Community Connections
Children's Programs
SCHEDULE FOR THE YEAR 2011-2012:
Middle/High Winter Break Day Camps 2012
February 27th through March 6th
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Monday, February 27– UP & DOWN: Climb and Sled Burlington. Grades: 6 and up 9am—4pm
Tuesday, February 28- Tuckerman Ravine Grades 7 and up 7am—7pm
Wednesday Feb 29th, Leap Day– Ski/Ride Northeast Slopes Grades 6 & up 8:30am—5pm
Thursday, March 1- Surf & Snow at Jay Peak Grades 6 & up 7am—5:30pm
Friday, March 2- Block it & Rocket! Grades 6 and up 9 am—4 pm
Monday, March 5- Cross-Country Ski Step-Up Day Grades 4-8. All skate skiing! 9am-3pm
Monday, March 5- Warren Rocket Trip Grades 6 and up 9am—4pm meet at MHS
Tuesday, March 6- Explore Burlington Grades 7 and up 9 am-4pm
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Winter Vacation Day Camps for K-6
February 27th through March 5th
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Monday, February 27 All About Snow! K-6, Drop-off and pick-up at U-32 Shapiro 8:30-4:30
Tuesday, February 28 Hot & Cold! K-6, Drop-off and pick-up at U-32 Shapiro
Wednesday, February 29 Treasure Hunting K-6, Drop-off and pick-up at Union Elementary
Thursday, March 1 Swim & Gym K-6, Drop-off and pick-up at U-32 Shapiro
Friday, March 2 Carnival! K-6,Drop-off and pick-up at Union Elementary
Monday, March 5 Hug Worts School of Magic K-6, Drop-off and pick-up at Rumney School
Monday, March 5 Cross Country Ski Step-Up Day
All skate skiing 9am-3pm Grades 4-8,Drop-off and pick-up at U-32 Auditorium Entrance
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Berlin Community Connections - camps only
There will NOT be daily afterschool Community Connections activities at Berlin Elementary this year. Students will still have the option of participating in vacation and inservice programs that Community Connections holds. For more information on these programs, call 223-3456.
Calais Community Connections
Site Coordinator: Jennifer Wiater, 454-7777, ext. 348
All of our programs for 2011-2012 will be licensed child care programs. Subsidies are available for those who apply and qualify. We will never turn a child away!
Before Care
Monday – Friday 7:30– 8:45 a.m.
With Monie Hudson Come read, play and begin the day with a smile. A great program for families that need to get to work early.
After Pre-School Program
Monday—Friday 11:45-3:30
With Fran Weston
This program offers kids a creative, fun environment following 1/2 day kindergarten or preschool.
K-2 Program
Monday – Friday 3:30– 5:30
With Jennifer Wiater and Libby Russell
Kids from kindergarten through second grade will have the opportunity to play outside, be creative, interact with children their own age, unwind and enjoy the afternoon.
Homework & Enrichment Club
Monday – Friday 3:30– 5:30
With Jennifer Wiater and others
Homework Club offers academic support to kids in grades 3-5. The program provides assistance and a quiet, well-equipped environment to accomplish their work, including reading, math, spelling, social studies and more.
On Fridays, kids enjoy enrichment activities.
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Doty Community Connections
Site Coordinator: Kim Bolduc, 223-5656, ext. 134, kbolduc@u32.org
Doty Memorial School is the setting for an exciting afterschool program for kids at the elementary level. We hope to inspire kids daily while they are adventuring, and immersing themselves in the fantastic world of learning. We also hope to be able to help them expand their awareness of themselves and the world around them. Each day will include snack, the organized activity they have signed up for and a 10-20 minute homework help time at the end as well as free play. We hope your child(ren) will join us for some days of fun and learning that they will always remember!
Before school care: 7-8:30
Afterschool care: 3:35 to 5:30
Mondays
World of Clay– Wacky colored paper weights, weird bugs, beautiful baboons, and fairy princesses are just a few of the things you can create with this fun, flexible and amazing oven-baked clay called Sculpey or the air dry Model Magic and more.
Days: September 26 & October 3, 17, 24, 31. (5 weeks, one time materials fee* of $7 applies)
Tuesdays
Tie Dye – For you or as a gift, come experiment with colors and rubber bands to create long or short sleeved T-shirts, carry-alls and more with vibrant designs. Days: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25 and November 1. (6 weeks - Extra $13 materials fee applies to this class, includes 2 T-shirts and 1 long sleeve T-shirt! If you would like long sleeve tee shirts to replace one or more of the short sleeve T-shirts please add an extra $2 for each!)
Wednesdays
Space, Rockets and the Great Beyond – Do you look at the sky and wonder what’s out there? Do you know what a Space Ball is? We will learn about the sky and things we see in it through space kits and rocket building. The rockets will be launched in late October or early November, when weather is flight friendly. Days: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26 & Nov. 2. (6 weeks,- one time materials fee of $10 applies)
BINGO - Prizes and popcorn await you. Join us in an afternoon of excitement as we see who can find their BINGO numbers the fastest. Days: October 12 & 26. (2 Weeks) .
Thursdays
Guitar - Audrey Beauregard will offer students the basics of guitar, reading music and learning chords. We have a few guitars to borrow – first come first served - but most families will want to purchase their own for practice at home. Days: September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27 & Nov. 3. (6 weeks)
Bubbling Experiments & More – We will become mad Scientists; trying to discover new frontiers! Join us in creating hands-on experiments with safe household ingredients. Days: September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27 & Nov. 3. (6 weeks – one time material fee of $5 applies )
Fridays
Canoeing – Explore our local waterways, surrounding ponds, marsh-like areas and wood habitats. This is a great way to get out and enjoy the fall scenery and weather. Days: September 30, October 7, 14, 21 & 18. (5 weeks)
Miscellaneous
Face Painting - Let’s go crazy, become a butterfly or dragon! Transform into a clown, a witch, princess or rock star. Come have fun, play with your friends and have your face painted!
Days: Thursday, October 13
Monday, October 31
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East Montpelier Community Connections
Site Coordinator: Guy Viens, 223-7936, ext. 305
January 3- February 24
Mondays
Art Cart (K-6)
with Guy Viens
Feeling creative? Well, Guy’s cart is loaded high– come spend some time making all kinds of neat art projects– something different each week! We’ll play with water colors and Sculpy, make fleece scarves, do some paper crafts, and make stamps and do some printing. Let your inner artist come out!
Sculpt-O-Rama! (K-6)
with Ramona Kacyvenski
Dive into the world of sculptural dough in this class. Each week we will make our own interesting dough and then sculpt with it. The doughs we make will be unique and wonderful. Half will be edible so once we have created a work of art, we can eat it! The others will be a tactile adventure into creativity making any thing from gifts to objects to use at home!
Tuesdays
X-Country Skiing @Morse Farm (2-6)
with Sarah Kinter & Guy Viens
Each week we’ll travel by bus to Morse Farm or U-32 for a quick afternoon of cross-country skiing. We have equipment for you to use, including new ski equipment Mr. Sherwin purchased, but if you have your own and want to use it, just bring it to school each week.. It will be cold and you’ll be working hard, so we’ll reward you with some hot chocolate at the end of the day! There is an extra cost for transportation, so if possible, please pay $10-$14/day for this class.
Sledding & Igloo Building @Fairmont Farm (K-6)
with Ramona Kacyvenski
We’re headed back to that fantastic sliding hill at Fairmont Farm, just across from Johnson Road. The bus will drop us off on the way to Morse Farm, and we’ll have the rest of the afternoon to slide, build igloos, enjoy some hot chocolate and snack, and just have good old-fashioned FUN! The bus will pick us up on the way back to school. There is an extra cost for transportation, so if possible, please pay $10-$14/day for this class.
Video Animation(4-6)
with Meredith Holch
Meredith is back! She has run this activity yearly for the last several years, and kids who have done this activity just loved it! Working in small groups, students will create a storyline, make original figures and backgrounds, and learn to use a video camera to shoot frame-by-frame animation. Students will also create their own sound-tracks. Each student will get a copy of their completed animated video. No experience necessary!
Wednesdays
Card Sharks (K-6)
with Verna Gabaree
Playing card games can be so entertaining, and a great old-fashioned way to spend time with others. We’ll have fun playing old favorites like Go-Fish and Old Maid, some newer ones like Uno and Skip-Bo, and even learn some new ones. You might even have some favorites you’d like to share– bring them along!
Melting Pot (K-6)
with Julie Pryce-Kelley
Who knew you could have so much fun, and make so many neat things just by melting stuff! You’ll melt ingredients to make candles, soaps, and chocolates. They’ll make great gifts for others, but I’m sure you’ll eat the chocolates yourself!
Thursdays
Going in Circles (K-6)
with Guy Viens
Hopefully we won’t get dizzy on Thursdays, because everything we do in this class will be circular. We will make pizzas and donuts, play with hula-hoops and circle games, decorate some springtime wreaths for you to take home, and more. Come with your own ideas and we can work them in too!
Comics Club (K-6)
with Ramona Kacyvenski
We all love reading comics but have you ever made your own? In this class we will explore and study a wide range of comic books for inspiration. Then we will learn about character development, imaginary worlds, page setup and text! Our goal will be to produce our own first comic character and story book that will be the start of some great creative success!
Fridays
Snowshoeing & Outdoor Winter Games (K-6)
with Guy Viens
We’re so lucky that EMES is in such a beautiful setting, especially in winter. Some weeks we’ll strap on CC’s snowshoes and explore the fields and forests around the school. Other weeks we’ll play outdoors– things like Hide n’ Seek, building snowmen, and (shhh!) even have an occasional snowball fight!
Hip Hop Dance (K-3)
with Joni Calcagni ~ FOR BOYS AND GIRLS ~ 6 weeks only
Joni, owner of Joni’s School of Dance in Barre, has run a very popular Hip Hop dance group for us for the last couple of years and she’s coming back! (Yes, she uses age appropriate music and makes it work for all ages.) Students will learn technique, rhythmic skills, and dance steps. Come gain great coordination and conditioning. The class will focus on team building, creating choreography, creativity, and lots of fun! On the final day, students will demonstrate what they’ve learned by putting on a performance for Community Connections, parents and friends, and hopefully share at a Monday Moring Meeting. Please bring socks, sneakers, a water bottle and loose comfortable clothing. Joni will be back next session for the 4-6 kids!
Not the right grade level?
Exceptions to age limits may be made, based on instructors’ wishes, safety issues and available space. Please contact Guy
if you wish to discuss this further.
Main Street Middle School Community Connections
Site Coordinator: Drew McNaughton, 225-8678
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Community Connections at Montpelier High School
Site Coordinator: Dave Bennett, 461-6648
After School Programs
Climbing
Come learn the basics of rock climbing! Together we will explore the rocky crags of Vermont and our neighbor New Hampshire. Building our skills throughout the season we will practice knot tying, route finding, anchor building and will get really strong! No Experience Necessary.
9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade
Tuesday 3:30-6pm
Instructors: Dave Bennett and Elise Walsh
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Come practice yoga to focus your mind, relax and strengthen your body. Moving through a dynamic sequence of postures we will align movement with breath. Our yoga practice will naturally build core and upper body strength, and provide space for experimentation and fun! All levels welcome.
9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade
Thursday 3:15-4:30
Friday 3:15-4:30 Faculty Only
Instructor: Elise Walsh
Evolve
Welcome to a new age of fitness at MHS. All our hard work has paid off with a new and improved space to strengthen and move our bodies. In this class you will use a very unique workout to help improve teamwork, physical strength, mental awareness and have lots of fun! There are no fitness requirements or experience needed for this course. Students currently participating in a fall sport are limited to morning classes.
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 3:10-4:30
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7:00-8:00am
Instructors: Bill Laidlaw & Dave Bennett
Do you have an idea for an afterschool activity? Talk to Dave! Please see Dave at Community Connections office for paperwork and questions.
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Rumney Community Connections
Site Coordinator, Julia Chafets, 223-5429, ext. 322
Winter Session runs January 3-March 30, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
Within the Winter Session, there will be 8 weeks of ENRICHMENT CLASSES from Jan. 3-Feb. 24 and shorter EXPLORATIONS from March 7- March 30
MORNING PROGRAM (Gr. K-6)
January 3-March 30
Monday-Friday, 7:00-8:45 AM
This before-school care and enrichment program meets in the library beginning at 7a.m. Indoor activities and outdoor recess are supervised until it’s time to go to breakfast and start the school day!
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
Mondays
Outdoor Adventures
With Julia
Whatever the weather, we’ll be outside and active! We may snowshoe, make snow sculptures, go on scavenger hunts, or possibly even ski!
Tuesdays
Art By You
With Julia
You’ll have a chance to create your own art – you can choose to work on a different project each week, or spend a longer time on one project. At the beginning of the session, we’ll make a list of projects to try and materials we’d like to use, and then we’ll go to work! Can’t wait to see what you create!
Wednesdays
Fun with Poetry
With Julia
Each week we’ll explore a different way to write poems, drawing inspiration from all sorts of everyday things. Here’s an example of one of the kinds we’ll try, an 8-word poem (imagine bongo drums to accompany it): Let’s get down and write some poetry. Groovy.
Thursdays
P.E. Grab Bag (K-6)
With Ms. Theresa
We’ll try a little of everything! Each week, you’ll pull a mystery activity out of the bag. Will it be creating your own obstacle course? A team game? A physical challenge? Only the bag will know…
Fridays
Swimming at First in Fitness (K-6)
Limited space – first come, first served! Enjoy a splashing good time in the pool! Ride the bus from school to First in Fitness in Berlin. Snack will be provided once we get there. Certified lifeguards will provide shallow and deep end supervision. Pick-up will be promptly at 5:30 pm at First in Fitness in Berlin. Chaperones needed!! There is an additional $14/child transportation fee for the session. You must complete the attached swim forms in order to participate.
BKB Classes (Big Kid Bash) for Grades 3-6** January 3-February 24
**These programs are partially funded by a grant from the Children’s Trust Fund to help us figure out how we can best serve kids in grades 4-6. With the help of Ms. Dion and the 4-6th graders, we have done some research that has informed what to offer and how to structure our day. There is limited space in these programs (10 spots in each), and preference will be given to kids in grades 4-6. 3rd graders who are interested in taking these classes will likely be able to do so, but we may have to put them on a waiting list. Thanks for understanding!
Mondays
Cross-Country Skiing
With Ms. Theresa
You’ll have time to go out and explore the Rumney grounds on skis! You may use the nature trail, the fields or a combo of both. You can use school skis or bring your own. We might even play some games on skis. Whatever we do, you’ll get some exercise and have some fun. **This group will also have an hour to do Homework/Creative Academics from 4:15-5:15.
Tuesdays
Fundraising Committee
With Ms. Theresa
During this class, you’ll work as a group to choose a cause, plan a fundraiser, and carry it out! You’ll be in charge of all aspects of fundraising, including marketing/advertising, setting fundraising goals, and keeping track of funds raised. All money will go to the cause of your choice!
Art Fun
With Ms. Campbell
Have you ever wished for extra time in art class? **These groups will also have an hour to do Homework/Creative Academics from 4:15-5:15.
Wednesdays
Homework Club
With Ms. Theresa
This will be a more traditional Homework Club time. Whether you need a quiet place to work, some extra help, or just the time to get things done, this is the right place for you. We’ll provide snack, you provide the homework. If you don’t have any homework – no worries! We’ll be ready with academic games and skills for you to work on.
Cooking
With Liz Scharf
Spend some time in the Rumney kitchen making delectable treats! You’ll get to cook and sample a bunch of Rumney specialties. You might even have a chance to test out some new recipes that will show up in Healthy Snack or Rumney Lunch! (Cooking class participants will not have a chance to do homework unless they switch into Homework Club for the day, which is always an option!)
Thursdays and Fridays
See K-6 programming offered above – P.E. Grab Bag and Swimming at First in Fitness!
Coming Soon…EXPLORATIONS March 7-30
We’ll offer 3 ½ weeks worth of short explorations in March. This session’s topics are TBA…and here’s a CHALLENGE for you! Submit an idea for a 2-4 week exploration, and if we use it, you’ll get ½ off the cost! BKB EXPLORATION PROPOSALS: If you are in 4th-6th grade and you have an idea for an exploration you’d like to see us run as a BKB offering, you will be able to submit a proposal for consideration. Look for more information in January (OR speak to Julia, Ms. Dion or one of your BKB representatives!) * When we send out paperwork for the EXPLORATIONS, you’ll be able to sign up by the “SET” (2-4 days of program, depending on the offering). If you sign up for a WHOLE SESSION now, you’ll be signed up already!
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Community Connections at Union Elementary
Site Coordinator: Didel Ortiz, 225-8259
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
Daily Schedule
Monday - Friday
2:55 - 3:15 snack
3:20-3:50 outside recess
4:00-5:00 programs
5:00-homework
5:30 pick up time
Homework Club~ Daily 5:00-5:30
Need some time to get your homework done? Want some extra help? Or just a quiet place to get reading and writing done? Come to Homework Club! We are here to help you understand assignments, answer questions, or just give you a quiet place to work.
SCHOOL VACATION DAY CAMPS: On many days when school is out for vacation or teacher in-service days, Community Connections offers day camps to students throughout the U-32 and Montpelier school districts. We take field trips and organize activities on seasonal and timely themes. We will send home fliers in home/school folders a few weeks before each camp with details and sign-up information.
January 3 – February 24, 2012 - 4:00– 5:00 pm
Mondays
CC Sports (K-5)
Ready... Set... Go..! Kids will enjoy sports, relay and ball games outside or in the gym. Let’s get ready to play!
Simple Scarves (3-5)
With Liz
Learn how to knit scarves and keep you toasty all winter long.
Animal Craft (K-5)
With Mrs. M
Love animals? Using simple materials, we’ll use our crafty skills to create a forest of wild things!
Nursery Rhymes (K-2)
With Ellen
What is your favorite nursery rhyme? Come and have some fun with nursery rhymes and learn about mother goose.
Tuesdays
Computer Art (K-2)
With Mrs. M For tech and art enthusiasts alike, we’ll explore the exciting world of digital art.
Legos (K-5)
The classic building blocks are still hugely popular! Come show off your Lego skills and expand your creative ability.
Alphabet Soup Art (K-2)
With Ellen
It’s ABC Time! Come and learn the alphabet with a whole new twist with games, songs and arts &craft.
Mold, Snap and Move (3-5)
With Liz
Turn your modeling clay sculptures into moving Claymation!
Wednesdays
Scrapbooking (K-5)
With Liz & Ellen
Capture your memories of your family, friends and school days! We will also be working on a Community Connection Scrapbook.
CC Sports (K-5)
Ready... Set... Go...! Kids will enjoy sports, relay and ball games outside or in the gym. Let’s get ready to play!
Sledding (K-5)
With Mrs. M
Winter is here and that means it’s time for Sledding! We will go sledding on the hill by the big playground at Union. You must have a Coat, Snow pants, Hat, Gloves and Boots to participate!
Thursdays
Sledding (K-5)
Winter is here and that means it’s time for Sledding! We will go sledding on the hill by the big playground at Union. You must have a Coat, Snow pants, Hat, Gloves and Boots to participate!
Computer Art (3-5)
With Mrs. M
For tech and art enthusiasts alike, we’ll explore the exciting world of digital art.
Winter Fun (K-5)
With Ellen
Explore winter as we will be going outside to build snow forts, make snow bodies, snow paint and learn some snow games!
Dance to the Music (K-5)
With Laura
Take the opportunity to get your body moving through dance! Students will be encouraged to share music they enjoy, and dance moves they know.
Fridays
In Motion (K-5)
With Mrs. M
Each week we will find different ways to move our bodies. We’ll play games, do yoga, dance and have fun!
Crafty Corner (K-5)
With Laura
Let’s use our imagination to create interesting art & craft projects. We will draw, paint, color or cut. You’ll never know what we will make.
Games (K-5)
With Ellen
It’s time for Fun and Games! Come play some board games, puzzles and card games. Let the games begin.
U-32 Community Connections
Paul Dayton
Contact him at 229-0321, ext. 2242.
Middle School Afterschool Activities Winter Session through March 30
Open Amp (in middle school amphitheater) Monday-Friday. A safe and legal place after school for 7th-9th graders. Catch up on homework, visit with friends, play outside, board and table games. 2:45-4:30 p.m.. Just sign in and out!
Monday:
■ MS Homework Club with Leigh Garrity in rm. 32.
■ Open Amp with Gillian Thomas grades 7-9
■ Middle School Venture with Paul Dayton. A small group of MS students go off campus seeking outdoor adventure
■ MS Dungeons & Dragons, room 11.
■ Yearbook, in Library with Pat Fair. Sign up required.
■ QSA in Guidance with Nicole Leslie.
Tuesday:
■ MS Homework Club with Siobhan Kelly in rm. 32.
■ FOLK: The Middle School Art and Lit magazine, room 11 with Gillian Thomas.
■ Open Amp with Melodie McKnight.
■ Waiting Room Literacy Project with Paul Dayton, room 242, Join in on spreading literacy through a unique model of providing children with age appropriate reading material in Central Vermont waiting rooms (physician, state offices, etc.)
■ Fencing, with Trevor Tait. Second session begins March 13. Registration required.
Wednesday:
■ MS Homework Club with Melody McKnight in rm. 32.
■ Central Vermont Computer/Technology Project with Candy Chevalier in HS Technology Lab. All welcome to join this group and learn how to tinker and fix computers and computer related devices. This is a business model oriented group, focusing on recycling donated computers, etc. 2:45-4:30.
■ Open Amp with Siobhan Kelly
■ 2 Cents Worth with Paul. Pertinant social justice issues
Thursday:
■ MS Homework Club in room 32 with Leigh Garrity
■ Open Amp with Gillian Thomas (7-9th).
■ Yoga with Susan Wahlrab. A new 6-week session. All welcome. 3:15-4:30. $5 sliding fee.
■ Jazz Band with Tom Cate. See Tom for more info.
■ Bolton Ski and Ride Program. FULL. 3-9 p.m.
Friday:
■ Movie Club in room 11 with Gillian Thomas
■ Open Amp with Paul Dayton.
Other Happenings:
OPEN GYM will take place occasionally throughout the winter depending on gym availability. Check the U-32 website for calendar updates.
High School Afterschool Activities - Winter Session
Monday:
■ Yearbook, in Library with Pat Fair. Sign up required.
■ QSA in Guidance with Nicole Leslie.
Tuesday:
■ Waiting Room Literacy Project with Paul Dayton, room 242
■ Fencing, 6:30-8 p.m. with Trevor Tait. Second session begins March 13. Registration required.
Wednesday:
■ Central Vermont Computer/Technology Project with Candy Chevalier in HS Technology Lab. All welcome.
■ HS Dungeons & Dragons in Whit Table room
■ 2 Cents Worth/Green Team with Paul. Pertinant social justice issues.
Thursday:
■ Yoga with Susan Wahlrab. A new 6-week session. All welcome. 3:15-4:30. $5 sliding fee.
■ Jazz Band with Tom Cate. See Tom for more info.
■ Bolton Ski and Ride Program. FULL. 3-9 p.m.
Friday:
■ Movie Club in room 11 with Gillian Thomas
Other Happenings:
*OPEN GYM will take place occasionally throughout the winter depending on gym availability. Check the U-32 website for calendar updates.
Adult Registration Form (pdf)
Yoga with Sorsha Anderson
at Rumney Elementary School
Session will run January 9 till the end of the school year
Mellow Flow/Hatha Basics
Mondays 6-7:15 p.m.
An all levels class that will focus on the 37 (or so) poses identified by Iyengar as the building blocks of a strong asana practice. This class will flow gently and focus on alignment. Great check-in for more advanced students.
Intermediate Flow
Thursdays 6-7:30 p.m.
This class is for those who have developed a strong familiarity with the primary series and are ready to move into a deeper practice. At least 6 months of dedicated practice is recommended before taking this class.
Please email Sorsha if you are interested in this class.
Cost for Classes:
7 class pass - $56
10 class pass - $70
Drop-in rate - $12 (can apply drop-in payments toward a class pass at any time)
Kripalu Yoga with Martin Pincus at U-32
Tuesdays, ongoing at 5:30 p.m.
downstairs in music room at U-32
Please contact martin for more info: 223-6260 or pinkyoga@yahoo.com