Did you know that the Professional Disc Golf Association’s 2008 World Championships were held right here in Battle Creek at the Fort Custer State Park? Disc golf is a fun, active sport that anyone can do. The object of the game is to complete each hole in the fewest number of strokes, or throws. Join the designer, builder and tournament director of the world championship course in this great new class where you’ll be introduced to the rules, equipment and techniques used in the game of disc golf. Each week you’ll meet at the Begg Park Disc Golf Course where you’ll put your new skills into practice. Your course fee includes everything you’ll need to get started, please dress for the weather since most class sessions will be held outdoors and disc golf can be played rain or shine. Note: First class session (Sept. 19) will be held at KCC’s RMTC, 405 Hill Brady Road, Battle Creek.

HPER 89A-37
Saturdays • 9/19/09-10/17/09 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Instructor: C. Curtis
Fee: $69 (includes all materials)

Learn the latest workout that has the exercise world burning up! This hot Latin and Caribbean exercise works your core and gets your heart pumping. If you want sexy abs then join us for a routine of high energy movement while working out to beautiful rhythmic salsa, samba, reggae, and merengue music. If you want to have fun and be happy while burning calories and creating breathtaking abs, join this class today! Please wear comfortable clothing.

HPER 89A-38
Mondays • 9/21/09-10/26/09 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Instructor: M. Morley
Fee: $39

Treat yourself to the relaxation experience of a lifetime! Hatha Yoga is a gentle approach to health, integrating body/mind/spirit while releasing accumulated stress and tension. You will experience pre-yoga warm-ups, yoga postures, meditation, and breathing exercises. Learn to elicit the relaxation response and incorporate yoga into your daily life. Benefits include better energy, flexibility, strength, balance, stress release and immune system response. Wear loose fitting clothing to class and bring a blanket and pillow. Instructor Becky Porter has practiced yoga for many years and she’s ready to help you relax, increase your flexibility and ease all your stress away. Note: Class will be held at the Holistic Health Center, 181 North Avenue, Battle Creek.

HPER 89P-36
Thursdays • 10/1/09-10/29/09 • 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Instructor: B. Porter • Holistic Health Center
Fee: $49

Perhaps you’ve seen the TV show where Jillian and Bob are kicking butt and taking names? Well, we’re here to bring you a workout based on this popular TV show! In every class you’ll do a warm up, kick into some cardio with a focus on the core, followed by strength-building interval moves. Wrap it up with a cool down stretch and you’ll be ready to focus on a healthy diet and staying strong! Please bring a set of hand weights (2-8 pounds, whatever is most comfortable for you) along with an exercise ball, and wear comfortable clothing. Note: We have space to store your weights and exercise ball.

HPER 89A-39
Tuesdays • 10/6/09-11/3/09 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Instructor: C. Luts
Fee: $29

This fun and popular class is for women who are eager to exercise their mind, body and spirit. Belly dancing is a no-impact exercise that burns fat, increases flexibility, and complements the natural movements of the body. Uplifting, confidence- boosting and exhilarating, belly dancing is an exercise that not only tones and sculpts the body, but it also improves coordination and stimulates circulation. Your instructor is Darlene Jones, a certified fitness instructor and belly dancer. Her structured approach to learning the basics of belly dancing is a wonderful way for you to get fit and have fun while doing it. Note: No previous dance experience in necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing.

HPER 82D-35
Wednesdays • 10/14/09-11/4/09 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Instructor: D. Jones
Fee: $39

For women, personal safety is often a concern–the unavoidable parking lot, the walk at dusk, the elevator, an appointment in a building that looks too empty. In this workshop you’ll gain the confidence and practical skills that can help you avoid becoming a victim and learn effective techniques to fend off an attacker. We’ll focus on strategies of avoidance, self-defense, and you’ll get hands-on practice. This is a great class for moms and daughters who want to learn a new and valuable skill together! Please wear comfortable clothing.

HPER 82B-35
Monday • 11/2/09 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Instructor: J. Crapo
Fee: $25

This method of Yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures–a process producing intense internal heat and a purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind. Your instructor, Mia Morley, holds an Ashtanga Yoga Teaching Certificate from Chicago Yoga Center through the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in Mysore, India. Please wear comfortable exercise clothing and bring a yoga mat, a yoga block or pillow, a blanket and a hand towel to class.

HPER 89P-35
Mondays • 11/9/09-11/30/09 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Instructor: M. Morley
Fee: $29

If you love 80’s music then you’re going to love this new exercise class designed to get you moving. Burn fat, gain muscle, and get flexible– all with simple moves that anyone can do. Come find the “Boogie Wonderland” here at the RMTC and get healthy! Note: No previous dance experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing.

HPER 89A-40
Tuesdays • 11/10/09-12/8/09 • 5:30-6:30 pm
Instructor: C. Luts
Fee: $25

Do you have someone in your life that is dealing with the physical pain that comes from aging or illness? Comfort touch is a style of massage that gives special consideration to the physical and emotional needs of the elderly and/or ill, and its primary intention is to provide comfort through techniques that promote deep relaxation and relief from pain. It can also be used to relieve the effects on chronic stress in our daily lives. Join Becky Porter, RN, BSN, and certified massage therapist, as we explore the techniques that can provide comfort and connection on both a physical and emotional level to those we care about. If you work in a hospital, hospice, a skilled nursing facility or home care you may find this workshop especially helpful to enhance the level of care you provide to your clients.
Note: Class will be held at the Holistic Health Center, 181 North Ave.

HPER 89A-36
Thursdays • 11/12/09-11/19/09 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: B. Porter • Holistic Health Center
Fee: $25

Are you ready to give that special someone in your life a great holiday gift? If so, then you’ll want to consider this powerful new total body workout for the sexy at heart. We’re bringing you a fun, flirty fitness workout that is perfect for every-BODY. It combines sexy dance motion with an energetic aerobic workout; it will make you sweat and put a smile on your face. Join us to have fun while getting fit! Please wear comfortable clothing.

HPER 82D-36
Thursdays • 11/19/09-12/17/09 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Instructor: D. Jones
Fee: $35

Qigong (pronounced chee-gong) is the modern incarnation of a Chinese energy art that goes back over 2,000 years. Related to t'ai chi, qigong is a series of movements designed to bring qi, or life-force, into the body and encourage it to flow without blockage. These gentle movements from the ancient Chinese art of self-healing can help you gain fitness and maintain youthful health and vitality. You will be introduced to the practice of qigong through a program that incorporates postures, movement, breath, sound and visualization. Don’t miss this one-night introduction to a new technique for increased fitness and renewed energy. Please wear comfortable clothing.

HPER 89A-41
Monday • 12/7/09 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Instructor: J. Crapo
Fee: $19