Adults (16+ yrs)

ART/CULTURE

Ballet
This introductory class to ballet creates a welcoming and friendly environment for adults with some or no prior ballet experience.  Ballet helps to build a strong base, clean technique and proper alignment, all of which are essential for any kind of dance.  Barre exercises, combinations across the floor and adagio will be taught.
45111.101 Mon       7:45pm-8:45pm
Jan 12 – Mar 8        Fee: $55.00                        

African Drumming
These classes teach traditional West African rhythms on djembé and dunun drums. The instructor travels to West Africa regularly to study and has 24 years of professional playing and teaching experience. Classes offered at Strathcona are part of a joint program with Britannia Community Centre.  Beginner classes are offered at Britannia.  Visit www.drumming.ca for more info. (No class Jan 26)
Instructor:  Russell Shumsky
Level 4
41001.104  Thu.        6:30-8:00pm
Jan 12 – Mar 8       Fee: $107.00

Level 3
41001.402  Thu.     8:10-9:40pm
Jan 12 – Mar 8        Fee: $107.00

 Ballroom Dance 
New to dancing?  Learn classic steps and feel like champions of the floor.  Course includes the basic social dance steps to the Rhumba, Cha Cha, Fox Trot, Tango, Swing, and Waltz. 
Instructor: Joe Chan
41602.101  Fri.           6:30-8:00pm
Jan 13 – Mar 8     Fee: $50.00/couple                                $35.00/person

Guitar 
Learn the fundamentals of guitar in 30 minute private lessons.
21101.101  Sat.   10:00am-3:00pm
Jan 14 – Mar 10         Fee: $150.00

Hip Hop Dance
This funky and energetic dance builds strength, coordination & flexibility.  You will learn some of today’s most popular dance moves through warm up and easy to follow choreography.  Sure to give you a great work out, hip hop is also full of style and fun to keep you going.www.kirbysnelldance.com
45108.101 Thu.         7:30-8:30pm
Jan 12 – Mar 8         Fee: $75.00

Strathcona Community Choir 
Choral singing without auditions.  Sing music from around the world, close to home, and by members’ request.  Some vocal technique and ear training work is incorporated as we go.
Instructor:  Beverly Dobrinsky
41003.101  Tue.        7:00-8:30pm
Jan 10 – Mar 6         Fee: $80.00

SPORTS & FITNESS

Yoga
Both physically energizing and deeply relaxing, this program focuses on developing strength, flexibility, stamina, balance, body and breath awareness, alignment and relaxation.  Non restrictive clothing and bare feet are required.
Instructor: Alaina Thebault
45115.101  Thurs    7:45pm- 8:45pm
Jan 12 – Mar 15         Fee: $60.00

Badminton    
Birds and a limited supply of racquets provided. All participants must have a current centre membership.  Drop-in is limited.
Instructor: Tommy Chen
43801.101  Sun.           3:00-6:00pm
On-going                          Fee: $4.50

Basketball 
Drop-in spaces are limited.   All participants must have a current centre membership.
Supervisor:  Anthony Lowe
43001.101  Tue.           8:00-9:45pm
On-going                         Fee: $4.50

Basketball for Women                                                 

The program fees will go to support the Strathcona Girls Program. A current community centre membership is required. 
43002.101  Tue.           6:00-8:00pm
On-going                          Fee: $2.25

Choy Lee Fut Kung Fu
Enjoy fitness and endurance with practical self-defense techniques focusing on artistic forms of the Choy Lee Fut style.  Workouts start with stretching and flexibility, then speed training practice and forms.  Drop-ins are welcome at $3.50; children are $12.50/month.  All levels welcome.
Instructors: Amy Pon/Matthew Wing

Mon/Wed.              Fee: $25.00/mth                                                                                                                                                                                   6:30-8:30pm 

Boot Camp Lite 
Low impact cardio and core circuit class.
Instructor: Victor Bryan
44008.101 Thu.         7:00-8:00pm
Dec 1 – Feb 16       $50.00/10 sessions
Drop-In $7.50        12 per group max

Gladiator Boot Camp 
Get pumped for this intense hour long circuit training session including warm up and cool down!!!  Workout will include resistance training, cardio, core strengthening and balance.  Be prepared to burn calories!  Fitness Centre will be closed to other patrons during classes!
Instructor: Victor Bryan
44006.101  Wed.    9:30–10:30am
Nov 30–Feb 1  $50.00/10 sessions
Drop-In $7.50        12 per group max

44007.401  Thu.        6:00–7:00pm
Dec 1 –Feb 16    $50.00/10 sessions
Drop-In $7.50        12 per group max

Fab Abs
A workout that will tighten and tone your abdominals. 
Instructor:  CLS Fitness
42205.101  Mon.            7:00-8:00pm
Jan 9 – Mar 5               Fee: $108.00

My Jong Kung Fu
My Jong Law Horn is a Northern Shaolin styles art of self-defense. Develop strength, co-ordination, flexibility, and fitness.
Instructor:  George Young
Tue.                            7:30-9:30pm                                Fee: $25.00/mth

Pilates
Pilates uses the world’s most effective core movements to create long, lean and toned muscles.  This class will help you to achieve full range of motion and incredible strength.  It is also amazing for easing back and neck pain.  This is a challenging class for all levels.  Drop in cost is $13/lesson.  www.clstevensfitness.com
42202.101 Wed.       7:00-8:00pm
Jan 11 – Mar 7          Fee: $108.00

Women's Basketball League
Be part of the fast growing world of women’s basketball. This recreational league is a great opportunity to meet new people and stay active.  Come join a team or enter one of your own.  Space is limited so sign up ASAP.  If you have any questions, please contact Cindy at 604 713-1838 or email her at cindy.sengsavang@vancouver.ca
43005.101  Thu.          5:30-10:30pm
Starts                              Fee:  TBD

Women’s Survival – Self Defense 
Discussion and some hands on training.  women will learn how to develop aggression and inner strength needed to save oneself when their life is in danger.  Allan and Annabell will put participants through real life physical and mental challenges.  Allan is a former British S.A.S Army Special Forces soldier and an expert in combat and tactical training.
Instructors: Allan Chad and Annabell Webb
43655.102 Thu.            7:30–9:30pm
Mar 1                          Fee: $25.00

Zumba
“Free introductory lesson
Wed, Jan 4, 2012 from
8:00 - 9:00 pm

“Zumba” is the only latin inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music and contagious steps to form a “fitness party” that is downright addictive.  A combination of styles between Merengue, Reggaeton, Salsa, and Cumbia. Please bring water.
Instructor: Kirby Rae
45109.101 Wed        8:00– 9:00pm
                 Thu.          6:30-7:30pm
Jan 12 – Mar 8             Fee: $55.00
                               Drop-in: $8.00

EDUCATIONAL

Community Care First Aid Course
Comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace.  The course covers a variety of topics from basic (such as cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level C, prevention of disease transmission) to in depth topics, such as injuries to the head and spine and sudden medical conditions.  For more info contact us at 604 677-1461 or visit our website
www.communitycarefirstaid.com.

Standard First Aid and CPR C/AED
45508.101 Sat & Sun. 9:30am-4:30pm
Jan 7 & 8                  Fee: $155.00

45508.102 Sat & Sun. 9:30am-4:30pm
Feb 4 & 5                  Fee: $155.00

45508.103 Sat & Sun. 9:30am-4:30pm
Mar 3 & 4                Fee: $155.00

45508.103 Sat & Sun. 9:30am-4:30pm
Dec 10 & 11               Fee: $155.00

Learning  Through Literacy
This program is a successful collaboration of the Strathcona School, the Community Centre, library, and Capilano College. In addition to enhancing one’s English skills, participants will be introduced to many resources and services in their community.
45001.101  Wed.     9:45-11:30am
Jan 11 – May 30          Fee: $15.00