Course Description: This course will cover all aspects of golf for the novice, to include etiquette, terminology, grip, what club to use, etc. The class meets at the Shalimar Point Golf Course, a $5.00 per person per session fee to cover cost of all needed supplies (clubs, balls, tees, etc.) will be collected.

Class Leader Bio(s): Floyd Clarkson has been a golf club professional for 20 years and has taught golf professionally for 30 years.

Notes: $5.00 per person per session fee to cover cost of all needed supplies (clubs, balls, tees, etc.) will be collected.

Course Description: Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that's now used for stress reduction and a variety of other health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements.

Class Leader Bio(s): Kevin Mathis and his whole family have been teaching Martial Arts in Fort Walton Beach for over 35 years. Kevin is a 9th degree black belt and has traveled & taught all over the world.

Course Description: This is a fun dance fitness workout while safely seated in a chair. There are dance routines that work on each of the major muscle groups in a fun way that does not seem like you’re working out, ending with a 5-minute stretch. 7-week class meeting September 10,17,24, October 1,8,15,22.

Class Leader Bio(s): Dawn Hamilton has been a Zumba instructor for 10 years. She has Zumba Gold classes in Niceville and FWB. She has loved the joy of dancing and working out with everyone regardless of their fitness level.

Notes: 7-week class meeting September 10,17,24, October 1,8,15,22. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water.

Course Description: Senior Dance Fitness is designed for the active older adult or beginner. A goal of the class is to move a little and have a lot of fun! A variety of rhythms are used for a low-impact cardio workout that will help improve balance, circulation, strength, and flexibility. All moves can be modified to suit your needs and abilities.

Class Leader Bio(s): Sundy Keichel has been teaching fitness classes since 2010. She currently teaches Senior Dance Fitness, Pilates, and Senior Conditioning in FWB.

Notes: Wear comfortable shoes/clothing and bring water. Classes meet in the gymnasium at Fort Walton Beach Rec Center, 132 Jet Dr, FWB.

Course Description: This class is designed for beginning students of the game of pickleball or those who need a brush up on the basics of the game. During class, we will teach the rules of the game, scoring, serving and game play. The class will consist of 30 minutes of drills and 30 minutes of instructed play. 

Class Leader Bio(s): Carol Achtien and Dan Vanaskie have been playing pickleball and teaching beginners’ pickleball at CLL for several years. They enjoy sharing their love of the game with others, especially beginners, focusing on skills but also on the social, fun aspect of the game.

Notes: Please bring a paddle. If you don’t have one, we will have a few extras to borrow. Balls will be provided. Gym shoes are required, preferably court shoes. FWB Rec Center 132 Jet Drive NW FWB

Course Description: Tai Chi for Arthritis is a gentle way of strengthening the body, becoming more flexible, and improving balance.

Class Leader Bio(s): Mary Murkland is a certified instructor for Tai Chi for Arthritis 1 & 2, and seated Tai Chi.

Notes: All enrollees should check with their health care provider before taking the class.

Course Description: This class is designed for the pickleball player who has a basic understanding of the rules of the game, knows how to score and can serve and return the ball consistently. The class will be run with 30 minutes of drills and 30 minutes of instructed game play.

Class Leader Bio(s): Stan Budzinski has been playing pickleball for 3 years and loves sharing and playing the sport with others. Danny McKinney has been playing pickleball for 2 years and loves sharing and playing the sport with others.

Notes: Please bring your paddle. If you don’t have one, we have a few that can be borrowed. Gym shoes are required, preferably court shoes.

Course Description: This class is designed for the pickleball player who has a basic understanding of the rules of the game, knows how to score and can serve and return the ball consistently. The class will be run with 30 minutes of drills and 30 minutes of instructed game play.

Class Leader Bio(s): Stan Budzinski has been playing pickleball for 3 years and loves sharing and playing the sport with others. Mike Weinberg has been playing pickleball for many years and loves sharing and playing the sport with others.

Notes: Please bring your paddle.  If you don’t have one, we have a few that can be borrowed. Gym shoes are required, preferably court shoes.