops for participants (and their relatives) with chronic diseases. Participants will learn to cope with their health problems from trained health educators and people who have been successful at managing their chronic conditions. Call us to reserve your spot…It’s free!!! To register call Scharlette Parker at (650) 617-7883 or Tiffany Hautau at (650) 617-7860. These workshops will be conducted on Wednesdays from 10am to 12pm at the Onetta Harris Community Center. Spanish workshops will also be offered (Se ofrecerán talleres en Español)

Yoga is the only type of exercise that lets you feel as if you are working with your body rather than against it. This class will help you build strength and tone muscles, increase flexibility, improve endurance and leave you feeling invigorated and relaxed. Simple and easy to follow exercises for the care of the back are also presented. Designed for beginning and continuing students. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing. NO CLASS 11/11

Suzanne Rocca-Butler or Todd Wagner will provide instruction in more advanced Balkan folkdance with some material on customs, history, and costume. The focus is on dances from Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, and Hungary, and the course complements other courses offered at the recreation center with very little overlap in material. Drop-ins $7
NO CLASS 11/26

Zumba is a latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music & dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout! This cardio-based dance style targets the glutes, legs, arms, core, abdominals and the most important muscle in the body... the heart. Come and join the party! NO CLASS 11/26

This non-aerobic workout is carefully designed to strengthen all major muscle groups, using either free weights (provided) or your own body weight as resistance. With regular resistance training, you can increase bone density, gain lean muscle, reduce body fat, and increase your metabolic rate. All levels are welcome. Come experience this total body workout and realize a stronger, fitter you! Drop ins $15.
NO CLASS 11/23, 11/24 & 11/26

Don’t feel quite ready for a group exercise class? Not ready to commit to joining a gym? Already working out, but need some one-onone attention to meet your fitness goals? Maybe you just need some encouragement to lose a stubborn few pounds? If you’re committed to taking the first steps on the road to fitness, or to completing the final steps toward your goal, Lisa can help get you there! Private by appointment. Contact Lisa Vande Voorde, a certified instructor with the American Council on Exercise, at fitstart@gmail.com for more information.

Now in its 11th year, the Menlo Park Chorus combines musical training and discipline with a relaxed, neighborly atmosphere. The ensemble performs many types of music and gives several concerts a year. Our singers span a wide range of ages and backgrounds. Bay Area concert soloist April McNeely directs the chorus and also teaches voice at Santa Clara University. $50 Materials fee payable to instructor.

Attend one of Lisa Vande Voorde’s fitness classes every day of the week, at a discounted rate! You get 3 days of Cardio Dance Aerobics, plus your choice of Body Sculpting or Boot Camp the other 2 days. Get your daily workout, save money, and enhance your exercise program with the benefits of cross-training! NO CLASS 11/11, 11/23 thru 11/27

Enjoy aerobic combinations designed for those who want simple choreography that can be performed at any intensity level, be it high medium, or low. From beginner to advanced, this class is for you! Each class includes warmup, a lengthy aerobics segment, strengthening exercises, flexibility and stretching. Regular participation can improve cardiovascular fitness and body composition, boost metabolism, and promote bone and muscle strength. Join Lisa for this fun a.m. class—a great way to jumpstart your morning and get you through the day feeling fit and energized! Drop-ins $15. NO CLASS 11/23, 11/25 & 11/27

Enjoy aerobic combinations designed for those who want simple choreography that can be performed at any intensity level, be it high medium, or low. From beginner to advanced, this class is for you! Each class includes warmup, a lengthy aerobics segment, strengthening exercises, flexibility and stretching. Regular participation can improve cardiovascular fitness and body composition, boost metabolism, and promote bone and muscle strength. Join Lisa for this fun a.m. class—a great way to jumpstart your morning and get you through the day feeling fit and energized! Drop-ins $15. NO CLASS 11/23, 11/25 & 11/27

Enjoy aerobic combinations designed for those who want simple choreography that can be performed at any intensity level, be it high medium, or low. From beginner to advanced, this class is for you! Each class includes warmup, a lengthy aerobics segment, strengthening exercises, flexibility and stretching. Regular participation can improve cardiovascular fitness and body composition, boost metabolism, and promote bone and muscle strength. Join Lisa for this fun a.m. class—a great way to jumpstart your morning and get you through the day feeling fit and energized! Drop-ins $15. NO CLASS 11/23, 11/25 & 11/27

Have you always wanted to learn how to sing? Now you can! This class is open to all singers regardless of age or experience – the only prerequisite is a desire to sing. You will learn basic singing techniques as well as how to interpret and perform the songs you choose. This class is taught by April McNeely who also directs the Menlo Park chorus and teaches voice at Santa Clara University. $50 Materials fee payable to instructor.

A loosely structured class designed for recreational atheletes, former gymnasts, and any adults interested in the sport of gymnastics. From vaulters, divers, cheerleaders, cross athteletes, or any adult looking to work on tumbling skills, acrobatics, gymnastic apparatus skills, etc...

This non-aerobic workout is carefully designed to strengthen all major muscle groups, using either free weights (provided) or your own body weight as resistance. With regular resistance training, you can increase bone density, gain lean muscle, reduce body fat, and increase your metabolic rate. All levels are welcome. Come experience this total body workout and realize a stronger, fitter you! Drop ins $15.
NO CLASS 11/23, 11/24 & 11/26

Come learn English at OHCC! This class will help students learn beginning English grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing.
NOTE: If you sign up for both ESL Classes, the cost is $40/$54.

Are you ready to burn calories in style? These fun and easy to follow routines will get your heart pumping. Who knew getting a full-body cardio workout could be so much fun! NO CLASS 11/11

Relax, refresh, and renew. In this class we will focus on relaxing the mind and body to reduce stress. By moving slowly in and out of poses, taking time to connect to our breath and our experience, we can develop an inner sense of peace and calm. This gentle class is suitable for beginners and anyone who wants to reduce stress. We will cover breathing techniques, stretching, balancing and end class with relaxation. Bring a mat, a small blanket or pillow and an empty stomach.

Traditional Hatha Yoga suitable for beginning and intermediate yoga practitioners. In this series we cover breathing exercises, energetic flowing postures, stretching, balancing, and relaxation. Yoga helps to develop increased strength, flexibility, and peace of mind. Karen has practiced yoga since 1990 and is registered with Yoga Alliance. Bring a mat, a small blanket or pillow and an empty stomach.

Come learn the basics to master beginning sewing projects. You can also bring projects that you are currently working on. NO CLASS 11/4, 11/11 or 11/18

Come learn English at OHCC! This class will help students learn beginning English grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. NO CLASS 11/26
NOTE: If you sign up for both ESL Classes, the cost is $40/$54.

Come learn the beginning steps to understand and speak Spanish. Not only will you be able to pick up basic phrases, it’s fun and a great way to meet new people! NO CLASS 11/20, 11/27

Do you want a good workout on a Saturday? This is a combo dance class with hip-hop, West African, and praise dance. These three styles of dance will be introduced as a beginner class and all levels are welcomed. Learn how these styles relate and how they’re used today. You’ll leave ready to “Step It Up” to the next level! There will also be a free demo for this upcoming dance class on Friday, August 28, 2009 from 5:30-6:30pm here at Onetta Harris Community Center! Come see what all the fuss is about!

Come step it up! This excellent aerobic workout includes basic level choreography on the step in order to increase cardiovascular fitness as well as muscular endurance. All steppers are welcome!

It’s time to start moving your body. Don’t wait. Muscles do not “know” age…they know use and non-use!. Let’s get them toned and back to their youth!. Find your pace and your breath! We will use weights & tubing for resistance and perform corps-training exercises. Work at your own pace and be the best you can be! NO CLASS 11/26

This class provides instruction in international folkdances for beginners and intermediates of all ages. No partners are required. The countries featured are the former Yugoslavia, Romania, Greece, Hungary, Poland, Scotland, Bulgaria, Israel, Turkey and Armenia. Beginning instruction from 7-7:30 p.m., intermediate instruction from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Request dancing follows. Last day of the quarter ends at 11 p.m. Drop ins $6.

You danced as a kid or maybe you dreamed of dancing - now is the time to make that dream come true. Dancing is one of the oldest and most beneficial forms of exercise. The interaction between the brain and the body is vital to stay young at heart and mind! Give it a try for one session and you will see and feel the difference! A wonderful group of people along with an extremely supportive instructor is waiting to welcome you to class!
$15 drop-in fee