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Course Listings as of September 06, 2008 at 6:30pm

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BSKL 8081 Beginning Intermediate Golf (14.0 hours/$79.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Some experience is required for this class that will focus on developing your swing and emphasize the short game of pitching, putting, and sand play. One class will take place on the golf course. The last day of class will meet for 3 hours. Bring $6 to each class for range balls. AFTER REGISTERING, STUDENTS MUST CONTACT INSTRUCTOR BEFORE FIRST SESSION: Scott Johnson at 512.389.2250.
x   92869 Sep 13 - Oct 18   11:00am - 1:00p S        HPG TBA     OH Johnson, Scott A
c   93576 Sep 20 - Oct 25   11:00am - 1:00p S        HPG TBA     OH Johnson, Scott A
BSKL 9032 Beginner Golf (18.0 hours/$82.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Looking for a new hobby? Try your hand at this course, where no experience is necessary. Learn the fundamentals (grip, stance, and alignment) as well as basic golf terms, rules and etiquette. Short game proficiency will be emphasized. One class will take place on the golf course. Borrow clubs on site if you don't have your own. Please bring $6 to each class when range balls are needed. AFTER REGISTERING, STUDENTS MUST CONTACT INSTRUCTOR BEFORE FIRST SESSION: Scott Johnson at 512.389.2250.
x   92867 Sep  6 - Oct 18    8:15am -10:50a S        HBC 217.0   OH Johnson, Scott A
c   93577 Sep 13 - Oct 25    8:15am -10:50a S        HBC 219.0   OH Johnson, Scott A
c   92868 Sep 15 - Oct  8    5:30pm - 7:30p MW       HBC 224.0   OH Johnson, Scott A
BSKL 9034 Tennis: Beginning (10.0 hours/$55.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Get some good exercise while having fun on the court. Bring racket and new can of tennis balls. A $5 fee will be collected at first meeting.
  1 92963 Sep  9 - Oct  9    6:00pm - 7:00p TTh      RVS TTENN   OH Carpenter, Edward R
BSKL 9035 Tennis: Intermediate (10.0 hours/$55.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Aced Beginning Tennis? Pretty soon you'll be giving Andy Roddick a run for his money. Bring racket and new can of tennis balls. A $5 fee will be collected at first meeting.
  1 92964 Sep  9 - Oct  9    7:00pm - 8:00p TTh      RVS TTENN   OH Bywater, Duncan G
BSKL 9040 Windsurfing (5.0 hours/$15.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Learn how to glide across the water on Lake Travis! Class covers the basics of wind, balance, safety, board/sail positioning and rigging. No experience necessary. Please bring sun protection, water and water shoes. Student must know how to swim. AFTER REGISTERING, STUDENTS MUST CONTACT INSTRUCTOR BEFORE CLASS MEETING: Scott Johnson at 512.389.2250. $70.00 site fee required on first day of class.
c   92866 Sep 14             1:00pm - 6:00p U        BWP TBA     OH Johnson, Scott A
BSKX 4048 Horse Selection and Form to Function (4.0 hours/$60.00/$3.50 Insurance/$10.00 Material)
Learn how to choose a horse that is right for you. You will also learn how horses move relative to their conformation.
x   91609 Aug 17             1:00pm - 5:00p U        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 3000 Kayaking for Fitness (9.0 hours/$125.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Easier on the joints than running or aerobics, kayaking is suitable for all fitness levels, ages, and abilities. Learn kayaking strokes, safety techniques, interval training drills, muscle strengthening/toning, warm-ups, flexibility routines, and more. You're guaranteed spectacular scenery, a great workout and a sport you can enjoy with a group. Bring your own boat and equipment or rent for a reduced rate of $5 per class.
c   92965 Sep  3 - Oct  8    6:00pm - 7:30p W        TRC TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  9 92966 Oct 15 - Nov 19    6:00pm - 7:30p W        TRC TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 3007 Kindergym: Ages 3-5 Years Old (5.0 hours/$40.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Prepare your children for physical education class with this fun activity. Kids learn basic gymnastic skills that teach coordination, movement, and balance. Classes are held at YMCA East Communities.
x   92981 Sep  3 - Oct  1    9:15am -10:00a W        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  7 92982 Sep  6 - Oct  4    9:30am -10:15a S        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
 10 92983 Oct 11 - Nov  8    9:30am -10:15a S        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 3009 Masters Swimming (8.0 hours/$55.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Improve your swimming techniques and have a little fun while you're at it. This course emphasizes fitness swimming, but all aspects of stroke development are covered. Perfect for triathlon training season.
  7 92984 Sep  2 - Oct  2    6:00am - 7:00a TTh      YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
 10 92985 Oct  7 - Nov  6    6:00pm - 7:00p TTh      YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 3010 Yoga (16.0 hours/$120.00/$3.50 Insurance)
This is a yoga class that will teach you breathing techniques, deep stretching, and guided relaxation. This is a class designed for individuals who would like to learn more about yoga while receiving a good workout.
  3 93642 Sep 15 - Nov  5   12:00pm - 1:00p MW       CYP 1102    OH Darden, Heather R
FITT 3011 Gymnastics (5.0 hours/$40.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Have an active child? Keep them moving with gymnastics. Geared toward kids ages 6 to 12, techniques are taught using floor exercise, beam, vaulting and bars.
x   92986 Sep  3 - Oct  1    5:30pm - 6:15p W        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
 10 92987 Oct 11 - Nov  8   10:30am -11:30a S        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 4000 Total Body Fitness and Conditioning (5.0 hours/$40.00/$3.50 Insurance)
40% cardio, 30% weight training, 30% core concentration. This program is designed to increase your metabolism and add lean muscle.
  8 92991 Sep  6 - Oct  4    9:00am -10:00a S        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
 10 92990 Oct  8 - Nov  5    6:15pm - 7:15p W        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 7005 Krav Maga Self Defense (16.0 hours/$225.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Krav Maga was developed by the Israeli military. Students will learn defenses against grabs, punches, chokes, and more. Classes incorporate hand-held punching bags to afford students the opportunity to practice offensive techniques which will build endurance, strength, confidence, and footwork while increasing students physical, as well as mental ability to FIGHT when the situation dictates. We will help students to remain focused on their intent to defend and escape versus crumbling emotionally under stress. Knowledge eliminates fear! No prior experience necessary. Classes are designed to cater to students of all sizes, strengths, gender, or athletic abilities. All instructors are certified by Krav Maga Worldwide. Bring $20 for class uniform. 16 class meetings.
 14 92993 Sep  1 - Oct 22    7:30pm - 8:30p MW       ASD TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 8059 Beginning Sculling and Kayaking for All Ages (8.0 hours/$275.00/$3.50 Insurance)
The sport of sculling combines full body conditioning with an outstanding workout. Texas Rowing Center's personal instruction and flexible scheduling make learning to scull easy, enjoyable, and stress-free. Our certified coaches have most students sculling within their first hour. Sculling is a challenging sport and great exercise. You will receive four 2-hour rowing lessons and four supervised rows during your six months of unlimited sculling and kayaking. Classes will be taught by Texas Rowing Center staff. Learn to scull and experience the beauty of Lady Bird Lake. This class is for beginners through advanced. Once you are registered at ACC, you must call the Texas Rowing Center at 512.467.7799 to schedule your one day orientation.
  5 92967 Sep  1 - Mar  1    6:00am - 6:00p MTWThFS  TRC TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  9 92968 Oct  1 - Apr  1    6:00am - 6:00p MTWThFS  TRC TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
 10 92969 Nov  1 - May  1    6:00am - 6:00p MTWThFS  TRC TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITT 9046 Northern Shaolin Kung Fu/Wu Shu (18.0 hours/$95.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Modern Wushu, which has its roots in traditional Kung Fu, is one of the most popular sports and performing arts in China. It is estimated that more than 250 million people in both the East and West practice some form of this exercise art. The power and beauty of Kung Fu and Wu Shu demonstrated in the movies-Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Hero-have made these Chinese martial arts a popular form of self-defense and exercise. Combined, Kung Fu and Wu Shu provide a great workout, powerful and effective self-defense, graceful empty-hand and weapons forms, and fun for people of all ages and experience levels. This introductory class covers basic techniques and conditioning exercises unique to Northern Shaolin Kung Fu and Modern Long Fist Wu Shu. Specialization in one art or the other is offered in subsequent classes. Visit www.wushuaustin.com for more information.
 14 92870 Sep  8 - Oct  1    6:00pm - 7:30p MW       MUR TBA     OH Scott, David G
 15 92871 Oct 20 - Nov 12    6:00pm - 7:30p MW       MUR TBA     OH Scott, David G
FITT 9047 Tai Chi For Health (12.0 hours/$155.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Tai Chi is known throughout the world for its mental and physical health benefits. Often referred to as meditation in motion, the regular practice of Tai Chi improves strength, balance, joint range of motion, and cardiovascular health while improving mental relaxation, concentration, and awareness. People of any fitness level will benefit from the controlled, relaxed mental and physical conditioning of Tai Chi practice, but because of its low-impact movements and exercises, Tai Chi practice is also suitable for anyone looking to begin an exercise program. See www.kungfu-wushu.com for more information.
x   93461 Sep  8 - Oct 15    9:00am -10:00a MW       EVC 201.0   OH Cutler, Richard H
x   93463 Sep  8 - Oct 15   11:30am -12:30p MW       HBC 201.0   OH Cutler, Richard H
x   94189 Sep  9 - Oct 17    9:00am -10:00a TF       RGC 026     OH Cutler, Richard H
FITT 9048 Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) (16.0 hours/$148.00/$3.50 Insurance)
These classes are comprised of the most practical self defense and offensive techniques from various martial arts and street survival systems. This class is designed to cater to persons with little to no experience as well as being just as informative and challenging to those looking to step into the octagon. There are no egos or attitudes in our classes. Everyone is here for one reason, to learn and excel on a personal level. Hand-held and heavy bags are incorporated to afford students the opportunity to practice offensive techniques which will also build endurance, strength, confidence, footwork, and body positioning. These classes are a great way to get into shape while still learning self defense and how to fight back. No prior experience necessary. Bring $13 for hand wraps to the first class. 16 class meetings.
 12 92995 Sep  2 - Oct  7    6:15pm - 7:15p TTh      ASD TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
          Sep  2 - Oct  7   10:15am -11:15a S        ASD TBA   
FITT 9081 Kick-Box Bag Classes (16.0 hours/$148.00/$3.50 Insurance)
ASD classes are designed by a team of top fitness experts and self defense instructors with years of experience in helping students achieve their individual goals. All fitness classes are designed to compliment the self-defense programs and offer a full-body workout that will burn fat, tone muscles, and increase stamina. This class incorporates hand-held bags, heavy bags, bands, jump-ropes, stability balls, medicine balls, ply metrics, ab work and conditioning drills which are fun, upbeat and energetic while providing a complete and total body workout. If you are tired of the same boring fitness routines and need a class that will kick your training back into high gear, this class is for you. Bring $13 for hand wraps. 16 class meetings.
 14 92994 Sep  1 - Oct  6    6:15pm - 7:15p MW       ASD TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
          Sep  1 - Oct  6    9:00am -10:00a S        ASD TBA   
FITX 3004 Basketball Clinic Ages 5-10 (5.0 hours/$40.00/$3.50 Insurance)
From dribbling to passing, learn fundamentals and advanced techniques of basketball. Make some new friends while you're at it!
x   92988 Sep  3 - Oct  1    6:00pm - 6:45p W        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 3005 Basketball Clinic Ages 11-14 (5.0 hours/$40.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Learn fundamentals and advanced techniques of basketball.
x   92989 Sep  3 - Oct  1    6:00pm - 6:45p W        YEC MAIN    OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 3010 Introduction to Vaulting (6.0 hours/$90.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Gymnastics on horseback. No riding or gymnastics experience required. Learn the basics of vaulting on a stationary barrel-then do them on the back of a moving horse. This class is for all ages and abilities. Students can purchase helmets for $35.00 at the stable. Call Outback Stables for information 254.793.3669.
  4 92974 Sep 12 - Sep 26    6:00pm - 8:00p F        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 3012 Introduction to Horse Management (4.0 hours/$60.00/$3.50 Insurance/$10.00 Material)
Course covers how to care for a horse, horse selection, nutrition and health issues. Call Outback Stables for information 254.793.3669.
x   92975 Sep  6             1:00pm - 5:00p S        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  4 92976 Oct 11             1:00pm - 5:00p S        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  4 92977 Nov  8             1:00pm - 5:00p S        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 3024 Haganah Self Defense Techniques (16.0 hours/$225.00/$3.50 Insurance)
Haganah was developed by the Israeli military. These techniques are quickly being implemented into the U.S. Armed Forces, elite training divisions and local law enforcement. Classes are designed to take untrained students to combat ready in as little as 4 months. Students will become proficient regardless of their size, strength, gender, or athletic ability. Students will learn defenses against chokes, punches, headlocks, bear hugs and more. Additionally, students will learn defenses against gun and knife attacks and threats. Haganah also teaches core striking techniques to help dissolve the threat as quickly as possible. Don't allow yourself to be a victim. Classes are informative, fun, upbeat, and hands-on. No prior experience necessary. Haganah instructors are trained and certified through the International Haganah Federation (IHF). Bring $15 for class uniform. 16 class meetings.
 15 92992 Sep  2 - Oct 23    7:30pm - 8:30p TTh      ASD TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 3034 Haganah Kids- Mixed Martial Arts Program (16.0 hours/$225.00/$3.50 Insurance)
HAGANAH KIDS is a mixed martial arts program that teaches real-life, best-practice practical self-defense techniques from various martial arts while incorporating basic HAGANAH principles and techniques tailored for child learners. Haganah Kid's offers a complete self-improvement and self-esteem solution. Kids advance through set ranks. No experience necessary. Action Packed, Upbeat, Fun and Informative!! (Ages 7-12). 16 class meetings.
x   92996 Sep  2 - Oct 23    6:15pm - 7:15p TTh      ASD TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 9070 Beginning English Style Riding (12.0 hours/$144.00/$3.50 Insurance)
This class will cover safety, grooming, and proper placement of your equipment. You will learn to walk and trot with balance and control while riding English Style. Helmets and boots with heel are required. Students can purchase helmets at the stable for $35. To contact Outback Stables call 254.793.3669.
x   92970 Sep  9 - Sep 25    6:00pm - 8:00p TTh      OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 9071 Beginner Western Style Riding (12.0 hours/$144.00/$3.50 Insurance)
This class will cover safety, grooming, and proper placement of your equipment. You will learn to walk and trot with balance and control while riding Western Style. Helmets and boots with heel arerequired. Students can purchase helmets at the stable for $35. To contact Outback Stables call 254.793.3669.
  2 92972 Sep  8 - Sep 24    6:00pm - 8:00p MW       OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 9083 Intermediate English Style Riding (12.0 hours/$144.00/$3.50 Insurance)
In this class you will learn to post the trot and canter with control and balance while riding English Style. You will also learn what the judge wants to see in an equitation class. Helmets and boots are required. Students may purchase helmets for $35 at the stable. To contact Outback Stables call 254.793.3669. Prerequisites: Beginning English Style Riding or be able to walk and trot with control.
  4 92971 Oct  7 - Oct 23    6:00pm - 8:00p TTh      OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 9084 Intermediate Western Style Riding (12.0 hours/$144.00/$3.50 Insurance)
In this class you will learn to post the trot and canter with control and balance while riding Western Style. You will also learn what the judge wants to see in an equitation class. Helmets and boots are required. Students may purchase helmets for $35 at the stable. To contact Outback Stables call 254.793.3669. Prerequisites: Beginning Western Style Riding or be able to walk and trot with control.
  4 92973 Oct  6 - Oct 22    6:00pm - 8:00p MW       OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
FITX 9088 Tack Selection and Fitting (4.0 hours/$60.00/$3.50 Insurance/$10.00 Material)
Come learn some history of horse tack and how to select and fit what is best for you and your horse.
  4 92978 Sep 20             1:00pm - 5:00p S        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  4 92979 Oct 25             1:00pm - 5:00p S        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion
  4 92980 Nov 22             1:00pm - 5:00p S        OBS TBA     OH Jenkins, Sharrion

Last Updated: September 06, 2008 at 6:30pm
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