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Martial Arts Tai Chi Ages 18+ Tai Chi is a Chinese system of slow, meditative physical exercise designed for relaxation, balance, and health. Well-known for reducing stress and increasing cardiovascular efficiency, Tai Chi focuses on the holistic development of the mind, body, and spirit. An effective practice of self-defense, it is as beautiful to watch as it is to perform—meditation in motion—and great for all ages, regardless of health or physical condition. jc Beginning Tai Chi Min/Max: 8/27 Richard Kurtin, Instructor PLCC, Multi-purpose Rooms 1 and 2 Session 1, 10 weeks Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30p 9/10–11/12 R: $60/NR: $72 #256091-1 Session 2, 5 weeks Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30p 11/19–12/17 R: $30/NR: $36 #356091-1 Continuing Tai Chi Prerequisite: Beginning Tai Chi This course provides continued development of the holistic mind, body, and spirit principles presented in the beginning class, and the advancement of long forms. Min/Max: 6/12 Richard Kurtin, Instructor PLCC, Multi-purpose Rooms 1 and 2 Session 1, 10 weeks Wednesdays, 7:30–9:00p 9/10–11/12 R: $60/NR: $72 #256092-1 Session 2, 5 weeks Wednesdays, 7:30–9:00p 11/19–12/17 R: $30/NR: $36 #356092-1 Tae Kwon Do Ages 6–12 Tae Kwon Do is a Martial Art that uses the skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks, and interceptions with the arms, hands, and feet for self-defense. Class focuses on discipline, breath control, and the balance of mental and physical power. Open to beginners to advanced students. Promotion tests are held every two months for participants who wish to advance in rank. (Testing fee required.) Uniforms may be purchased from the instructor. (Suggested for all students; required for advanced students.) You can sign up for one Tae Kwon Do class per week, or sign up for two classes per week and receive a discount on the second class. jc Min/Max: 8/17 Master Sang Chel Chung’s Academy, Instructor West Park Fieldhouse 10 weeks Session 1, 8 weeks Mondays, 6:30–7:30p 9/8–10/27 R: $48/NR: $58 #241241-1 Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30p 9/10–10/29 R: $48/NR: $58 #241241-2 Both classes R: $81/NR: $101 Session 2, 5 weeks Mondays, 6:30–7:30p 11/10–12/15 R: $30/NR: $36 #341241-1 Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30p 11/12–12/17 R: $30/NR: $36 #341241-2 Both classes R: $45/NR: $57 39 Tai Chi