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Women's Empowerment Self Defense Workshops Join The Safety Team for a self-defense program for women and taught by women! The Safety Team is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the well-being, empowerment and safety of women. info@thesafetyteam.org. Pre-Registration is required. Space is limited. Offered to women and girls ages 12 and up. Girls 12-14 must be accompanied by mother or legal female guardian, women 14-18 need a signed permission slip by parent or legal guardian. All participants must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and wear a mask during this class. This is required by the instructors due to close contact during the workshop. Level I Workshop: Introductory* This beginner workshop focuses on recognizing pre-assault behavior, learning ways to deter or avoid an attack before it becomes physical, understanding how predators think and what they look for in their victims, enhancing decision-making around lifestyle choices that minimize vulnerability yet maintain personal freedoms, and finding the inner-strength to fight back. Maximum 15 participants. Registration Deadline: September 22 Level 1 Date: Wednesday, September 29 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fee: $37.00 Location: Shelburne Town Gym & Activity Rm. Level II Workshop: Intermediate This workshop takes Level 1 another step further, allowing for a brief review, practice of acquired strikes, and instruction of additional basic self-defense techniques that deal with a variety of situations and potential attacks. The focus is on “hands-on” self-defense skills, techniques and strategies. Level I is a prerequisite for Level 2 workshop. Maximum of 15. Registration Deadline: October 6 Level II Date: Wednesday, October 13 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fee: $37.00 Location: Shelburne Town Gym & Activity Rm.
Essentrics As seen on PBS, Essentrics™ is a full body workout that will rebalance the muscles in your body through a dynamic and fluid combination of strengthening and stretching. By developing strong, lean muscles, the technique helps improve your posture and overall mobility. Perfect for men, and women of all fitness levels. The music is great too. A mat and water bottle are all you need to participate. Registration Deadline: September 17 Days: Tuesdays Dates: September 21 through October 19 Time: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Fee: $80.00 Location: Town Gym Instructor: Sherry Senior Minimum: 8
Gentle Yoga Breathe, Relax, Stretch: Join Kay Boyce, Certified Yoga instructor, for this Gentle Yoga Class, with attention to correct alignment, breath work, and stretches. You will build strength, tone muscle and find new flexibility. This class is great for those new to yoga or who simply want to enhance their personal yoga practice. Bring your own yoga mat and a cotton blanket or large beach towel. Min. 6, Max 14 participants. Registration Deadline: Oct. 29 Session 2 Dates: Thursdays, November 4 to December 16 (no class Nov. 25) Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Fee: $60.00 Instructor: Kay Boyce Location: Shelburne Town Gym
Continuing With Yang 24 Tai Chi This class will be picking up where we left off with Yang 24 (for some of us, that means better than a year since we last gathered). We will review the form for several weeks, shaking off the rust together, and move on with the nuances of the form - flow, weight shifting, breathing. This class is sponsored by Age Well Vermont (donations to Age Well are appreciated but not required for participation). Registration is required either in person or online. If you'd like further information about the class, please contact the instructor, Lee Sheridan-Orr Please join us! Note: Please bring indoor shoes! Days/ Date: Monday & Wednesday, September 13-through December 13 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Fee: Free! Donations accepted to AgeWell through instructor Location: Shelburne Town Hall Instructor: Lee Sheridan-Orr Maximum: 24 Sun 73 (Long Form) Tai Chi Learn a relaxing, join-safe activity shown to make an impact on your daily life. This program is proven to improve flexibility, reduce stiffness and keep joints mobile. It can improve concentration, memory, balance, strength, blood pressure and energy levels. Studies show that participation in tai chi can reduce recurrent falls by 70%. Co-taught by a pair of patient, encouraging instructors, our goal for you is not only to learn this beautiful old form but to have fun and meet new people while you're at it. This class is sponsored by Age Well Vermont (donations to Age Well are appreciated but not required for participation). Registration is required either in person or online. If you'd like further information about the class, please contact the instructors, Chris Curtis or Lee Sheridan-Orr We hope you will join us! Note: Please bring indoor shoes! Days/ Date: Mondays & Wednesdays, September 13 through December 13 Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Fee: Free! Donations accepted to AgeWell through instructor Location: Shelburne Town Hall Instructors: Chris Curtis and Lee Sheridan-Orr Maximum: 24
Table Tennis All ages and abilities are welcome to join informal instruction and organized play. Days/Dates: Fridays, September 3 – May 27, 2022 Time: 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Fee: $30.00 Location: Shelburne Town Gym
Adult Volleyball Coed Pick up play. This is a recreational level program with an emphasis on fun! Day/Time: Wednesdays; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Dates: September 8 through May 25, 22 Location: Shelburne Town Gym Fee:** $30.00* Advanced League: 3 on 3 matches with higher level play. This night is more competitive and intense. Minimum: 6 needed to run. Day/Time: Sundays; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dates: Sept. 12 - May 22, ‘22 Location: Shelburne Town Gym Fee:** $30.00* (* $35 if signing up for both leagues) ** Some days will be unavailable or moved to SCS due to Town Gym schedule conflicts.
Free Senior Walking Program Stay active and healthy during the icy and cold winter months by walking in a safe and warm environment. Please bring a pair of clean, dry, soft-soled shoes with you and change before entering the gym. No registration is required. Shelburne Residents only. Schedule is subject to change! Call 802-985-9551 for updated schedule info. or check the calendar on the gym door as there are blackout dates due to other scheduled events. Day/Time: Mon/Wed/Fri Date: October 4, 2021 to March 25, 2022