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                        Art Class                            Hatha Yoga

                        Tae Kwon Do                    Judo

                        Cardio Kickboxing            Morning "TNT"

                        Water Aerobics       

Creating Textural Illusions with Watercolor & Acrylic Paints
Time to use your creativity with paints! Open to all ages, each class will be a great learning experience for beginners or experienced painters. For the first class, we will explore poring, resists, and lifts while working with watercolor paints. On the second day, we will execute finishing techniques and complete the watercolor project. During the third class, we will explore techniques of stamping and collage and will be working with acrylic paints.

*All participants are required to provide or purchase through the Park District the following: 3 brushes of various sizes (1 ½ “-3” Flat), and watercolor paints of at least these colors: caduim yellow light, phtalo blue, and alizarin crimson.
 

WHO: Anyone, 10 years & Older                                        MIN/MAX: 6/15

Sculpting Cardio Kickboxing
Based on research, Cardio Kickboxing has been redesigned to challenge the heart and lungs while sculpting muscles. A Martial Arts program along with punching bags, free weights, and
mat work will be utilized in an exertion and recovery style format. Students will learn the kicking and striking techniques of a martial arts class from a licensed cardio kickboxing instructor, in addition to getting low-impact cardiovascular conditioning.

Eight week sessions.
*Some additional equipment (ie-gloves) may be suggested.
 

WHO: Anyone H.S. & Older                                        MIN/MAX: 8/25

For More Information
on Adult Programs, please call Cyndi Elsbury, Recreation Supervisor at

(815) 234-8435

DAYS: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday evenings

WHO: Anyone 5 years and older                                 MIN/MAX: 4/20

Judo Jui Jitsu for Self Defense & Sport
Judo was introduced in 1882 as a sport utilizing the Jiu Jitsu style of fighting. Jiu Jitsu is the ancient martial art of Japan which uses strikes, wrist locks, arm bars, chokes, takedowns, throws, and grappling. Emphasis is placed on using an opponent’s size and strength against them. These are the techniques used by the Marine Corp. as well as law enforcement agencies around the world. Join the Excel Academy instructors at the Byron Park District to learn these techniques of self-defense and sport!! 8 week sessions.

DAYS: Wednesday, & Friday evenings

WHO: Anyone 10 years and older                                 MIN/MAX: 4/20

Water Aerobics- Daytime & Evening Classes Available

This class is a cardiovascular workout with weight training, performed in chest deep water to maximize the effort. Swimming skills are not necessary.

Daytime classes are 6 weeks.

WHO: Anyone, 15 years and older                    MIN/MAX: 5/15

Evening classes are 8 weeks
WHO: Anyone, 15 years and older                    MIN/MAX: 5/15

Hatha Yoga
Experience the benefits of the ancient science of Hatha Yoga at the Byron Park District. This class will be a mixed level Hatha Yoga for beginners to intermediate level students, both males and females. Yoga promotes good health, tones muscles, and aids in increased flexibility and stamina as well as decreasing stress levels. Breathing techniques will be covered along with a 15-minute relaxation time at the end of each class. Come and learn to
relax the body & mind!! Class time is 1 1/2 hours. 8 week session
* Bring your own mat, two yoga blocks, a yoga strap, a blanket, towel and a water bottle to each class.
**Double Session registrations will receive priority over Single Session registrations.
 

WHO: Anyone, 12 years & older                         MIN/MAX: 8/20

Morning “TNT”
Ready to trim-n-tone? This Pilates-based routine is just the thing to quick fire your metabolism for an all-day burn. The big plus: not only will you stretch and strengthen every major muscle, but you will also acquire improved balance and coordination to enhance your all-around wellness and boost your confidence. Why not benefit from these time-tested techniques for the best ab-flattening and back toning program around? Join us for a low-impact approach to lifetime fitness that includes fun aerobics and dance moves. Best of all you stay on track with your personal goals in the company of friends! Bring a towel and some water and join us for a great start to your day. If you come early or stay late to walk the track, you have the fitness centerpiece of your week. 8 week sessions.
*Modification for all levels, from beginners to advanced.
 

WHO: Anyone H.S. and older                             MIN/MAX: 5/16

696 Colfax          PO Box 423          Byron, IL 61010

Ph: 815-234-8435          Fax: 815-234-2984          email: info@byronparkdistrict.com