May 13,
2008
Oakton Offers Summer Fitness Courses
Summer is for shaping up in a variety of fun classes offered by the Alliance for Lifelong Learning at Oakton Community College. All featured courses meet at the Prairie View Community Center, 6834 Dempster St., Morton Grove.
Senior Exercise (PED E53-31) is a program that emphasizes non-vigorous exercise while increasing flexibility. Two five-week sessions are available: 9 – 10 a.m., Tuesday, starting May 27, or 9 – 10 a.m., Thursday, starting May 29. Course fee for either section is $48.
Pilates (PED EO4-31) is a method of exercise designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body. Benefits include improved lung capacity, circulation, and coordination. Five-week course meets 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, starting May 27. Course fee is $65.
Gentle Moves (PED B01-31) is designed for individuals whose health is compromised by being overweight or those with Type II diabetes, arthritis, and high blood pressure. Students will perform gentle movements to help improve their quality of life. Four-week course meets 7:15 – 8:10 p.m., Wednesday and Monday, starting May 28. Course fee is $86.
Strong and Long (PED E18-31) uses resistance and flexibility training to increase blood flow, help manage weight, and offset bone loss. Workouts include the use of calisthenics, balls, and dumbbells combined with lengthening and relaxation exercises. Five-week course meets 8:40 – 9:40 a.m., Friday, starting May 30. Course fee is $48.
Other fitness classes available include: Zumba (PED S84-31), Spin and Tone (PED E03-31), and Gentle Yoga (PED S13-31).
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.
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