Ottawa Summer Programs 2013

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SUMMER OUTDOOR SOCCER (2 - 7 years)

Sportball focuses on the fundamentals of soccer: throw-ins, kicking, dribbling and goalie skills.  Children are taught to apply soccer skills successfully and confidently in soccer games.  All classes will take place at Lansdowne field at the Lansdowne wading pool.  Your registration includes a team jersey and your very own soccerball. Please note parents are required to stay at the field. (Ottawa) To see a map to the site, please click here.

Wednedays Jul 3 - Aug 21         $168 (8 classes)
2 - 3 years (Parent & Tot)          6:00 - 6:45 p.m.
3 - 5 years                               5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
5 - 7 years                               6:45 - 7:45 p.m.

FAMILY TAEKWON-DO (7 years - Adult)

Taekwon-Do is a Korean martial art developed by General Choi. Classes consist of warm-ups, sparring, patterns, self-defence and meditation. Taekwon-Do offers numerous opportunities to attend seminars, workshops and tournaments, according to individual preferences.  Instruction is provided by Mr. Chris Harnett, 3rd Degree Black Belt of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF). 

All Levels TKD:   Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. July 2 - Aug 29   $90 (18 classes)

Summer Capoeira (5 years - adult)

Capoeira brings together martial arts, music and dance.  It is an Afro-Brazilan art form that is thrilling and fun!  This class develops strong cardio, concentration and cultural awareness.  Instructor: Chrys Courchene

Level 1  10:30 - 11:30 am   Jul 6 - Aug 24    $60  (8 classes)
Level 2  11:30 - 12:30 pm   Jul 6 - Aug 24    $60  (8 classes)

SUMMER HEALTH & FITNESS

Conditioning and Strengthening - classes for all fitness levels

Summer Session: July 2 - Sept 1 (excluding Aug 5)
All tickets expire June 30, 2014.

$120 season membership
$200 (20 tickets)
$120 (10 tickets)
$15 drop-in

Boot Camp   Pam Henault, Jules Hilliker and Mary Tsai-Davies are excited to offer a total body-conditioning workout designed to challenge your body and the way you think about exercise. Calisthenics, body weight exercises and the Tabata method are only a few of the innovative ways used to motivate all levels of fitness.  This results-driven hour will help you lose inches, build strength and increase your endurance in a safe, fun and motivating environment.

Hatha Yoga    Hatha Yoga tries to achieve balance between body and mind, as well as attempts to free the more subtle spiritual elements of the mind through physical poses or Asanas, Breathing Techniques or Pranayama, and Meditation. Relax and rejuvenate with Hatha Yoga!  It is an excellent way to manage stress, improve strength, flexibility and concentration. This class is suitable for all levels and is an excellent compliment to your workout.

TMC  Total Muscular Strength & Conditioning - this is an all-over muscle and bone-strengthening class using body bars, hand weights, dynabands and exercise balls.

Trifit  This class provides you with a combination of low impact, step, muscle strength and endurance, and stretch.

Interval   Low to high intensity cardio exercises.  Strength training is incorporated in between each cardio portion

SUMMER HATHA YOGA

Join us for an energized Yoga practice through the utilization of challenging postures that create power, strength, stamina, toning and inreased flexibility.  Challenge your mind and body as your spirit soars, welcoming innner and outer strength.  Instructor: Gill Melki

Mondays     July 8 - August 26 (ex Aug 7)        7:15 - 8:30 pm        $92 (7 classes)

POWER YOGA

A vigorous, fitness-based approach to vinyasa-style yoga, emphasizing strength and flexibility. Don’t be intimidated by the word “power”. This class is ideal for all levels and abilities.  Instructor: Melissa Delaney

Wednesdays     6:00 - 7:00 pm    Jul 3 - Aug 28    $94 (9 classes)

FUSION YOGA-PILATES

Get ready for summer: bikini season is coming! Improved Yoga-Pilates class that integrates movements inspired from Yoga, Pilates, dance and the Groove Method.  Get daring for a fun, strenuous, funky workout that delivers amazing results! Instructor: Emilie Phaneuf

Tuesdays        6:00 - 7:15 pm    Jul 2 - Aug 27     $118 (9 classes)

NEW!! STAND UP PADDLING

Summer Dance Classes for Youth and Adults

Hip Hop - This class is designed to teach participants beginner and intermediate hip hop moves and choreography.  New choreography and music will be introduced each week in a pressure free, fun environment.  

Ballet – Ballet barre, centre work and across the floor, this class will teach you basic ballet skills. Refer to chart above for levels.

Contemporary dance -  Contemporary dance is a style that incorporates current movements in dance. Each week, dancers will work on freestyle, flexibility and choreography.

Jazz - Jazz is a form of dance that showcases the dancer's individual style and originality. Every jazz dancer interprets and executes moves and steps in their own way. Jazz dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns.

Acro - One of our newest dance classes being offered this Spring is Acro! Acro dance combines classical ballet technique with acrobatic elements. It’s a popular style seen on many television shows today, as well as professional companies like Cirque du Soleil!

Belly Dance - Develop fluidity, grace and strength in this low-impact activity that targets isolated  muscle groups.  Belly Dancing is a great way to improve posture, flexibility and balance.

Reggaeton (Beginner) - Reggaeton is a fusion of Hip Hop/Reggae movements with Latino rhythms.  It is a free style that is sensual, energetic & fun.  This class will emphasize body isolations focusing on core strength & movement, and will teach you a combination of hot moves and an energetic routine that will give you a great workout – and make you more confident on the dance floor.  With its popularity rapidly on the rise world-wide, you won’t want to miss out on this captivating craze!  Instructor: Emilie Phaneuf

Reggaeton (Intermediate) - For students who have taken Emilie’s Reggaeton Beginner class or have taken Hip Hop and Latin classes.  This class will teach you a combination of hot moves and an energetic routine full of fresh, street-smart choreography, dancing to the hottest music.  Get ready for an energetic & challenging class! Instructor: Emilie Phaneuf

Dancehall Funk - NEW! Dancehall movement is all about confidence, creativity, expression, attitude, and FUN. This style of dance includes elements of Reggae, African, Hip Hop, House, Latin... Dancehall can be seen in videos by artist such as Rihanna and Sean Paul. This class will teach you a combination of hot moves and an energetic routine full of fresh, street smart choreography, dancing to the hottest music.  Get ready for an energetic and challenging class!

SUMMER REGGAETON

Reggaeton is a fusion of Hip Hop/Dance Hall movements with Latino rhythms.  It is a free style that is sensual, energetic and fun.  This class will emphasize body isolations focusing on core strength & movement, and will teach you a combination of hot moves and an energetic routine that will give you a great workout – and make you more confident on the dance floor.  With its popularity rapidly on the rise world-wide, you won’t want to miss out on this captivating craze! Instructor: Emilie Phaneuf

Beginner           Thursdays     8:00 - 9:00 pm  July 5 - Aug 30       $109.00  (9 classes)
Intermediate     Thursdays     7:00 - 8:00 pm  July 5 - Aug 30       $109.00  (9 classes)