Shape up this winter in a variety of fun classes
offered by the Alliance for Lifelong Learning at Oakton Community
College. Featured courses meet at the Prairie View Community Center,
6834 Dempster Street, Morton Grove.
Spin and Tone (PED E03) offers a great cardio workout
on a stationary bike, followed by exercise to tone major muscle groups.
Course is modified to accommodate students at all fitness levels.
A six-week course meets 7:30 – 8:20 a.m., Saturday, starting
Jan. 3, and another six-week course meets 7:30 – 8:20 p.m.,
Monday, starting Jan. 5. Course fee is $86.
Gentle Moves (PED B01-01) is designed for individuals
whose health has been compromised due to being overweight, Type II
diabetes, arthritis, or high blood pressure. Students will perform
gentle movements to help improve their quality of life. Six-week course
meets 7:15 – 8:10 p.m., Monday and Wednesday, starting Jan.
5. Course fee is $114.
Strong and Long (PED E18) uses resistance and flexibility
training to increase blood flow, manage weight, and offset bone loss.
Workouts include calisthenics and free weights combined with lengthening
and relaxation exercises. A five-week course meets 8:40 – 9:40
a.m., Monday, starting Jan. 5, and another five-week course meets
8:40 – 9:40 a.m., Friday, starting Jan. 9. Course fee for either
section is $57.
Mat Pilates (PED E04-01) is a method of exercise designed
to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body. Benefits include improved
lung capacity, circulation, and coordination. Six-week course meets
7:30 – 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, starting Jan. 6. Course fee is $78.
Other available fitness classes include: Tai Chi for Arthritis (PED
C05-01), Exercise for Seniors (PED E53-01), Zumba (PED S84-01), and
Gentle Yoga (PED S13-01).
For a complete Alliance for Lifelong Learning class schedule, including
registration and fee information, visit www.oakton.edu/all,
or call 847-982-9888, press 3.