Adult Fitness & Sports The Recreation Center is a great place to enjoy fitness classes. The fitness room is air conditioned with a padded floor and large mirrors. Locker rooms and showers are also available. Bring a water bottle and a towel and/or exercise mat for abdominal floor work. Purchase a punch card for use in all classes EXCEPT the Kettlebell classes: 10 classes/$50; 15 classes/$65. Drop In: $6. City residents receive a discount on punch cards. Time/Day

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Yoga Basics (Lori)

8:10-9:10a

Friday

Yoga Basics (Lori)

TNT: Tighten & Tone (Lori)

TNT: Tighten & Tone (Lori)

9:30-10:30 a

Kettlebell Blast

Kettlebell Blast

5:30-6:30 p

Yoga (Emily)

Yoga (Ed)

8:15-9:15a

Thursday

8:30-9:30 a

Yoga Basics+

Lori Whiting, NETA. A revitalizing mind/ body workout designed to increase flexibility and strength through basic yoga postures. Cool down period includes imagery exercises for stress relief and relaxation.

TNT – Tighten ‘N Tone+

Lori Whiting, NETA. This class will tighten-up, tone, and define muscles you never knew you had! Resistance tubing, dumbbells, and core conditioning exercises will help you shape up and define your physique while you build muscle, speed up your metabolism and take yourself to the next level.

Yoga

Emily Kerr. Gain greater flexibility and strength in this 60-minute yoga class. We will focus on basic yoga postures, correct alignment, and proper breathing techniques in a non-intimidating and fun environment. Yoga is something that is great to do as your primary form of exercise, but it is also a perfect pairing for other fitness activities and sports that you may enjoy. Join us weekly as we learn more about how yoga fits into our lives and about how our mind and body work together. Students will need to provide their own yoga mat and block, if desired. Yoga straps will be provided.

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varied dates and fees; see below for details

Yoga

Ed Woods.  The class will include the Hatha yoga concepts of poses (asanas) in a format of: breathing, stretches, flow from one pose to another (vinyasa), and poses held for various lengths of time followed by a final relaxing period at the end of class (savasana).  The purpose of the yoga class is to improve physical fitness, core strength, balance, posture, and flexibility.   Alternative poses will be recommended to reduce discomfort when necessary, and elements of the eight limbs of yoga will be introduced as the class progresses.

Kettlebell Blast         

5 wks/4 wks Michelle Woodward or Elicia Frederes. This new and exciting program uses cross-training principles by mixing up workout routines.  Personal trainer Michelle Woodward leads you through a variety of workouts during each class, including 20 minutes of high aerobic activity that builds strength dynamically using kettlebells and weights, transitions to muscle strengthening with resistance bands, then finishes with Pilates and some Yoga-inspired stretching.  Students will need to bring their own kettlebell. Kettlebells can be purchased in varying weights from Wal-Mart or Big 5.  Beginning students may wish to start with a light 5 or 8 lb weight. No class May 30 or July 4. M/W          Apr 11-May 11        9:30-10:30a   M/W          May 16-Jun 20        9:30-10:30a    M/W           Jun 27-Jul 25           9:30-10:30a       M/W          Aug 8-31                9:30-10:30a    

$75 $75 $60 $60

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Adult Fitness & Sports Weight Room



The Recreation Center offers separate weight room and cardiovascular equipment for the community’s use. There are various weight lifting machines including a Hoist V-5 multi-station machine with leg press attachment; a Powertec multi-station machine using free weights, and a Parabody Safety Squat Rack with Lat and Row attachments. Youth 16 years or older may use the weight room with a waiver signed by their parent. Fee: $29/month for an individual/$3 drop in. $49/ family/month. (All prices include 8.6% sales tax)

Racquetball

The Recreation Center has two fully enclosed courts available for play on a reservation or walk-in basis. Courts may be reserved on a first come basis two days in advance during prime time hours, or day of play by phone or in person. Court time can be scheduled from 8a-7p Mon-Thu, and 8a-5p Fri. No black-soled shoes or street shoes are allowed on the courts.

Fees: $8 per hour or a 10-hour punch card for $70. Racquets and balls available for rent for $1 per hour.

Wally ball

A fast game of volleyball on a racquetball court, this game is for 6-8 people, and is gaining interest and participation in the area. Reservations are made similar to racquetball, by calling in a reservation for a court and the equipment. A complete set of rules is also available. Fees: $10 per hour/or $85 for 10 hours. (All prices include 8.6% sales tax).

Zumba

12 sessions/6 wks

Charity Lucena, Certified ZUMBA Fitness Instructor. Ditch the work out. Join the party! The ZUMBA Fitness program is a dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, creating a dynamic, exciting, exhilarating and effective fitness system. It combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body using an aerobic/fitness approach. By integrating some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training, it maximizes calorie output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Dancers and nondancers alike immediately and easily master the classes because previous dance experience is not necessary. Shoes with a rounded sole are recommended. For more information on Zumba, visit http://74137.Zumba.com . All classes held at Vinland Elementary. Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30p & Saturdays, 9:30-10:30a Tue/Sat Apr 12-May 21 Tue/Sat May 31-Jul 9 Tue/Sat Jul 19-Aug 27 Per session fee of $89 for twice a week; $49 for one session per week.

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Therapeutic Yoga Workshops

Utilize healing yoga poses to manage health challenges by reducing symptoms and restoring balance to the body and mind. Therapeutic Yoga is a holistic, natural and effective way to manage pain and rehabilitate injuries. Appropriate for all levels. All workshops taught by Dr. Michelle Cho Gip, a local Doctor of Chiropractic and Professional Yoga Therapist. All workshops will be held at Well Being Yoga, Poulsbo. Yoga for Neck, Shoulders and Upper Back Dr. Michelle Cho Gip. Learn yoga poses and sequences that relieve stress and tension in the neck, shoulders and upper back. Reduce chronic pain and prevent further injuries related to the muscles in these areas. Fee includes materials. Wed

May 4

10a-12n

Yoga for Lower Back Pain

$65



Learn specific yoga sequences that help reduce lower back pain and align the spine and pelvis. Appropriate for most lower back conditions including sciatica, disc herniations and postsurgery conditions. Fee includes materials. Wed

Jun 1

10a-12n

$65

YogaSpa

YogaSpa  is a unique yoga class that combines restorative yoga with massage therapy, hot stone therapy and aromatherapy. YogaSpa is a blissful experience where you will feel rejuvenated, refreshed and pampered. Each session is taught by a healthcare practitioner experienced in bodywork and wellness. Benefits include reduced stress, improved sleep, better digestion and improved flexibility. Wed Sat

May 4 Jun 5

5:45-7p 5:45-7p

$25 $25

Finding You - at the Soul Spa

Cynthia Grosvenor & Brenda Ritchie. In this class, we’ll deepen our understanding of how energy works in our daily lives.  Using practical exercises, we’ll discover how to sense and see auras and learn how to detect the frequencies of stones, flowers and sacred objects.  We will explore how energy flows in our homes using Feng Shui and in our bodies using kinesiology.  Come join Cynthia and Brenda in this nurturing retreat for the soul  Recreation Center. Thu

Apr 28-May 19

7-9p

Poulsbo Parks and Recreation

$80

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Adult Fitness & Sports Hula for Health I: Beginning      

4 wks

       Bernie Pualei Robinson. Low impact aerobics while learning dances of Hawai’i. This class will not only exercise your body but also your mind as you learn the words and background of the dance and a bit of Hawai’ian culture. Hula for Health I covers the basic steps and hand motions of the hula. A $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class and includes a CD with Hawai’ian music so students can practice and a notebook with written instructions. Wear comfortable clothing but no long skirts or dresses. Bernie has been dancing since she was a teenager and teaches the Nona Beamer style of dancing. No class on Jun 29 or Aug 11. InMotion Performance Studio, Poulsbo. Wed        Apr 20-May 11        Wed        May 18-Jun 8       Wed        Jun 15-Jul 13        Wed        Jul 20-Aug 17       

12-1p          12-1p          12-1p          12-1p      

Hula for Health II: Intermediate   

$47 $47 $47 $47   

4 wks

       Bernie Pualei Robinson. For students who have completed Hula for Health I or who know the basic steps and hand motions of hula. Class will start with a review of basic hula steps and hand motions. The number of new hulas taught will depend on progression of class. A $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class and includes a CD with Hawai’ian music so students can practice and a notebook with written instructions. Wear comfortable clothing but no long skirts or dresses. Bernie has been dancing since she was a teenager and teaches the Nona Beamer style of dancing. No class on Jun 29 or Aug 11. InMotion Performance Studio, Poulsbo. Wed        Apr 20-May 11        1-2p             Wed        May 18 –Jun 8       1-2p             Wed        Jun 15-Jul 13        1-2p             Wed        Jul 20- Aug 17         1-2p            

Road Race 101

$47 $47 $47 $47

6 wks

Ann Armstrong. You’ve thought about it and now it’s time to make your move. Road Race 101 is a race prep class designed to help you get ready for the 2011 Viking Fest Road Race. This six-week class is designed for the beginner to intermediate walker and runner interested in learning how to start training for a road race. First class will meet at the Recreation Center; other class locations TBA. Introductory Meeting: Sat Apr 9 Regular session: Sat Apr 16-May 14

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Lacrosse-Summer League!

It returns for another season! The summer league is open to girls and women, 9th grade and older, regardless of residency. Registration is through Poulsbo Parks and Recreation (360) 779-9898. The deadline for registration is Fri, Jun 17. All players must provide their own equipment, mouth guard and goggles. Games are officiated. For further information, contact Val Torrens, North Kitsap Lacrosse, at (360) 697-1397. North Kitsap area fields. Wed

Jun 22-Aug 10

6:30-8p



$60

10 wks

North Olympic Discovery Marathon & the Seattle Rock-n-Roll Marathon: Half Marathon

Michelle Woodward. Completing a half marathon can be a very empowering and even life-changing experience! If you’ve ever thought about running one and just don’t know how to get started, then this class is for you. Class will meet weekly on Tuesdays to discuss training schedules and progress with a group run scheduled for Sunday mornings. This is your opportunity to achieve your goal of a marathon while learning about fitness, nutrition and physiology. You’ll work with local marathoner and coach, Michelle Woodward, who has completed 6 marathons, including Boston, numerous half marathons, both road and trail, as well as one ultra marathon. She’s run the Seattle Half Marathon in November for the last six years in a row. It’s a great way to be fit and ready for the summer. Completing the marathon is the icing on the cake...the training is where it’s at! Participants will receive a daily schedule to follow that moves them from day one right to the final day at the marathon. Runners, walkers, and joggers are all welcome. Group workouts will be two times per week. First class will meet at the Recreation Center; other class locations TBA. Tue Sun

Apr 5-Jun 7 Apr 10-Jun 12

6-7p 8-9a

AND $89

The NODM marathon is on Sun, Jun 5 & the Rock-n-Roll Marathon is Saturday, June 25. Participants will need to register on their own. Registration can now be done online at http://nodm.com/ and at http://www.rocknrollmarathon.org/.

9-10a 9-10a

$48

Poulsbo Parks and Recreation

360.779.9898

Adult Fitness & Sports Adult Sailing Classes



The best way to learn how to sail is in a fun and responsive centerboard dinghy. If you have always wanted to learn how to sail or perhaps improve your skills and gain confidence, we have a class for you. This U.S. Sailing certified course is for sailor’s ages 17 and older. It will include a swim test and capsize recovery practice in the pool and sailing time in 14-foot Lido, F.J. or Laser 2 class centerboard dinghies. Each class will be both beginner and intermediate level and will include man-overboard drills, docking, weather and other skills useful for sailing any size boat. Register early, as class size is limited. Participants must provide their own Coast Guard approved lifejackets. US Sailing Small Boat Sailing courses for beginners; these classes are also appropriate for the intermediate sailor to brush up on skills. Session 1: Session 2:

Jul 11-23 Jul 25-Aug 6

Mon, Jul 11 NK Pool 6:30-8:30p Mandatory swim test/capsize drill Tue/Thu, Jul 12, 14, 19, 21 5:30-8:30p Sat, Jul 16 & 23 9a-12n Port of Kingston $179

Slowpitch Softball: Adult Mixed Teams Summer League: Modified USSSA Slowpitch on North Kitsap fields. This a great recreational league, bringing many fun people out for sport. USSSA mixed rules apply; even numbers of women and men must be on the field at all times. Capable kids can play with their parents. NO smoking. NO alcohol. Good Sportsmanship. 20 teams, 12 games minimum. Games will be double-headers. NKSoftball fields. Deadline to register: June 17.

Weekdays games starting July 5- Aug 12, Evenings until dark. $595/team or $60 per individual and we will build a team

CPR/First Aid For information on countywide CPR classes, call the County CPR Hotline at (360) 792-6708.

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Mon, Jul 25 NK Pool 6:30-8:30p Mandatory swim test/capsize drill Tue/Thu, Jul 26, 28, Aug 2, 4 5:30-8:30p Sat, Jul 30, Aug 6 9a-12n Port of Kingston $179

Zumba



12 sessions/6 wks

Charity Lucena, Certified ZUMBA Fitness Instructor. Ditch the work out. Join the party! The ZUMBA Fitness program is a dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, creating a dynamic, exciting, exhilarating and effective fitness system. It combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body using an aerobic/fitness approach. By integrating some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training, it maximizes calorie output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Dancers and nondancers alike immediately and easily master the ZUMBA Fitness class because previous dance experience is not necessary. Shoes with a rounded sole are recommended. For more information on Zumba, visit http://74137. Zumba.com . Classes are 1 hour. All classes held at Vinland Elementary. Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30p & Saturdays, 9:30-10:30a

Tue/Sat Apr 12-May 21 Tue/Sat May 31-Jul 9 Tue/Sat Jul 19-Aug 27 Per session fee of $89 for twice a week; $49 for one session per week.

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Adult Fitness and Sports Family Aikido

Fencing

Tue/ Thu ongoing classes 7:30-9p $50 individual or $75 per family, payable to instructor Tom Sheehy.

Beginners: 5:30-7p Intermediate/Advanced: 7-9p Tu/Th Apr 5-May 12 Tu/Th May 17 – Jun 23 Tu/Th July 5 – Aug 11 Tu/Th Sep 6 – Oct 13

Tom Sheehy. A method of self-defense that does not rely on physical strength or size. The emphasis is on basics and natural body movement, this leads to a good posture and a sound self defense structure for the student, building self awareness and self confidence. The aerobic content of the classes help and improve fitness and the general well being of the student. Aikido is a responsive art in which the practitioner uses off-balances and an attacker’s own strength and momentum to gain control instead of attempting specific techniques to prevail. Aikido can be performed by people of almost any age or size and be effective against even the largest and strongest of individuals. Recreation Center Gym.

Basic Self Defense Seminars

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Apr 21-Jun 9

6-8p

$85 $85 $85 $85

8 wks

Julia Forrester. A women’s self defense class for all ages! This class is for any woman seeking a realistic command of basic self defense, but requires no prior training, physical conditioning or previous Martial Art experience. During the 8-week session, you will practice easy to understand techniques for all levels of response; discover your body’s natural weapons and learn to use them effectively; learn to read the attacker’s body language and respond appropriately and be decisively confident for any situation any time or place. The class comes with a $20 text book which can be used often for resource and referral. Those injured or disabled are encouraged to participate. Poulsbo location TBA. Thu

6 wks

Our fencing program continues to grow as our students gain in skills and knowledge. We offer Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced classes! The instruction and conditioning is excellent! Learn the Greco method of “Kipnis/ Burch”. Understand the ancient art of swordplay by learning the basic movements of parries and attacks. Build your confidence and mental discipline through fencing. Progress at your own speed. You must have your own gear. Experienced fencer’s welcomed! Poulsbo/Kingston schools. Equipment starter kits are available on the Internet. Approximate costs for foil, chest protector, glove and helmet - $140.

$250

Poulsbo Parks and Recreation

Slowpitch Softball: Adult Mixed Teams Summer League: Modified USSSA Slowpitch on North Kitsap fields. This a great recreational league, bringing many fun people out for sport. USSSA mixed rules apply; even numbers of women and men must be on the field at all times. Capable kids can play with their parents. NO smoking. NO alcohol. Good Sportsmanship. 20 teams, 12 games minimum. Games will be double-headers. NKSoftball fields. Deadline to register: June 17.

Weekdays games starting July 5- Aug 12, Evenings until dark. $595/team or $60 per individual and we will build a team

360.779.9898